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GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING Read all safety warnings and
all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference.
The term „power tool" in the warnings refers to your
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-
operated (cordless) power tool.
1) Work area safety
a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark
areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
c)
Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you
to lose control.
2) Electrical safety
a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power
tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will
reduce risk of electric shock.
b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric
shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
c)
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or
moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase
the risk of electric shock.
e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a
cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.
f)
If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD)
protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of
electric shock.
3) Personal safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool. Do
not use a power tool while you are tired or under
the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A
moment of inattention while operating power tools
may result in serious personal injury.
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b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear
eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions will
reduce personal injuries.
c)
Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch
is in the off-position before connecting to power
source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying
the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on
the switch or energising power tools that have the
switch on invites accidents.
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may
result in personal injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. This enables better control of the
power tool in unexpected situations.
f)
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away
from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long
hair can be caught in moving parts.
4) Power tool use and care
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power
tool for your application. The correct power tool
will do the job better and safer at the rate for which
it was designed.
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not
turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be
controlled with the switch is dangerous and must
be repaired.
c)
Disconnect the plug from the power source and/
or the battery pack from the power tool before
making any adjustments, changing accessories,
or storing power tools. Such preventive safety
measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool
accidentally.
d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children
and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the
power tool or these instructions to operate the
power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands
of untrained users.
e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and
any other condition that may affect the power
tool's operation. If damaged, have the power tool
repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained power tools.
f)
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.
in accordance with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions and the work to
be performed. Use of the power tool for operations
different from those intended could result in a
hazardous situation.
5) Battery tool use and care
a) Recharge only with the charger specified by the
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one
type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when
used with another battery pack.
b) Use power tools only with specifically designated
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may
create a risk of injury and fire.
c)
When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from
other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys,
nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can
make a connection from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together may cause
burns or a fire.
SAFETY WARNINGS
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This device must not be operated by children or persons
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or
with a lack of knowledge and experience.
Children shall not play with the appliance.
There may also be an age restriction for the user defined
by local regulations.
Do not operate the device when persons, especially child-
ren or pets are nearby.
WARNING
Do not use the device if there is rain or dampness.
Before commissioning
WARNING
Risk of injury! A device that has not been assembled
completely can cause serious injuries.
Fully assemble the device before you operate it and con-
nect it to the power supply.
WARNING
Wear personal protective equipment.
• Wear goggles.
• Wear ear protectors.
• Wear solid shoes and long trousers. Wear this protective
clothing at all times when the machine is being used.
Do not operate the machine with bare feet or with open
sandals.
• Do not wear loose fitting clothing or clothing with
hanging laces or ties.
Operate the machine in a recommended position and
only on a fixed and even surface. Do not operate the
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d) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact
accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid
contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.
Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation
or burns.
6) Service
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is
maintained.
machine on a cobbled surface or on a gravel surface where
material that is ejected could cause injuries.
Check the work area before using the appliance.
Remove any hard objects such as stones, shards of glass,
wires, etc. that could be thrown off, knocked back or that
could otherwise cause injury or damage during appliance
operation.
Always carry out a visual inspection before use. The
device must not be used if it is damaged, not correctly
installed or if the safety devices are defective. Replace any
worn and damaged parts.
Only use if the correct equipment is attached. Never
use the machine if the cover or protective device are da-
maged, or without the cover or protective device. Replace
damaged or illegible labels. Replace worn or damaged
components.
Do not use this leaf blower near fire places or BBQ
places and open fire, ash pits, etc. A proper use of the
leaf blower contributes to fire spread avoidance.
WARNING
Do not work near open windows etc.
Do not put any objects on the lance blow openings.
Make sure the blown material is not being blown at
persons, animals, glass sheets or solid objects such
as trees, cars, walls, etc. Strong air flow could throw
off stones, dirt or rods or they could be bounced off the
ground and injure persons, animals, break glass sheets or
cause other damage.
Never use the appliance to disperse chemicals, ferti-
lisers or other substances. By this, you will avoid toxic
material spread.
Operation
Provide adequate lighting or good lighting conditions
when working with the machine. Poor lighting/light condi-
tions represent a high safety risk.
Do not use the appliance in bad weather, especially when
there is a risk of storm.
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