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HANDHELD BLOWER SAFETY
1.
Make sure the Handheld Blower is correctly assembled as instructed in the Assembly section
of this manual.
2.
Before each use, inspect the Handheld Blower, replace damaged parts, and check for fuel
leaks. Make sure all fasteners are in place and tightened securely.
3. Maintain the Handheld Blower in accordance with the recommended maintenance intervals
and procedures detailed in the “Maintenance” section, beginning on page 13.
4. Use the correct accessories. Never use replacement parts that are not approved by
Maruyama.
5. Shut off the engine before performing maintenance or working on the machine.
6. If running problems or excessive vibration occur, stop immediately and inspect the unit for the
cause. If the cause cannot be determined, or is beyond your ability to correct, return the
Handheld Blower to your servicing dealer for repair.
FUEL SAFETY
1.
Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled and
stored carefully. Use a container approved for storing
gasoline and/or fuel/oil mixture.
2.
Mix and pour fuel outdoors and where there are no
sparks or flames.
3.
Do not smoke near fuel storage containers or the
Handheld Blower. Do not smoke while operating the
Handheld Blower.
4.
Do not overfill the fuel tank. Stop filling 6 ~ 13 mm (1/4 ~
1/2 inch) from the top of the tank.
5.
Wipe up any spilled fuel before starting the engine.
6.
Move the Handheld Blower at least 3 m (10ft.) away from
the fueling location before starting the engine.
7.
Do not remove the fuel tank cap while the engine is run-
ning or immediately after stopping the engine.
8.
Allow the engine to cool before refueling.
9.
Empty the fuel tank before storing the Handheld Blower.
Fuel should be emptied after each use as fuel remaining
in the tank may leak during storage.
10. Store both fuel and the Handheld Blower away from open
flame, sparks and excessive heat. Make sure fuel vapors
cannot reach sparks or open flames from heaters, fur-
naces, electric motors, etc.
WIPE UP ANY FUEL SPILLAGE
Min. 3 m
