McCulloch MAC GB 275 User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

sure you understand them before using this unit. Retain these instructions for future reference.

: Please read these instructions carefully and make

MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS

RENSEIGNEMENTS IMPORTANTS:

atentivement les instructions et assurez--vous de les avoir comprises. Conservez les instructions pour référence ultérieure.

Avant d’utiliser cet appareil, veuillez lire

BETRIEBSANWEISUNG

WICHTIGE INFORMA TI ON:

Geräts aufmerksam durch. Verwenden Sie es erst, wenn Sie sicher sind, daß Sie alle Anweisungen verstanden haben und gut aufbewahren.

Lesen Sie diese Hinweise zur Handhabung des

MANUAL DE INST RU CCIONES

INFORMACIÓN IMPORTANTE:

asegúrese de entenderlas antes de utilizar esta aparato. Conserve las instrucciones para la referencia en el futuro.

Lea atentamente las instrucciones y

LIBRETTO D’ISTRUZIONI

INFORMAZIONI IMPORT ANTI

istruzioni e prendere dimestichezza con il prodotto prima di usario. Mantenga queste istruzioni per riferimento futuro.

: Siete pregati di leggere attentamente questo

HANDLEIDING

BELANGRIJKE IMPORTANTS:

zeker van dat uze begrijpt alvorens de blower te gebrulken en bewaar ze voor toekomstige raadpleging.

Lees deze instructies zorgvuldig en wees er

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WARNING: This blower

can be dangerous! Careless or improper use can cause serious or even fatal injury.

Read and understand the instruction manual before using the blower.

Approved protective goggles or visor, ear protection, and face mask in dusty e nvironments must be worn.

Always wear approved, protective gloves.

Sound pressure level at 7,5 meters

SAFETY RULES

WARNING: Failure to follow all

Safety Rules and Precautions can result in serious injury.

KNOW YOUR UNIT

S Read your instruction manual carefully until

you completely understand and can follow all warnings and safety rules before operating the unit.

D Restrict unit to users who understand and will

follow all warnings and safety rules in this manual.

WARNING: Inspect area before start-

ing unit. Remove all debris and hard objects such as rocks, glass, wire, etc. that can ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause injury or damage during operation. Use your unit as a blower for:

D Sweeping debris or grass clippings from

driveways, sidewalks, patios, etc.

D Blowing grass clippings, straw, or leaves into

piles, around joints, or between bricks.

PLAN AHEAD

WARNING: This machine produces

an electromagnetic field during operation. Under some circumstances, this field may interfere with active or passive medical implants. To reduce the risk of serious or fa talinjury, we recommend persons with medical implants to consult their physician and the medical implant manufacturer before operating this machine.

Use unleaded or quality leaded petrol and two stroke oil.

WARNING: The blow er may throw objects at high v elocity that can ricochet and hit the operator. Th is may cause serio us eye damage .

Thebloweroperatormustmakesure that no by standers or a nimals come nearer than 15 meters. Whenever several operators are working in the same wo rk area, they should maintain a safe distance of at least 15 meters from one another.

Sound power level

D Always wear eye and ear protection when

operating, servicing, or performing maintenance on unit. Wearing eye protection will help to prevent rocks or debris from being blown or ricocheting into eyes and face which can result in blindness and/or serious injury. Eye protection should be marked Z87.

D Always wear foot protection. Do not go

barefoot or wear sandals.

D Always wear respirator or face mask when

working with unit in dusty environments.

D Secure hair above shoulder length. Secure or

remove jewelry, loose clothing, or clothing with loosely hanging straps, ties, tassels, etc. They can be caught in moving parts.

D Do not operate unit when you are tired, ill,

upset, or if you are under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.

D Keep children, bystanders, and animals away

from work area aminimum of 15 meters when starting or operating unit. Do not point blower nozzle in the direction of people or pets.

HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION

D Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame

(including smoking, open flames, or work that can cause sparks) in the areas where fuel is mixed, poured, or stored.

D Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area; store

fuel in a cool, dry, well ventilated place; use an approved, marked container for all fuel purposes.

D Do not smoke while handling fuel or while

operating the unit.

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D Make sure the unit is properly assembled and

in good operating condition.

D Do not fill fuel tank while engine is hot or

running.

D Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up fuel spills

before starting engine.

D Move at least 3 meters away from fuel and

fueling site before starting engine.

D Always store petrol in a container approved

for flammable liquids.

OPERATE YOUR UNIT SAFELY

D This garden blower is only designed for

blowing away leaves and other debris on the ground.

D Inspect unit before each use for worn, loose,

missing, or damaged parts. Do not use until unit is in proper working order.

D Keep outside surfaces free of oil and fuel. D Never start or run engine inside a closed

room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.

D Mufflers fitted with catalytic converters get

very hot during use and remain so for some time after stopping. This also applies at idle speed. Contact can result in burns to theskin. Remember the risk of fire!

D To avoid static electricity shock, do not wear

rubber gloves or any other insulated gloves while operating unit.

D Do not setunit on any surface except aclean,

hard area while engine is running. Debris such as gravel, sand, dust, grass, etc. could be picked up by the air intake and thrown out through discharge opening, damaging unit, property, or causing serious injury to bystanders or operator.

D Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use in

unventilated areas or where explosive vapors or carbon monoxide build up could be present.

D Do not overreach or use from unstable

surfaces such as ladders, trees, steep slopes, rooftops, etc. Keep firm footing and balance at all times.

D Never place objects inside the blower tube;

always direct the blowing debris away from people, animals, glass, andsolid objects such as trees, automobiles, walls, etc. The force of air can cause rocks, dirt, or sticks to be thrown or to ricochet which can hurt people or animals, break glass, orcause other damage.

D Never run unit without the proper equipment

attached. Always install blower tube.

D Check air intake opening and blower tube

frequently, always with engine stopped and spark plug disconnected. Keep vents and discharge tube free of debris which can accumulate and restrict proper air flow.

D Never place any object in the air intake

opening as this could restrict proper air flow and cause damage to the unit.

D Never use forspreading chemicals, fertilizers,

or other substances which may contain toxic materials.

D Toavoid spreading fire, donot use near leaf or

brush fires, fireplaces, barbecue pits, ashtrays, etc.

D Use only for jobs explained in this manual.

MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY

D Have all maintenance other than the

recommended procedures described in the instruction manual performed by an authorized service dealer.

D Disconnect spark plug before performing

maintenance except for carburetor adjustments.

D Use only recommended McCulloch

replacement parts; use of any other parts may void your warranty and cause damageto your unit.

D Empty fuel tank before storing the unit. Use

up fuelleft incarburetor by starting engine and letting it run until it stops.

D Do not use any accessory or attachment

other than those recommended by manufacturer for use with your unit.

D Do not store the unit or fuel in a closed area

where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an open flame from hot water heaters, electric motor s or switch e s, fu rn aces, etc.

D Store in a dry area out of reach of children. D Secure the machine during transport.

SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations

through prolonged use of gasoline powered hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of people prone to circulation disorders or abnormal swelling. Prolonged use in cold weather has been linked to blood vessel damage in otherwise healthy people. If symptoms occur such as numbness, pain, loss of strength, change inskin color or texture, or loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints, discontinue the use of this tool and seek medical attention. An antivibration system does not guarantee the avoidance of these problems. Users who operate power tools on a continual and regular basis must monitor closely their physical condition and the condition of this tool.

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