Use and Care Manual
18. To reduce sound levels, limit the number of pieces of equip-
ment used at any one time.
19. After using blowers and other equipment, CLEAN UP!
Dispose of debris in trash receptacles.
20. Do not accelerate the engine more than necessary. Blown
object may result in personal injury.
21. The exhaust mufer becomes hot during the operation. Do
not touch hot exhaust mufer, skin burn may result.
22. Do not operate the machine in explosive atmospheres, such
as in the presence of ammable liquids, gases or dust. The
machine creates sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
Maintenance instructions
1. Be kind to the environment. Operate the blower with as little
noise and pollution as possible. In particular, check the cor-
rect adjustment of the carburetor.
2. Clean the blower at regular intervals and check that all
screws and nuts are securely tightened.
3. Never service or store the blower in the vicinity of open
ames, sparks, etc.
4. Always store the blower in a well-ventilated locked room
and with the fuel tank emptied.
5. The performance of maintenance or repair work by the user
is limited to those activities as described in this instruction
manual. All other work is to be done by Authorized Service
Agents.
6. Use only genuine spare parts and accessories supplied by
Makita. Use of non-approved accessories and tools may
result in accidents and injuries. Makita will not accept any
liability for accidents or damage caused by the use of any
non-approved attachment or accessories.
7. Incorrect repair and poor maintenance can shorten the life
of the equipment and increase the risk of accidents.
First aid
1. In case of accident make sure that a well-stocked rst-aid kit is
available in the vicinity of the operations. Immediately replace
any item taken from the rst aid kit.
2. When asking for help, give the following information:
— Place of the accident
— What happened
— Number of injured persons
— Nature of the injury
— Your name
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