DMake sure the unit is properly assembled and in good operating condition.
D Do not fill fuel tank while engine is hot or running.
D Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up fuel spills before starting engine.
DMove at least 3 meters away from fuel and
fueling site before starting engine.
DAlways store petrol in a container approved for flammable liquids.
OPERATE YOUR UNIT SAFELY
D This garden blower is only designed for blowing away leaves and other debris on the ground.
DInspect unit before each use for worn, loose, missing, or damaged parts. Do not use until
unit is in proper working order.
DKeep outside surfaces free of oil and fuel.
D Never start or run engine inside a closed room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
D Mufflers fitted with catalytic converters get very hot during use and remain so for some time after stopping. This also applies at idle speed. Contact can result in burns to the skin. Remember the risk of fire!
DTo avoid static electricity shock, do not wear
rubber gloves or any other insulated gloves while operating unit.
DDo not set unit on any surface except a clean, hard area while engine is running. Debris such as gravel, sand, dust, grass, etc. could be picked up by the air intake and thrown out through discharge opening, damaging unit, property, or causing serious injury to
bystanders or operator.
DAvoid dangerous environments. Do not use in unventilated areas or where explosive vapors or carbon monoxide build up could be present.
D Do not overreach or use from unstable surfaces such as ladders, trees, steep slopes, rooftops, etc. Keep firm footing and balance at all times.
DNever place objects inside the blower tube; always direct the blowing debris away from people, animals, glass, and solid objects such as trees, automobiles, walls, etc. The force of air can cause rocks, dirt, or sticks to be thrown or to ricochet which can hurt people or
animals, break glass, or cause other damage.
DNever run unit without the proper equipment attached. Always install blower tube.
D Check air intake opening and blower tube frequently, always with engine stopped and spark plug disconnected. Keep vents and discharge tube free of debris which can accumulate and restrict proper air flow.
D Never place any object in the air intake opening as this could restrict proper air flow and cause damage to the unit.
DNever use for spreading chemicals, fertilizers,
or other substances which may contain toxic materials.
DTo avoid spreading fire, do not use near leaf or
brush fires, fireplaces, barbecue pits, ashtrays, etc.
DUse only for jobs explained in this manual.
MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY
D Have all maintenance other than the recommended procedures described in the instruction manual performed by an authorized service dealer.
D Disconnect spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjustments.
D Use only recommended McCulloch replacement parts; use of any other parts may void your warranty and cause damage to your unit.
D Empty fuel tank before storing the unit. Use up fuel left in carburetor by starting engine and letting it run until it stops.
D Do not use any accessory or attachment other than those recommended by manufacturer for use with your unit.
D Do not store the unit or fuel in a closed area where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an open flame from hot water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
D Store in a dry area out of reach of children. D Secure the machine during transport.
SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations through prolonged use of gasoline powered hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of peo- ple prone to circulation disorders or abnormal swelling. Prolonged use in cold weather has been linked to blood vessel damage in other- wise healthy people. If symptoms occur such as numbness, pain, loss of strength, change in skin color or texture, or loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints, discontinue the use of this tool and seek medical attention. An antivibration system does not guarantee the avoidance of these problems. Users who operate power tools on a continual and regular basis must monitor closely their physical condition and the condition of this tool.
