Meec tools 004908, Operating Instructions Manual

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use of the machine from someone who is 
responsible for their safety. Keep children 
under supervision to make sure they do not 
play with the machine.

•  The user is responsible for any accidents or 

risks to other persons or property.

•  Do not let anyone touch the machine or its 

power cable. Keep other people, especially 
children, and pets at a safe distance from 
the work area.

•  Pay attention to children, pets and open 

windows etc. and do not point the machine 
at them. Keep children and onlookers at a 
safe distance (at least 5 metres) when 
using the machine.

•  Do not start the machine if it is upside 

down, or not ready to be used.

•  Avoid accidental starting. Make sure the 

power switch is in the OFF position before 
plugging in the plug or lifting/carrying the 
machine. Carrying the machine with your 
finger on the switch or connecting 
appliances to the mains supply when the 
switch is in the ON position increases the 
risk of accidents and injuries.

•  Never point the machine at other people or 

animals. Do not point the air flow at eyes 
or ears.

•  Pay attention to the surroundings
•  Do not overreach. Always maintain a firm 

footing and good balance. Always be 
careful when working on slopes. Hold the 
machine firmly with both hands when 
working. Do not use the machine without a 
shoulder strap.

•  Carefully inspect the area where the 

machine is to be used and remove any 
stones, wires, bones or other foreign 
objects.

•  Always use both parts of the blower tube, so 

that the air flow acts close to the ground.

•  In dusty conditions, dampen the surface 

slightly to bind the dust.

•  Keep your hands and feet away from the 

intake opening and moving parts – risk of 
personal injury.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Work area

•  Keep the work area clean and well lit. Dark 

and cluttered work areas increase the risk 
of accidents and injuries.

•  Do not use power tools in explosive 

environments, such as in the vicinity of 
flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power 
tools produce sparks that can ignite dust 
and fumes.

•  Keep children and onlookers at a safe 

distance when using power tools.  
A moment of inattention can cause  
you to lose control of the tool.

•  Always take basic safety precautions when 

using electrical appliances to reduce the 
risk of fire, electric shock and/or personal 
injury. Carefully read all the safety 
instructions before use.

•  Always wear appropriate personal safety 

equipment.

•  Wear safety glasses, ear protection, safety 

gloves, non-slip safety shoes and heavy-
duty long trousers. Do not use the machine 
if you are barefoot or wearing open shoes. 
Wear a dust filter mask if the work produces 
a lot of dust.

•  Do not wear loose-fitting clothing or 

jewellery which can be drawn into the air 
intake. Wear a hair net if you have long 
hair.

•  Check at regular intervals that the machine 

is working properly and that all parts are 
correctly fitted and undamaged.

•  Never allow children, or anyone who is 

unfamiliar with the machine and these 
instructions, to use it. There may be local 
regulations for the minimum age of 
persons allowed to use the machine. 

•  The machine is not intended to be used by 

persons (children or adults) with any form 
of functional disorders, or by persons who 
do not have sufficient experience or 
knowledge on how to use it, unless they 
have received instructions concerning the