Optimax blower, Safety – Little Wonder OPTIMAX LB901-00-01 User Manual

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OPTIMAX

BLOWER

SAFETY

STORE BLOWER INDOORS — When not in use,

store blower indoors in a sheltered, dry area where

it’s not accessible to children. The blower, as well as

fuel, should not be stored in a house. Keep throttle in

the stop position.

BE SURE BLOWER IS FULLY ASSEMBLED

— Never operate blower without all guards and

deflectors in place. Ensure that all nuts, bolts,

screws are installed and properly tightened.

KEEP THE THROTTLE IN THE “STOP” POSITION

WHEN NOT IN USE.

Always keep a safe distance between two or more

operators when working together simultaneously.

WARNING! IN ORDER TO AVOID ENGINE

DAMAGE DUE TO OVER-HEATING OR

OVERREVVING, KEEP ENGINE RECOIL

STARTER ASSEMBLY, THE BLOWER INTAKE

AND OUTLET AREAS CLEAR AND FREE OF

LEAVES OR OTHER DEBRIS

Engine/ Fuel Warnings - “Don’ts”

HANDLE FUEL WITH CARE, IT IS HIGHLY

FLAMMABLE. FUELING A HOT ENGINE OR

NEAR AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN CAUSE

FIRE AND RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL

INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE

Do not smoke while handling fuel.

Do not refuel a hot or running engine.

Do not fill tank indoors.

CAUTION — Do not start or run engine indoors as

poisonous carbon monoxide is emitted.

Do not operate in unventilated area.

Do not use the blower when electric system causes

spark outside the cylinder. Check spark plug from

time to time. When checking, keep plug a safe

distance from cylinder to avoid burning of evaporated

fuel from cylinder.

Engine/ Fuel Warnings - “Do’s”

HANDLE GASOLINE WITH CARE. IT IS HIGHLY

FLAMMABLE. Refuel before starting work.

Always use fresh gasoline. Stale gasoline can

cause leakage.

Always pull starter cord slowly until resistance is felt.

Then pull cord rapidly to avoid kick-back and prevent

arm or hand injury.

Replace gasoline cap securely. If fuel is spilled

move blower and fuel container from area and do not

create a source of ignition.

Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Always wipe unit dry before

using. Move at least 10 feet away from the fueling

point before starting engine.

Always store gasoline in an approved container. Fill

tank outdoors with extreme care.

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