Safety Warnings; Save All Warnings And Instruc- Tions For Future Reference - Makita BR400MP Original Instruction Manual

Declaration of Conformity (For UK)
For UK only
We as the manufacturers: Makita Europe N.V.,
Business address: Jan-Baptist Vinkstraat 2 3070
Kortenberg BELGIUM. Authorize Hiroshi Tsujimura
for the compilation of the technical file and declare
under our sole responsibility that the product(s);
Designation: Power Brush Attachment / Power
Sweep Attachment. Designation of Type(s): BR400MP
/ SW400MP.
Fulfills all the relevant provisions of S.I. 2008/1597
(as amended) and are manufactured in accor-
dance with the following Designated Standards:
EN 60335-1:2012+A11:2014+A13:2017, EN
60335-2-72:2012.
Place and date of declaration: Kortenberg, Belgium.
01. 07. 2020
Responsible person: Hiroshi Tsujimura, Director -
Makita Europe N.V.
Importer: Makita (UK) Limited, Michigan Drive,
Tongwell, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK15
8JD, UK

SAFETY WARNINGS

Power brush / power sweep safety
warnings
WARNING:
Read all safety warnings,
instructions, illustrations and specifications pro-
vided with this machine as well as the instruction
manual of the power unit before using. Failure
to follow all instructions listed below may result
in fire and/or serious injury to the operator and/or
bystanders.
Save all warnings and instruc-
tions for future reference.
The term "power brush / power sweep" and "machine"
in the warnings and precautions refer to the combina-
tion of the attachment and the power unit.
The term "motor" in the warnings and precautions refers
to the engine or electric motor of the power unit.
General safety
1. First-time or inexperienced operator should
ask the dealer for training in all operation of the
machine. Never allow children, persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabil-
ities or lack of experience and knowledge or
people unfamiliar with the instructions to use
the machine. Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the machine.
It is recommended only to lend the machine
2.
to people who have proven to be experienced.
Always hand over the instruction manual.
3. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and 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 med-
ication. A moment of inattention while operating
the machine may result in serious personal injury.
Avoid using the machine in bad weather
4.
conditions especially when there is a risk of
lightning.
Follow your national and local regulation for
5.
use of outdoor power machines.
6. Never attempt to modify the machine.
7. Keep in mind that the operator or user is
responsible for accidents or hazards occurring
to other people or their property.
Work area safety
WARNING:
sweep away from electric lines and communica-
tion cables. Touching or approaching high-voltage
lines with power brush / power sweep can result in
death or serious injury. Watch power lines and elec-
trical fences around the work area before starting
operation.
1. Operate the machine under good visibility and
daylight conditions only. Do not operate the
machine in darkness or fog.
2. Start and operate the engine only outdoors in
a well ventilated area. Operation in a confined or
poorly ventilated area can result in death due to
suffocation or carbon monoxide poisoning.
3. Before operation, examine the work area for
wire fences, stones, or other solid objects.
They can damage the brushes or sweep drums.
4. During operation, never stand on an unstable
or slippery surface or a steep slope. During
the cold season, beware of ice and snow and
always ensure secure footing.
5. Avoid working close to fences, stumps or root
of trees. They can damage the brushes or sweep
drums.
6. Avoid working close to buildings, cars and
other properties. Stones and debris hit by the
power brush / power sweep may damage them.
7. Cleaning the synthetic floor may generate
static electricity, and there is a risk of electric
shock or accidents.
Personal protective equipment
1. Always wear heavy, long pants, sturdy boots,
gloves, and a long-sleeve shirt. Do not wear
loose clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals,
or go barefoot. Secure hair so it is above
shoulder level.
Always wear protective goggles to protect
2.
your eyes from injury when using the machine.
The goggles must comply with ANSI Z87.1 in
the USA, EN 166 in Europe, or AS/NZS 1336
in Australia/New Zealand. In Australia/New
Zealand, it is legally required to wear a face
shield to protect your face, too.
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Keep the power brush / power