Safety Precautions, Operator, USE of Blower

Safety Precautions

•Read this Blower Owner/Operator Manual carefully. Be sure you understand how to operate this unit properly before you use it. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.

•Be sure to keep this manual handy so that you may refer to it later whenever any questions arise. Also note that you are requested to contact the dealer from whom you purchased the product for assistance in the event that you have any questions which cannot be answered herein.

•Always be sure to include this manual when selling, lending, or otherwise transferring the ownership of this product.

•Please check and follow the local regulations.

■OPERATOR

•Refrain from operating the blower if you are tired, ill, or upset, or if you are under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.

•Clothing attire should consist of long- sleeved shirt, long pants and proper protective equipment. Do not wear a necktie, scarf, muffler, or jewelry while using the blower.

•If you have long hair, tie it up and put it inside the head protection not to be inhaled.

•Always wear eye protection goggles.

•Always wear ear protectors to protect your ears from engine noise. If this guideline is not followed, hearing loss can occur.

•Wear a face mask to guard against the inhalation of dust.

•Wear anti-slip work gloves which can help

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to grip the handle easier.

•Wear rubber-soled shoes or shoes with some other form of anti-slip protection to help protect you against falling.

•A person who is within a perimeter of 15m (50ft) should wear the same proper protective equipment as the user.

■USE OF BLOWER

•Each time before starting the engine, inspect the entire unit to see if every part is in good order and is securely tightened in place. If any damage is found in the fuel line, the exhaust line, or the ignition wiring, do not use the blower until it has been repaired.

•Using the blower at top engine speed may cause excessive noise. Be cautious of the engine speed so not to cause a disturbance to those around you.

IMPORTANT

•Before starting operation, always make sure to check if any obstacles are left inside the volute case. The obstacles may cause damage to the fan and the volute case, and also serious injury.

•Alert bystanders and neighbors to the beginning of the work.

WARNING

Check to see if the shock-absorbing rubber mount has become cracked or otherwise damaged. Note that failing to replace this rubber mount when it has become cracked or damaged may cause the engine to come loose from its frame during use, thus resulting in possible serious bodily injury.

• If cracked, be sure to replace without delay.