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OPERATOR’S MANUAL HANDY BROOM ELECTRIC BLOWER UT42799 Your blower has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before...
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS BLOWER Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust.
The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. Do not point the blower nozzle in the direction of people or pets. WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Alternating Current Direct Current Class II Construction Wet Conditions Alert Read The Operator’s Manual Safety Alert Keep Bystanders Away Eye Protection Long Hair Blower Tubes Loose Clothing SYMBOLS DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Voltage Current Frequency (cycles per second) Power Time Type of current...
To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt to use this product until you read thoroughly and understand completely the operator’s manual. If you do not under- stand the warnings and instructions in the operator’s manual, do not use this product. Call Homelite customer service for assistance. Page 6...
DOUBLE INSULATION Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three- wire grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal motor components with protecting insulation. Double insulated tools do not need to be grounded.
POWER SWITCH UPPER TUBE BLOWER TUBES The blower tubes can be assembled and installed on the blower using only a screwdriver. CORD RETAINER A convenient cord retainer helps keep the extension cord connection secure during blower operation. TOOLS NEEDED ...
Press down on the ridged area on the upper blower tube and continue to slide the tube forward until the screw hole on the side of the blower tube aligns with the hole on the blower housing. Install the screw provided and rotate clockwise to secure.
To start the blower, place the power switch in the ON ( l ) position. To stop the blower, place the power switch in the OFF ( O ) position.
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OPERATING THE BLOWER See Figure 5. To keep from scattering debris, blow around the outer edges of a debris pile. Never blow directly into the center of a pile. To reduce sound levels, limit the number of pieces of equipment used at any one time.
STORAGE (1 MONTH OR LONGER) Clean all foreign material from the blower. Store indoors in a place that is inaccessible to children. Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemi- cals and de-icing salts.
HOMELITE brand product. Proof of purchase will be required by the dealer to substantiate any warranty claim. All warranty work must be performed by a Homelite authorized service center.
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UT42799 SERVICE For parts or service, contact your nearest Homelite authorized service dealer. Be sure to provide all relevant information when you call or visit. For the location of the authorized service dealer nearest you, please call 1-800-242-4672 or visit us online at www.homelite.com.