Yard Works 60-3845-8 Manual Download Page 4

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RREAD ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

BEFORE OPERATING THE BLOWER / VAC



ELECTRICAL SAFETY WARNINGS

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

NOTE:

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The purpose of safety symbols is to indicate possible dangers. The safety symbols and their explanations require 

careful attention and understanding. Safety warnings do not eliminate any danger by themselves. The instructions or 

warnings that they convey are not a substitute for proper accident prevention measures.    

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: 

Indicates danger, warning, or caution. Attention is required in order to avoid serious 

personal injury. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or diagrams.

WARNING: 

Follow the safety rules when

 

using the Blower/Vac. Read these instructions carefully before operat-

ing the Blower/Vac in order to ensure the safety of the operator and others. Keep this Owner's Manual in a safe 

place for future reference.   

Failure to obey a safety warning will result in  serious injury to the operator or to others. 

Always follow safety precautions in order to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and 

personal injury.  

DANGER:  

 Basic safety precautions should always be followed when using electric gardening appliances, in 

order to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury. Carefully read and understand the entire 

Owner's Manual before using this Blower/Vac. Read the operating instructions and safety warnings carefully.  

The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.

Advises  the  operator  of  information  or  instructions  that  are  vital  to  the  safe  operation  and maintenance of 

the tool.

Read the instructions carefully. Become familiar with the controls and the proper use of this Blower/Vac.

Do not operate this Blower/Vac when tired, ill, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.

Do not allow children under the age of 15 to use the Blower/Vac unless supervised by a trained adult.

Before each use, thoroughly inspect the Blower/Vac for loose or damaged parts. Do not use the Blower/Vac until any 

necessary adjustments or repairs have been made. All  guards  and  safety  attachments  must  be  installed properly 

before operating the Blower/Vac.

Inspect  the  work  area  before  starting  the  Blower/Vac. Remove  all  debris  and  hard  or  sharp  objects  such  as glass, 

wire, etc.

Use  the  Blower/Vac  only  in  daylight  or  with  adequate artificial light.

Keep all bystanders, especially children and pets, at least 50’ (15 m) away from the Blower/Vac when it is in use. 

This tool is double-insulated, which means that a 2-pronged extension cord (an extension cord without a ground) may 

be used. A 3-pronged extension cord (an extension cord with a ground) that uses a NEMA type connector (parallel 

blade, U ground) is recommended.  Use only round-jacketed extension cords that are approved for outdoor use. 

This tool is double-insulated. Repair or replace a damaged cord immediately.

In order to reduce the risk of electric shock, this Blower/Vac has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). 

This plug will only fit into a polarized outlet one way. If the plug does not fit into the outlet properly, reverse the plug. If it 

still does not fit, use a cord that has the correct type of plug. Do not modify the Blower/Vac in any way. 

DANGER

Failure to obey a safety warning can result in injury to the operator and to others. Always 

follow safety precautions in order to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury.   

WARNING: 

Failure to obey a safety warning may result in property damage or personal injury to the 

operator or to others. Always follow safety precautions in order to reduce the risk of fire, 

electric shock, and personal injury.   

CAUTION: 

Summary of Contents for 60-3845-8

Page 1: ...845 8 Electric Blower Vacwith Bag Leaf Collection System 2 1 0 Owner s Manual Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before operating this tool WARNING TOLL FREE HELPLINE 1 866 523 5218 WARN...

Page 2: ...a Blower 18 Using the Tool as a Vacuum 19 Clearing a Blocked Tube Impeller 20 Emptying the Snap on Bag 20 Paper Bag Disposal 20 IV Maintenance and Repair Instructions 21 Servicing Double Insulated To...

Page 3: ...18 3 Read the Owner s Manual carefully and understand it thoroughly before using the Blower Vac Inspect all parts in order to verify that nothing is missing or damaged Damaged or missing parts must be...

Page 4: ...o not operate this Blower Vac when tired ill or under the influence of alcohol drugs or medication Do not allow children under the age of 15 to use the Blower Vac unless supervised by a trained adult...

Page 5: ...onment Wearing long sleeves is recommended Wear heavy long pants boots and gloves Do not wear loose clothing jewellery short pants or sandals and do not go barefoot Tie back loose hair Avoid accidenta...

Page 6: ...uum discarded cigars or cigarettes unless the cinders are completely cool This Blower Vac is designed to pick up dry material such as leaves grass small twigs and bits of paper Do notattempt to vacuum...

Page 7: ...ng loss Wear eye protection that meets ANSI Z87 1 1989 standards along with ear protection when operating this Blower Vac Use a full face shield when necessary THROWN OBJECTS AND THE ROTATING BLADE CA...

Page 8: ...eed Switch Motor Air Vents Bag Zipper Latch Support RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION 8 APPLICATION As a blower As a vacuum Picking up leaves and other light debris DIAGRAM AND LOCATION OF PARTS Cord Cleaning...

Page 9: ...the impellers have stopped before attaching or removing the tubes The blower vacuum tube comes disassembled from the Blower Vac It must be installed in order to ensure safe and easy operation Remove t...

Page 10: ...unplugged and position that the Blower Vac is unplugged and that the impellers have stopped before attaching or removing the tubes It may be necessary to remove the Blower Vac tube in order to clear...

Page 11: ...THE SNAP ON BAG Attaching the Snap on Bag 1 2 blow vac Fig 3 Fig 4 11 Attach the vacuum bag to the snap on bag hook on the Blower Vac tube Fig 3 Slide the snap on bag tube over the debris exhaust tube...

Page 12: ...ATTACHING AND REMOVING THE SNAP ON BAG 1 2 Latching Tabs PRESS IN PRESS IN Vac Blow Fig 5 12 Press the latching tabs on both sides of the bag tube and pull the bag down away from the Blower Vac Fig 5...

Page 13: ...into place Fig 7 Insert the nozzle 10 25 4 cm into the bag opening pinch and fold excess paper around the hose Fig 8 Pinch to open the metal bag fastening clamp and slip the clamp 3 7 62 cm over the...

Page 14: ...centre of the buckle Pull the strap over the crossbar and down through the slot in the buckle Fig 10 Snap the clip onto the support fitting Fig 11 While standing in the operating position adjust the l...

Page 15: ...one way If the plug does not fit into the extension cord properly reverse the plug If the plug still does not fit use the correct type of polarized extension cord A polarized exten sion cord must be...

Page 16: ...the 0 position in order to turn the Blower Vac OFF Slide the switch to the 1 position for LOW speed Slide the switch to the 2 position for HIGH speed Once the Blower Vac is plugged in stand in the op...

Page 17: ...m and 5 00 p m on Friday Sunday In order to reduce noise levels limit the number of pieces of equipment that are used at a time In order to reduce noise levels operate this electric Blower Vac at the...

Page 18: ...lever is halfway between the modes Hold the blower as shown in Figures 21 22 and 23 Sweep from side to side with the nozzle several inches above the ground or floor Slowly advance the blower keeping t...

Page 19: ...pass through the fan housing which allows the snap on bag to hold more debris Suction will decrease noticeably when the bag is full Turn the Blower Vac off and wait for the impeller to come to a compl...

Page 20: ...E In order to avoid deterioration and obstructing the air flow which will reduce the performance of the vacuum empty the bag after each use 1 Unplug the Blower Vac 2 Press the latching tabs on both si...

Page 21: ...h as kerosene These substances can damage the plastic housing or handle Wipe off any moisture using a soft cloth 1 In order to avoid deterioration and obstructing the air flow which will reduce the pe...

Page 22: ...escribed in the section entitled Emptying the Snap on Bag Clear the blockage as described in the section entitled Clearing a Blocked Tube Impeller Clear the blockage as described in the section entitl...

Page 23: ...y service is available by calling the Toll Free Helpline at 1 866 523 5218 YARDWORKS CANADA will not accept the return of a complete unit unless prior written permission has been extended by YARDWORKS...

Page 24: ...PARTS LIST 60 3845 8 ELECTRIC BLOWER VAC WITH BAG AND LEAF COLLECTION KIT 1 2 3 4 9 8 10 12 11 13 17 18 20 19 23 21 26 14 5 6 7 15 16 22 24 25 24 Biodegradable...

Page 25: ...3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Item 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Description End cap Rotor Handle Tapping screw M5x20 Nut Bag adaptor Bag Left vacuum tube Right vacuum tube Wheel Tapping screw ST4x16 F...

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