Safety Guide - Tempest SP Power Blower Operation Manual

Safety Guide

Failure to follow the operating, maintenance and lubrication requirements set forth in
this Operation and Maintenance Manual may result in serious personal injury and/or
damage to equipment.
The following WARNING statements indicate potentially hazardous conditions for op-
erators and equipment. Make certain that anyone who works on or around the blower
has read and fully understands the safety precautions listed.
1. Carefully read this Operation and Maintenance Manual before attempting to
operate, service or disassemble any part of your TEMPEST POWER BLOWER®.
2. DO NOT operate the unit when mentally or physically fatigued or impaired.
3. Stay away from rotating parts; avoid wearing loose jackets, shirts, and ties. Keep
hands and feet away from the blower.
4. Keep all unauthorized personnel at a safe distance from the blower.
5. Keep all guards in place. DO NOT make repairs while the unit is running. DO
NOT operate if any guard or grill is not in place.
6. Always wear eye protection. Loose debris can be picked up in the air
stream and flown in the air.
7. Hearing protection is required. Motor and air noise may exceed safe dB levels.
8. Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain conditions.
To prevent fire hazards, do not place flammable objects close to the engine.
9. Do not overfill the fuel tank. After refueling, make sure the tank cap is closed
properly and secured. If any fuel is spilled, make sure the area is dry before start-
ing the engine.
10. Never operate gasoline-powered blowers in an enclosed or confined area. Ex-
haust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas; exposure may cause loss of con-
sciousness and may lead to death.
11. The muffler becomes very hot during operation and remains hot for some time
after stopping the engine. Be careful not to touch the muffler while it is hot. To
avoid severe burns or fire hazards, let the engine cool before transporting or stor-
ing the unit.
12. It is the sole responsibility of the owner/operator to develop and practice the
proper use of the TEMPEST POWER BLOWER® in accordance with generally
accepted ventilation procedures as well as the department's own operating proce-
dures before placing the unit into service.
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