Black & Decker GW200 User Manual page 8

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Safety instructions
Training
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Safe working distance whilst in blow mode.
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Never allow children or persons who
are unfamiliar with this type of product
to use it, nor anyone who has not read
this manual.
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Do not allow children, animals or other
360˚
persons near your product when in use
- always keep them at least 6m (20ft)
away from the working area.
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Remember that the operator/user is
responsible for accidents or hazards
occurring to other people or their
property.
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Your product is designed for use on AC
(mains) electrical supplies only - do not
attempt to use on any other supply.
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Plug your product into a power point -
never a lighting socket. The
recommended fuse is 13 amp (UK only).
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Never carry your product by the cable
or jerk the cable. Keep the cable away
from heat sources, oils or sharp edges.
Check the condition of your cable
before use and do not use if damaged.
Preparation
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Do not operate your product barefoot
or in open sandals.
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To protect your feet, always wear stout
shoes or boots - freshly cut grass is
damp and slippery. Rubber or man
made footwear will enhance your safety.
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Use protective equipment. Wear safety
spectacles or goggles whilst operating
your product in blow mode.
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Use a face mask if dusty.
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Use ear protection if the sound level
seems uncomfortable when using your
product.
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Wear long trousers to protect your legs.
Warning! Secure long hair so it is above
shoulder length. Keep loose clothing, ties,
tassels and hanging straps away from
openings and moving parts.
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The power supply cable should be
regularly inspected for signs of damage
or ageing, and only used if in good
condition.
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Always be sure your product is in a safe
operating condition and all parts are
secure before use.
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Do not operate the product if any parts
are defective or worn.
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Do not pick up burning materials such
as lit cigarette butts.
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Do not operate the blower/vacuum in a
gaseous or explosive atmosphere as
motors in these tools normally spark
and this may ignite fumes.
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Do not allow the unit to be used by
persons under the age of 16 or other
persons who have not read this user
manual. You are responsible if there is
an accident.
Operation
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Do not use in vacuum mode without
the vacuum tubes and collection bag in
place.
Always switch off and remove the plug
from the electrical supply when:
!
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Changing from blower to vacuum.
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The supply cable has become
damaged or entangled.
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You leave your product.
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Clearing a blockage.
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Checking, adjusting, cleaning or
working on your product.
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Do not place the inlet or outlet of the
vacuum near eyes or ears when
operating.
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Do not use your product in the rain and
do not allow it to get wet. Avoid using
the product in wet conditions.
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Use your product only in daylight or
good artificial light.
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Do not cross gravel paths or roads
whilst your product is switched on
during blow/vac mode.
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Always be sure of your footing,
particularly on slopes.
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Do not pick up matter that may be
contaminated with flammable or
combustible liquids such as gasoline, or
use in areas where they might be present.
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Do not place any objects into the
openings. Never use if the openings are
blocked - keep free of hair, lint, dust
and anything that may reduce the
airflow.
Warning! Always use your product in the
manner outlined in this manual. Your
product is designed to be used in an
upright mode and if it is used in any other
way it may result in injury. Never run your
product whilst lying on it's side or upside
down.