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WHILE OPERATING
• Never start or run the unit inside a closed room or
building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill. Operate this
unit only in a well-ventilated outdoor area.
• To reduce the risk of injury associated with thrown
objects, wear safety glasses or goggles that are
marked as meeting ANSI Z87. standards.
• Never run the unit without the the proper equipment
attached. When using this unit, always install the
blower tubes.
• To reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with
sound level(s), always wear ear/hearing protection
when operating this unit.
• Wear heavy, long pants, boots, and gloves. Do not
wear short pants, sandals, or go barefoot.
• To avoid static electricity shock, do not wear rubber
gloves or any other insulated gloves while operating
this unit.
• To reduce the risk of injury associated with objects
being drawn into rotating parts, do not wear loose
clothing, jewelry, scarves, and the like. Secure hair
above shoulder level.
• Wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty.
Long sleeve shirts are recommended.
• Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light.
• Keep outside surfaces free from oil and fuel.
• Avoid accidental starting. Be in the starting position
whenever pulling the starter rope. The operator and
unit must be in a stable position while starting. Refer to
Starting/Stopping Instructions.
• Do not set unit on any surface except a clean, hard
area while engine is running. Debris such as gravel,
sand, dust, grass, etc. could be picked up by the air
intake and thrown out by the discharge opening,
damaging unit, property, or causing serious injury to
bystanders or operator.
• Use the right tool. Only use this tool for the purpose
intended.
• Do not force unit. It will do the job better and with less
likelihood of injury at a rate for which it was designed.
• Do not overreach or use from unstable surfaces such
as ladders, trees, steep slopes, rooftops, etc. Always
keep proper footing and balance.
• Always hold the unit with a firm grip when operating.
• Keep hands, face, and feet at a distance from all moving
parts. Do not touch or try to stop the impeller when it is
rotating. Do not operate without guards in place.
• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with
any opening blocked; keep free of dirt, debris, and
anything that may reduce the air flow.
• Do not touch the engine or muffler. These parts get
extremely hot from operation. When turned off they
remain hot for a short time.
• Do not operate the engine faster than the speed
needed to do the job. Do not run the engine at high
speed when not in use.
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
• Always stop the engine when operation is delayed or
when walking from one location to another.
• Stop the engine for maintenance, repair, to install or
remove the blower tubes. The unit must be stopped
and the impeller no longer turning to avoid contact with
the rotating blades.
• Use only original equipment manufacturer replacement
parts when servicing this unit. These parts are available
from your authorized service dealer. Do not use
unauthorized parts, accessories, or attachments for
this unit. Doing so could lead to serious injury to the
user, or damage to the unit, and void your warranty.
• Never use this unit for spreading chemicals, fertilizers or
other substances which may contain toxic materials.
• To reduce fire hazard, replace faulty muffler and spark
arrestor, keep the engine and muffler free from grass,
leaves, excessive grease or carbon build up.
• Never point the blower in the direction of people or
pets, or in the direction of windows. Always direct the
blowing debris away from people, animals, and
windows. Use extra caution when blowing debris near
solid objects such as trees, automobiles, walls, etc.
OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS
• Always disconnect the spark plug before performing
maintenance or accessing movable parts.
• Never store the unit, with fuel in the tank, inside a
building where fumes may reach an open flame (pilot
lights, etc.) or sparks (switches, electrical motors, etc.).
• Allow the engine to cool before storing or transporting.
Be sure to secure the unit while transporting.
• Store the unit in a dry place, either locked up or up
high to prevent unauthorized use or damage. Keep out
of the reach of children.
• Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other
liquid. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from debris. Clean
after each use, see Cleaning and Storage instructions.
• Keep these instructions. Refer to them often and use
them to instruct other users. If you loan this unit to
others, also loan these instructions to them.
SPECIAL NOTE: Exposure to vibrations through prolonged
use of gasoline powered hand tools could cause blood
vessel or nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of
people prone to circulation disorders or abnormal swelling.
Prolonged use in cold weather has been linked to blood
vessel damage in otherwise healthy people. If symptoms
occur such as numbness, pain, loss of strength, change in
skin color or texture, or loss of feeling in the fingers, hands or
joints, discontinue use of this tool and seek medical
attention. An anti-vibration system does not guarantee
avoidance of these problems. Users who operate power
tools on a regular basis must closely monitor their physical
condition and the condition of this tool.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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