Operating Instructions; Operating Tips; Operating As A Blower - IKRA BLS 31 B Manuel D'utilisation

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

HOLDING THE BLOWER/VACUUM UNIT
Before operating the unit, stand in the operating
position (Fig. 13). Check for the following:
• Operator is wearing proper clothing, such as boots,
safety glasses or goggles, ear/hearing protection,
gloves, long pants and long sleeve shirt.

OPERATING TIPS

• Be sure the vacuum bag is fully closed before
operating the unit.
• Assure the unit is not directed at loose debris or
persons before starting the unit.
• The unit is in good working condition, the tubes and
guards are in place and secured.
• Always hold the unit with both hands when operating.
Keep a irm grip on both the front and rear handles
or grips.
• To reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with
sound level(s), the use of hearing protection is
required.
• Watch out for children, pets, open windows, or
freshly washed cars, and blow debris away from
these.
• After using blowers and other equipment, clean
up your working area. Dispose of debris in trash
receptacles.

OPERATING AS A BLOWER

• Start the engine. See Starting/Stopping Instructions.
• Set the blower/vacuum mode change-over lever to
the up position (blower mode) (Fig. 14).
• NOTE: Never use the unit with the change-over
lever halfway in between either position.
• Place the shoulder harness over your head, onto
your shoulder, and adjust it properly. See "Installing
and Adjusting the Shoulder Harness".
• Hold the blower as shown in Figures 15, 16 and
17. Sweep from side to side with the nozzle several
inches above the ground or loor. Slowly advance,
keeping the accumulated pile of debris in front of
you.
• Most dry blowing operations are better suited to low
speed than high. High speed is better for moving
heavier items like large debris or gravel.
• Use the blower to clean around trees, shrubs, lower
beds and other hard to clean areas (Fig. 15).
• Use the blower around buildings and for other
normal cleaning tasks (Fig. 16).
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