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SAFE OPERATIONS PRACTICES
Operation
General Operation:
1. Read, understand and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s)
before attempting to assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for
future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts.
2. Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop the
machine and disengage them quickly.
3. Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this machine. Children 14 and
over should read and understand the instructions and safe operation practices in
this manual and on the machine and be trained and supervised by an adult.
4. This leaf blower is a powerful tool, not a plaything. Therefore, exercise extreme
caution at all times. It has been designed to perform one job; to blow leaves. Do not
use it for any other purpose.
5. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children and pets.
Stop the engine when they enter the machine’s vicinity
6. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation and while
performing an adjustment or repair to protect eyes from debris or foreign objects
that may be thrown from machine.
7. Wear close fitting slacks and shirt. Shirt and slacks that cover the arms and legs are
recommended. Do not wear loose fitting clothes or jewelry and secure hair so it is
above shoulder level. They can be caught in moving parts.
8. Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
9. Never place your hands or any part of your body or clothing near rotating parts.
Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. Never insert your hands, fingers,
feet, or any other part of your body or clothing into the discharge or air intake
openings as the rotating impeller inside the housing can cause serious injury.
10. Never operate machine without directional discharge chute and plastic impeller
guard properly affixed to machine. These devices shield the operator from
accidental contact with the rotating impeller.
11. Keep all guards and safety devices in place and operating properly.
12. Exercise caution when operating blower. Do not allow the directional discharge
chute to point in the direction of bystanders or pets.
13. If your machine should start making an unusual noise or vibration, immediately stop
the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire and move the wire away from the spark
plug. Allow the machine to cool and perform the following steps:
a. Inspect for damage.
b. Repair or replace any damaged parts.
c. Check for any loose parts and tighten to assure continued safe operation.
14. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch.
15. Do not allow leaves or other debris to build up on engine’s muffler. The debris could
ignite and cause a fire.
16. Do not operate engine if air cleaner or cover over carburetor air intake is removed,
except for adjustment. Removal of such parts could create a fire hazard.
17. Only use accessories approved for this machine by the manufacturer. Read,
understand, and follow all instructions provided with the approved accessory.
18. Only operate machine in daylight or good artificial light. Do not operate machine in
dark areas where your vision may be impaired.
19. Never pick up or carry machine while the engine is running.
20. If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good
judgment. Contact Customer Support for assistance or the name of the nearest
service dealer.
Children
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of small children.
Children are often attracted to the blowing activity. Never assume that children will remain
where you last saw them.
1. Keep children out of the work area and under the watchful eye of a responsible adult
other than the operator.
2. Be alert and turn the machine off if a child enters the area.
3. Never allow children under the age of 14 to operate the leaf blower.
Service
Safe Handling Of Gasoline:
1. To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline.
Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Serious personal
injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes which can
ignite. Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.
2. Use only an approved gasoline container.
3. Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner.
Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling.
4. Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the
ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a
portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
5. Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all
times until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.
6. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources
of ignition.
7. Never fuel machine indoors because flammable vapors will accumulate in the area.
8. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while engine is hot or running. Allow engine to
cool at least five (5) minutes before refueling.
9. Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than ½ inch below bottom of filler neck
to provide for fuel expansion.
10. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.
11. If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and equipment. Move machine to
another area. Wait five (5) minutes before starting engine.
12. Never store machine or fuel container near an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a
water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliances.
13. To reduce fire hazard, keep blower free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up.
Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel-soaked debris.
14. Allow machine to cool at least five (5) minutes before storing.
General Service:
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.
1. Check all nuts, bolts and screws for proper tightness at frequent intervals to keep
the machine in safe working condition. Also, visually inspect machine for any
damage and repair, if needed.
2. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, stop the engine and make certain the
impeller and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and
WARNING
This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and
follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see
this symbol. HEED ITS WARNING!
DANGER
This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation practices in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of
the operator can result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions
could result in serious injury or death.
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