• 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 flawless condition
only, as well as for its intended purpose, in a safe
manner 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 main-
tenance 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 dan-
gers. Unauthorized modifications of the machine
exclude a liability of the manufacturer for damages
resulting from the modifications.
• 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
damages, the risk is exclusively borne by the user.
• The device must not be used for commercial, tech-
nical 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 thor-
oughly 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 pre-
scribed purpose. Any other use is deemed to be a
case of misuse. The user/operator and not the man-
ufacturer will be liable for any damage or injuries of
any kind resulting from such misuse.
5. Important information
General safety instructions for devices
m CAUTION: Read all safety regulations and in-
structions. Any failures made in following the
safety regulations and instructions may result
in an, fire 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, void-
ing manufacturerʼs warranty.
Keep all safety regulations and instructions in a
safe place for future use.
General instructions
Read the complete operating manual with due
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care. Acquaint yourself with the controls and how
to use the tool.
All persons (including children) who, for reasons of
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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 responsible 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.
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Never allow other persons who are not familiar with
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the operating instructions to use the tool. Contact
your local government offices for information re-
garding minimum age requirements for operating
the tool.
Never use the tool when there are people – par-
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ticularly children – or pets nearby.
The user is responsible for any accidents or haz-
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ards suffered by third parties or their property.
General instructions
Do not wear wide clothing or jewelry. Wear long
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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.
Always switch off the engine when removing the
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machine and before working on the unit.
Wear safety goggles while you work.
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Use a dust mask when working on dusty jobs
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Never use the tool if any of its safety devices or
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guards are damaged or if any safety attachments
such as deflectors and/or grass catching devices
are missing.
Workplace safety
Keep your work area clean and well illuminated.
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Untidy or unlit work areas can result in accidents.
Do not operate the device in an environment where
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there is a risk of explosions and where there are
inflammable 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
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other persons. If there is a distraction, you may
lose control of the appliance.
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