SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
Always hold the blower in your right hand during blower operation. Refer to the OPERATION instructions later in this manual for proper position during blower operation and additional information.
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. 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.
Use only as directed in this operator’s manual.
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.
FUELING
Fuel is highly flammable. Take precautions when using to reduce the chance of serious personal injury.
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.
Do not smoke while handling fuel.
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 circum- stances.
To reduce the risk of fire and burn injury, handle fuel with care. It is highly flammable.
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.
Empty fuel tank into a container approved for gasoline and restrain the unit from moving before transporting in a vehicle.
When draining the fuel tank, use an approved fuel storage container in a
Select bare ground, stop engine, and allow to cool before refueling.
Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.
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