Harbor Freight Tools 61317 User Manual - Page 8

SAFETy Blower Operation TO pREVENT SERIOUS INJURy FROM AccIDENTAL OpERATION: Turn the Switch off and unplug the power cord from its electrical outlet before removing the power Head. 1. Pull out on the tabs on the sides of the Upper Cover and pull up on it to remove it. 2. Clean the Tank out before using the appliance as a Blower. cAUTION! Any material left in the Tank may be blown out, causing injury. 3. Reassemble the Upper Cover to the Tank, making sure the tabs lock into place. 4. Remove the Hose from the Vacuum Port. Locate the Blower Port opening at the rear of the Upper Cover. Insert larger end of the Hose into the Blower Port. Table B: REcOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE FOR EXTENSION cORDS (120 VOLT) NAMEpLATE AMpERES (at full load) EXTENSION cORD LENGTH 25′ 50′ 100′ 150′ 0 - 6 18 16 16 14 6.1 - 10 18 16 14 12 10.1 - 12 16 16 14 12 12.1 - 16 14 12 Do not use. 5. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. Table B shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord. 6. cAUTION! Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles before use. 7. Make sure that the Switch is in its off position. Plug the Power Cord into the power outlet. 8. Hold the loose Hose end securely. Turn the switch on to operate the Blower. cAUTION! Do not point Hose toward another person or animal. 9. To prevent accidents, turn off the appliance and disconnect its power supply after use. Clean, then store the appliance indoors out of children's reach. SETUp OpERATION MAINTENANcE Page 8 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 61317