ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
WARNING!
ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS MUST BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY! ALL ADJUSTMENTS OR REPAIRS MUST BE DONE WITH THIS POWER TOOL DISCONNECTED FROM THE
POWER SOURCE. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY!
POWER SUPPLY
WARNING:
YOUR BLOWER/VACUUM/MULCHER IS WIRED AT THE FACTORY FOR 110-120V
OPERATION, IT MUST BE CONNECTED TO A 110-120V/15-AMP. TIME DELAY FUSE OR
CIRCUIT BREAKER. FAILURE TO CONNECT IN THIS WAY CAN RESULT IN INJURY FROM
SHOCK OR FIRE. This Blower/Vacuum/Mulcher is intended for use with a polarized 2 wire or 3 wire
extension cord having an outlet and a plug which looks like the one illustrated in Fig.1.
SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS: POLARIZED PLUG
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this Blower/Vacuum/Mulcher comes with a polarized 120V plug
(one blade is wider than the other). It must be used with a suitable polarized 2 wire or 3 wire
extension cord. 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 in the outlet,
contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not modify the tool plug or extension cord in any way.
USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD
Make sure the extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one
heavy enough to carry the current your tool will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line
voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. See Fig.2 for table showing correct size to use
depending on the cord lenght and the nameplate amperage rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier
gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord. Always use U.L. or CSA listed extension
cords.
WARNING:
Replace damaged cords immediately. Use of damaged cords can shock, burn or
electrocute.
CONNECTING THE POWER CORD TO EXTENSION CORD
Secure the extension cord (A) Fig.3 to the extension cord lock (B) on the motor housing. First
bend the end of the extension cord and then pass it through the cord lock opening (C). Then
slip the extension cord around the “T” notch cord lock (B) and pull on the extension cord to get
a tight fit. This will prevent accidental unplugging of the extension cord during use. Then plug
the female end of the extension cord into the tool’s polarized plug.
WARNING!
To reduce risk of electric shock, do not expose to rain, do not use on wet surfaces.
Store indoors.
FIGURE 2
Tool’s
Amperage
Rating
3-6
6-8
8-10
10-12
12-16
Cord Size in A.W.G.
Cord Length in Feet
25
50
100 150
18
16
16
14
18
16
14
12
18
16
14
12
18
16
14
12
14
12
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FIGURE 1
Polarized
power outlet
Polarized
extension cord
FIGURE 3