Stihl BGA 45 - During Operation; Using the Blower

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► Hold the blower firmly and unlock the retaining latch.
Depress the trigger switch lockout and trigger switch
momentarily.
The blower should switch on. If it does not, take the blower
to an authorized STIHL servicing dealer to be repaired
before use.
► Release the trigger switch.
The blower should switch off.
If the blower does not switch off after you release the
trigger switch, remove the activation key and take the
blower to an authorized STIHL servicing dealer to be
repaired before use.
16.1 Using the Blower
WARNING
To reduce the risk of personal injury, never work with the
blower in the rain or in wet or damp conditions, @ 5.5.
Always wear proper clothing and protective apparel,
including proper eye protection, @ 5.4. Never direct the air
flow toward bystanders. Keep bystanders at least 16ft.
(5m) away from the work area, @ 5.7.4. Work carefully and
maintain proper control of the blower.
The blower is designed for single-handed operation with
either the right or left hand.
► Hold the unit firmly with your hand, keeping the handle
cradled between your thumb and fingers.
► Direct the air flow at the edges of the pile of material to be
blown.
NOTICE
Never direct the air flow toward objects such as vehicles or
windows that are less than 16 ft. (5m) away.
If the blower is used or stored at ambient temperatures
above 86°F (30°C), its runtime and performance may be
reduced.
Observe all applicable laws, regulations, standards and
ordinances.
17.1 Preparing for Transportation or Storage
WARNING
To reduce the risk of personal injury from unintended
activation or unauthorized use, switch off the motor and
remove the activation key before transporting the blower or
putting it down.
16 During Operation
17 After Finishing Work
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