the air inlet. Secure long hair so that it is above shoulder level to
prevent entanglement in moving parts.
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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.
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Operate the product in a recommended position and only on a
firm and level surface.
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Do not operate the product on a paved or gravel surface where
ejected material could cause injury.
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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.
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Never operate the product while people, especially children, or
pets are nearby.
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Keep all cooling air inlets clear of debris.
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Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing.
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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
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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.
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Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs.
Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and
fire
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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.
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Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the
battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with
water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.
Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
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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.
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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.
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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 and increase the
risk of fire.
OPERATION
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Operate the product only at reasonable hours – not early in the
morning or late at night when people might be disturbed.
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Never operate the product in an explosive atmosphere.
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Avoid using the product in bad weather conditions especially
when there is a risk of lightning.
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Do not operate the product in poor lighting. The operator
requires a clear view of the work area to identify potential
hazards.
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The use of hearing protection reduces the ability to hear
warnings (shouts or alarms). The operator must pay extra
attention to what is going on in the working area.
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Do not get distracted and always concentrate on the task.
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Operating similar tools nearby increases both the risk of hearing
injury and the potential for other persons to enter your working
area.
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Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Overreaching
can result in loss of balance.
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Always be sure of the footing on slopes. Walk, never run.
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Keep all parts of your body away from any moving part. Rotating
impeller blades can cause severe injury.
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Never run the product without the proper equipment attached.
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Do not operate the product without both the nozzle and lower
tube attached.
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Do not modify the product in any way or use parts and
accessories that are not recommended by the manufacturer.
WARNING! If the product is dropped, suffers heavy impact,
or begins to vibrate abnormally, immediately stop the product
and inspect for damage or identify the cause of the vibration. Any
damage should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorised
service centre.
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To reduce the risk of injury associated with contacting rotating
parts, always stop the product and remove the battery pack.
Make sure that all moving parts have come to a complete stop:
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before leaving the product unattended
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before clearing blockages
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before checking, cleaning, or working on the product
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to inspect the product after striking a foreign object
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Immediately turn off the product and remove the battery pack in
the event of accident or breakdown. Do not operate the product
again until it has been fully checked by an authorised service
centre.
BLOWER SAFETY WARNINGS
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Wear a face filter mask in dusty conditions to reduce the risk of
injury associated with the inhalation of dust.
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Slightly dampen surfaces in dusty conditions.
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Do not point the blower nozzle in the direction of people or pets.
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Never place objects inside the blower tubes.
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Do not operate the product near open windows.
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Use the full blower nozzle extension so that the air stream can
work close to the ground and perform effectively.
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Do not place blower on top of or near loose debris. Debris can
be sucked into the intake vent, resulting in possible damage to
the product.
ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING! To reduce the risk of fire, personal injury, and
product damage due to a short circuit, never immerse your tool,
battery pack, or charger in fluid or allow fluid to flow inside them.
Corrosive or conductive fluids, such as seawater, certain industrial
chemicals, and bleach or bleach-containing products, etc., can
cause a short circuit.
TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
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Turn off the product, remove the battery pack, and allow it to
cool down before storing or transporting.
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Remove all foreign materials from the product. Store the product
in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place that is inaccessible to
children. Keep the product away from corrosive agents, such as
garden chemicals and de-icing salts. Do not store the product
outdoors.
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For transportation in vehicles, secure the product against
movement or falling to prevent injury to persons or damage to
the product.
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