GENERAL SAFETY RULES
by unqualified personnel could result in injury to the user or damage to the product.
Maintain the unit per maintenance instructions in this operator’s manual.
Use only identical replacement parts when servicing the product. Use of unauthorized parts may create a risk of serious injury to the user, or damage to the product.
Do not use on a ladder, rooftop, tree, or other unstable support. Stable footing on a solid surface enables better control of the blower/vacuum in unexpected situations.
specific SAFETY RULES
To reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with sound level(s), hearing protection is required.
To reduce the risk of injury associated with contacting rotating parts, stop the engine before installing or removing attachments. Do not operate without guard(s) in place. Always disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance or accessing any movable parts.
Do not point the blower nozzle in the direction of people or pets.
Never run the unit without the blower tubes installed.
Never place objects inside the blower tubes.
Never use for spreading chemicals, fertilizers, toxic sub- stances, or any other hazardous chemical.
Always hold the blower handle in your right hand. Refer to the Operation section later in this manual for additional information.
Never place blower on any surface, except a hard, clean surface when engine is running. Gravel, sand, and other debris can be picked up by the air inlet and thrown at the operator or bystanders, causing possible serious injuries.
Never use blower near fires, fireplaces, hot ashes, bar- becue pits, etc., which may cause fire to spread.
Do not crush, drop or damage battery pack. Do not use a battery pack or charger that has been dropped or received a sharp blow. A damaged battery is subject to explosion. Properly dispose of a dropped or damaged battery immediately.
Batteries can explode in the presence of a source of ignition, such as a pilot light. To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, never use any cordless product in the presence of open flame. An exploded battery can propel debris and chemicals. If exposed, flush with water immediately.
Do not charge battery tool in a damp or wet location. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock.
For best results, your battery tool should be charged in a location where the temperature is more than 50°F but less than 100°F. To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, do not store outside or in vehicles.
Under extreme usage or temperature conditions, battery leakage may occur. If liquid comes in contact with your skin, wash immediately with soap and water. If liquid gets
into your eyes, flush them with clean water for at least 10 minutes, then seek immediate medical attention. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
fueling
Fuel is highly flammable. Take precautions when using to reduce the chance of serious personal injury.
Empty fuel tank into a container approved for gasoline and restrain the unit from moving before transporting in a vehicle.
To reduce the risk of fire and burn injury, handle fuel with care. It is highly flammable.
Do not smoke while handling fuel.
Mix and store fuel in a container approved for gasoline.
Mix fuel outdoors where there are no sparks or flames.
Select bare ground, stop engine, and allow to cool before refueling.
Loosen fuel cap slowly to release pressure and to keep fuel from escaping around the cap.
Tighten the fuel cap securely after refueling.
Wipe spilled fuel from the unit. Move 30 feet away from refueling site before starting engine.
Never attempt to burn off spilled fuel under any circumstances.
Store fuel in a cool,
Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose.
Only refuel outdoors and do not smoke while refueling.
Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add fuel while the engine is running or when the engine is hot.
If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but move the machine away from the area of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors have dissipated.
Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely.
When draining the fuel tank, use an approved fuel storage container while in a
Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this product. If you loan someone this product, loan them these instructions also.
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