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4. Intended use
The machine meets the currently valid EU machine
directive.
• Before starting any work, all protective and safety de-
vices must be in place.
• The blower is designed to blow leaves as well as lawn
debris such as grass clippings and small twigs. It is not
to be used for any other purpose.
• The device is only to be used on dry surfaces.
• The machine has been designed to be operated by
one person.
• The operator is responsible for third parties in the area
of operations.
• All safety and hazard notices on the machine must be
observed.
• All safety and hazard notices on the machine must be
kept in a completely legible condition.
• Use the machine in a technically awless condition
only, as well as for its intended purpose, in a safe man-
ner and being aware of dangers, in compliance with
the operating instructions!
• Disruptions which can affect safety in particular must
be eliminated straight away!
• The manufacturer’s safety, operation and mainte-
nance instructions as well as the technical data given
in the calibrations and dimensions must be adhered
to.
• Relevant accident prevention regulations and other
generally recognized safety and technical rules must
also be adhered to.
• The machine may only be used, maintained or re-
paired by trained persons who are familiar with the
machine and have been informed about the dangers.
Unauthorized modications of the machine exclude
a liability of the manufacturer for damages resulting
from the modications.
• The machine is intended for use only with original
spare parts and original tools from the producer.
• Any other use is considered to be not intended. The
manufacturer excludes any liability for resulting dam-
ages, the risk is exclusively borne by the user.
• The device must not be used for commercial, techni-
cal or industrial applications.
• If you are not sure whether working conditions are
safe or unsafe, do not work with the machine.
WARNING! For your own safety, please thoroughly
read this manual and the general safety instructions
before turning the device on. If you give the device
to third parties, always include these instructions.
The equipment is allowed to be used only for its
prescribed purpose. Any other use is deemed to be a
case of misuse. The user/operator and not the manu-
facturer will be liable for any damage or injuries of any
kind resulting from such misuse.
5. Important information
General safety instructions for devices
CAUTION: Read all safety regulations and instruc-
tions. Any failures made in following the safety regulati-
ons and instructions may result in an, re and/or serious
injury. WARNING: DO NOT USE ANY OTHER FUEL than
that recommended in your manual. Always follow
instructions in the Fuel and Lubrication section of this
manual. Never use gasoline unless it is properly
mixed with 2-cycle engine lubricant. Permanent
damage to engine will result, voiding manufacturerʼs
warranty.
Keep all safety regulations and instructions in a safe
place for future use.
General instructions
• Read the complete operating manual with due care.
Acquaint yourself with the controls and how to use
the tool.
• All persons (including children) who, for reasons of
physical, sensory or mental ability or inexperience or
lack of knowledge, are not in a position to be able
to use this device safely, should not use the device
unsupervised or without instruction by or from a res-
ponsible person.
• Children must always be supervised in order to ensure
that they do not play with the device.
• Never allow children to use the tool.
• Never allow other persons who are not familiar with
the operating instructions to use the tool. Contact your
local government ofces for information regarding mi-
nimum age requirements for operating the tool.
• Never use the tool when there are people – particularly
children – or pets nearby.
• The user is responsible for any accidents or hazards
suffered by third parties or their property.
• Do not wear wide clothing or jewelry. Wear long
trousers to protect your legs. Wear safety helmet for
long hair. Loose clothing, jewelry, and long hair can get
caught in the moving parts. Wear suitable and durable
tight working clothes.
• Wear safety goggles while you work.
• Use a dust mask when working on dusty jobs
• Never use the tool if any of its safety devices or guards
are damaged or if any safety attachments such as
deectors and/or grass catching devices are missing.
1 Workplace safety
• Keep your work area clean and well illuminated. Untidy
or unlit work areas can result in accidents.
• Do not operate the device in an environment where
there is a risk of explosions and where there are inam-
mable liquids, gases or dust. Device produce sparks
which could set the dust or vapours alight.
• Keep the device out of the reach of children and other
persons. If there is a distraction, you may lose control
of the appliance.
