Leaf Blower Vac
9242
Instructions for Use
Please read and retain these instructions for future reference
v003: 06/02/18
Page No. 8
Study the warning stickers on the machine, and replace any damaged or illegible warning stickers.
Read these instructions carefully. Find out what the controls do and learn how to use the machine correctly
and safely.
The user is responsible for any accidents that happen to other people or their property.
Preparation
Always wear suitable clothing, gloves and stout shoes. The use of approved safety goggles is
recommended.
Before using your Leaf Blower Vac always visually inspect it to see that any parts are not worn or
damaged. Replace worn or damaged parts. Always inspect the insulation on the power cord and any
extension cable to be used, for cuts, and abrasions and the condition of connectors. Any cable that is
cut or worn and any damaged connectors should be replaced before using the Leaf Blower Vac.
Always check that there is no material left in the Leaf Blower Vac before starting. This could be
dangerous.
Always check the operation of the Residual Current Device (R.C.D.) before every use.
Only use replacement parts, recommended for this product.
Take care when carrying out any repair or adjustment.
A Leaf Blower Vac that has been modified or is incomplete is dangerous and no attempt should be
made to operate it.
Using your Leaf Blower Vac
Always check the area to be worked, for wire and other debris etc, that could cause damage to the
Leaf Blower Vac and injury to the operator.
Never feed hard objects such as stones, bottles, cans or pieces of metal into the Leaf Blower Vac.
They can cause damage to the machine and possible injury to the operator and bystanders.
Never use the machine if there are people, especially children, or animals nearby.
Never let any person who is not familiar with these instructions operate this machine.
Avoid operating the Leaf Blower Vac in wet conditions, wherever possible.
Know how to stop the Leaf Blower Vac quickly in an emergency.
Never operate the Leaf Blower Vac if any of the guards are damaged, incorrectly fitted or missing.
Make sure that you have adopted a safe and secure operating position before using the Leaf Blower
Vac.
Make sure that all nuts and bolts are secure before starting the Leaf Blower Vac.
Only use the Leaf Blower Vac in dry surroundings never outdoors in the rain.
Do not use the Leaf Blower Vac if it has a faulty safety device or if a guard is missing.
Special care should be taken when cleaning. This should only be done with the Leaf Blower Vac
switched off and disconnected from the mains supply to prevent injury.
Ensure that the cable and any extension cable used are checked for damage and are coiled correctly
without kinks.
Remove the plug from the mains supply:
Before leaving the Leaf Blower Vac unattended;
Before clearing any blockage;
Before checking, cleaning or carrying out any work.
If a foreign body, or other debris, is accidentally fed into the Leaf Blower Vac, stop it immediately
and do not use the Leaf Blower Vac until it has been checked and you are sure that the entire Leaf
Blower Vac is in a safe operating condition.
