Transport - Makita EB5300TH Handbuch

4. Use the blower and the tools supplied only for
applications specified.
Start the blower engine only after the entire
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tool has been assembled. Operation of the
tool is permitted only after all the appropriate
accessories are attached.
6. The engine is to be switched off immediately if
there are any engine problems.
When working with the blower, always wrap
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your fingers tightly around the handle, keep-
ing the control handle cradled between your
thumb and forefinger. Keep your hand in this
position to have your machine under control at
all times. Make sure your control handle is in
good condition and free of moisture, pitch, oil
or grease.
8. Always ensure a safe, well-balanced footing.
9. Carry the blower properly on both shoulders
during operation. Do not carry the blower with
only one shoulder strap. Otherwise personal
injury may result.
10. Operate the blower in such a manner as to
avoid inhalation of the exhaust gases. Never
run the engine in enclosed rooms (risk of
suffocation and gas poisoning). Carbon mon-
oxide is an odorless gas. Always ensure there
is adequate ventilation.
11. Switch off the engine when resting or leav-
ing the blower unattended. Place it in a safe
location prevent danger to others, setting fire
to combustible materials, or damage to the
machine.
12. Never lay the hot blower onto dry grass or
onto any combustible materials.
13. All protective parts and guards supplied with
the machine must be used during operation.
14. Never operate the engine with a faulty exhaust
muffler.

Transport

1. Shut off the engine during transport.
2. Position the blower safely during car or truck
transportation to avoid fuel leakage.
3. When transporting the blower, ensure that the
fuel tank is completely empty.
4. Lift the blower with holding carry handle when
you carry it. Do not drag the blower by nozzle,
pipe or other parts.
5. Hold the blower firmly during transportation.
6. When transport the blower, bend your knee
and make sure you do not damage your shoul-
der and lower back.
Refuelling
1. Stop the engine during refuelling, keep well
away from open flame and do not smoke.
2. Avoid skin contact with petroleum products.
Do not inhale fuel vapor. Always wear pro-
tective gloves during refuelling. Change and
clean protective clothing at regular intervals.
3. Take care not to spill either fuel or oil in order
to prevent soil contamination (environmental
protection). Clean the blower immediately after
fuel has been spilt. Allow wet cloths to dry
before disposing in properly, covered con-
tainer to prevent spontaneous combustion.
4. Avoid any fuel contact with your clothing.
Change your clothing immediately if fuel has
been spilled on it (fire hazard).
Inspect the fuel cap at regular intervals making
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sure that it stays securely fastened.
6. Carefully tighten the fuel cap. Change loca-
tions to start the engine (at least 3 meters (10
ft) away from the place of refuelling).
Never refuel in closed rooms. Fuel vapors
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accumulate at ground level (risk of
explosions).
Only transport and store fuel in approved con-
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tainers. Make sure stored fuel is not accessible
to children.
Do not attempt to refuel a hot or a running
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engine.
10. Do not refuel more than the amount defined in
"SPECIFICATIONS".
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3 m
(10 ft)