Important Safe Operation Practices

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WARNING! This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury.

When you see this symbol. HEED ITS WARNING!

California Proposition 65

WARNING! Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

DANGER! This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation practices in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating fingers, hands, toes and feet and throwing debris. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

Operation

General Operation:

1.Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts.

2.Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly.

3.Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this machine. Children 14 and over should read and understand the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual and on the machine and be trained and supervised by an adult.

4.This leaf blower is a powerful tool, not a plaything. Therefore, exercise extreme caution at all times. It has been designed to perform one job; to blow leaves. Do not use it for any other purpose.

5.Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children and pets. Stop the engine when they enter the vicinity of the machine.

6.Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation and while performing an adjustment or repair, to protect eyes from debris or foreign objects that may be thrown from machine.

7.Wear close fitting slacks and shirt. Shirt and slacks that cover the arms and legs are recommended. Do not wear loose fitting clothes or jewelry and secure hair so it is above shoulder level. They can be caught in moving parts.

8.Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

9.Never place your hands or any part of your body or clothing near rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. Never insert your hands, fingers, feet, or any other part of your body or clothing into the discharge or air intake openings as the rotating impeller inside the housing can cause serious injury.

10.Never operate machine without directional discharge chute and plastic impeller guard properly affixed to machine. These devices shield the operator from accidental contact with the rotating impeller.

11.Keep all guards and safety devices in place and operating properly.

12.Exercise caution when operating blower. Do not allow the directional discharge chute to point in the direction of bystanders or pets.

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