Manual

Thepurposeof safetysymbolsisto attractyour
attentionto possibledangers.Thesafetysymbols,and
theirexplanations,deserveyourcarefulattentionand
understanding.Thesafetywarningsdonotby
themselveseliminateanydanger.Theinstructionsor
warningstheygivearenotsubstitutesforproper
accidentpreventionmeasures.
SYMBOL MEANING
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates danger,
warning, or caution. Attention is required in order
to avoid serious personal injury. May be used in
conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital t0
the operation or maintenance of the equipment.
_ ANGER: Failure to obey a safety warning wil !
result in serious injury to yourself or to others.
Always follow the safety precautions to reduce
the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury.
WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning can
result in injury to yourself and others. Always
follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk
of fire, electric shock, and personal injury.
CAUTION: Failure tO obey a safety warning
may result in property damage or personal
injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the
safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, and personal injury.
• IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION •
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE OPERATING
• Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the
controls and aroper use of the unit.
• Do not operate this unit when tired ill. or under the
influence of alcohol drugs, or medication.
• Children and teens under the age of 15 must not use
the unit, except for teens guided by an adult.
• All guards and safety attachments must be installed
properly before operabng the unit.
• Inspect the unit before use. Replace damaged parts.
Check for fuel leaks. Make sure all fasteners are in
place and secure. Replace parts that are cracked,
chipped, or damaged Lnany way. Do not operate the
unit wLth loose or damaged parts.
• Carefully inspect the area before starting the unit.
Remove all debris and hard or sharp obJeCts such
as glass, wire, etc.
• Clear the area of children bystanders, and pets. At a
m_nemum, keep all children, bystanders and pets
outside a 50 feet (15 m.) "adius: there still may be a
risk to bystanders from thrown objects. Bystanders
should be encouraged to wear eye protection. If you
are approached, stop the unit immediately.
SAFETY WARNINGS FOR GAS UNITS
A WARNING: Gasoline is highly flammable, and
its vapors can explode if ignited. Take the
fo ow ng precaut ons:
• Store fuel only Lncontainers specifically designed and
approved for the storage of such materials.
• Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilled fuel. Do
not start the engine until fuel vapors dissipate.
• Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before
filling the fuel tank. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank,
or add fuel, when the engine is hot. Never operate the
unit without the fuel cap securely in place. Loosen the
fuel tank cap slowly to relieve any pressure in the tank.
• Mix and add fuel in a clean, well-ventilated area
outdoors where there are no sparks or flames. Slowly
remove the fuel cap only after stopping engine. Do not
smoke while fueling or mixing fuel. Wipe up any spilled
fuel from the unit immediately.
• Move the unit at least 30 feet (9.1 m) from the fueling
source and site before starting the engine. Do not
smoke and keep sparks and open flames from the
area while adding fuel or operating the unit.
WHILE OPERATING
• Never start or run the unit inside a closed room or
building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill. Operate
this unit only in a well ventilated area outdoors.
• To reduce the risk of injury associated with thrown
objects, wear safety glasses or goggles that are
marked as meeting ANSI Z87.1-1989 standards,
• Never run the unit without the the proper equipment
attached. When using this unit, always install the
blower/vacuum tube, vacuum bag and make sure
the vacuum bag is completely zipped closed.
• To reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with
sound level(s), always wear ear/hearing protection
when operating this unit.
• Wear heavy, long pants, boots and gloves. Do not
wear, short pants, sandals or go barefoot.
• To reduce the risk of injury associated with objects
being drawn into rotating parts, do not wear loose
clothing, jewelry, scarves, and the like. Secure hair
above shoulder level.
• Wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty.
Long sleeve shirts are recommended.
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