Basic safety rules, Basic working techniques

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Basic safety rules

•No unauthorised persons or animals may be present in the working area, which is 15 metres.

•The powerful currents of air can move objects at such a speed that they can bounce back and cause serious eye injuries.

•Do not direct the air jet towards people or animals.

•Stop the engine before assembling or dismantling accessories or other parts.

•Do not use the machine in bad weather, such as dense fog, heavy rain, strong wind, intense cold, etc. Working in bad weather is tiring and can lead to dangerous conditions, e.g. slippery surfaces.

•Make sure you can move and stand safely. Check the area around you for possible obstacles (roots, rocks, branches, ditches, etc.) in case you have to move suddenly. Take great care when working on sloping ground.

•Never put the machine down with the engine running unless you have it in clear sight.

•Engine exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, which can cause carbon monoxide poisoning. For this reason you should not start or run the machine indoors, or anywhere that is poorly ventilated.

•The blower must not be used while on a ladder or scaffolding.

•CAUTION! Do not use the machine unless you are able to call for help in the event of an accident.

Basic working techniques

WARNING! Watch out for thrown objects.

!Always wear eye protection. Stones, rubbish, etc. can be thrown up into the eyes causing blindness or serious injury. Keep unauthorised persons at a distance. Children, animals, onlookers and helpers should be kept outside the safety zone of 15 m. Stop the machine immediately if anyone approaches.

WARNING! Always stop the engine before

!cleaning.

•The speed of the air jet is regulated by means of the throttle. Select the speed best suited for respective tasks.

(356 BTX-SERIES) You can set the throttle position using the ”stop switch” and by doing so not need to hold your ﬁnger on the throttle all the time you are using the blower. Full throttle is obtained when the control is held back fully.

•Check that the air intake is not blocked, for example, by leaves or rubbish. A clogged air intake reduces the machine’s blowing capacity and increases the engine’s working temperature, which can result in engine failure. Stop the engine and remove the object.

•Be aware of the wind direction. Work with the wind to make your work easier.

•Using the blower to move large piles is time consuming and creates unnecessary noise.

•When work is ﬁnished the machine should be stored vertically.

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