Safety Information - EINHELL BG-EL 2300/1 Original Operating Instructions

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Danger!
When using equipment, a few safety precautions
must be observed to avoid injuries and damage.
Please read the complete operating manual with due
care. Keep this manual in a safe place, so that the
information is available at all times. If you give the
equipment to any other person, give them these
operating instructions as well.
We accept no liability for damage or accidents which
arise due to non-observance of these instructions
and the safety information.

1. Safety information

General instructions
Read the complete operating manual with due
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care. Acquaint yourself with the controls and
how to use the tool.
This appliance is not intended for use by
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persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack
of experience and knowledge, unless they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety. Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Never allow children to use the tool.
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Never allow other persons who are not familiar
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with the operating instructions to use the tool.
Contact your local government offices for
information regarding minimum age
requirements for operating the tool.
Never use the tool when there are people –
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particularly children – or pets nearby.
The user is responsible for any accidents or
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hazards suffered by third parties or their
property.
Preparation
Always wear sturdy footwear and long trousers
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when using the tool.
Never wear loose fitting clothes or jewelry. They
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may get drawn into the suction opening. Rubber
gloves and non-slip shoes are recommended
when working outdoors. Wear a hair net if you
have long hair.
Wear safety goggles while you work.
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Use a dust mask when working on dusty jobs
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Always check the tool, the power cable and the
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extension cable before using the tool. Only
operate the tool when it is in good working order
and is not damaged in any way. Damaged parts
have to be replaced immediately by a qualified
electrician.
Never use the tool if any of its safety devices or
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guards are damaged or if any safety
attachments such as deflectors and/or grass
catching devices are missing.
When working outdoors, use only extension
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cables which are approved for outdoor use.
Extension cables must have a minimum cross-
section of 1.5 mm 2 . The plug connections must
be splash-proof.
Operation
Always trail the power cable behind the tool.
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If the power cable or extension cable is
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damaged, pull the plug out of the socket.
NEVER TOUCH THE CABLE BEFORE THE
PLUG HAS BEEN PULLED OUT OF THE
SOCKET.
Do not carry the tool by its power cable.
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Always pull out the power plug:
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- when the tool is not being used, when it is
being transported or when you leave it un-
supervised.
- when you are checking the tool, cleaning it or
removing blockages.
- when you want to carry out cleaning or
maintenance work on the tool or replace
accessories.
- after the tool impacts with foreign bodies or
you notice unusual vibrations.
Use the tool only in broad daylight or in well-lit
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conditions.
Do not underestimate the forces involved. Make
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sure you stand squarely and keep your balance
at all times.
If possible, avoid using the tool on wet grass.
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Ensure that you maintain a steady foothold
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particularly while working on slopes.
Always walk. Never run.
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Always keep the ventilation opening clean.
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Never direct the vacuum/blow hole at persons
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or animals.
The machine may only be used at reasonable
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times of the day, i.e. not in the early morning or
late evening when it will be a nuisance to other
people. Permitted times of use specified by local
authorities must be observed.
The machine must be run at the lowest possible
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motor speed required to carry out the work.
Remove all foreign objects with a rake and
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brush before starting any blowing work.
Where conditions are dusty, dampen the
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surface a little or use a sprinkler attachment.
Use the full-length blower nozzle extension so
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that the air current can work near to the ground.
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