Important Safety Instructions - Makita PM7651H Original Instruction Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:
Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
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instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
General instructions
To ensure correct and safe operation, the user must read, understand and follow
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this instruction manual to assure familiarity with the handling of the mist 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 mist blower to people who have proven to be
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experienced with mist blowers.
Always hand over the instruction manual.
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First-time users should ask the dealer for basic instructions to familiarize oneself
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with the handling of a mist blower.
Children and young persons aged under 18 years must not be allowed to operate
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the mist blower. Persons over the age of 16 years may however use the machine
for the purpose of being trained only while under the direct supervision of a
qualified trainer.
Use mist blowers with the utmost care and attention.
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Operate the mist blower only if you are in good physical condition.
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Perform all work conscientiously and carefully. The user has to accept responsibility
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for others.
Never use the mist blower while under the influence of alcohol or drugs (2).
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Do not use the unit when you are tired.
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Save these instructions for future referral.
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Intended use of the machine
Use right machine. The mist blower is only intended for spraying liquid chemicals
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and other liquids to control pests and weeds in fruit, flower and vegetable gardens,
on trees and bushes and on other plants, such as coffee, tobacco and cotton. It is
also useful in the maintenance of young trees for, e.g., controlling the bark beetle
and other pests and plant diseases.
Never use for any other purpose.
If the machine is equipped with proper pipe for blower operation, the machine can
be used for blower operation.
Only use plant protection products that are specifically approved for use with mist
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blowers by their manufacturer and that meet all applicable safety regulations,
standards and ordinances.
Get information from your dealer on how to operate your mist blower. Observe all
applicable local safety regulations, standards and ordinances.
All operating and servicing people should be trained and familiarized with the proper
handling procedures for the chemical products being used, as well as with first aid/
emergency care, and liquid chemical disposal regulations.
WARNING:
Your mist blower is only for professional use. Do not lend or rent your mist blower
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without the instruction manual. Make sure that anyone using it understands the
information contained in this instruction manual.
Personal protective equipment
To reduce the risk of injury when using chemical products, wear proper protective
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apparel when filling, using and cleaning the mist blower. Always follow all of
the chemical manufacturer's instructions with respect to proper eye, skin and
respiratory protection. They may differ from and exceed the following precautions.
When using toxic chemicals, the operator and any bystanders may need to wear
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a properly fitted respirator approved for the chemical being used. Refer to the
chemical product label. Breathing toxic chemicals can cause serious or fatal injury.
The clothing worn should be functional and appropriate, i.e. it should be tight fitting
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but not cause a hindrance. Do not wear jewelry, clothing or long hair which could
be drawn into the air intake. (3)
In order to avoid head-, eye-, hand- or foot injuries as well as to protect your
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hearing the following protective equipment and protective clothing must be used
during operation of the mist blower.
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