the product. Local regulations may
restrict the age of the operator.
When not in use store the product
out of reach of children.
This product is not intended for use
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by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledge, unless they have
been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to en-
sure that they do not play with the
product.
Never operate the product while
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people, especially children or pets,
are nearby.
The user is responsible for accidents
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or hazards occurring to other people
or their property.
Other persons and animals should
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remain at a distance of 3 metres or
more when the product is being
used. The operator is responsible for
third persons in the working area.
Use the product only in daylight or
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good artificial light.
Never operate the product when you
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are tired, ill or under the influence of
alcohol, drugs or medicine.
Avoid operating the product in bad
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weather conditions especially when
there is a risk of lightning.
Always wear substantial clothing on
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the upper body and limbs when op-
erating this product.
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Do not use open toe rubber shoes or
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sandals when using this machine. Al-
ways wear sturdy shoes and long
trousers (see figures C and L).
Failure to keep loose clothing from
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being drawn into air intake could res-
ult in personal injury.
Failure to keep long hair tied back
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and away from the air inlet could res-
ult in personal injury.
Operate the product only with the
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nozzle and/or vacuum tube moun-
ted.
Thoroughly inspect the area where
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the product is to be used and remove
all wires and other foreign objects.
Check cable for damage before start-
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ing work and replace if necessary.
Keep cable away from heat, oil and
sharp edges.
Always direct the cable to the rear
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away from the product.
Never operate the product with de-
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fective guards or shields, or without
safety devices, for example collec-
tion bag in place.
Always ensure all handles and
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guards supplied are fitted when us-
ing the product. Never attempt to
use an incomplete product or one fit-
ted with an unauthorized modifica-
tion.
While operating the product always
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be sure of a safe and secure operat-
ing position at all times.
Always be aware of your surround-
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ings and stay alert for possible haz-
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