FRADAN PB-10 IC Operator's Manual - Safety Rules & Precautions
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SAFETY RULES & PRECAUTIONS
• Do not store in a closed area where fuel vapors can reach an open flame from hot water heaters, furnaces, etc.
Store in a locked, well ventilated area only.
• Use only FRADAN original equipment parts when servicing the unit. This will ensure safe and proper performance
of your product. These parts are available from your dealer. The use of any other accessories or attachments may
cause a potential hazard or injury to the user, damage to the machine and void this warranty.
• Clean the machine completely, especially, the fuel tank, its surroundings, and the air cleaner.
• When refueling, be sure to stop the engine and confirm that it is cooled down. Never refuel when the engine is
running hot. When gasoline spills, be sure to wipe it up completely and properly dispose of those materials before
starting the engine.
• Stay clear of the other workers or bystanders by at least 100 feet / 30 meters.
• When ever approaching an operator of the machine, carefully call his attention and confirm that the operator stops
the engine. Be careful not to startle or distract the operator which can cause an unsafe situation.
WARNING - KEEP CHILDREN, PETS, and BYSTANDERS AWAY - Do not permit children to contact blow-
er. Keep children a safe distance from work area. Never allow a person mentally ill, under influence of alcoholic
drinks or drugs or too young in age, to operate the blower.
• Pay attention to loosening and overheating of parts. If there is any abnormality of the machine, stop operation
immediately and check the machine carefully. If necessary, have the machine serviced by an authorized FRADAN
dealer. Never continue to operate a machine which may be malfunctioning.
• In start-up or during operation of the engine, never touch hot parts such as the muffler, the high voltage wire or
the spark plug.
• After the engine has stopped, the muffler is still hot. Never place the machine in any places where there are flam-
mable materials (dry grass, etc.), combustible gases or combustible liquids.
• Pay special attention to operation in the rain or just after the rain as the ground may be slippery.
• Be careful not to drop the machine or hit it against obstacles.
• Before proceeding to adjust or repair the machine, be sure to stop the engine and detach the spark plug cap from
the spark plug.
• When the machine is placed in storage for a long time, drain fuel from the fuel tank and carburetor, clean the parts,
move the machine to a safe place and confirm that the engine is cooled down.
• Make periodic inspections to assure safe and efficient operation. For a thorough inspection of your machine,
please contact a FRADAN dealer.
• Keep the machine away from fire or sparks.
• Never blow leaves and debris into highways and roadways.
• DO NOT POINT THE BLOWER OUTLET in the direction of people, cars, glass, or other similar items which could
be injured or damaged by blown debns.