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FOR SAFE OPERATION FOR SAFE OPERATION
• Exhausts fitted with catalytic converters get very hot during use
and remain so for some time after stopping. This also applies at idle
speed. Contact can result in burns to the skin. Remember the risk of
fire!
• To avoid static electricity shock, do not wear rubber gloves or any
other insulated gloves while operating unit.
• Do not set unit on any surface except a clean, hard area while
engine is running. Debris such as gravel, sand, dust, grass, etc.
could be picked up by the air intake and thrown out through
discharge opening, damaging unit, property, or causing serious
injury to bystanders or operator.
• Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use in unventilated areas
or where explosive vapours or carbon monoxide build-up could be
present.
• Do not overreach or use from unstable surfaces such as ladders,
trees, steep slopes, rooftops, etc. Keep firm footing and balance at
all times.
• Never place objects inside the blower tubes; always direct the
blowing debris away from people, animals, glass, and solid objects
such as trees, automobiles, walls, etc. The force of air can cause
rocks, dirt, or sticks to be thrown or to ricochet which can hurt
people or animals, break glass, or cause other damage.
• Never run unit without the proper equipment attached. When using
your unit as a blower, always install blower tubes. When using your
unit as a vacuum, always install vacuum tubes and vacuum bag
assembly. Make sure vacuum bag assembly is completely zipped.
• Check air intake opening, blower tubes, vacuum tubes, and elbow
tube frequently, always with engine stopped and spark plug
disconnected. Keep vents and discharge tubes free of debris which
can accumulate and restrict proper air flow.
• Never place any object in the air intake opening as this could
restrict proper air flow and cause damage to the unit.
• Never use for spreading chemicals, fertilizers, or other substances
which may contain toxic materials.
• To avoid spreading fire, do not use near leaf or brush fires, fireplaces,
barbecue pits, ashtrays, etc.
• Use only for jobs explained in this manual.
MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY
• Have all maintenance other than the recommended procedures
described in the instruction manual performed by an authorized
service dealer.
• Disconnect spark plug before performing maintenance except for
carburettor adjustments.
• Use oFSd ParkerBrand replacement parts; use of any other parts
may void your warranty and cause damage to your unit. Empty fuel
tank before storing the unit. Use up fuel left in
carburettor by starting engine and letting it run until it stops.
• Do not use any accessory or attachment other than those
recommended by manufacturer for use with your unit.
• Do not store the unit or fuel in a closed area where fuel vapours can
reach sparks or an open flame from hot water heaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
• Store in a dry area out of reach of children. Secure the machine
during transport.
SAFETY NOTICE
Exposure to vibrations through prolonged use of petrol powered
hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve damage in the fingers,
hands, and joints of people prone to circulation disorders or
abnormal swelling. Prolonged use in cold weather has been linked
to blood vessel damage in other-wise healthy people. If symptoms
occur such as numbness, pain, loss of strength, change in skin
colour or texture, or loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints,
discontinue the use of this tool and seek medical attention. An
anti-vibration system does not guarantee the avoidance of these
problems. Users who operate power tools on a continual and
regular basis must monitor closely their physical condition and the
condition of this tool.
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