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Wear personal protective equipment. See instructions
under the heading "Personal protective equipment".
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Always remove the battery when passing the machine
to another person.
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Keep in mind that it is you, the operator that is
responsible for not exposing people or their property
to accidents or hazards.
Power tool use and care
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Never use a machine that has been modified in any
way from its original specification. Never use the
machine near explosive or flammable materials.
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Never use a machine that is faulty. Carry out the safety
checks, maintenance and service instructions
described in this manual. Some maintenance and
service measures must be carried out by trained and
qualified specialists. See instructions under the
heading Maintenance.
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Only use original spare parts.
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Always ensure that ventilation openings are kept clear
of debris.
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All covers, guards and handles must be fitted before
starting.
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Only use the machine in daylight or in other well-lit
conditions.
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Never use the machine in bad weather, for instance in
fog, in rain, damp or in wet locations, strong winds,
intense cold, risk of lightning, etc. Extremely hot
weather may cause overheating of the machine.
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If the machine starts vibrating abnormally, stop the
machine and remove the battery.
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Walk, never run.
Always use common sense
It is not possible to cover every conceivable situation you
can face. Always exercise care and use your common
sense. Avoid all situations which you consider to be
beyond your capability. If you still feel uncertain about
operating procedures after reading these instructions,
you should consult an expert before continuing.
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Important
WARNING! This machine produces an
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electromagnetic field during operation.
This field may under some
circumstances interfere with active or
passive medical implants. To reduce the
risk of serious or fatal injury, we
recommend persons with medical
implants consult their physician and the
medical implant manufacturer before
operating this machine.
WARNING! Never allow children to use or
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be in the vicinity of the machine. Since
the machine is easy to start, children
may be able to start it if they are not kept
under full surveillance. This can mean a
risk of serious personal injury. Therefore
disconnect the battery when the machine
is not under close supervision.
Personal protective equipment
IMPORTANT!
A blower is a dangerous tool if used carelessly or
incorrectly and can cause serious, even fatal injuries. It
is extremely important that you read and understand the
contents of this Operator's manual.
You must use approved personal protective equipment
whenever you use the machine. Personal protective
equipment cannot eliminate the risk of injury but it will
reduce the degree of injury if an accident does happen.
Ask your dealer for help in choosing the right equipment.
WARNING! Listen out for warning signals
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or shouts when you are wearing hearing
protection. Always remove your hearing
protection as soon as the motor stops.
HEARING PROTECTION
Wear hearing protection that provides adequate noise
reduction.