518. Warning - Electric shock could occur if used on wetsurfaces. Do not expose to rain. Store indoors.Avoid using the machine in bad weather conditionsespecially when there is a risk of lightning.19. Never block suction inlet and/or blower outlet.• Do not block suction inlet or blower outlet toclean up in dusty areas.• Do not use the blower with a tapered nozzlesmaller than the original one, such as a newnozzle obtained by attaching an extradiameter-reduced hose or smaller hose to thenozzle top end.• Do not Use the blower to inflate balls, rubberboat or the similar.Increased motor revolution may cause dangerousfan breakage and result in serious personal injury.Heated motor and control circuit may cause a fire.20. Do not operate the blower near open window, etc.21. Operating the blower only at reasonable hours isrecommended - not early in the morning or late atnight when people might be disturbed.22. To reduce damage from vibration and/or damageto the ears, operate the machine at low speed ifpossible and limit the time of operation.23. Using rakes and brooms to loosen debris beforeblowing is recommended.24. It is recommended to slightly dampen surfaces industy conditions or use mister attachmentavailable on the market.25. It is recommended to use the long nozzle so theair stream can work close to the ground.26. Young children should be supervised to ensurethat they do not play with the blower.27. Do not insert fingers or other objects into suctioninlet or blower outlet.28. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switchis in the off-position before connecting to powersource and/or battery pack, picking up or carryingthe tool. Carrying machines with your finger onthe switch or energising machines that have theswitch on invites accidents.29. Make sure that there are nobody around youwhen you work at high places.Maintenance and storage30. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be surethe machine is in safe working condition.31. Replace worn or damaged parts.32. Use only genuine replacement parts andaccessories.33. Store the machine only in a dry place.Battery tool use and care34. Recharge only with the charger specified by themanufacturer. A charger that is suitable for onetype of battery pack may create a risk of fire whenused with another battery pack.35. Use power tools only with specifically designatedbattery packs. Use of any other battery packsmay create a risk of injury and fire.36. When battery pack is not in use, keep it awayfrom other metal objects, like paper clips, coins,keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects,that can make a connection from one terminal toanother. Shorting the battery terminals togethermay cause burns or a fire.37. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejectedfrom the battery; avoid contact. If contactaccidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquidcontacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.Liquid ejected from the battery may causeirritation or burns.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.WARNING:DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gainedfrom repeated use) replace strict adherence to safetyrules for the subject product. MISUSE or failure tofollow the safety rules stated in this instructionmanual may cause serious personal injury. ENC007-8IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONSFOR BATTERY CARTRIDGE1. Before using battery cartridge, read allinstructions and cautionary markings on (1)battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) productusing battery.2. Do not disassemble battery cartridge.3. If operating time has become excessivelyshorter, stop operating immediately. It mayresult in a risk of overheating, possible burnsand even an explosion.4. If electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse themout with clear water and seek medicalattention right away. It may result in loss ofyour eyesight.5. Do not short the battery cartridge:(1) Do not touch the terminals with anyconductive material.(2) Avoid storing battery cartridge in acontainer with other metal objects suchas nails, coins, etc.(3) Do not expose battery cartridge to wateror rain.A battery short can cause a large current flow,overheating, possible burns and even abreakdown.6. Do not store the tool and battery cartridge inlocations where the temperature may reach orexceed 50 ゚ C (122 ゚ F).7. Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even ifit is severely damaged or is completely wornout. The battery cartridge can explode in a fire.