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Always direct the cable to the rear or away
from the product.
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Make sure that the voltage is correct for
your product. A nameplate on the product
indicates its voltage. Never connect the
product to an AC voltage that differs from
this voltage.
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Make sure that the switch is in off position
before disconnecting the product from the
power supply.
PREPARATION
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Some regions have regulations that restrict
the use of the product to some operations.
Check with your local authority for advice.
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Wear hearing protection at all times while
operating the product. The product is noisy
and may cause permanent hearing injury if
precautions to limit your exposure and to
reduce noise are not strictly adhered to.
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Wear full eye protection at all times while
operating the product. The manufacturer
strongly suggests a full face mask or fully
enclosed goggles. Normal spectacles or
sunglasses are not adequate protection.
Objects can be thrown at high speed by the
powerful air jet at any time and may rebound
from hard surfaces toward the operator.
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While operating the product, always wear
substantial footwear and long trousers.
Do not operate the product when barefoot
or wearing open sandals. Avoid wearing
loose-fitting clothing or clothes with hanging
cords or ties.
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Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery that
can be drawn into the air inlet. Secure long
hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent
entanglement in moving parts.
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Before each use, ensure that all controls
and safety devices function correctly. Do
not use the product if the off switch does not
stop the product.
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Operate the product in a recommended
position and only on a firm and level surface.
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Do not operate the product on a paved or
gravel surface where ejected material could
cause injury.
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Before each use, always inspect the housing
for damage. Ensure that guards and handles
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Original Instructions
are in place and properly secured. Replace
worn or damaged components in sets to
preserve balance. Replace damaged or
unreadable labels.
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Never operate the product while people,
especially children, or pets are nearby.
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Keep all cooling air inlets clear of debris.
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Clear the work area before each use.
Remove all objects such as rocks, broken
glass, nails, wire, or string that can be blown
a considerable distance by high velocity air.
OPERATION
WARNING! Your blower/vacuum may
be supplied with a harness. Carefully adjust
the harness to comfortably help to support
the weight of the product. Identify the quick
release mechanism and practice using it
before you start using the product. Its correct
use may prevent serious injury in the case of
an emergency. Never wear additional clothing
over the harness or otherwise restrict access
the quick release mechanism.
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Before starting the product, make sure that
the feeding chamber is empty.
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Keep your face and body away from the
feed intake opening.
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Operate the product only at reasonable
hours—not early in the morning or late at
night when people might be disturbed.
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Never operate the product in an explosive
atmosphere.
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Avoid using the product in bad weather
conditions especially when there is a risk of
lightning.
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Do not operate the product in poor lighting.
The operator requires a clear view of the
work area to identify potential hazards.
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Keep bystanders, children and pets 15 m
away from the area of operation. Stop the
product if anyone enters the area.
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Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
Walk, never run.
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Do not allow hands or any other part of the
body or clothing inside the feeding chamber,
discharge chute, or near any moving part.
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Keep proper footing and balance. Do not
overreach. Overreaching can result in loss
of balance.
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