SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
10 – English
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Use a rake or a brush to release rubbish stuck to the
ground.
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Hold the opening of the blower as close to the ground
as possible. Utilise the entire length of the blow pipe
to keep the air current close to the ground.
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Clean up afterwards. Make sure that you have not
blown rubbish into someone’s garden.
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Use the machine during normal working hours to
avoid unnecessary noise. Avoid working early in the
morning or late at night.
Basic safety rules
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No unauthorised persons or animals may be present
in the working area, which is 15 metres.
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Allow the engine to cool before refuelling.
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Keep all parts of your body away from hot surfaces.
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Never touch the spark plug or ignition cable while the
engine is running. Touching the spark plug or plug
may result in being subjected to an electrical shock.
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The powerful currents of air can move objects at such
a speed that they can bounce back and cause serious
eye injuries.
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Do not direct the air jet towards people or animals.
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Stop the engine before assembling or dismantling
accessories or other parts.
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Limit the amount of time over which the product is to
be used continuously to somewhere around 30 - 40
minutes per session. Also try to keep the total amount
of work performed in a single day under 2 hours or
less.
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Do not use the machine in bad weather, such as
dense fog, heavy rain, strong wind, intense cold, etc.
Working in bad weather is tiring and can lead to
dangerous conditions, e.g. slippery surfaces.
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Minimise the blowing time by lightly wetting dusty
areas or using spray equipment.
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Reduce water consumption by using blowers instead
of water hoses for different applications around the
lawn and garden, such as lattices, screens, grills,
porches, etc
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Make sure you can move and stand safely. Check the
area around you for possible obstacles (roots, rocks,
branches, ditches, etc.) in case you have to move
suddenly. Take great care when working on sloping
ground.
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Never put the machine down with the engine running
unless you have it in clear sight.
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Engine exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide,
which can cause carbon monoxide poisoning. For this
reason you should not start or run the machine
indoors, or anywhere that is poorly ventilated.
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The blower must not be used while on a ladder or
scaffolding.
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CAUTION! Do not use the machine unless you are
able to call for help in the event of an accident.
Basic working techniques
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The speed of the air jet is regulated by means of the
throttle. Select the speed best suited for respective
tasks.
You can set the throttle position using the ”stop switch”
and by doing so not need to hold your finger on the throttle
all the time you are using the blower. Full throttle is
obtained when the control is held back fully.
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Check that the air intake is not blocked, for example,
by leaves or rubbish. A clogged air intake reduces the
machine’s blowing capacity and increases the
engine’s working temperature, which can result in
engine failure. Stop the engine and remove the object.
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Be aware of the wind direction. Work with the wind to
make your work easier.
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Use the full blower nozzle extension so the air stream
can work close to the ground.
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Always check to be sure that no debris has been
blown onto someone else’s property.
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Never point a blower tube toward an open flame to
avoid the possibility of igniting the unit, causing injury
to yourself or damage to surroundings.
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Using the blower to move large piles is time
consuming and creates unnecessary noise.
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Keep a good balance and a firm foothold.
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When work is finished the machine should be stored
vertically.
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WARNING! Be aware of your
surroundings. If anyone approaches your
work area, set the throttle control to the
lowest throttle until the person is at a
safe distance. Direct the blower away
from people, animals, play areas, open
windows and cars etc.
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WARNING! Watch out for thrown objects.
Always wear eye protection. Stones,
rubbish, etc. can be thrown up into the
eyes causing blindness or serious injury.
Keep unauthorised persons at a
distance. Children, animals, onlookers
and helpers should be kept outside the
safety zone of 15 m. Stop the machine
immediately if anyone approaches.
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WARNING! Always stop the engine
before cleaning.
