Yardworks 060-3984-0 Owner's Manual page 4

Double insulated Snow Thrower
DANGER: Basic safety precautions should always be followed when using electric tools
in order to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury. Read the entire
Owner's Manual carefully and understand it thoroughly before using this Snow Thrower.
Pay close attention to the operating instructions and safety rules.
• This Snow Thrower is "DOUBLE INSULATED"
Extension Cord
WARNING: In order to reduce the risk of electric shock when operating this Snow
Thrower, use only a CSA-listed extension cord that is approved for outdoor use, such as
Type SJTW, 16AWG, and that has a lower temperature rating of -40° F (-40° C).
• Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection should be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s)
that will be used for this Snow Thrower. For an extra measure of safety, use a receptacle that has
built-in GFCI protection.
• The nameplate on the Snow Thrower indicates the voltage used. Do not connect the Snow
Thrower to an AC circuit that provides a different voltage from the voltage that is indicated on the
nameplate.
Amperage rating of the tool
(120 V circuit only)
More than Not more than
6
WARNING: In order to prevent electric shock, use an extension cord that is suitable for
outdoor use.
• Inspect the extension cord and the power cord on a regular basis. Look for deterioration, cuts, or
cracks in the insulation. Inspect the connections for damage. Repair or replace the extension cord
or the power cord if any damage is found.
• Verify that the rotor and all moving parts have come to a complete stop, and disconnect the
Snow Thrower from the power supply in order to prevent accidental start-ups before cleaning or
performing any inspections or repairs.
• Do not abuse the extension cord. Do not carry the Snow Thrower by the power cord or pull on
the cord in order to disconnect it from the receptacle.
• Keep the extension cord away from heat, oil, and sharp edges in order to prevent damage.
• If the extension cord is damaged in any manner while it is plugged in, disconnect it from the
outlet immediately.
• Prevent any possible disconnection of the power cord from the extension cord while the Snow
Thrower is in use by using the cord retainer and guide bar. Refer to the section entitled Using the
Cord Retainer.
SAFETY RULES
Recommended size of extension cords
25' (7.6 m)
Minimum Gauge for the extension cord (AWG)
10 18
Total length of the extension cord
50' (15.2 m) 100' (30.4 m)
16
4
150' (45.7 m)
14 12