Safety Instructions - Makita RBL500 Instruction Manual

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
- To ensure correct and safe operation, the user must read, under¬
stand and follow this instruction manual to assure familiarity with the
handling of the blower (1). Users insufficiently informed will risk
danger to themselves as well as others due to improper handling.
- It is recommended only to loan the blower to people who have proven
to be experienced with blowers.
Always hand over the instruction manual.
- First-time users should ask the dealer for basic instructions to
familiarize oneself with the handling of a blower.
- Children and young persons aged under 18 years must not be
allowed to operate the blower. Persons over the age of 16 years
may however use the tool for the purpose of being trained only while
under the direct supervision of a qualified trainer.
- Use blowers with the utmost care and attention.
- Operate the blower only if you are in good physical condition.
Perform all work conscientiously and carefully. The user has to
except responsibility for others.
- Never use the blower while under the influence of alcohol or drugs(2).
- Do not use the blower when you are tired.
- Save these instructions for future referral.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
- The clothing worn should be functional and appropriate, i. e. it should
be tight-fitting but not cause a hinderance. Do not wear jewelry,
clothing or long hair which could be drawn into the air intake.
- In order to avoid head-, eye-, hand- or foot injuries as well as to
protect you hearing the following protective equipment and protective
clothing must be used during operation of the blower.
PAY PARTICULAR ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING REGULATIONS:
- Clothing must be sturdy and snug-fitting, but allow complete freedom
of movement. Avoid loose-fitting jackets, flared or cuffed pants,
scarts, neck chains, unconfined long hair or anything that could be
drawn into the air intake. Wear overalls or long pants to protect your
legs. Do not wear shorts. (4)
- Blower noise may damage your hearing. Wear hearing protection.
Continual and regular users should have their hearing checked
regulary. (3)
- Use of gloves when working with the blower is recommended.
Good footing is most important. Wear sturdy shoes with nonsrip
soles. (4)
- Proper eye protection is a must. Even though the discharge is
directed away from the operator, ricochets and bouncebacks can
occur during blower operations. (3)
- Never operate a blower unless wearing goggles or properly fitted
safety glasses with adequate top and side protection which comply
with ANSI Z 87. 1 (or your applicable national standard).
- To reduce the risk of injury associated with the inhalation of dusty,
use a face filter mask (3) in dusty conditions.
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STARTING UP THE BLOWER
- Please make sure that there are no children or other people within a
working range of SOfeet or 15 meters (5), also pay attention to any
animals in the working vicinity.
- Before operating, always check that the blower is safe
for operation:
Check the security of the throttle lever. The throttle lever should be
checked for smooth and easy action. Check for proper functioning
of the throttle lever lock. Check for clean and dry handles and test
the function of the STOP switch. Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
- Before operation, check and follow all local and federal regulations on
backpack blowers.
- Only start the blower positioned on the ground.
- Do not start it on the back.