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2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques
2.7 Holding and guiding the
machine
The blower is designed for one-handed opera‐
tion. It can be carried by the control handle in
either the right or left hand.
Always hold the power tool firmly in your hand.
WARNING
Operate the machine only with the blower tube
completely mounted – risk of injury!
The round nozzle is particularly suitable for use
on uneven surfaces (e.g. fields and lawns).
The flat nozzle (either included with unit or avail‐
able as special accessory) produces a broad and
powerful airstream at ground level. It can be
aimed and controlled very accurately. This noz‐
zle is highly effective for blow-sweeping sawdust,
leaves, grass cuttings, etc. on flat surfaces.
2.8 Using the Vacuum Attachment
For specific assembling instructions, see appro‐
priate chapter in this User Manual.
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The vacuum attachment is designed for two-
handed operation. Hold and operate the unit with
your right hand on the control handle and your
left hand on the assist handle (union nut).
Wear the catcher bag shoulder strap over your
right shoulder, not across your chest. This ena‐
bles you to quickly remove the power tool and
catcher bag in an emergency.
To reduce the risk of injury, operate your power
tool only with a properly mounted suction tube
and closed catcher bag.
To reduce the risk of personal injury
from fire, never attempt to pick up hot
or burning substances (e.g. smolder‐
ing ashes, glowing cigarettes).
To reduce the risk of fatal injury from
fire or explosion, never attempt to
pick up combustible fluids (e.g. gaso‐
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