Craftsman 138.74899 Operator's Manual page 4

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the
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plug, not the cord.
 Use only identical manufacturer's replacement parts and
accessories. Use of any other parts may create a hazard
or cause product damage.
Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not
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working as it should, has been dropped, damaged,
left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service
center.
In a double insulated appliance, two systems of insulation
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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.
 Not intended for commercial use.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this appliance has a
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polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This
plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug
does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug.If it still
does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the
proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way. This unit
has a polarized plug (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.
To prevent serious personal injury, make sure the switch is
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in the OFF position, it is unplugged, and the impellers
have stopped before attaching or removing tubes.
To avoid serious personal injury, wear goggles or safety
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glasses at all times when operating this unit. Wear a face
mask or dust mask in dusty locations.
To prevent serious personal injury or damage to the unit,
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make sure the blower tube or the mulcher tubes and the
bag are in place before operating the unit.
To avoid serious personal injury, do not wear loose
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fitting clothing or articles such as scarves, strings,
chains, ties, etc., that could get drawn into the air
vents. To make sure long hair does not get drawn into
the air vents, tie back long hair.
Make sure your extension cord is in good condition.
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When using an extension cord, be sure to use one
heavy enough to carry the current your product will
draw. A wire gauge size (A.W.G.) of at least 14 is
recommended for an extension cord 50 feet or less in
length. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The
smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord. An
undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage
resulting in loss of power and overheating.
Do not point the blower nozzle in the direction of
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people or pets.
Never run the unit without the proper equipment
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attached. Always ensure the blower tubes are
installed.
When not in use, blower should be stored indoors in a
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dry, locked up place—out of the reach of children.
Maintain tool with care. Keep fan area clean for best
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and safest performance. Follow instructions for proper
maintenance.
Do not attempt to clear clogs from tool without first
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unplugging it.
Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, or
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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.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not expose
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to rain, do not use on wet surfaces. Store indoors.
If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be
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replaced only by the manufacturer or by an autho-
rized service center to avoid risk.
Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and
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use them to instruct others who may use this power
tool.
If you loan someone this power tool, loan them these
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instructions also.
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