SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Transport and storage
•Store and transport the machine and fuel so that there is no risk of any leakage or fumes coming into contact with sparks or naked flames, for example, from electrical machinery, electric motors, electrical relays/switches or boilers.
•When storing and transporting fuel always use approved containers intended for this purpose.
•When storing the machine for long periods the fuel tank must be emptied. Contact your local gas station to find out where to dispose of excess fuel.
•Ensure the machine is cleaned and that a complete service is carried out before
WARNING! Take care when handling fuel.
!Bear in mind the risk of fire, explosion and inhaling fumes.
Adjusting the harness
WARNING! The harness must always be
!worn when working with the machine. Failure to do so means you will be unable to manoeuvre safely and this can result in injury to yourself or others.
A correctly adjusted harness and machine significantly facilitates the work. Adjust the harness to give the best working position.
Tighten the side straps so that the pressure is evenly distributed across the shoulders.
Place the hip strap over the hip and not too far down on the stomach. Tighten the hip strap so that you feel the weight of the blower resting on your hip.
General working instructions
IMPORTANT! This section considers basic safety rules when working with blowers. If you encounter a situation where you are uncertain how to proceed you should ask an expert. Contact your dealer or your service workshop. Avoid all usage which you consider to be beyond your capability.
Show consideration to persons in your surroundings by avoiding using the machine at unsuitable times, such as late in the evening or early in the morning. Read through and follow the simple directions so that you disturb your surroundings as little as possible.
•Use the blower with the lowest possible throttle. It is seldom necessary to use full throttle, and many work procedures can be done at half throttle. A lower throttle means less noise and less dust, and it is also easier to keep control over the rubbish collected together/moved.
•Use a rake or a brush to release rubbish stuck to the ground.
•Hold the opening of the blower as close to the ground as possible.
•Observe your surroundings. Direct the blower away from people, animals, play areas, and cars etc.
•Clean up afterwards. Make sure that you have not blown rubbish into someone’s garden.
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