EarthWise BLR20075 Operator'S Manual Download

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TO REDUCE RISK OF INJURY:

Before any use, be sure everyone using this tool

reads and understands all safety instructions and

other information contained in this manual.

CAUTION:

Wear appropriate personal hearing

protection during use. Under some conditions

and duration of use, noise from this product may

contribute to hearing loss.

Save these instructions and review frequently prior to

use and when instructing others.

WARNING:

When using electric gardening appliances,

basic safety precautions should always be followed to

reduce risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

GENERAL SAFETY

KEEP CHILDREN AWAY - All visitors, children and pets should stay

at a safe distance from the work area.
DRESS PROPERLY – Don’t wear loose clothing or jewelry. They

can be caught in moving parts. Wear protective hair covering to

contain long hair. Use of rubber gloves and substantial footwear is

recommended when working outdoors.
USE SAFETY GLASSES –Wear safety glasses with side shields or

goggles that are marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1 standard when

operating this product. Use face or dust mask if operation is dusty.
GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER (GFCI) protection

should be provided on the circuit (s) or outlet (s) to be used for the

blower. Receptacles are available having built-in GFCI protection and

may be used.
USE RIGHT EQUIPMENT – Do not use equipment for any job except

that for which it is intended.
DOUBLE INSULATION – Double Insulation is a concept in safety

in electric power tools, which eliminates the need for the usual

three-wire grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are isolated

from the internal metal motor components with protecting insulation.

Double insulated tools do not need to be grounded.

NOTE: The double insulated system is intended to protect the user

from shock resulting from a break in the tool’s internal insulation.

Observe all normal safety precautions to avoid electrical shock.
POLARIZED PLUGS-To reduce the risk of electric shock, this

product has a polarized plug. 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 plug on the tool or the extension cord in any way.
EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good

condition. When using an extension cord be sure it is heavy enough

to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized extension

cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and

overheating. The following table shows the correct size to use

depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt,

use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier

the cord.

To reduce the risk of disconnection from the extension cord during

use you can make a knot as shown. It is also possible to tie more

than one extension cord in a knot as shown to prevent them from

becoming disconnected during use.

WARNING:

Use outdoor extension cords marked SW-A, SOW-A,

STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A, SJTW-A, or SJTOWA. These cords are

rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock.
Before each use check the electrical cord for wear or damage. Do

not use the blower if the cord is damaged or worn.
Never allow children to use the blower.
Never allow people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the

blower.
DISCONNECT BLOWER from the power supply when not in use or

when servicing or cleaning. Do not leave unattended.
AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS – Don’t use this tool in the

rain, or in damp or wet locations. Do not operate the tool in gaseous

or explosive atmospheres. Motors in these tools normally spark and

might ignite fumes.
AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING – Don’t carry Blower with

finger on switch. Be sure switch is off when plugging in.
DON’T ABUSE CORD – Never carry the blower by the cord or yank

the cord to disconnect from the receptacle. Keep the cord away from

heat, oil, and sharp edges.
DON’T FORCE BLOWER – It will do the job better and with less

likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed.
STAY ALERT – Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do

not operate blower when you are tired or under the influence of

drugs, alcohol or medications.
If the cord becomes damaged during use, disconnect the cord from

the supply immediately. DO NOT TOUCH THE CORD BEFORE

DISCONNECTING THE SUPPLY.
STORE IDLE BLOWER INDOORS – When not in use, Blower should

be stored indoors in a dry place, out of reach of children.
MAINTAIN BLOWER WITH CARE – Keep blower tube clear and

clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Inspect

extension cord periodically and replace if damaged. Keep handles

dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
Always direct the cord to the rear and away from the blower.
The operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards

occurring to other people or their property.
Never blow debris in the direction of bystanders.

WARNING:

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.

WARNING: California Proposition 65: