Safety Regulations; Correct Use / General Safety Instructions; Personal Protective Equipment For Your Safety; Protection Of Environment - Solo 467 Gebrauchsanweisung

2.1 Correct use / General safety instructions

Always observe all safety hints while using the machine.
The blower unit is suitable for the removal of leaves, grass, paper, dust or snow in areas such as gardens
or parks, sports facilities, parking areas or drives. The blower can also be used for the removal of leaves
and small branches while harvesting stone fruit.
The blower unit may only be used for the purpose it has been designed for– and no other!
For despatch purposes, the blower is supplied partially disassembled and has to be fully assembled
prior to use. (chapter 3 "Assembly") The blower may only be operated when fully assembled.
Read the operating instructions carefully before placing in service and keep them in a safe place.
First time users should be instructed by the seller or an expert.
Within the scope of the units operating area, the operator is responsible for injuries to other persons.
Operate the blower only when in good physical condition. Fatigue or ill health may lead to lack of
attention and care. The machine should be operated in a calm and alert manner.
Never operate the blower when under the the influence of alcohol or drugs.
The air exit speed from the nozzle is very high. Never point the nozzle towards persons or animals.

2.2 Personal protective equipment for your safety

To prevent injuries to head, eyes, hand, feet or damage to hearing, the following protective
equipment should be worn:
Clothing should be appropriate for the job, i.e. not too loose and not too tight to be hindering. Do
not wear work coat, shorts or sandals. The operator should not wear a scarf, a necktie or jewelry
which may get caught by branches.
Protect your face and eyes with a face guard or safety glasses.
To avoid damage to hearing, the operator should wear suitable personal noise protection such as ear
muffs, ear plugs or similar.
Wear firm work shoes with non-slip soles.
Always observe accident prevention regulations issued by local trade organizations or workers
compensation boards.

2.3 Protection of Environment

Be aware of your surroundings
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Watch out for animals which may be within your work area
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Be aware that noise is harmful to the environment. Inquire about and respect possible local rest
periods.

2.4 Operating Hints

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Approach blowing task with engine at idling speed, then accelerate to full throttle.
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No other persons should be present within a circle of 15 meters from the operator. Watch out for
children and animals. Objects carried by the air stream can deflect and injure nearby persons.
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Never operate on unstable ground watch out for any obstacles such as tree stumps, tree roots, ditches
etc..
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Take special care while working along slopes.
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Never touch a hot exhaust.
This machine produces an electromagnetic field during operation. This field may under some
circumstances interfere with active or passive medical implants. Persons with medical implants
have to consult their physician and the medical implant manufacturer before operating this machine.
You should request and receive instructions from the vendor on the safe operation if you are using this
type of product for the first time.

2. Safety regulations

Safety regulations
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