Use And Care Manual

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
21. Always take care of your feet, children,
or pets around you when removing the
battery pack from blower. Never remove
the battery pack when in a high position.
Serious injury could result if the battery pack
falls.
22. Do not use the blower if switch does
not turn it on or off. A blower that cannot be
controlled with the switch is dangerous and
must be repaired.
23. Remove the battery pack from the
blower before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing the
blower. Such preventive safety measures
reduce the risk of starting the blower
accidentally.
24. Check for misalignment or binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts, and any
other condition that may affect the blower’s
operation. If damaged, have the blower
serviced before using. Many accidents are
caused by poorly maintained blowers.
25. Keep the blower and its handle dry,
clean and free from oil and grease. Always
use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never use
brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based
products, or any strong solvents to clean
your blower. Following this rule will reduce
the risk of loss of control and deterioration
of the enclosure plastic.
26. Use safety equipment. Always wear
eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1 along with hearing
protection when operating this equipment.
Everyday glasses have only impact resistant
lenses. They are NOT safety glasses.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of eye
injury.
27. Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust
mask if the operation is dusty. Following
this rule will reduce the risk of serious
personal injury.
28. Protect your hearing. Wear hearing
protection during extended periods of
operation. Following this rule will reduce the
risk of serious personal injury.
29. Wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves,
boots, and gloves. Avoid loose garments
or jewelry that could get caught in moving
parts of the machine or its motor.
30. 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.
31. Batteries can explode in the presence
of a source of ignition, such as a pilot
light. To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, never use any cordless product in
the presence of open flame. An exploded
battery can propel debris and chemicals. If
exposed, flush with water immediately.
32. Check the work area before each use.
Remove all objects such as rocks, broken
glass, nails, wire, or string which can be
thrown by or become entangled in the
machine.
33. Do not point the blower tube in the
direction of people or pets.
34. Never run the unit without the proper
equipment attached. Always ensure that
the blower tube is installed.
35. When not in use, the blower should be
stored indoors in a dry, secure place out of
the reach of children.
36. Keep all bystanders, children, and pets
at least 50 ft. away.
37. When servicing a blower, use only
identical replacement parts. Follow
instructions in the Maintenance section of
this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or
failure to follow Maintenance Instructions
may create a risk of shock or injury.
38. Never use the blower near fires or hot
ashes. Use near fires or ashes can spread
fires and result in serious injury and/or
property damage.
39. Never use blower to spread chemicals,
fertilizers, or any other toxic substances.
40. Spreading these substances could
result in serious injury to the operator or
bystanders.