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WARNING
Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated
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serious injury or death.
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and instructions for safe operation.
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animals prevented from coming nearer than 15 m (50 ft.) while the
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against falling branches and debris.
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closer than 15 m to any part of the operator or unit.
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nerve and muscle damage can be prevented.