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12. Never block suction inlet and/or blower outlet.
• Be careful not to block suction inlet or
blower outlet with dust or dirt when oper-
ating in dusty area.
• Do not use nozzles other than the nozzles
provided by Makita.
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rubber boat or the similar.
13. Do not operate the blower near open window,
etc.
14. Operating the blower only at reasonable hours
is recommended - not early in the morning or
late at night when people might be disturbed.
15. Using rakes and brooms to loosen debris
before blowing is recommended.
16. Before blowing, slightly dampen surfaces in
dusty conditions or use water mist sprayer if
necessary.
17. Adjust the length of the blower nozzle so that
the air stream can work close to the ground.
18. If the blower strikes any foreign objects or
should start making any unusual noise or
to stop it. Remove the battery cartridge or the
spark plug cap, and inspect the blower for
damage before restarting and operating the
blower. If the blower is damaged, ask Makita
Authorized Service Centers for repair.
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suction inlet or blower outlet.
20. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
battery cartridge, picking up or carrying the
on the switch or energizing the blower that has
the switch on invites accidents.
21. Never blow dangerous materials, such as
nails, fragments of glass, or blades.
22.
materials.
23. Avoid operating the blower for a long time in
low temperature environment.
24. Before assembling or adjusting the machine,
plug cap or the battery cartridge.
25. Wear the personal protective equipments
before starting the motor.
26. Before starting the motor, inspect the machine
for damages, loose screws/nuts or improper
assembly. Check all control levers and
switches for easy action. Clean and dry the
handles.
27. Never attempt to start the motor if the machine
is damaged or not fully assembled.
28. Adjust the shoulder harness and hand grip to
suit the operator's body size.
29. With the engine running only at idle, attach the
shoulder harness.
30. During operation, use the shoulder harness.
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31. Hold the front handle with the left hand and the
rear grip with the right hand, no matter you are
and thumbs around the handles.
32. Never attempt to operate the machine with one
hand. Loss of control may result in an injury.
33. If the machine gets heavy impact or fall, check
the condition before continuing work. Check
the fuel system for fuel leakage and the con-
trols and safety devices for malfunction. If
there is any damage or doubt, ask our autho-
rized service center for the inspection and
repair.
34. Follow the instruction manual of the power
unit for proper use of the control lever and
switch.
35. During or after operation, do not put the
hot machine onto dry grass or combustible
materials.
36. Refer to the instruction manual of the power
unit for how to start and control the machine.
Refueling
1. Stop the engine before refueling. Keep away
during refueling.Otherwisereand/orexplosion
may result.
2. Refuel outdoors. Refueling in a closed room can
cause explosion of fuel vapor.
3. Avoid contact with fuel or engine oil. Do not
of the machine and/or ground immediately. If
fuel spills on your clothes, change it immedi-
4. After refueling, carefully tighten the fuel tank
cap and check for fuel leak. Move at least 3 m
(10 feet) away from the fueling source and site
before starting engine.
5. Only transport and store fuel in approved con-
tainers. Keep children away from the stored
fuel.
Transportation
1. Stop the motor during transportation.
Otherwise unintentional start-up may cause injury.
2. Ensure safe position of the machine during car
transportation to avoid fuel leakage.
3. Lift the entire machine from the ground when
carrying the machine. Dragging the machine
causes fuel tank damage and fuel leakage, result-
inginre.
4. When transporting the equipment, carry it in a
horizontal position by holding the shaft. Keep
Vibration
1. Exposing to excessive vibration injures blood
vessels or nervous system of the operator and
hands or wrists: “Falling asleep” (numbness),
tingling, pain, stabbing sensation, alteration of
skin color or of the skin. If any of these symp-
toms occur, see a physician.
keep your hands warm during operation and
well maintain the machine and accessories.