Safety Warnings - Makita UB401MP Original Instruction Manual

Intended use
This attachment is designed for only the purpose of
blowing dust in conjunction with an approved power
unit. Never use the attachment for other purposes.
Abusing the attachment may cause serious injury.
EC Declaration of Conformity
For European countries only
We as the manufacturers: Makita Europe N.V.,
Business address: Jan-Baptist Vinkstraat 2 3070
Kortenberg BELGIUM. Authorize Hiroshi Tsujimura
for the compilation of the technical file and declare
under our sole responsibility that the product(s);
Designation: Blower Attachment. Designation of
Type(s): UB401MP.
Fulfills all the relevant provisions of 2006/42/EC and
also fulfills all the relevant provisions of the following
EC/EU Directives: 2000/14/EC and are manufac-
tured in accordance with the following Harmonised
Standards: EN 15503:2009+A1:2013+A2:2015, EN
50636-2-100:2014.
Place and date of declaration: Kortenberg, Belgium.
29. 10. 2020
Responsible person: Hiroshi Tsujimura, Director -
Makita Europe N.V.
Declaration of Conformity (For UK)
For UK only
We as the manufacturers: Makita Europe N.V.,
Business address: Jan-Baptist Vinkstraat 2 3070
Kortenberg BELGIUM. Authorize Hiroshi Tsujimura
for the compilation of the technical file and declare
under our sole responsibility that the product(s);
Designation: Blower Attachment. Designation of
Type(s): UB401MP.
Fulfills all the relevant provisions of S.I. 2008/1597
(as amended) and also fulfills all the relevant
provisions of the following UK Regulations: S.I.
2001/1701 (as amended) and are manufactured
in accordance with the following Designated
Standards: EN 15503:2009+A1:2013+A2:2015, EN
50636-2-100:2014.
Place and date of declaration: Kortenberg, Belgium.
29. 10. 2020
Responsible person: Hiroshi Tsujimura, Director -
Makita Europe N.V.
Importer: Makita (UK) Limited, Michigan Drive,
Tongwell, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK15
8JD, UK

SAFETY WARNINGS

Blower Safety Instructions
WARNING:
instructions, illustrations and specifications pro-
vided with this machine as well as the instruction
manual of the power unit before using. Failure to
follow all instructions listed below may result in elec-
tric shock, fire, and/or serious injury to the operator
and/or bystanders.
Save all warnings and instruc-
tions for future reference.
The term "blower" and "machine" in the warnings and precautions
refer to the combination of the attachment and the power unit.
The term "motor" in the warnings and precautions refers
to the engine or electric motor of the power unit.
Training
1. Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with
the controls and the correct use of the blower.
2. Never allow children, persons with reduced phys-
ical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge or people unfamiliar
with these instructions to use the blower. Local
regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
3. Never operate the blower while people, espe-
cially children, or pets are nearby.
4. Keep in mind that the operator or user is
responsible for accidents or hazards occurring
to other people or their property.
Preparation
1. Always wear substantial footwear and long
trousers while operating the blower.
2. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery that
can be drawn into the air inlet. Keep long hair
away from the air inlets.
3. Always wear protective goggles to protect your eyes
from injury when using power tools.The goggles
must comply with ANSI Z87.1 in the USA, EN 166 in
Europe, or AS/NZS 1336 in Australia/New Zealand. In
Australia/New Zealand, it is legally required to wear
a face shield to protect your face, too.
It is an employer's responsibility to enforce
the use of appropriate safety protective equip-
ments by the tool operators and by other per-
sons in the immediate working area.
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Read all safety warnings,