Save These Instructions - Yard Works 60-3856-2 Operator's Manual

• Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection
should be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) that will
be used for the unit. Use receptacles with built-in
GFCI protection for an extra measure of safety.
• A nameplate on your unit indicates the voltage used.
Never connect the unit to an AC voltage that differs
from this voltage.
• Inspect all extension cords and the unit power
connection periodically. Look closely for deterioration,
cuts or cracks in the insulation. Also inspect the
connections for damage. Repair or replace the cords if
any defects appear.
• Avoid dangerous environments. Never operate your
unit in damp or wet conditions. Moisture is a shock
hazard.
• Do not use the unit in the rain.
• Do not handle the plug or the unit with wet hands.
WHILE OPERATING
• Wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked as
meeting ANSI Z87.1-1989 standards. Also wear
ear/hearing protection when operating this unit. Wear
a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty. Long
sleeve shirts are recommended.
• Wear heavy, long pants, boots and gloves. Do not
wear loose clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals or
go barefoot. Secure hair above shoulder level.
• Avoid accidental starting. Do not carry around a unit
that is plugged in with your finger on the trigger
switch. Be sure the switch is in the off position when
plugging in the unit.
• Do not set unit on any surface except a clean, hard
area while engine is running. Debris such as gravel,
sand, dust, grass, etc. could be picked up by the air
intake and thrown out by the discharge opening,
damaging unit, property, or causing serious injury to
bystanders or operator.
• Use the right tool. Only use this tool for the purpose
intended.
• Do not overreach. Always keep proper footing and
balance. Do not operate from unstable surfaces like
ladders, trees, slopes or rooftops.
• Do not abuse the power cord. Do not pull or carry the
unit by the cord, use the cord as a handle, close a
door on the cord, or pull the cord around sharp edges
or corners. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces,
oil and sharp edges.
• Do not unplug by pulling on the cord. To unplug, grasp
the plug, not the cord.
• Always remain alert. Use common sense. To prevent
injury to yourself and others, do not operate this unit if
you are fatigued.
• Do not operate the unit while under the influence of
drugs, alcohol or medication.
• Do not leave the blower/vacuum plugged in when not
in use, changing attachments, or while being
serviced.
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with
any opening blocked; keep free of dirt, debris and
anything that may reduce the air flow.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body
away from openings and moving parts.
• Use only Genuine Factory Parts™ replacement parts
when servicing this unit. These parts are available from
your authorized service dealer. Do not use
unauthorized parts, accessories, or attachments for
this unit. Doing so could lead to serious injury to the
user, or damage to the unit, and void your warranty.
• Do not force unit. It will do the job better and with less
likelihood of injury at a rate for which it was designed.
• Never use the blower/vacuum without the
blower/vacuum tube and vacuum bag attached.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
• Unplug the blower/vacuum before attempting to install
or remove the blower/vacuum tube or vacuum bag.
The unit must be unplugged, and the impeller blades
stopped to avoid contact with the rotating blades.
WHILE OPERATING UNIT AS A BLOWER
• Never point the blower in the direction of people or
pets, or in the direction of windows. Always direct the
blowing debris away from people, animals, and
windows. Use extra caution when blowing debris near
solid objects such as trees, automobiles, walls, etc.
WHILE OPERATING UNIT AS A VACUUM
• Avoid situations that could catch the vacuum bag on
fire. Do not operate near an open flame. Do not
vacuum warm ash from fireplaces, barbecue pits,
brush piles, etc. Do not vacuum discarded cigars or
cigarettes unless the cinders are completely cool.
• The unit is designed to pickup dry material such as
leaves, grass, small twigs, and bits of paper. Do not
attempt to vacuum wet debris and/or standing water
as this may result in damage to the blower/ vacuum.
To avoid severe damage to the impeller, do not
vacuum metal, broken glass, etc.
OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS
• Be sure to secure the unit while transporting.
• Store the unit in a dry area, locked up to prevent
unauthorized use or damage, and stored in a high
place out of the reach of children.
• Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other
liquid. Keep handles dry, clean and free from debris.
Clean after each use. See the Cleaning and Storage
instructions.
• Keep these instructions. Refer to them often and use
them to instruct other users. If you loan someone this
unit, also loan them these instructions.

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