Fuel Safety - Husqvarna GBV 345 Operator's Manual

PLAN AHEAD
WARNING:
This machine produces
an electromagnetic field during operation. Under
some circumstances, this field may interfere
with active or passive medical implants. To re-
duce the risk of serious or fatal injury, we recom-
mend persons with medical implants to consult
their physician and the medical implant
manufacturer before operating this machine.
Always wear eye and ear protection when
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operating, servicing,
maintenance on unit. Wearing eye protection
will help to prevent rocks or debris from being
blown or ricocheting into eyes and face which
can result in blindness and/or serious injury.
Eye protection should be marked Z87.
Always wear foot protection.
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barefoot or wear sandals.
Always wear respirator or face mask when
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working with unit in dusty environments.
Secure hair above shoulder length. Secure or
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remove jewelry, loose clothing, or clothing
with loosely hanging straps, ties, tassels, etc.
They can be caught in moving parts.
Do not operate unit when you are tired, ill,
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upset, or if you are under the influence of
alcohol, drugs, or medication.
Keep children, bystanders, and animals away
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from work area a minimum of 15 meters when
starting or operating unit. Do not point blower
nozzle in the direction of people or pets.

FUEL SAFETY

Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame
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(including smoking, open flames, or work that
can cause sparks) in the areas where fuel is
mixed, poured, or stored.
Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area; store
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fuel in a cool, dry, well ventilated place; use an
approved, marked container for all fuel
purposes.
Do not smoke while handling fuel or while
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operating the unit.
Make sure the unit is properly assembled and
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in good operating condition.
Do not fill fuel tank while engine is hot or
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running.
Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up fuel spills
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before starting engine.
Move at least 3 meters away from fuel and
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fueling site before starting engine.
Always store petrol in a container approved
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for flammable liquids.
OPERATE YOUR UNIT SAFELY
WARNING:
Stop the engine before
opening the vacuum inlet door. The engine
must be stopped and the impeller blades no
longer turning to avoid serious injury from the
rotating blades.
WARNING:
blowing debris, hold the unit with the muffler
side facing away from your body and clothes.
This garden blower/vacuum is only designed
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for blowing away or removal of leaves and
other debris on the ground.
or performing
Do not go
While vacuuming or
Inspect unit before each use for worn, loose,
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missing, or damaged parts. Do not use until
unit is in proper working order.
Keep outside surfaces free of oil and fuel.
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Never start or run engine inside a closed
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room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes
can kill.
Mufflers fitted with catalytic converters get
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very hot during use and remain so for some
time after stopping. This also applies at idle
speed. Contact can result in burns to the skin.
Remember the risk of fire!
To avoid static electricity shock, do not wear
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rubber gloves or any other insulated gloves
while operating unit.
Do not set unit on any surface except a
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clean, hard area while engine is running.
Debris such as gravel, sand, dust, grass,
etc. could be picked up by the air intake and
thrown out through discharge opening,
damaging unit, property, or causing serious
injury to bystanders or operator.
Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use in
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unventilated areas or where explosive vapors
or carbon monoxide build up could be
present.
Do not overreach or use from unstable
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surfaces such as ladders, trees, steep
slopes, rooftops, etc. Keep firm footing and
balance at all times.
Never place objects inside the blower tubes;
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always direct the blowing debris away from
people, animals, glass, and solid objects such
as trees, automobiles, walls, etc. The force of
air can cause rocks, dirt, or sticks to be
thrown or to ricochet which can hurt people or
animals, break glass, or cause other damage.
Never run unit without the proper equipment
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attached. When using your unit as a blower,
always install blower tubes. When using your
unit as a vacuum, always install vacuum
tubes and vacuum bag assembly. Make sure
vacuum bag assembly is completely zipped.
Check air intake opening, blower tubes,
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vacuum tubes, and elbow tube frequently,
always with engine stopped and spark plug
disconnected. Keep vents and discharge
tubes free of debris which can accumulate
and restrict proper air flow.
Never place any object in the air intake
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opening as this could restrict proper air flow
and cause damage to the unit.
Never use for spreading chemicals, fertilizers,
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or other substances which may contain toxic
materials.
To avoid spreading fire, do not use near leaf or
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brush fires,
ashtrays, etc.
Use only for jobs explained in this manual.
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MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY
Have all maintenance other than the
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recommended procedures described in the
instruction manual
authorized service dealer.
Disconnect spark plug before performing
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maintenance
adjustments.
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