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Before starting the machine, clear the area where you are going to use it. Remove stones, broken glass,
nails, wire ropes, ropes or other objects that could be thrown or get caught in the machine.
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Always keep a good balance. Support yourself well on your legs and do not extend your arm too far.
Otherwise, you could fall, slip or injure yourself.
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Let your machine cool down before putting it away.
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Before transporting this machine in a vehicle, empty the fuel tank and secure the machine so that it cannot
move during transport.
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To reduce the risk of fire and burns, handle fuel with care. It is an extremely flammable substance.
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Do not smoke when handling fuel.
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Mix and store fuel in a container designed to hold gasoline.
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Mix the fuel in the open air, away from any sparks or flames.
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Choose a clean, bare surface, stop the engine, and allow it to cool before filling it.
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Slowly unscrew the fuel cap to relieve pressure and prevent fuel from spilling around the cap.
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Screw on the tank cap firmly after filling.
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Wipe down the machine if you have spilled fuel.
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Move at least 10m away from where you filled the fuel tank before starting the engine.
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Never attempt to burn spilled fuel.
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When replacing, use only replacement parts and accessories recommended by the manufacturer. Failure
to do so could reduce the efficiency of your machine and put you at risk of injury.
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Maintain your machine with care, according to the instructions in the "Maintenance" section of this manual.
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Check the condition of your machine before each use. Make sure that the fasteners are tight, that there
are no fuel leaks and that no parts are damaged.
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Replace any damaged part.
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To reduce the risk of injury from contact with moving parts, stop the engine before installing or removing
accessories.
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Do not use your machine if the protective elements are not installed. Always remove the spark plug before
carrying out any maintenance or working on any moving part.
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Do not point the blower nozzle at people or pets.
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Never start this machine if the required accessories are not installed.
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Do not operate the machine near open windows,
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Use a rake and broom to loosen debris before blowing.
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Lightly dampen surfaces in dusty conditions before working.
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Use the pipes fully assembled so that the air flow can reach the floor.
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Caution: there is a risk of danger from rotating parts. Avoid coming into contact with them.
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In case of blockage or breakdown, stop using the machine immediately. Inspect it and remove the
blockage securely (see chapter “Maintenance”). In the event of a fault, please take your machine to a
qualified service for inspection.
Fuel handling
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Be very careful when handling fuels. They are flammable and the vapors are explosive.
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Use only an approved container.
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Never remove the fuel cap or add fuel while the machine is on. Turn off the unit and allow the engine and
exhaust components to cool before refuelling.
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Do not smoke.