Operation - Echo ECPLB-58V Original Instructions Manual

WARNING!
The product is not intended to be used by children or
persons with reduced physical, mental, or sensory
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge.
Children should be adequately supervised to ensure
they do not play with the product.
TRAINING
■ Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the
controls and the correct use of the product.
■ Never allow children, persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge, or people unfamiliar with these instructions
to use the product. Local regulations may restrict the
age of the operator.
■ Keep in mind, that the operator or user is responsible
for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or
their property.
■ Keep bystanders, children and pets 15 m away from
the area of operation. Stop the product if anyone enters
the area.
■ Never use the product when you are tired, ill or under
the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine.
PREPARATION
■ Some regions have regulations that restrict the use of
the product to some operations. Check with your local
authority for advice.
■ Wear hearing protection at all times while operating the
product. The product is extremely noisy and permanent
hearing injury may result if precautions to limit your
exposure, reduce noise, and wear hearing protection
are not strictly adhered to.
■ Wear full eye protection at all times while operating this
product. The manufacturer strongly suggests a full face
mask or fully enclosed goggles. Normal spectacles or
sun glasses are not adequate protection. Objects can
be thrown at high speed by the powerful air jet at any
time and may rebound from hard surfaces toward the
operator.
■ While operating the product, always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the product
when barefoot or wearing open sandals. Avoid wearing
clothing with loose fitting or that has hanging cords or
ties.
■ Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery that can be
drawn into the air inlet. Secure long hair so it is above
shoulder level to prevent entanglement in moving parts.
■ Before each use, ensure that all controls and safety
devices function correctly. Do not use the product if the
off switch does not stop the product.
■ Operate the product in a recommended position and
only on a firm and level surface.
■ Do not operate the product on a paved or gravel surface
where ejected material could cause injury.
■ Before each use, always inspect the housing for
damage. Ensure that guards and handles are in place
and properly secured. Replace worn or damaged
components in sets to preserve balance. Replace
damaged or unreadable labels.
■ Never operate the product while people, especially
children, or pets are nearby.
■ Keep all cooling air inlets clear of debris.
■ Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing.
■ Clear the work area before each use. Remove all
objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or
string which can be blown a considerable distance by
high velocity air.
BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
■ Recharge only with the charger specified by the
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of
battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with
another battery pack.
■ Use power tools only with specifically designated
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may
create a risk of injury and fire.
■ When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from
other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails,
screws or other small metal objects that can make a
connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the
battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
■ Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from
the battery pack; avoid contact. If contact accidentally
occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes,
additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the
battery pack may cause irritation or burns.
■ Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or
modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit
unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire, explosion, or
risk of injury.
■ Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or
excessive temperatures. Exposure to fire or excessive
temperature above 130°C may cause explosion.
■ Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the
battery pack or tool outside the temperature range
specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at
temperatures outside the specified range may damage
the battery pack and increase the risk of fire.

OPERATION

■ Operate the product only at reasonable hours – not
early in the morning or late at night when people might
be disturbed.
■ Never operate the product in an explosive atmosphere.
■ Avoid using the product in bad weather conditions
especially when there is a risk of lightning.
■ Do not operate in poor lighting. The operator requires a
clear view of the work area to identify potential hazards.
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