Holding The Blower/Vac; Air Vents - Yardworks 60-3856-2 Owner's Manual

HOLDING THE BLOWER/VAC

Stand in the operating position before turning the
Blower/Vac on. Verify the following:
The operator is wearing proper clothing, including
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boots, safety glasses or goggles, ear/hearing protec-
tion, gloves, long pants, and long sleeves.
WARNING: In order to avoid serious personal
injury, wear goggles or safety glasses at all
times when operating this Blower/Vac. Wear a
face mask or a dust mask in dusty locations
If the conditions are dusty, the operator is wearing a
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dust mask or face mask.
The Blower/Vac is in good working condition.
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The Blower/Vac tubes and bag are installed properly
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and securely.
WARNING: In order to prevent serious
personal injury or damage to the product,
verify that the blower tubes or vacuum tubes
and the vacuum bag are in position before
using the Blower/Vac.
The snap-on bag is installed and zipped closed (when
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used as a vacuum)
OPERATING TIPS
Verify that the Blower/Vac is not directed at any person
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or at any loose debris before turning it on.
Verify that the Blower/Vac is in good working condition.
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Verify that all tubes and guards are in position and
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secure.
Always hold the Blower/Vac with both hands when it is
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in use.
Keep a firm grip on both the front and rear handles or
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grips.
In order to reduce the risk of hearing loss associated
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with excessive sound level(s), hearing protection is
required.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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Use the shoulder strap when vacuuming
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Operate power equipment only at reasonable hours —
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do not use this Blower/Vac early in the morning or late
at night, when people might be disturbed. Comply with
local by-laws. Usual recommendations are between
8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. on Monday - Thursday, or
between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on Friday - Sunday
In order to reduce noise levels, limit the number of
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pieces of equipment that are used at a time.
In order to reduce noise levels, operate this electric
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Blower/Vac at the lowest possible speed that will do the
job.
Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing.
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Dampen surfaces slightly when using the Blower/Vac in
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dusty conditions.
Conserve water by using a Blower/Vac instead of a
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hose for many lawn and garden applications, including
areas such as gutters, screens, patios, grills, porches,
and gardens.
Be aware of children, pets, open windows, or freshly
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washed cars, and blow debris safely away.
Clean up after using a blower and other equipment.
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Dispose of debris in an appropriate manner.

AIR VENTS

Do not cover the air vents. Keep them free of obstructions
and debris. They must remain clear at all times in order to
ensure proper cooling of the motor (Fig. 15).
Air Vents
WARNING: In order to avoid serious personal
injury, do not wear loose fitting clothing or
articles such as scarves, strings, chains, a tie,
etc,. that may get drawn into the air vents. Tie
back long hair above shoulder level in order to
ensure that it will not get drawn into the air
vents.
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