RedMax GK-280 manual Contents, Key To Symbols, Note the following before starting

CONTENTS
Contents
Introduction	22
Key to symbols	22
Safety instructions	23
Description	24
Assembly	25
Use	26

Note the following before starting:

RedMax/ZENOAH has a policy of continu- ous product development and therefore reserves the right to modify the design and appearance of products without prior notice. Long--term exposure to noise can result in permanent hearing impairment. Always use approved hearing protection.

Read through the operator’s manual carefully and understand the content before using the machine.

These instructions supplement the in- structions that were included with the machine. For other procedures, please refer to the operating instructions for the machine.

WARNING: Under no circum- stances may the design of the machine be modified without the permission of the manufacturer. Always use genuine accessories. Non-authorized modifications and/or accessories can result in serious personal injury or the death of the operator or others. Your warranty may not cover damage or liability caused by the use of non-authorized accesso- ries or replacement parts.

KEY TO SYMBOLS

Symbols

WARNING! The blower can be dangerous! Careless or improper use can cause serious, even fatal injury.

Read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure that you understand the contents before using the blower.

Approved protective

goggles or visor, ear protection, and face mask in dusty environ- ments must be worn.

WARNING! Never touch the im- peller unless the unit is off, the im- peller has stopped moving and the spark plug is disconnected.

Always wear approved, protective gloves.

WARNING! The blower may throw objects at high velocity that can ricochet and hit the operator. This may cause serious eye dam- age.

The blower operator must make sure that no bystanders or ani- mals come nearer than 50 feet (15 meters). Whenever several operators are working in the same work area, they should maintain a safe distance of at least 50 feet (15 meters) from one another.

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