IMPORTANT!
Safety Instructions
All Operators Must Read These
Instructions Before Use
Any electrical appliance can be dangerous if used incorrectly.
Some of the safety precautions given in this manual apply
generally to many appliances. Other warnings are specic to
the use of this electric blower vac.
Always follow these safety guidelines. Failure to do so may
result in serious bodily injury or death.
mDANGER! This indicates a hazardous situation, which,
if not followed, will result in serious injury or death.
mWARNING! This indicates a hazardous situation, which,
if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death.
mCAUTION! This indicates a hazardous situation, which,
if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
General Safety
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
Before using, be sure that everyone using this tool reads
and understands all safety instructions and other information
contained in this manual. Save this manual and review it
frequently prior to using this tool and when instructing
others on the proper operating procedures.
mCAUTION! Wear appropriate hearing protection during
use. After long periods of extended use, the noise generated
from this appliance may cause hearing loss if your ears are
not properly protected.
mWARNING! When using electric yard tools, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of
re, electric shock and personal injury, including the following:
1. Keep work area clean and well-lit – Cluttered, dark
areas invite accidents.
2. Replacement parts – When servicing this unit, use only
identical replacement parts. Replace or repair damaged
cords immediately.
3. Keep children, bystanders and pets away – All
spectators, including pets, should be kept a safe distance
away from the work area.
4. Dress properly – Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as
such articles can become caught in moving parts. Wear
a protective covering to contain long hair. Wearing rubber
gloves and substantial non-slip footwear is recommended
when working outdoors.
5. Extension cords – To prevent electric shock, use only
with an extension cord suitable for outdoor use.
6. Avoid accidental starting – Do not carry the blower vac
with your nger on the switch. Make sure the switch is o
before plugging in the unit.
mDANGER! Do not manually place objects into the
vacuum tube while operating the unit as this can seriously
damage the unit and/or harm the operator. Keep both hands
on the handles while the power is on.
DO NOT ATTEMPT to remove material or hold material to be
vacuumed when the blower vac is on. Make sure the blower
vac is o when clearing jammed material from the vacuum
tube. Do not pick up the blower vac by the tube or attempt to
carry the unit by the tube.
mCAUTION! Moving parts will continue to run for several
seconds after turning o the machine.
7. Do not abuse the cord – Never carry the blower vac
by the cord or yank the cord to disconnect it from the
receptacle. Keep the cord away from heat, oil and sharp
edges.
8. Moving parts – Keep hands and feet away from moving
parts. Keep guards in place and in proper working order.
9. Do not force the tool – It will perform better with less
likelihood of personal or mechanical injury if it is used at
the rate for which it was designed.
10. Wear personal protective equipment – When using this
tool, wear safety glasses with side shields or goggles to
provide necessary eye protection. Wear ear defenders to
prevent hearing damage. Use a face or dust mask if the
work environment is dusty.
11. Disconnect the tool – Disconnect the blower vac from
the power supply when it is not in use, before servicing
it, when changing accessories and when performing any
other maintenance task.
12. Store idle tool indoors – When not in use, the blower vac
should be stored indoors in a dry and high or locked-up
place out of the reach of children.
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