General Safety Instructions; Safety Instructions For Operation - RedMax BHB250P Manuel D'utilisation

qualified specialists. See instructions under the
heading Maintenance.
• Only use original spare parts.
• Always ensure that ventilation openings are kept
clear of debris.
• All covers, guards and handles must be fitted before
starting.
• Only use the machine in daylight or in other well-lit
conditions.
• 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.
• If the machine starts vibrating abnormally, stop the
machine and remove the battery.
• Walk, never run.

General safety instructions

WARNING: Read the warning instructions
that follow before you use the product.
• Incorrect or careless use of the product can turn it
into a dangerous tool that can cause serious or even
fatal injury to the operator or others. You must read
and understand the contents of this operator's
manual.
• Under no circumstances may the design of the
product be modified without the permission of the
manufacturer. Never use a product that has been
modified in any way from its original specification
and always use original accessories. Non-authorized
modifications and/or accessories can result in
serious personal injury or the death of the operator
or others. Your warranty may not cover damage or
liability caused by the use of non-authorized
accessories or replacement parts.
• This product produces an 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 to consult their physician and the medical
implant manufacturer before operating this product.

Safety instructions for operation

WARNING: Read the warning instructions
that follow before you use the product.
• If you encounter a situation where you are uncertain
how to proceed you should ask an expert. Contact
your dealer or your service workshop. Avoid all
usage which you consider to be beyond your
capability.
• Never use the product in bad weather, for instance in
fog, in rain, strong winds, intense cold, etc.
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Operation in bad weather is tiring and can lead to
dangerous conditions, for instance slippery surfaces.
• Do not allow children to use or be in the vicinity of
the product. Since the product 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. Disconnect the battery when
the product is not under close supervision.
• Ensure that no people or animals come closer than
15 metres (50 ft.) while you work. When several
operators are working in the same area the safety
distance should be at least 15 metres. Otherwise
there is a risk of serious personal injury. Stop the
product immediately if anyone approaches. Never
swing the product around without first checking
behind you to make sure that no one is within the
safety zone.
• Make sure that you can move and stand safely.
Check the area around you for possible obstacles
(roots, rocks, branches, ditches, etcetera) in case
you have to move suddenly. Take great care when
you work on sloping ground.
• Keep a good balance and a firm foothold at all times.
Do not overreach.
• Listen out for warning signals or shouts when you
wear hearing protection. Always remove your
hearing protection as soon as the product stops.
• Show consideration to persons in your surroundings
by avoiding using the product at unsuitable times,
such as late in the evening or early in the morning.
Follow local regulations and ordinances.
• Use the product with the lowest possible airflow. It is
seldom necessary to use full airflow, and many work
procedures can be done at half airflow. A lower
airflow means less noise and less dust, and it is also
easier to keep control over the rubbish collected
together/moved.
• Use a rake or a brush to release rubbish stuck to the
ground.
• Hold the opening of the blower as close to the
ground as possible.
• Observe your surroundings. Direct the product away
from persons, animals, play areas, cars etc..
• Minimize the blowing time by lightly wetting dusty
areas or using spray equipment.
• Be aware of the wind direction. Work with the wind to
make your work easier.
• Stop the product and remove the battery if the
product starts to vibrate abnormally.
• Using the blower to move large piles is time
consuming and creates unnecessary noise.
• Clean up afterwards. Make sure that you have not
blown rubbish into someone's garden.
• Do not run with the product.
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