Operating Instructions - Yardworks 60-3866-8 Operator's Manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

CONNECTING THE POWER CORD
Use a minimum 25' (7.6 m.) long, 16AWG, outdoor electrical cord when using this unit. Other
sizes include
MINIMUM WIRE SIZE FOR EXTENSION CORDS FOR
120 VOLT APPLIANCES USING 0-12 AMPS*
Cord length (ft.)
Wire size (AWG)*
WARNING:
(one blade is wider than the other) and will require the use of a polarized extension
cord.
This unit plug will only fit into a polarized extension cord in one orientation. If the plug does not
fully fit into the extension cord, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit, obtain a correct
polarized extension cord.
A polarized extension cord will require the use of a polarized wall outlet. This plug will only fit
into a polarized wall outlet in a specific orientation. If the plug does not fit fully into the wall
outlet, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the
proper wall outlet. Do not change the unit plug, extension cord receptacle, or extension cord
plug in any way.
1. Secure the extension cord to the motor housing using the notch above the handle.
This prevents accidental removal of the electrical cord.
2. Plug the female end of the electrical cord into the receptacle at the back of the unit.
STARTING/STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS
This unit is equipped with a three-way (OFF/ LOW/ HIGH) switch
Slide the switch all the way down for OFF.
Slide the switch up to the first position for LOW speeds up to 120 MPH.
Slide the switch up to the second position for HIGH speeds up to 150 MPH.
Once the unit is plugged in, stand in the operating position. Slide the power/speed switch to
LOW or HIGH to start the unit. To stop the unit, slide the switch to OFF.
HOLDING THE BLOWER/VAC
Before operating the unit, stand in the operating position. Check for the following:
Operator is wearing proper clothing, such as boots, safety glasses or goggles,
ear/hearing protection, gloves, long pants and a long sleeve shirt.
WARNING:
times when operating this unit. Wear a face mask or dust mask in dusty locations
If the conditions are dusty, the operator is wearing a dust mask or face mask.
The unit is in good working condition.
The tubes and the bag are in place and secure.
WARNING:
the blower tube or the vac tubes and the bag are in place before operating the unit.
25 50
16 14
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this unit has a polarized plug
To avoid serious personal injury, wear goggles or safety glasses at all
To prevent serious personal injury or damage to the unit, make sure
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100 150
12 10