Instruction Manual

► Do not insert objects into the openings in
the blower.
► Replace worn or damaged labels.
► If you have any doubts, be sure to consult a
STIHL dealer.
4.7 Operation
WARNING
■ The user cannot concentrate on the work in
certain situations. The user may stumble, fall
and be seriously injured.
►
Work calmly and carefully.
► If light and visibility are poor: Do not work
with the blower.
► Operate the blower alone.
► Do not work above shoulder height.
► Watch out for obstacles.
► Stand on the ground while working and
keep a good balance. If it is necessary to
work at heights: Use a lift bucket or a safe
platform.
►
If you begin to feel tired: Take a break.
► Blow sweep with the wind.
■ Objects can be thrown through the air at high
speed during operation. Bystanders and ani‐
mals may be injured and damage to property
may occur.
►
Do not direct the air blast towards bystand‐
ers, animals or objects.
■ If the behavior of the blower changes during
operation or feels unusual, it may no longer be
in a safe condition. This can result in serious
injuries and damage to property.
►
Stop work, remove the battery and contact
your STIHL servicing dealer for assistance.
■ Blower vibrations may occur during operation.
► Take regular breaks.
► If signs of circulation problems occur: Seek
medical advice.
■ The dust whipped up may cause the blower to
be electrostatically charged. In certain condi‐
tions (e.g. dry environment) the blower may
discharge suddenly and emit sparks. Sparks
may cause a fire or an explosion in an easily
combustible or explosive environment. This
can result in serious or fatal injuries and dam‐
age to property.
► Do not work in an easily combustible or
explosive environment.
4.8 Transporting
WARNING
■
The blower can turn over or move while being
transported. This may result in personal inju‐
ries and damage to property.
►
Push the retaining latch into position .
► Pull the connecting cable plug out of
the socket.
► Secure the blower with lashing straps or a
net to prevent it turning over and moving.
4.9 Storing
WARNING
■ Children are not aware of and cannot assess
the dangers of a blower and can be seriously
injured.
►
Push the retaining latch into position .
► Pull the connecting cable plug out of
the socket.
► Store the blower out of the reach of chil‐
dren.
■ Dampness can corrode the electrical contacts
on the blower and metal components. The
blower may be damaged.
►
Push the retaining latch into position .
► Pull the connecting cable plug out of
the socket.
► Store the blower in a clean and dry condi‐
tion.
4.10 Cleaning, Maintenance and
Repair
WARNING
■
The blower may start unintentionally if the con‐
necting cable plug remains inserted during
cleaning, maintenance or repair operations.
This may result in serious injury to people and
damage to property.
►
Move the retaining latch to the position.
► Pull the connecting cable plug out of
the socket.
■ Harsh detergents, cleaning with a water jet or
sharp objects can damage the blower. If the
blower is not cleaned as described in this
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