3. SAFETY RULES
State and Local Requirements
The engine is NOT equipped with a Spark Arrester
System complying with the requirements of SAE
Recommended Practice J335 and California Codes
4442 and 4443. All national forest land and land
managed by the states of California, Maine,
Washington, Idaho, Minnesota, New Jersey and
Oregon require internal combustion engines to
be equipped with a spark arrester screen by
law. Other states and federal agencies are
enacting similar regulations.
Operating this engine in a state or locale where
such regulations apply, could result in a violation
of the law.
Note: When using a blower for logging
purposes, refer to Code of Federal
Regulations, Parts 1910 and 1928.
WARNING: The ignition system of your
unit produces an electromagnetic
field of a very low intensity. This field may
interfere with some pacemakers. To reduce
the risk of serious or fatal injury, persons with
pacemaker should consult their physician
and the pacemaker manufacturer before
operating this tool.
WARNING: Muffler surfaces are very hot
during and after operation of the blower,
keep all body parts away from the muffler.
Serious burns may occur if contact is made
with the muffler.
WARNING: Exposure to vibrations
through prolonged use of gasoline
powered hand tools could cause blood
vessel or nerve damage in the fingers, hands,
and wrists of people prone to circulation
disorders or abnormal swellings. 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 wrists,
discontinue the use of this tool and seek
medical attention.
WARNING: The engine exhaust from this
product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Operate
your blower outdoors only in a well ventilated
area.
Basic Safety Precautions
• Read this manual carefully until you
completely understand and can follow all
safety rules, precautions, and operating
instructions before attempting to use the
unit.
• Restrict the use of your blower to adult users
who understand and can follow safety rules,
precautions, and operating instructions
found in this manual. Minors should never be
allowed to use a blower.
• Do not handle or operate a blower when you
are fatigued, ill, or upset, or if you have taken
alcohol, drugs, or medication. You must be in
good physical condition and mentally alert.
Blower work is strenuous. If you have any
condition that might be aggravated by
strenuous work, check with your doctor
before operating a blower. Be more cautious
before rest periods and towards the end of
your shift.
• Keep children, bystanders, and animals a
minimum of 35 feet (10 meters) away from
the work area. Do not allow other people or
animals to be near the blower when starting
or operating the blower.
• While working with the blower, always use
safety protective approved clothing. The use
of protective clothing does not eliminate
injury risks, but reduces the injury effects in
case of accident. Consult your trusted
supplier to choose equipment in compliance
with legislation. The clothing must be proper
and not an obstacle.Wear adherent protective
clothing. Protective jackets and dungarees
are ideal. Do not wear clothes, scarves, ties
or bracelets that get stuck in wood or twigs.
Tie up and protect long hair (example with
foulards, cap, helmets, etc.). Wear safety
boots having skid-proof sole and anti-
piercing insert. Wear protective goggles or
face screens. Use protections against
noises: for example noise reduction ear
guards or earplugs. The use of protections
for the ear is very important, because the
perception of danger audio signals
(screaming, alarms, etc.) is limited. Always
