Toro Air Rake 51551, Operator'S Manual

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E The Toro Company – 1998
All Rights Reserved
Printed in USA
Safety
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should
always be followed, including the following:
Read All Instructions Before Using
This Appliance
WARNING
—To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock
or injury, follow these safety instructions.
To assure maximum safety, best performance, and to gain
knowledge of the appliance, it is essential that you or any other
operator of the appliance read and understand the contents of
this manual before operating the appliance. Pay particular
attention to the safety alert symbol which means
CAUTION, WARNING OR DANGER — “personal safety
instruction.” Read and understand the instruction because it
has to do with safety. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH
INSTRUCTION MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY,
RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK.
• Do not leave the appliance when plugged in. Unplug from
outlet when not in use and before servicing.
• Do not allow appliance to be used as a toy. Do not use near
children or pets. Do not let children use the appliance.
• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s
recommended attachments.
• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not
working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left
outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service dealer.
•
Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door
on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Keep cord
away from heated surfaces.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug,
not the cord.
• Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
•
Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any
opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that
may reduce air flow.
• DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
Pin up long hair. Be aware of the position of the blower and the
air inlets during operation. Loose clothing, jewelry and hair
can be drawn into the inlets (Fig. 1) and may result in personal
injury. Always wear substantial footwear and long pants.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
•
Do not use to vacuum up flammable or combustible liquids,
such as gasoline, or use in areas where they may be present.
• This appliance is provided with double insulation. Use only
identical replacement parts. See instructions for Servicing of
Double-Insulated Appliances.”
• Do not vacuum anything that is burning or smoking, such as
cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
•
Do not use without vac bag or proper attachments in place.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
Sound Pressure Level
This unit has a sound pressure at the operator’s ear of 95 dB(A),
based on measurements of identical machines per Directive
81/1051/EEC.
Sound Power Level
This unit has a sound power level of 110 LwA, based on
measurements of identical machines per Directive 79/113/EEC.
Vibration Level
This unit has a maximum hand-arm vibration level of 2.5 m/s @ ,
based on measurements of identical machines per EN 1033.
Symbol Glossary
Safety alert triangle —
symbol within triangle
indicates a hazard
Thrown or flying
objects — Whole body
exposure
Safety alert symbol Keep dry