Important Safety Rules; Important Safety Instructions - LawnMaster NPTBL31AB Manual Del Usuario

IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES

WARNING
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Read the Operator's Manual and follow all warnings and safety instructions. Failure to do so can
result in serious injury to the operator and/or bystanders.
■ Do not allow children or persons unfamiliar with the product and these instructions to use the
blower.
■ Use the blower only for clearing or removing leaves, grass, lawn clippings, paper, dust, and other
debris off the ground.
■ Clear the work area of large and dangerous objects before each use. Remove all objects such as
rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string, which can be thrown or become entangled in the blower.
■ To reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with sound levels, hearing protection is required.
■ To reduce the risk of injury associated with thrown objects, always wear eye protection. Eye
protection should meet the requirements of ANSI Z87.1.
■ To reduce the risk of injury associated with the inhalation of dust, use a face filter mask in dusty
conditions.
■ Do not operate this blower when you are tired, ill, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or
medication.
■ Always wear heavy, long pants, boots, gloves, and a long-sleeve shirt. To reduce the risk of injury
associated with objects being drawn into rotating parts, do not wear loose clothing, scarves, jewelry,
etc. Secure hair so it is above shoulder level.
■ Inspect the blower before each use. Replace damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks. Make sure
all visible fasteners are in place and secure. Make sure attachments are properly installed and
securely fastened. Be sure accessories are properly attached and in the position recommended by
the manufacturer.
■ Hold the handle in right hand with thumb and fingers encircling the handle to operate and control
the blower.
■ Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Keep all parts of your body away from hot
surfaces.
■ Never start or run the blower inside a closed room or building; breathing exhaust fumes can cause
serious personal injury or death.
■ Mix and pour fuel outdoors where there are no sparks or flames. Slowly remove the fuel cap only
after stopping the engine and letting it cool completely. Do not smoke while fueling or mixing fuel.
Wipe spilled fuel from the blower. Move at least 10 ft. (3 m) away from the fueling source and site
before starting the engine. Always store gasoline in a container approved for flammable liquids.
■ Clear the area of children, bystanders, and pets. At a minimum, keep all children, bystanders, and
pets outside a 50 ft. (15 m) radius; outside the 50 ft.(15 m) zone, there is still a risk of injury from
thrown objects. Bystanders should be encouraged to wear eye protection. If you are approached,
stop the engine.
■ Maintain stable footing on a solid surface at all times when using the blower in order to have better
control of the blower. Do not use the blower whilst on a ladder, roof, tree or other unstable support.
Working from ladders or high places could result in severe injury.
■ Before transporting the blower in a vehicle, allow the engine to cool completely and empty the fuel
tank. Always secure the blower to avoid movement during transportation.
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