8 — English
To install:
Place the power switch in the
OFF ( O ) position
.
Place the battery pack in the blower. Align raised rib on bat-
tery pack with groove in the blower’s battery port.
Make sure the latches on each side of the battery pack snap
in place and that battery pack is secured in the blower before
beginning operation.
CAUTION:
When placing battery pack in the blower, be sure
raised rib on battery pack aligns with the back of
the blower and latches into place properly. Improper
installation of the battery pack can cause damage to internal
components.
To remove:
Place the power switch in the
OFF ( O ) position
.
Locate latches on side of battery pack and depress both
sides to release battery pack.
Remove battery pack from the blower.
OPERATION
MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use
of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product
damage.
WARNING:
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust.
If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.
WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the
battery pack from the product when cleaning or performing
any maintenance.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics
are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial
solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths
to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. chemicals can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury.
Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be repaired
or replaced by the customer. All other parts should be replaced
at an Authorized Service center.
STORAGE
clean all foreign material from the blower.
Store indoors in a place that is inaccessible to children. Keep
away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals and
de-icing salts.
BATTERY PACK REMOVAL AND PREPARATION
FOR RECYCLING
WARNING:
Upon removal, cover the battery pack’s terminals with heavy-
duty adhesive tape. Do not attempt to destroy or disassemble
battery pack or remove any of its components. Lithium-ion
and nickel-cadmium batteries must be recycled or disposed
of properly. Also, never touch both terminals with metal
objects and/or body parts as short circuit may result. Keep
away from children. Failure to comply with these warnings
could result in fire and/or serious injury.
OPERATING THE BLOWER
See Figure 5.
To keep from scattering debris, blow around the outer edges
of a debris pile. Never blow directly into the center of a
pile.
To reduce sound levels, limit the number of pieces of equip-
ment used at any one time.
Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing. In
dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces when water is
available.
conserve water by using power blowers instead of hoses for
many lawn and garden applications, including areas such as
gutters, screens, patios, grills, porches, and gardens.
Watch out for children, pets, open windows, or freshly
washed cars, and blow debris safely away.
After using blowers or other equipment, cLEAN UP! Dispose
of debris properly.
WARNING:
Battery tools are always in operating condition. Therefore,
switch should always be in the OFF position when not in
use or carrying at your side.