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SAFETY RULES
WARNING:
READ ALL SAFETY
WARNINGS AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below
may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious personal injury.
WARNING:
When using this device,
safety precautions must be followed. For your
own safety and that of bystanders, please
read these instructions before operating the
device. Do not use the device without reading
the instruction manual. Save all warnings and
instructions for future reference.
OPERATOR SAFETY
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Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
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Do not operate blower in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases or dust.
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Do not allow children or untrained
individuals use this unit.
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Do not expose blower to rain or wet
conditions.
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Do not handle plug or tool with wet hands.
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Never allow children to operate the
equipment. Never allow adults to operate
the equipment without proper instruction.
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Always wear safety glasses with side
shields that comply with ANSI Z87.1.
Everyday glasses only have impact
resistant lenses. They are NOT safety
glasses. Following this rule will reduce
the risk of eye injury. Use face mask if
operation is dusty.
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Wear eye protection when operating this
product. Secure long hair above shoulder
level to prevent entanglement in moving
parts.
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Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
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Do not expose to rain, store indoors.
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Do not use on wet surfaces.
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Keep all parts of your body away from any
moving part.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and
all body parts away from openings and
moving parts.
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Avoid loose garments and jewelry that
could get caught in moving parts of the
machine or its motor.
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Do not force tool. Use the correct tool
for your application. The correct tool will
do the job better and safer at the rate for
which it is designed.
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Do not operate the equipment while
barefoot or when wearing sandals
or similar lightweight footwear. Wear
protective footwear that will protect your
feet and improve your footing on slippery
surfaces.
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Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. Proper footing and
balance enable better control of the tool in
unexpected situations.
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Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close
attention is necessary when used by or
near children.
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Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on
or off. Any tool that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be
repaired.
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Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at
least 50 ft. away.
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Do not operate this unit when you are
tired, ill, or under the influence of alcohol,
drugs, or medication.
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Do not operate in poor lighting.
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Do not put any object into openings.
Do not use with any opening blocked;
keep openings free of dust, lint, hair, and
anything that may reduce air flow.
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Check the work area before each use.
Remove all objects such as rocks, broken
glass, nails, wire, or string which can
be thrown or become entangled in the
machine.
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Use only identical manufacturer’s
replacement parts and accessories. Use
of any other parts may create a hazard or
cause product damage.
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Do not charge battery tool in rain, or wet
location. Following this rule will reduce the
risk of electric shock.
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For household use only.
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Battery tools do not have to be plugged
into an electrical outlet; therefore, they are
always in operating condition. Be aware
of possible hazards when not using your
battery tool or when changing accessories.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of
electric shock, fire, or serious personal
injury.
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Remove or disconnect battery before
servicing, cleaning or removing material
from the gardening appliance.
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Store idle appliances - When not in use,
blower should be stored indoors in a dry,
locked place out of the reach of children.
BATTERY AND CHARGER
Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. The
cell may explode. Check with local codes for
possible special disposal instructions.
DANGER:
To avoid serious injury, risk
of fire, explosion and danger of electric shock
or electrocution:
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DO NOT charge the unit outdoors.
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DO NOT probe the charger with conductive
materials. The charging terminals hold
120V.
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If the battery pack case is cracked or
damaged, DO NOT insert into the charger.
Replace the battery pack.
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DO NOT charge these battery packs with
any other type of charger.
