Makita RBL500 Instruction Manual page 4

Start the Blower only in accordance with the instructions.
Do not use any other methods for starting the engine (6) !
Use the blower and the tools supplied only for applications
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specified.
Start the blower engine only after the entire blower has been
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assembled. Operation of the blower is permitted only after
all the appropriate accessories are attached.
To reduce the risk of injuries associated with contacting rotating
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parts, stop the engine before installing or removing attachments.
Do not operate without guard(s) in place.
The engine is to be stopped immediately if there are any engine
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problems.
When working with the blower, always wrap your fingers tightly
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around the handle, keeping the control handle cradled between
your thumb and forefinger. Keep your hand in this position to
have your machine under control at all times. Make sure your
control handle is in good conditions and free of moisture, pitch,
oil or grease.
Always ensure a safe, well-balanced footing.
Operate the blower in such a manner as to avoid inhalation of the
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exhaust gases. Never run the engine in enclosed rooms (risk of
suffocation and gas poisoning). Carbon monoxide is an odorless
gas. Always ensure there is adequate ventilation.
Stop the engine when resting and when leaving the blower,
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unattended. Place it in a safe location prevent danger to others,
setting fire to combustible materials, or damage to the machine.
Never lay down the hot blower onto dry grass or onto any
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combustible materials.
All protective parts and guards supplied with the machine must
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be used during operation.
Never operate the engine with a faulty exhaust muffler.
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Stop the engine during transport (7).
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Put the blower in upright position and fix it during car or truck
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transportation to avoid damage.
When transporting the blower, ensure that the fuel tank is
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completely empty.
Do not sit at this machine and throw it.
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REFUELLING
To reduce the risk of fire and burn injury;handle fuel with care. It
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is highly flammable.
Stop the engine during refuelling (7), keep well away from open
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flame (8) and do not smoke.
Avoid skin contact with petroleum products. Do not inhale fuel
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vapor. Always wear protective gloves during refuelling. Change
and clean protective clothing at regular intervals.
Take care not to spill either fuel or oil. Always wipe unit dry
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before starting engine. Allow wet cloths to dry before disposing in
properly, covered container to prevent spontaneous combustion.
Avoid any fuel contact with your clothing. Change your clothing
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immediately if fuel has been spilled on it (danger hazard).
Inspect the fuel cap at regular Intervals making sure that it stays
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securely fastened.
Carefully tighten the locking screw of the fuel tank. Move at least
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10ft (3 meters) away from the refuelling point before starting
engine. (9)
Never refuels in closed rooms. Fuel vapors accumulate at ground
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level (risk of explosions)
Only transport and store fuel in approved containers. Make sure
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stored fuel is not accessible to children.
Do not attempt to refuel a hot or a running engine.
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When mixing gasoline with two-stroke engine oil, use gasoline
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which contains no ethanol or methanol (types of alcohol). This
will help to prevent damage to fuel lines and other engine parts.
Make sure the unit is properly assembled and in good operating
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condition.
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Resting
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Transporting
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Refuelling
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Maintenance
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Tool Replacement
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3 meter
(10 feet)