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Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection, filter
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mask if operation is dusty, non-skid safety shoes, or hearing
protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
Use the right unit – Do not use this unit for any job except
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that for which it is intended.
Inspect the area before using the unit. Remove all debris
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and hard objects such as rocks, glass, wire, etc. that can
ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause injury or damage
during operation.
Keep children, bystanders and animals away from the
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work area a minimum of 30 feet (10 meters) when starting
or operating the unit.
Maintain unit with care. Keep unit clean for best
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and safest performance. Follow instructions for
proper maintenance.
Stay alert - Watch what you are doing. Use common
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sense. Do not operate unit when you are tired.
Do not place outlet of blower near eyes or ears
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when operating.
Do not operate the machine while people, especially
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children, or pets are nearby.
Do not overreach. Keep balance at all times. Always be
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sure of footing. Walk, never run.
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Do not touch moving hazardous parts before the machine
is disconnected from the power source and the moving
hazardous parts have come to a complete stop.
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If the machine starts to vibrate abnormally, disconnect
from the power source and immediately check.
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Do not attempt to clear clogs from unit without
first disconnecting it from the power source.
Do not immerse any part of the unit in liquid.
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Do not use unit if switch does not turn it on or off. A
unit that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous
and must be repaired.
Do not allow debris to be ingested into blower intake.
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Do not point unit discharge at self or bystanders.
Do not use to blow explosive dust, or in areas where
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air contains explosive dust such as coal, grain, or other
combustible material.
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Do not attempt to repair the blower. To assure
product safety and reliability, repairs, maintenance,
and adjustments should be performed by authorized
service centers.
Do not operate blower in a gaseous or explosive
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atmosphere. Motors in these units normally spark, and
the sparks might ignite fumes.
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Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at
all times.
Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from
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outlet when not in use and before servicing.
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Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is
not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left
outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center.
Never leave blower running unattended. Turn
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power off.
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Unplug before connecting the tube.
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Store idle units. When not in use, the unit should be
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stored in a dry, high or locked-up place - out of reach
of children.
This appliance is provided with double insulation.
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Use only identical replacement parts. See instructions for
servicing of Double-insulated Appliances.
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To reduce the risk of electric shock, use only with an
extension cord intended for outdoor use, such as SJW
or SJTW.
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To reduce the risk of disconnection of appliance cord from
the extension cord during operating:
i) Make a knot as shown in Figure B; or
ii) Use one of the plug-receptacle retaining straps
or connectors described in this manual.
OR
iii) Secure the extension cord to the appliance plug as
shown or described in Operations.
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Maintain Appliance With Care – Inspect extension cords
periodically and replace if damaged.
WARNING:
injury due to a loose electrical connection between
the appliance's plug and extension cord, firmly and
fully attach the appliance plug to the extension cord.
Periodically check the connection while operating to
ensure it is fully attached. Do not use an extension cord
that provides a loose connection. A loose connection
may result in overheating, fire, and increases the risk of
a burning.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
Additional Safety Information
WARNING:
tool or any part of it. Damage or personal injury
could result.
WARNING:
Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. Also use
face or dust mask if operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR
CERTIFIED SAFETY EQUIPMENT:
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ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3),
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ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection,
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NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratory protection.
To reduce the risk of personal
Never modify the power
ALWAYS use safety glasses.