Poulan PR46BT Owner Manual - Page 10

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Basic safety rules Z 87 • No unauthorised persons or animals may be present in the working area, which is 15 metres. • Allow the engine to cool before refueling. • Keep all parts of your body away from hot surfaces. • If the machine catches fire or other emergency occurs which forces you to release yourself from the machine, open the harness straps and let the machine fall backwards. • The powerful currents of air can move objects at such a speed that they can bounce back and cause serious eye injuries. • Never put the machine down with the engine running unless you have it in clear sight. • Engine exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, which can cause carbon monoxide poisoning. For this reason you should not start or run the machine indoors, or anywhere that is poorly ventilated. • The operator's manual should warn that work from ladders or high places (such as roofs) is prohibited and could result in severe injury. • Do not direct the air jet towards people or animals. • Stop the engine before assembling or dismantling accessories or other parts. • Do not use the machine in bad weather, such as dense fog, heavy rain, strong wind, intense cold, etc. Working in bad weather is tiring and can lead to dangerous conditions, e.g. slippery surfaces. • Minimise the blowing time by lightly wetting dusty areas or using spray equipment. • Make sure you can move and stand safely. Check the area around you for possible obstacles (roots, rocks, branches, ditches, etc.) in case you have to move suddenly. Take great care when working on sloping ground. • CAUTION! Do not use the machine unless you are able to call for help in the event of an accident. Basic working techniques WARNING! Watch out for thrown objects. ! Always wear eye protection. Stones, rubbish, etc. can be thrown up into the eyes causing blindness or serious injury. Keep unauthorised persons at a distance. Children, animals, onlookers and helpers should be kept outside the safety zone of 15 m. Stop the machine immediately if anyone approaches. WARNING! Don't operate the blower if ! the exhaust gas outlet on the engine cover is covered by a wall and/or some other obstacles, the machine could get damage. Make sure that the distance is 50 cm or more from the obstacles during operation. WARNING! Always stop the engine ! before cleaning. • This blower is a backpack type, and is carried using a shoulder harness while operating. It is operated and controlled with the handle on the tube using the right hand. • The speed of the air jet is regulated by means of the throttle. Select the speed best suited for respective tasks. 10 - English