OPERATION SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING!
Stop engine. Remove the spark plug. Empty fuel tank; Before any repairs or maintenance operations.
Check that all nuts, bolts and screws are well tightened before every use.
Do not run the engine in an enclosed and/or poorly ventilated area. The exhaust gas from the engine contains
carbon monoxide, which is dangerous.
Work only when there is sufficient light.
Do not use the blower when it is raining or when the grass is wet.
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Caution must be taken while blowing on slopes.
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Turn off the engine if you must leave the blower unattended.
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Never change the rated speed of the engine in any way.
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Stop the engine and remove the spark plug cover in these cases:
- Before any maintenance, repairing or checking operations.
- If you leave the blower unattended.
- if the blower vibrates in an abnormal way, take the blower to an authorised service centre.
WARNING! Fuel is highly flammable.
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Keep fuel in a suitable container specially made for this purpose.
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Fill the fuel tank with a funnel and outside. Do not smoke or use a mobile phone.
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Fill with fuel and oil before starting the engine.
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Never open the cap of the fuel tank to add fuel while the engine is running or still hot.
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Do not start the engine if there is spilt fuel on the blower or in the area surrounding. Take the blower away from
the area where fuel has been split and avoid any contact from a heat source as long as the spilt fuel is completely
evaporated.
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Tighten the fuel tank cap and fuel container cap tightly.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR PETROL BLOWERS
WARNING! Dress appropriately
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Do not operate with loose clothing or long hair. These can be sucked into the air intake of the blower.
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Always wear sturdy footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the equipment with bare feet or open sandals.
Always wear protective eye wear. Do not operate equipment without protective glasses.
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Do not operate in a hazardous location. Such areas include where there is a risk of explosion of fumes, leaking
gas or explosive dust.
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Do not operate in a confined area. Exhaust gases, smoke or fumes could reach dangerous concentrations.
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Protect your blower. This blower is NOT WE THERPROOF and should not be exposed to direct sunlight, high
ambient temperature and damp, wet or high humidity conditions.
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Do not smoke or use a mobile phone while refuelling. This is potentially dangerous as it may ignite the fuel and
cause an explosion.
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Take care not to spill fuel. When refuelling the blower ensure that the motor has been switched off. Prevent the
spilling of fuel as this may also ignite with the hot motor. Never refuel whilst the engine running.
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Be careful where you store the blower. Store the blower in a dry area away from flammable liquids.
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Keep your distance. The blower emits exhaust fumes. Ensure bystanders keep a safe distance.
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Ensure you use fuel oil mix. Ensure that you mix 30 parts unleaded fuel to 1 part two stroke oil. If not, the engine
will overheat and cause damage to your blower.
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Never fill fuel tank indoors. Never fill fuel tank when engine is running or hot. Stop the engine before re-fuelling.
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Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire If the blower starts to vibrate abnormally (find and remove the
cause of the vibration immediately).
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Reduce the throttle before turning off the engine and turn the fuel off when you have finished blowing.
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The user is responsible for the safety of other people, animals and objects in the working area. Keep children and
domestic animals at a safe distance while the blower is in use.
