Dewalt DCBL722B Instruction Manual - Page 4

English 20V Max* Axial Blower DCBL722 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE When using this appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following: WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury: • Do not leave the appliance when connected to power source. Remove the battery pack when not in use and before servicing. • Do not use on wet surfaces. Do not expose to rain. Store indoors. • Do not allow appliance to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children. • Use this appliance ONLY as described in the manual. Use only recommended attachments. • Do not use this appliance if it is showing signs of malfunction in any way. If the appliance is not working correctly, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center. • Do not handle the appliance with wet hands. • Do not put any objects into the openings of the appliance. Do not use the appliance with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair and anything else that may reduce air flow. • Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all body parts away from the openings and moving parts. • Turn off all controls before disconnecting from power source. • Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Additional Safety Instructions WARNING: When using an electric appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following. WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. WARNING: Never allow children, persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the machine, local regulations may restrict the age of the operator. To Reduce Risk of Injury: • Avoid accidental starting. Turn off all controls before removing the battery pack. Be sure switch is in the locked or off position before inserting battery pack. Carrying units with your finger on the switch or inserting the battery pack into a unit with the switch on invites accidents. • Avoid dangerous environmental conditions - Do not use electric units in damp or wet locations. Don't use the unit in the rain. • Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection, filter mask if operation is dusty, non-skid safety shoes, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions. • Use the right unit - Do not use this unit for any job except that for which it is intended. • Inspect the area before using the unit. Remove all debris and hard objects such as rocks, glass, wire, etc. that can ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause injury or damage during operation. • Keep children, bystanders and animals away from the work area a minimum of 30 feet (10 meters) when starting or operating the unit. • Maintain unit with care. Keep unit clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for proper maintenance. • Stay alert - Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate unit when you are tired. • Do not place outlet of blower near eyes or ears when operating. • Do not operate the machine while people, especially children, or pets are nearby. • Do not overreach. Keep balance at all times. Always be sure of footing. Walk, never run. • Do not touch moving hazardous parts before the machine is disconnected from the battery and the moving hazardous parts have come to a complete stop. • If the machine starts to vibrate abnormally, remove the battery pack and immediately check. • Do not attempt to clear clogs from unit without first removing the battery. • Do not immerse any part of the unit in liquid. • Do not use unit if switch does not turn it on or off. A unit that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired. • Do not allow debris to be ingested into blower intake. 2