MTD BLBV40 Mode D'emploi page 18

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Danger levels of warning information
The following danger levels are used in this instruc-
tion manual to indicate potentially dangerous
situations:
A dangerous situation is highly likely and,
if the measures are not followed, will result
in severe injury and even death.
A dangerous situation may occur and, if
the measures are not followed, will result
in severe injury and even death.
A dangerous situation may occur and, if
the measures are not followed, will result
in slight or minor injuries.
A possibly harmful situation may occur which if not
avoided will result in property damage.
Safety information content
Type and source of the danger!
ÂConsequences of non-observation
¾ Measure for preventing the danger
Protection of yourself and others
¾ For safety reasons, children or persons who
are not familiar with the instruction manual
must not use the leaf vacuum/blower. The
minimum age of users may be defined by local or
national legislation.
¾ Do not operate the leaf vacuum/blower
when there are people (especially children)
or animals in the immediate vicinity. Ensure
children do not play with the leaf vacuum/blower.
¾ Stop using the device if persons (especially
children) or animals are nearby. Do not allow
any other persons to enter the danger area.
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DANGER!
WARNING!
CAUTION!
Attention!
DANGER!
Safety information
¾ This device must not be used by children
or persons with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities or with inadequate
experience and knowledge. Likewise persons
must be familiar with this instruction manual
before using the device. The minimum age for
using the device may be specified by local or
national legislation.
¾ Cleaning and servicing may not be carried out
by children.
¾ Children are not allowed to play with the
device. Keep children away from the device.
¾ Always wear sturdy shoes and long trousers
as well as other appropriate personal
protective equipment (protective goggles,
hearing protection, safety gloves etc.) when
working with the leaf vacuum/blower. The
wearing of personal protective equipment
minimises the risk of injury.
¾ Persons operating the device must not
be under the influence of intoxicants (e.g.
alcohol, drugs or medication).
¾ The operator or user is responsible for
accidents, injuries to other people or damage
to their property.
Before use
¾ Before use, make sure you are familiar with
the leaf vacuum/blower, its functions and
controls.
¾ Do not use any leaf vacuum/blower whose
switch is defective and which can no longer
be switched on or off. It must be repaired by a
qualified expert or workshop.
¾ Read and observe the operating instructions
of the power pack and its charger.
Tips for use
¾ Never operate the device without the vacuum
bag attached.
¾ Remove the power pack from the device:
- Whenever you leave the device unattended.
- Before removing blockages.
- Before checking, cleaning or working on the de-
vice.
- After impacting a foreign body, to check the device
for damage.
- For immediate checking, if the device starts to vi-
brate excessively.
Safety information