SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Muffler
•Never use a machine that has a faulty muffler.
•Regularly check that the muffler is securely attached to the machine.
•The muffler on your machine is equipped with a spark arrestor screen; this must be cleaned regularly. See the heading Muffler in the Maintenance chapter. A blocked screen will cause the engine to overheat and may lead to serious damage.
•Never use a muffler with a defective spark arrestor screen.
WARNING! Never use a machine with faulty
!safety equipment. The machine’s safety equipment must be checked and maintained as described in this section. If your machine fails any of these checks contact your service agent to get it repaired.
General safety precautions
General
•Never use the machine if you are tired, if you have drunk alcohol, or if you are taking medication that could affect your vision, your judgement or your
•Wear personal protective equipment. See instructions under the heading Personal protective equipment.
•Never use a machine that has been modified in any way from its original specification.
•Never use a machine that is faulty. Carry out the checks, maintenance and service instructions described in this manual. Some maintenance and service measures must be carried out by trained and qualified specialists. See instructions under the heading Maintenance.
•All covers and guards must be fitted before starting. Ensure that the spark plug cap and ignition lead are undamaged to avoid the risk of electric shock.
•The blower operator must make sure that no bystanders or animals come nearer than 15 metres. Whenever several operators are working in the same work area, they should maintain a safe distance of at least 15 metres from one another.
Starting
•Never start the machine indoors. Exhaust fumes can be dangerous if inhaled.
•Observe the surroundings and ensure that no people or animals can come into contact with the blower.
•Place the machine on the ground, press the machine body against the ground with your left hand (NOTE! Not your foot). Now grasp the starter handle with your right hand and then pull quickly and firmly.
Fuel safety
•Always use a fuel container with an
•Never refuel the machine while the engine is running. Always stop the engine and let it cool for a few minutes before refuelling.
•Make sure there is plenty of ventilation when refuelling or mixing fuel (gasoline and
•Avoid all skin contact with fuel. Fuel is a skin irritant and may even cause skin changes.
•Move the machine at least 10 ft (3 m) from the refuelling point before starting it.
•Never start the machine:
-If you have spilled fuel on it. Wipe off the spillage and allow remaining fuel to evaporate.
-If you have spilled fuel on yourself or your clothes, change your clothes. Wash any part of your body that has come in contact with fuel. Use soap and water.
-If the machine is leaking fuel. Check regularly for leaks from the fuel cap and fuel lines.
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