Preparation - Kobalt KHB 2024B-03 Manual

SAFETY INFORMATION
• Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or when wearing sandals or similar
lightweight footwear. Wear protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve your
footing on slippery surfaces.
• Batteries can explode in the presence of a source of ignition, such as a pilot light.
To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, never use any cordless product in the
presence of open flame. An exploded battery can propel debris and chemicals. If
exposed, flush with water immediately.
• Check the work area before each use. Remove all objects such as rocks, broken glass,
nails, wire, or string which can be thrown by or become entangled in the machine.
• Do not point the blower tube in the direction of people or pets.
• Never run the unit without the proper equipment attached. Always ensure that the
blower tube is installed.
• When not in use, the blower should be stored indoors in a dry, secure place out of the
reach of children.
• Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50 ft. away.
• When servicing a blower, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions
in the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow
Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of shock or injury.
• Never use the blower near fires or hot ashes. Use near fires or ashes can spread fires
and result in serious injury and/or property damage.
• Never use blower to spread chemicals, fertilizers, or any other toxic substances.
Spreading these substances could result in serious injury to the operator or bystanders.
• Never place the blower on any surface, except a hard, clean surface when the engine
is running. Gravel, sand, and other debris can be picked up by the air inlet and thrown at
the operator or bystanders, causing possible serious injuries.
• Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may
use this tool. If you loan this tool to someone else, also loan these instructions to them to
prevent misuse of the product and possible injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

PREPARATION

Know Your Blower
This blower can be used for the purpose listed: Clearing hard surfaces such as driveways and
walkways; keeping decks and driveways free from leaves and pine needles.
Before attempting to use the blower, familiarize yourself with all of its operating features and
safety requirements.
WARNING:
• Do not allow familiarity with the tool to cause carelessness. Remember that one careless
moment is enough to cause severe injury. Before attempting to use any tool, be sure to
become familiar with all of the operating features and safety instructions.
• Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accessories not recommended for use with this
tool. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition
leading to possible serious personal injury.
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