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TO REDUCE RISK OF INJURY:
Before any use, be sure everyone using thiS tool reads and
understands all safety instructions and other information
GOn~
tained in this manual.
CAUTION'
personal hearing peoteetion during
use. Under some
c;;;nd duration of use, noise from this
produet may contribute to hearing loss.
GENERAL
DON'T ABUSE CORD - Never Blower Vac by cord or yank it
to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oiJ, and
sharp edges.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY· All Visitors, children and pets should
stay at a safe distance from the work area.
DRESS PROPERLY - Don't wear loose clothing or jewelry.
Wear
hair covering to contain long hair. They can be
moving parts. Use
of
rubber gloves and substantjal
is recommended when 'NOrking outdoors.
USE SAFETY GLASSES -Wear safety glasses
"r.th
s:d. shields
marked to comply with ANSI
Z87.1
standard
product Use face or dust mask if operation
GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER (GFCI) protection
should be
on the carcuit
(S)
of outlet (51 to be used for
the
are available having buiit...jn
GFCI
used.
USE RIGHT APPUANGE ­
Do
not use appliance for any job
except that for which it is intended.
..-~
EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good
condition, When using an extension cord be sure it is
to
current your product iNill draw. An
cause a drop in line voltage resulting in los5 of
and cverheating. The follm,ving table shows the correct
use depending on cord length and nameplate
rating. If in daubt, use the next heavier gage. The
gage number, the heavier the cord_
._L
Volts
120V
240V
Minimum Gage for Cord Sets
Total Length of cord in Feet
0-25
26·50
51-100
101-150
0-50
51-100 101-200 201-300
Ampere Rating
More
Not More
Than
Than
American 'Nire Gage
a
6
10
12
6
10
12
16
18
18
16
14
16
16
16
12
16
14
14
12
14
12
Not Recommended
- Double I nsulation is a
in safety
in
power tools, which eliminates the need
usual
three.-wre grou'1ded pOVJer c:ord_ All exposed metal
are
isolated from tile internal metal motor
protecting
Double insulated tools do not reed to be grounded.
double insulated system is intended
to
user from shock resulting from a break in the
roars
insulatioh. Observe all normal safety precautions
to
avoid
electric:al shock.
Save these instructions and review frequently prior to use and In
instructing others.
WARNING: When using eleelric gardening appliances, basic
pre,ca,utierns should always be followed to reduce risk of
shock, and personal injury, including the following:
RElAD ALL INSTRUCTIONS
It is posslble
to
tie
more
than one extension cord in a
knot
to preventlhem from becoming disconnected
during use. Make the knot as shoVVll, then connect:
the
plug end of the extension cord into the recepllilcle
and the other end into the pfug on the b!ov;er hous ­
ing.
WARNING: Use outdoor extension cords marked SW·A, SOW·A,
STW·A, STOW-A, SJVV·A, SJT'/rJ·A,
or
SJTOWA. These cords
are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric: shock.
DISCONNECT BLOWER VAC from the power supply when not in
use or w'hen servicing or cleaning. Do not leave unattended.
DISCONNECT BLOWER VAC from the
not in
use or vvhen servicing or cleaning. Do
AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS - Don't use Blow"r Vae
in rarn, damp
Of
wet
locations. Do
8tower Vee In
gaseous or explosive atmospheres.
in these toofs nor ­
mally spark, and the sparks might ignite fumes.
AI/OlD UNINTEi\'TIONAL ST ARTING
\>\lith finser on swITch. Be sure s'.Mtch is
off
when
in.
DANGER: Risk
of
personal inlury and/or
DoNat
manually place material
Keep both hands on handles when power is on.
DO NOT ATTEMPT to remove material or hold material to be
vacuumed 'Nllen Blower Vac is 011. Make sure BJoVlr'e:r Vac svvitch
is off VIlhan dearing jammed material from vacuum tube. Do not
pick up Blower Vac by the tube or attempt to carry unit by the
blower/vacuum tube.
CAUTION: Moving parts coast after turn off.
DON'T FORCE BLOWER VAG -It will
'>Mth less likelihood of a risk of injury at the
was designed.
STAY ALERT - Watch what you are doing" Use common sense.
Do not operate hedge trimmer 'JYhen
are tired or under the
influence of d,ugs, alcohol or me,dicatic,ns.
STORE IDLE BLOWERVAC INDOORS-When not in use"
Blav... - er Vac should be stored indoo;"s in a dry and high or
Ic~ked~
up place, 0;,.1 of reach of child,en.
MAINTAIN BLOWER VAG WITH CARE - Keep blo""r tube clear
and clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury.
Inspect extension cord periodically and replace
if
damaged. Keep
handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.

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