•Read this Blower Owner/Operator Manual
carefully. Be sure you understand how to
operate this unit properly before you use
it. Failure to do so could result in serious
injury.
•Be sure to keep this manual handy so that
you may refer to it later whenever any
questions arise. Also note that you are
requested to contact the dealer from
whom you purchased the product for
assistance in the event that you have any
questions which cannot be answered
herein.
•Always be sure to include this manual
when selling, lending, or otherwise
transferring the ownership of this product.
•Please check and follow the local
regulations.
■OPERATOR
•Refrain from operating the blower if you are
tired, ill, or upset, or if you are under the
influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
•Clothing attire should consist of long-
sleeved shirt, long pants and proper
protective equipment. Do not wear a
necktie, scarf, muffler, or jewelry while
using the blower.
•If you have long hair, tie it up and put it
inside the head protection not to be
inhaled.
•Always wear eye protection goggles.
•Always wear ear protectors to protect your
ears from engine noise. If this guideline is
not followed, hearing loss can occur.
•Wear a face mask to guard against the
inhalation of dust.
•Wear anti-slip work gloves which can help
Safety Precautions
to grip the handle easier.
•Wear rubber-soled shoes or shoes with
some other form of anti-slip protection to
help protect you against falling.
•A person who is within a perimeter of 15m
(50ft) should wear the same proper
protective equipment as the user.
■USE OF BLOWER
•Each time before starting the engine,
inspect the entire unit to see if every part is
in good order and is securely tightened in
place. If any damage is found in the fuel
line, the exhaust line, or the ignition wiring,
do not use the blower until it has been
repaired.
•Using the blower at top engine speed may
cause excessive noise. Be cautious of the
engine speed so not to cause a
disturbance to those around you.
•Before starting operation, always make
sure to check if any obstacles are left
inside the volute case. The obstacles may
cause damage to the fan and the volute
case, and also serious injury.
•Alert bystanders and neighbors to the
beginning of the work.
Check to see if the shock-absorbing rubber
mount has become cracked or otherwise
damaged. Note that failing to replace this
rubber mount when it has become
cracked or damaged may cause the
engine to come loose from its frame
during use, thus resulting in possible
serious bodily injury.
•If cracked, be sure to replace without delay.