Makita UB400MP Original Instruction Manual page 4

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and
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use common sense when operating the
machine. Do not use the machine while
you are tired, ill, or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment
of inattention while operating the machine
may result in serious personal injury.
Start and operate the engine only out-
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doors in a well ventilated area. Operation
in a confined or poorly ventilated area can
result in death due to suffocation or carbon
monoxide poisoning.
9. Wear ear protection, such as ear muffs.
Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss.
10. Use of gloves when working with the
blower is recommended. Wear sturdy
shoes with non-slip soles.
Operation
1. Clear the area of children, bystanders,
and pets. At a minimum, keep all chil-
dren, bystanders, and pets outside a 15
m (50 ft) radius; outside the 15 m (50 ft)
zone, there is still a risk of injury from
thrown objects. Bystanders should be
encouraged to wear eye protection. If
you are approached, stop the engine or
machine.
15 m
(50 ft)
2. Switch off the blower and remove the
battery cartridge or the spark plug cap,
and make sure that all moving parts have
come to a complete stop
• whenever you leave the blower.
• before clearing blockages.
• before checking, cleaning or work-
ing on the blower.
if the blower starts to vibrate
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abnormally.
3. Operate the blower only in daylight or in
good artificial light.
Do not overreach and keep proper balance
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and footing at all times. Keep all parts of
your body away from hot surfaces.
5. Never blow debris in the direction of
bystanders.
Operate the blower in a recommended
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position and on a firm surface.
7. Never point the nozzle at anyone in the
vicinity when using the blower.
8. Never block suction inlet and/or blower outlet.
• Be careful not to block suction inlet
or blower outlet with dust or dirt
when operating in dusty area.
• Do not use nozzles other than the
nozzles provided by Makita.
Do not use the blower to inflate
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balls, rubber boat or the similar.
9. Do not operate the blower near open
window, etc.
10. Operating the blower only at reasonable
hours is recommended - not early in the
morning or late at night when people
might be disturbed. Comply with times
listed in local ordinances.
11. Using rakes and brooms to loosen
debris before blowing is recommended.
12. If the blower strikes any foreign objects
or should start making any unusual noise
or vibration, immediately switch off the
blower to stop it. Remove the battery
cartridge or the spark plug cap from the
blower, and inspect the blower for damage
before restarting and operating the blower.
If the blower is damaged, ask Makita
Authorized Service Centers for repair.
13. Do not insert fingers or other objects
into suction inlet or blower outlet.
14. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure
the switch is in the off-position before
inserting battery cartridge, picking up or
carrying the blower. Carrying the blower
with your finger on the switch or ener-
gizing the blower that has the switch on
invites accidents.
15. Never blow dangerous materials, such
as nails, fragments of glass, or blades.
16. Do not operate the blower near flamma-
ble materials.
17. Avoid operating the blower for a long
time in low temperature environment.
18. Before assembling or adjusting the
machine, switch off the motor and remove
the spark plug cap or the battery cartridge.
19. Wear the personal protective equip-
ments before starting the motor.
20. Before starting the motor, inspect the
machine for damages, loose screws/
nuts or improper assembly. Check for
fuel leaks. Check all control levers and
switches for easy action. Clean and dry
the handles.
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