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4) Replace faulty or damaged silencers.
5) Before using the machine, carry out an accurate inspection of the machine's efficiency and
in particular:
• the throttle trigger must move freely, it must not need forcing and should return automatically
and rapidly back to the neutral position
• the engine stop switch must easily move from one position to the other
• the electric cables and in particular the spark plug cable must be in perfect condition to avoid
the generation of any sparks and the cap must be correctly fitted on the spark plug
• the machine handgrips and protection devices must be clean and dry and well fastened to the
machine
• the guards must never be damaged
• the rotor must never be damaged
• the bag must never be damaged
6) Thoroughly inspect the whole work area and use a rake or yard brush to manually loosen
debris and remove anything that could be projected by the machine (when used as a blower)
or block the vacuum tube (when used as a vacuum collector) or be a hazardous source (stones,
branches, wire, bones etc.)
C) DURING USE
1) Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can
develop.
2) Work only in daylight or with good artificial light in good visibility conditions.
3) When working in dry dusty soil conditions, it is recommended to moisten the surface slightly.
4) Try not to cause any disturbance. Use this machine at reasonable times of the day only (not
early morning or late evening when the noise could cause disturbance).
5) Do not mount equipment or accessories on the machine not foreseen or approved by the
manufacturer.
6) Never use the machine: Without mounting all the accessories required for each use (as blower
or vacuum collector); when people, especially children or pets are nearby; In confined spaces, in
the presence of fumes, in an explosive environment or close to inflammable materials or electrical
equipment.
7) Take on a firm and well-balanced position:
• where possible, avoid working on wet, slippery ground or in any case on uneven or steep
ground that does not guarantee stability for the operator
• never run, but walk carefully paying attention to the lay of the land and any eventual obstacles
• assess the potential risks of the ground to be worked and take all necessary precautions to
ensure your own safety, especially on slopes or on bumpy, slippery or unstable ground
8) Make sure the machine is securely held when you start the engine:
• check that there is nobody within at least 15 metres of the machine’s range of action
• do not direct the silencer and therefore the exhaust fumes towards inflammable materials
9) Do not change the engine settings or over-speed the engine.
10) Do not strain the machine too much and do not use a small machine for heavy-duty works.
If you use the right machine, you will reduce the risk of hazards and improve the quality of your
work.
