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17 Transporting
17.1 Blower
When transporting the blower:
► Carry the blower as a backpack with the straps of the
harness over both shoulders or with the carrying handle
integrated into the backplate.
► When transporting the blower in a vehicle, secure the
blower tube with the hook and loop fastener on the
carrying handle and position the blower to prevent
turnover, impact and damage.
18 Storing
18.1 Blower
WARNING
Store the blower indoors in a dry, secure place that is
inaccessible to children and other unauthorized users,
@ 6.1. Improper storage can result in unauthorized use and
damage to the blower, @ 6.1.
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When storing the blower:
► Wait for the engine to cool down.
► Keep the machine with a full tank of fuel in a dry place,
well away from sources of ignition, until you need it again.
► Store the blower indoors in a dry and secure location, out
of the reach of children and other unauthorized persons.
When storing the blower for three months or longer:
► Drain and clean the fuel tank in a well ventilated area.
Dispose of fuel properly in accordance with local
environmental requirements.
► Run the engine until it shuts off. The carburetor will be dry.
This helps prevent the carburetor diaphragms from
sticking together.
► Store the blower indoors in a dry and secure location, out
of the reach of children and other unauthorized persons.
19 Cleaning
19.1 Cleaning the Blower
WARNING
To reduce the risk of personal injury from unintended
activation, shut off the engine before carrying out any
cleaning work, @ 6.1. Users of this blower should carry out
only the cleaning described in this manual.
To clean the blower:
► Shut off the engine, @ 12.
► Clean a dirty intake screen carefully with a soft brush
whenever required.
► Clean the blower's polymer components with a slightly
dampened cloth. Do not use detergents or solvents. They
may damage the polymer components.
► Do not use a pressure washer to clean the blower or
otherwise spray it with water or other liquids.
17 Transporting
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