During Operation; Using The Blower; After Finishing Work; Preparing For Transportation Or Storage - Stihl BGA 86 Instruction Manual

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► Press down on the Ergo-Lever. Make sure it moves freely
and springs back into place when released.
► Unlock the retaining latch by pushing it forward and
depressing the Ergo-Lever. When you release the
retaining latch, it should remain unlocked as long as you
hold the Ergo-Lever.
► Insert the battery.
► Hold the blower firmly with one hand on the control
handle. While pushing the retaining latch forward,
squeeze the trigger switch with your index finger.
The blower should switch on. If it does not, take the blower
to an authorized STIHL servicing dealer to be repaired
before use.
► Release the trigger switch.
The blower should switch off.
If the blower does not switch off after you release the
trigger switch, remove the battery and take the blower to
an authorized STIHL servicing dealer to be repaired
before use.

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17.1 Using the Blower

WARNING
Always wear proper clothing and protective apparel,
including proper eye protection, @ 5.4. Never direct the air
flow toward bystanders. Keep bystanders at least 17 ft.
(5 m) away from the work area, @ 5.6.4. Work carefully and
maintain proper control of the blower.
The blower is designed for single-handed operation with
either the right or left hand.
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► Hold the unit firmly with your hand, keeping the handle
cradled between your thumb and fingers.
► Direct the air flow at the edges of the pile of material to be
blown.
NOTICE
Never direct the air flow toward objects such as vehicles or
windows.
Observe all applicable laws, regulations, standards and
ordinances.

18 After Finishing Work

18.1 Preparing for Transportation or Storage

WARNING
To reduce the risk of personal injury from unintended
activation or unauthorized use, switch off the motor and
remove the battery before transporting the blower or putting
it down.
To prepare the blower for transportation or storage:
► Switch off the blower, @ 15.2.
► Remove the battery, @ 14.2.
► If the battery or blower became wet during operation,
allow them to dry separately and completely before
charging or storing.
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