Use and Care Manual

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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR THE BLOWER
WARNING: Do not let comfort or familiarity with the product replace strict adherence to
product safety rules. Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious personal injury.
1. TOOL PURPOSE. The blower has been designed to clear light debris and leaves from hard surfaces
– not for clearing grassed areas. This blower is intended for household use only. Commercial use of
this product is prohibited and will void the manufacturer’s warranty. Do not push it beyond its limits
or its capacities. Using the blower in a way for which it was not designed can result in serious injuries,
machine damage and voiding of the warranty. Only use with WEN 40V Max Lithium Ion battery 40401.
2. CHARGING. Do not charge the battery outdoors. Do not charge battery in rain, or in wet locations.
Only use the charger supplied by the manufacturer to recharge.
3. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep firm footing and maintain good balance at all times. Overreaching can
result in loss of balance.
4. Do not use the tool if the power switch does not turn it ON or OFF. Any tool that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
5. Carefully inspect your appliance prior to use and follow all label and marking instructions.
6. Keep all parts of your body away from any moving parts and all hot surfaces of the unit.
7. Do not put any object into the tool’s openings. Do not use the tool with any opening blocked; keep
openings free of dust, lint, hair, or any other object that may reduce air flow.
8. 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.
9. Service on the product must be performed by qualified repair personnel only. Service or mainte-
nance performed by unqualified personnel could result in injury to the user or damage to the product.
10. Never run the unit without the proper equipment attached. Always ensure the blower tube is prop-
erly installed.
11. Always grasp the handle when operating the unit, only operate the machine in its intended orienta-
tion.
12. Do not handle charger, including charger plug, and charger terminals with wet hands.
13. Do not use battery-operated appliance in rain.
Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your item works.
SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING: Read and understand all warnings, cautions and operating instructions before
using this tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in personal injury and tool
damage.