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adequate protection. Objects can be thrown at high speed by
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the powerful air jet at any time and may rebound from hard
surfaces toward the operator.
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■ While operating the product, always wear substantial footwear
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and long trousers. Do not operate the product while barefoot or
wearing open sandals. Avoid wearing clothing with loose fitting
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or that has hanging cords or ties.
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■ Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery that can be drawn into
the air inlet. Secure long hair so that it is above shoulder level to
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prevent entanglement in moving parts.
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■ Before each use, ensure that all controls and safety devices
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function correctly. Do not use the product if the off switch does
not turn off the product.
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■ Operate the product in the recommended position and only on
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a firm and level surface.
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■ Do not operate the product on a paved or gravel surface where
ejected material could cause injury.
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■ Before each use, always inspect the housing for damage. Ensure
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that guards and handles are in place and properly secured.
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Replace worn or damaged components in sets to preserve
balance. Replace damaged or unreadable labels.
■ Never operate the product while people, especially children, or
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pets are nearby.
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■ Keep all cooling air inlets clear of debris.
■ Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing.
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■ Clear the work area before each use. Remove all objects, such
as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string that can be blown a
considerable distance by high velocity air.
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BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
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■ Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer.
A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may
create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
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■ Use the product only with specifically designated battery packs.
The use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury
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and fire
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■ When the battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other
metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or
other small metal objects that can make a connection from one
terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together
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may cause burns or a fire.
■ Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the
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battery pack; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush
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with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical
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help. Liquid ejected from the battery pack may cause irritation
or burns.
■ Do not use a battery pack or product that is damaged
or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit
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unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire, explosion, or risk of
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injury.
■ Do not expose a battery pack or product to fire or excessive
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temperatures. Exposure to fire or excessive temperature above
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130°C may cause explosion.
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■ Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery
pack or product outside the temperature range specified in the
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instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside
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the specified range may damage the battery pack and increase
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the risk of fire.
OPERATION
■ Operate the product only at reasonable hours—not early in the
morning or late at night when people might be disturbed.
■ Never operate the product in an explosive atmosphere.
■ Avoid using the product in bad weather conditions, especially
when there is a risk of lightning.
■ Keep bystanders, children, and pets 15 m away from the area of
operation. Stop the product if anyone enters the area.
■ Do not operate the product in poor lighting. The operator
requires a clear view of the work area to identify potential
hazards.
■ Operating similar tools nearby increases both the risk of hearing
injury and the potential for other persons to enter your working
area.
■ Always be sure of the footing on slopes. Walk, never run.
■ Keep proper footing and balance. Do not overreach.
Overreaching can result in loss of balance.
■ Never use the product with defective guards or shields, or
without safety devices in place.
■ Do not modify the product in any way or use parts and
accessories that are not recommended by the manufacturer.
WARNING! If the product is dropped, suffers heavy impact,
or begins to vibrate abnormally, immediately turn off the product
and inspect for damage or identify the cause of the vibration. Any
damage should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorised
service centre.
■ To reduce the risk of injury associated with contacting rotating
parts, always turn off the product and remove the battery pack.
Make sure that all moving parts have come to a complete stop:
– before leaving the product unattended
– before clearing blockages
– before checking, cleaning, or working on the product
– before inspecting the product after striking a foreign object
– whenever the product starts to vibrate abnormally (inspect
immediately)
■ Immediately turn off the product and remove the battery pack
in the event of accident or breakdown. Do not operate the
product again until it has been fully checked by an authorised
service centre.
BLOWER SAFETY WARNINGS
■ Wear a face filter mask in dusty conditions to reduce the risk of
injury associated with the inhalation of dust.
■ Slightly dampen surfaces in dusty conditions.
■ Do not operate the product near open windows.
■ Use the full blower nozzle extension so that the air stream can
work close to the ground and perform effectively.
■ Do not point the blower nozzle in the direction of people or pets.
■ Never place objects inside the blower tubes.
■ Do not place the product on top of or near loose debris. Debris
can be sucked into the intake vent, resulting in possible damage
to the product.
ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING! To reduce the risk of fire, personal injury, and
product damage due to a short circuit, never immerse the product,
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