A Division of Snow Joe
®
, LLC
Model ASHJ202E
Form No. SJ-ASHJ202E-880E-MR1
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
ELECTRIC ASH VACUUM
5-AMP | 4.8-GALLON
© 2017 by Snow Joe
®
, LLC
All rights reserved. Original instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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IMPORTANT!
Safety Instructions
All Operators Must Read These
Instructions Before Use
Any electrical appliance can be dangerous if used incorrectly.
Some of the safety precautions given in this manual apply
generally to many appliances. Other warnings are specific to
the use of this ash vacuum.
Always follow these safety guidelines. Failure to do so may
result in serious bodily injury or death.
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DANGER!
This indicates a hazardous situation, which,
if not followed, will result in serious injury or death.
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WARNING!
This indicates a hazardous situation, which,
if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death.
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CAUTION!
This indicates a hazardous situation, which,
if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
General Safety
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WARNING!
This ash vac is for household use only.
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CAUTION!
Never use this product to vacuum
liquids. Only use this unit to vacuum dry dust material!
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Do not vacuum up soot.
• Only vacuum up cold, noncombustible ashes.
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Do not vacuum up hot, burning, or red hot objects, such
as cigarettes, charcoal, or smoldering ashes.
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The temperature of the vacuumed material must be below
104°F (40°C). If it exceeds 104°F (40°C), there is a risk of
fire.
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WARNING!
When using electric tools, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:
1. Keep
filter
in place – Ensure that the equipment is
assembled correctly and the filter is in the correct position.
2. Keep bystanders and children away – All bystanders,
including children and pets, should be kept a safe
distance away from the work area.
3. Disconnect tool – Disconnect the ash vac from the
power supply when not in use, before servicing, when
transporting, or when changing accessories.
4. Do not use in dangerous environments – Do not use
power tools in damp or wet locations.
5. Do not use the ash vac in the rain.
6. Check for damaged parts – Before each use, repair,
or replace any part that is damaged. In addition, check
for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, and any other conditions that may
affect the tool's operation.
Inspect the ash vac cord periodically and if damage is
found have it repaired by an authorized service facility.
Extension cords should also be inspected periodically and
immediately replaced if damaged.
7. Avoid unintentional starting –
Make sure the switch is off
before plugging in the appliance.
8. Use the right tool – Do not force the tool or any
attachment on the tool to do a job for which they were
not designed.
9. Wear face or dust masks – If the cutting operation is
dusty, the use of a face or dust mask specially designed
to filter out microscopic particles is recommended.
10. Maintain tools with care – Keep tools clean for best
and safest performance. Follow instructions for changing
accessories. If the appliance is not working as it should,
has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped
into water, please call Snow Joe
®
+ Sun Joe
®
customer
service center at 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563).
11. Reduce the risk of unintentional starting – Make sure
the switch is in the OFF position before plugging the tool
into a power source.
12. Use recommended accessories – Consult the owner’s
manual for recommended accessories. The use of
improper accessories may cause risk of injury.
13. Do not abuse the cord – Never carry the appliance by its
cord or yank it to disconnect it from the receptacle. Keep
the cord away from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
14. Do not force the appliance – It will do the job better and
with less likelihood of a risk of injury if it is used at the rate
for which it was designed.
15. Do not overreach – Keep proper footing and balance
at all times.
16. Stay alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate the appliance when you are tired.
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