Hitachi Blower RB160EF User Manual

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d) Do not point the blower nozzle 

in the direction of people or 
pets.

e) Always check to be sure that 

no debris has been blown onto 
someone else’s property.

f) Pay attention to the direction of 

the wind, do not work against 
the wind.

3. To minimize blowing time.

a) Use rakes and brooms to loosen 

debris before blowing.

b) In dusty conditions, slightly 

dampen surfaces or use mister 
attachment when water is avail-
able.

c) Conserve water by using power 

blowers instead of hoses for 
many lawn and garden applica-
tions, including areas such as 
gutters, screens, patios, grills, 
porches and gardens.

4. Never to touch the spark plug or 

plug cord while the engine is in 
operation. Doing so may result 
in being subjected to an electri-
cal shock.

5. Never to touch the muffler, spark 

plug, or other metallic parts of 
the engine while the engine is in 
operation or immediately after 
shutting down the engine. These 
metallic parts reach high tem-
peratures during operation and 
doing so could result in serious 
burns.

6. After using blowers and other 

equipment, CLEAN UP! Dispose 
of debris in trash receptacles. 

MAINTENANCE
1. In order to maintain your product 

in proper working order, perform 
the maintenance and check-
ing operations described in the 
manual at regular intervals.

2. Always be sure to turn off the 

e n g i n e  a n d  d i s c o n n e c t  t h e 
spark plug before performing 
any maintenance or checking 
procedures.

T h e  m e t a l l i c  p a r t s  re a c h  h i g h 

temperatures immediately after 
stopping the engine.

3. Examine the blower at intervals 

for loose fasteners and rusted 
or damaged parts. Use special 
care around the fuel line, the 
muffler, and the ignition wiring.

4. All engine service except for 

those described in this manual 
should be performed by compe-
tent service personnel. Improper
service to the blower fan and 
muffler could cause a hazard-
ous failure. 

5. When replacing the any other 

part, or any lubricant, always be 
sure to use only HITACHI prod-
ucts or products which have 
been certified by HITACHI for 
use with the HITACHI product.

6. In the event that any part must 

be replaced or any maintenance 
or repair work not described in 
this manual must be performed, 
please contact a representative 
from the store nearest HITACHI 
authorized servicing dealer for 
assistance.

7. Do not use any accessory or 

attachment other than HITACHI 
recommended by manufacture.

8. Under no circumstances should 

you ever take apart the product 
or alter it in any way. Doing so 
might result in the product be-
coming damaged during opera-
tion or the product becoming 
unable to operate properly.

TRANSPORTATION
 • Drain the fuel from the fuel tank 

before transporting or storing 
the blower.

STORAGE
 • When storing the blower, choose 

a space indoors free from mois-
ture and out of the reach of chil-
dren.