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english
accessories.
An accidental start-up
can cause injury.
WARNING:
Use only
D
e
WALT
battery
packs and chargers.
inserting and removing the
battery pack from the Tool (fig. 3-4)
NoTE:
Make sure your battery pack (f) is fully
charged.
To insTall THe baTTery paCk inTo THe Tool Handle
1. Align the battery pack (f) with the rails inside the
tool's battery housing (e).
2. Slide it into the blower until the battery pack is
firmly seated in the tool and ensure you hear the
lock snap into place.
To reMove THe baTTery paCk FroM THe Tool
1. Press the release button (g) and firmly pull the
battery pack out of the tool.
2. Insert battery pack into the charger as
described in the charger section of this manual.
FUel GaUGe baTTery paCks (FiG. 5)
Some D
e
WALT battery packs include a fuel gauge
which consists of three green LED lights that
indicate the level of charge remaining in the battery
pack.
To actuate the fuel gauge, press and hold the fuel
gauge button (h). A combination of the three green
LED lights will illuminate designating the level of
charge left. When the level of charge in the battery
is below the usable limit, the fuel gauge will not
illuminate and the battery will need to be recharged.
NoTE:
The fuel gauge is only an indication of the
charge left on the battery pack. It does not indicate
tool functionality and is subject to variation based
on product components, temperature and end-user
application.
Tube assembly (fig. 6)
CAUTION:
Ensure the battery is
removed before attaching or removing
the tube (d). The tube must be attached
to the housing (i) before use.
• To attach the tube to the blower, line up the
pegs (j) on the bottom of the tube with the notch
(k) on the bottom of the housing opening. Push
the tube into the blower housing until the lock
engages the tube and an audible click is heard.
• Pull on the tube to ensure it is securely in place.
•
Young children and the infirm.
This appliance
is not intended for use by young children or
infirm persons without supervision.
• This product is not intended for use by persons
(including children) suffering from diminished
physical, sensory or mental abilities; lack of
experience, knowledge or skills unless they are
supervised by a person responsible for their
safety. Children should never be left alone with
this product.
electrical safety
The electric motor has been designed for one
voltage only. Always check that the battery pack
voltage corresponds to the voltage on the rating
plate. Also make sure that the voltage of your
charger corresponds to that of your mains.
Your
D
e
WALT
charger is double
insulated in accordance with EN60335;
therefore no earth wire is required.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by a specially prepared cord available through the
D
e
WALT
service organisation.
Mains plug replacement
(U.k. & ireland only)
If a new mains plug needs to be fitted:
• Safely dispose of the old plug.
• Connect the brown lead to the live terminal in
the plug.
• Connect the blue lead to the neutral terminal.
WARNING:
No connection is to be
made to the earth terminal.
Follow the fitting instructions supplied with good
quality plugs. Recommended fuse: 3 A.
Using an extension Cable
An extension cord should not be used unless
absolutely necessary. Use an approved extension
cable suitable for the power input of your charger
(see
Technical Data
). The minimum conductor size
is 1 mm
2
; the maximum length is 30 m.
When using a cable reel, always unwind the cable
completely.
asseMbly and adJUsTMenTs
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
serious personal injury, turn tool
off and disconnect battery pack
before making any adjustments or
removing/installing attachments or
