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It is recommended to wear leg protection and a safety jacket.
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Keep your work area in order!
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Take environmental influences into account:
o Do not expose the device to rain.
o Do not use the device in a wet or humid environment.
o Postpone work in unfavourable weather conditions (rain, snow, ice, wind) due to increased
risk of accidents!
o Ensure good lighting.
o Do not use the device near flammable liquids or gases.
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You may not be able to hear danger because of the engine noise. Therefore, make yourself
familiar with your surroundings.
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Never leave the device unattended.
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During breaks in work, the device must be laid down in such a way that nobody is endangered.
Secure the device against unauthorized access.
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Persons under 18 years of age must not operate the device.
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Keep other people and children away.
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The operator is responsible for accidents or hazards that occur to other persons or their
property.
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Do not let other persons, especially children, touch the tool or the engine.
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Make sure that the device is not overloaded! You will work better and safer in the specified
power range.
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Only operate the device with complete and correctly fitted protective devices. Do not change
anything on the device that could impair safety.
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Switch off the device and pull the spark plug connector from the spark plug:
o If the device touches soil, stones, nails or other foreign bodies check whether the device is
damaged.
o Repair work, as well as maintenance and cleaning work
o Elimination of malfunctions (e.g. Clogging of the blow tube)
o Transport and storage
o Leaving the working area, even during short interruptions.
Maintain your leaf blower with care:
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Clean the device after each use
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Empty the tank after each use
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Keep handles dry and free from lubricants.
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Follow the maintenance manual.
Check the device for damage:
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Before further use of the device, safety devices must be carefully checked for their
trouble-free and proper function.
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