Operation Manual

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ENGLISH
GB
• The safety equipment must necessarily be che-
cked before using the appliance. Make sure the
parts slightly aected at rst sight are working
properly.
• Check whether all movable parts are working
perfectly. Pay particular attention to any dama-
ge and xing parts. All parts must be installed
pr
operly and meet all conditions for perfect
working.
• Unless otherwise provided in these Opera-
ting Instructions, damaged parts and safety
equipmen
t must be repaired or replaced by an
authorised service centre.
• Have any defective switches replaced in an
authorised service centre.
• The appliance complies with all relevant safety
regulations. Repairs may only be executed by
qualied electricians in an authorised service
centre, using original spare parts. Failure to do
so may result in injury.
AVOID EXPOSURE TO NOISE
• Applicable local regulations regarding the noise
level of leaf vacuuming appliances must be
complied with and followed.
• Do not operate the appliance in the day time
when other people would be disturbed by
unexpected noise (e.g. early in the morning or
late at night). Times given in local regulations
must be complied with.
• To keep the sound pressure level as low as pos
-
sible, the number of simultaneously working
applianc
es must be limited.
• Do not add more gas than it is necessary for the
respective work.
• Before use, check the appliance, especially the
exhaust muer, air suction and the air lter.
Emergency procedure
Conduct a rst-aid procedure adequate to the injury
and summon qualied medical attendance as quickly
as possible. Protect the injured person from further
harm and calm them down. For the sake of eventual
accident, inaccordance with DIN13164, a workplace
has to be ttedwith a rst-aid kit. It isessential to
replace any usedmaterial in the rst-aid kitimmedia-
tely after it has been used. If you seek help,state the
following pieces ofinformation::
1. Accident site
2. Accident type
3. Number of injured persons
4. Injury type(s)
• Do not let children and frail persons get near
the appliance when in use.
• Check the appliance for damage. Do not use an
appliance that is defective or damaged.
• Have the appliance repaired only in an authori-
sed service centre.
•
Do not try to execute any repair yourselves.
Repairs and replacement of parts may only be
performed by an authorised service centre.
• Be careful of the tripping hazard near the leaf
vacuum.
• The person working with the appliance should
not be distracted.
• The protective equipment of the appliance
must not be demounted or otherwise put out
of operation in any case.
• Damaged or defective protective equipment
must be immediately replaced.
• When working with the leaf vacuum, do not let
yourself be disturbed, act wisely before paying
attention to a new situation.
• At regular intervals, check whether all screws,
nuts and other fasteners are tight rmly.
• Never place tools or materials above the appli
-
ance so that they cannot fall on the appliance.
•
Do not overload the appliance, otherwise it will
run more slowly and overheat.
• Do not try to take out the leaf bag when the ap
-
pliance is running. This can only be performed
when the applianc
e is o.
• The appliance must rst be turned o and
the spark plug removed before removing any
defect.
• Adjusting, measurement, cleaning, etc. may
only be performed when the machine is o and
the spark plug removed.
• Do not leave the place of your work unattended
if the engine is not turned o.
• If servicing or a repair of the safety and protec
-
tive equipment is to be performed, such equip-
ment must be retted properly after servicing
or a r
epair is nished.
• It is essential to know the accident prevention
regulations applicable in the place of use of the
appliance and all other, generally recognised
safety regulations.
• Ensure solid footing and keep balance during
your work.
• Check the appliance for any sign of wear.