Safety Instructions - Shindaiwa EB8510 Owner's/Operator's Manual

Safety Instructions

Work Safely
Blowers operate at a very high speed and
can do serious damage or injury if they are
misused or abused. Never allow a person
without training or instruction to operate
your EB8510 Blower!
Stay Alert
You must be physically and mentally fit to
operate this unit safely.
WARNING!
Never make unauthorized modifica-
tions or attachment installations. Never
use attachments not approved by
Shindaiwa for use on this unit.
WARNING!
Never operate power equipment of
any kind if you are tired or if you are
under the influence of alcohol, drugs,
medication or any other substance that
could affect your ability or judgement.
WARNING!
Minimize the Risk of Fire
NEVER smoke or light fires
near the unit.
ALWAYS stop the engine and allow
it to cool before refueling. Avoid over-
filling and wipe off any fuel that may
have spilled.
ALWAYS inspect the unit for fuel
leaks before each use. During each
refill, check that no fuel leaks from
around the fuel cap and/or fuel tank. If
fuel leaks are evident, stop using the
unit immediately. Fuel leaks must be
repaired before using the unit.
ALWAYS move the unit to a place
well away from a fuel storage area
or other readily flammable materials
before starting the engine.
NEVER place flammable material
close to the engine muffler.
NEVER run the engine without the
spark arrester screen in place.
WARNING!
Use Good Judgment.
NEVER run the engine indoors!
Make sure there is always good ventila-
tion. Fumes from engine exhaust can
cause serious injury or death.
ALWAYS stop the unit immediately
if it suddenly begins to vibrate or
shake. Inspect for broken, missing or
improperly installed parts.
ALWAYS keep the unit as clean as
practical. Keep it free of loose
vegetation, mud, etc.
ALWAYS keep the handles clean.
ALWAYS disconnect the spark plug
wire before performing any main-
tenance work.
ALWAYS turn off the engine before
putting the unit down. When trans-
porting the unit in a vehicle, properly
secure it to prevent the unit from over
turning, fuel spillage and damage to
the unit.
NEVER insert any foreign objects into
the air intake or outlet opening of the
blower while in operation.
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