Stihl BR 340 Instruction Manual - Page 8

English / USA Before Starting !Warning! Never operate your machine if it is damaged, improperly adjusted or not completely and securely assembled. You should always inspect your unit before starting it. Make sure the controls and safety devices are working properly. !Warning! To reduce the risk of injury from thrown parts, check your fanwheel and fan housing for damage (cracks, nicks, chipping). If any damage is found, stop using the unit and contact your STIHL dealer for repair. : Throttle trigger must move freely and spring back to idle position when released. : Stop switch must move easily to $ : Tightness of spark plug boot - if boot is loose, sparks may occur and ignite fuel vapor! : Condition of fanwheel and fan housing. Starting !Warning! Your blower is a one-person machine. To reduce the risk of eye or other injury from thrown objects, insure that bystanders are at least 50 feet (15m) away during use. Stop the operation immediately if you are approached. For specific starting instructions, see the appropriate section of your owner`s manual. Place the machine on firm ground or other solid surface in an open area. Maintain good balance and secure footing. !Warning! When you pull the starter grip, don`t wrap the starter rope around your hand. Do not allow the grip to snap back, but guide the starter rope slowly back to permit the rope to rewind properly. Failure to follow this procedure may result in injury to hand or fingers and may damage the starter mechanism. The assistance of another person may be needed in placing the unit on your back after starting. In order to reduce the risk of injury to the assistant from thrown objects or from contact with fumes, the engine should be kept at idle speed during this brief period, and your assistant should not stand in the area of the outlet nozzle or exhaust. Otherwise, the unit should be started and operated without assistance. BR 340, BR 340 L, BR 420, BR 420 C 7