Black & Decker LB700 - Electric Leaf Blower Manual

SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS

It is important for you to read and understand this manual. The information it contains relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING PROBLEMS. The symbols below are used to help you recognize this information.

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE: Used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.

IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS & INSTRUCTIONS

TO REDUCE RISK OF INJURY:

• Before any use, be sure everyone using this unit reads and understands all safety instructions and other information contained in this manual.
• Save these instructions and review frequently prior to use and in instructing others.
• Do not point unit discharge at self or bystanders.
• Keep long hair and loose clothing away from openings and moving parts.

When using an electric tool, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following.

Some dust created by this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

• compounds in fertilizers
• compounds in insecticides, herbicides and pesticides
• arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber

To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, wear approved safety equipment such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

READ ALL AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL TOOLS

Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:

• READ and follow all instructions.
• DO NOT place inlet or outlet of blower near eyes or ears when operating.
• THIS APPLIANCE IS PROVIDED WITH DOUBLE INSULATION. Use only identical replacement parts. See instructions for servicing of double insulated appliances.
• STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use, the unit should be stored in a dry, high or locked-up place - out of reach of children.
• DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
• DO NOT pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
• MAINTAIN TOOL WITH CARE. Keep fan area clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for proper maintenance.
• DO NOT attempt to repair the blower. To assure product safety and reliability, repairs, maintenance, and adjustments should be performed by BLACK+DECKER service centers or authorized service stations, always using BLACK+DECKER replacement parts.
• DO NOT operate blower in a gaseous or explosive atmosphere. Motors in these tools normally spark, and the sparks might ignite fumes.
• DO NOT use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where they may be present.
• USE EXTRA CARE when cleaning on stairs.
• DO NOT leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.
• DO NOT allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children. Not recommended for use by children.
• DO NOT attempt to clear clogs from tool without first unplugging it.
• USE ONLY as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's recommended attachments.
• DO NOT use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center.
• DO NOT pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
• DO NOT unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• DO NOT put any objects into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair and everything that may reduce air flow.
• KEEP hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
• TURN OFF all controls before unplugging.
• DO NOT immerse any part of the tool in liquid.
• DO NOT handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
• KEEP CHILDREN, BYSTANDERS AND ANIMALS AWAY from the work area a minimum of 30 feet (10 meters) when starting or operating the tool. Do not blow debris in directions of bystanders.

Shock Hazard. To reduce the risk of electrical shock; do not expose to rain, do not use on wet surfaces. Store indoors.

Cut Hazard. Turn off and unplug unit, then wait until fan stops or at least 10 seconds before removing the blower tube assemblies.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Servicing of Double Insulated Appliances

Your Blower is double-insulated to give you added safety. In a double insulated appliance, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. No grounding means is provided on a double insulated appliance, nor should a means for grounding be added to the appliance. Servicing a double insulated appliance requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and should be done only by qualified service personnel. Replacement parts for a double insulated appliance must be identical to the parts they replace. A double insulated appliance is marked with the words double insulated or "double insulation". The symbol (square within a square) may also be marked on the appliance.

To prevent electric shock use only with an extension cord suitable for outdoor use, such as SW, SOW, STW, STOW, SJW, SJOW, SJTW, or SJTOW.

To reduce the risk of personal injury due to a loose electrical connection between the appliance's plug and extension cord, firmly and fully attach the appliance plug to the extension cord. Periodically check the connection while operating to ensure it is fully attached. Do not use an extension cord that provides a loose connection. A loose connection may result in overheating, fire, and increases the risk of a burning.

• To reduce the risk of disconnection of the appliance cord from the extension cord during operating:
  1. Make a knot as shown in figures below , or
     
  2. Use one of the plug-receptacle retaining straps or connectors described in this manual.
  3. Secure the extension cord to the appliance plug as shown or described in the Operating Instructions.
• Maintain Appliance With Care – Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged.

REPAIRS AND SERVICE.
Repairs, maintenance and any adjustments not specified in this manual should be performed by BLACK+DECKER authorized service centers or other qualified service organizations, always using identical replacement parts.

Safety Rules and Instructions

Extension Cords

Double insulated tools have 2-wire cords and can be used with 2-wire or 3-wire extension cords.
Only round jacketed extension cords should be used, and we recommend that they be listed by Underwriters Laboratories (U.L.) (C.S.A. in Canada). If the extension will be used outside, the cord must be suitable for outdoor use. Any cord marked as outdoor can also be used for indoor work. An extension cord must have adequate wire size (AWG or American Wire Gauge) for safety, and to prevent loss of power and overheating. The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the greater the capacity of the cable, that is 16 gauge has more capacity than 18 gauge. When using more than one extension to make up the total length, be sure each individual extension contains at least the minimum wire size. Before using an extension cord, inspect it for loose or exposed wires, damaged insulation, and defective fittings. Make any needed repairs or replace the cord if necessary.

To determine the minimum wire size required, refer to the chart:

Polarized Plug

To reduce the risk of electric shock, this equipment has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This equipment must be used with a suitable polarized 2 wire or 3 wire extension cord. Polarized connections will fit together only one way. Make sure that the receptacle end of the extension cord has large and small blade slot widths. If the plug does not fit fully into the extension cord, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, obtain a suitable extension cord. If the extension cord does not fit fully into the outlet, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the tool plug or extension cord in any way.

The label on your tool may include the following symbols:

V	volts	A	amperes
Hz	hertz	W	watts
min	minutes	or AC	alternating current
or DC	direct current	n0	no load speed
	double insulated		earthing terminal
	safety alert symbol	.../min or rpm	revolutions or reciprocation per minute
	Use proper respiratory protection		Use proper hearing protection
	Use proper eye protection

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

1. On / Off Switch
2. Blower Tube Release Button
3. Lock Lever
4. Blower Tube
5. Cord Retention Hook
6. Power Head Handle

OPERATION

NOTE: Ensure the blower is switched off and disconnected from the power supply before attaching or removing the blower tubes. The tube assembly must be assembled to the housing before use.

TUBE ASSEMBLY

• To attach the blower tube (4) to the blower, line up the tube with the blower housing as shown in figure. Push the tube into the blower housing until the lock lever (3) engages the lock hole in the blower tube.
  
• To remove the tube depress the lock button and slide the tube off the blower housing.

ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES. WEAR A FILTER MASK IF THE OPERATION IS DUSTY. USE OF RUBBER GLOVES AND SUBSTANTIAL FOOTWEAR IS RECOMMENDED WHEN WORKING OUTDOORS. FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
Use blower only in daylight or good artificial light.

SWITCHING ON AND OFF

USE BOTH HANDS TO GRIP THE PRODUCT FIRMLY WHEN SWITCHING ON.

DO NOT POINT UNIT DISCHARGE AT SELF OR BYSTANDERS.

The tool will continue to run for approximately 5 seconds after it has been switched off. Use both hands to grip the tool and let the motor come to a complete stop before setting the tool down.

Your blower is fitted with a on/off switch located on the top of the power head handle (6).

• To switch the blower on, slide the on/off (1) switch forward as shown.
  
• To switch the blower off, slide the on/off (1) switch back as shown.
  

EXTENSION CORD RETAINER

A cord retention hook is incorporated into the rear of the power head.

• To use the cord retention hook (5) as shown in figure, insert the extension cord into the cord retainer housing from the side. Loop the extension cord around the retainer so it rests in the hook of the cord retainer. Then plug the cord from the power head into the extension cord.
  

UNIT OPERATION

Always wear safety glasses. Wear a filter mask if the operation is dusty. Use of gloves, long pants and substantial footwear is recommended. Keep long hair and loose clothing away from openings and moving parts. THIS BLOWER IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

NOTE: Ensure the blower is switched off and disconnected from the power supply before attaching or removing the blower tube. The blower tube must be assembled to the housing before use.

• Hold the blower steady and sweep from side to side with the nozzle several inches above the surface as shown in figure. Slowly advance, keeping the accumulated pile of debris in front of you.
  

ACCESSORIES

• Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available from your local dealer or authorized service center. If you need assistance regarding accessories, please call: 1-800-544-6986.

TROUBLESHOOTING

For assistance with your product, visit our website www.blackanddecker.com for the location of the service center nearest you or call the BLACK+DECKER help line at 1-800-544-6986.

SERVICE INFORMATION

All BLACK+DECKER Service Centers are staffed with trained personnel to provide customers with efficient and reliable power tool service. Whether you need technical advice, repair, or genuine factory replacement parts, contact the BLACK+DECKER location nearest you. To find your local service location, call: 1-800-544-6986 or visit www.blackanddecker.com.

Black+Decker owned and authorized service centers are listed online at www.blackanddecker.com.

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Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc.,
701 E. Joppa Rd.
Towson, MD 21286 U.S.A.

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