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important safety instructions polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This WARNING: plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury. does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way. Wear heavy long pants, long sleeves, boots, and gloves. Avoid loose garments or jewelry that could get caught in READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS before using this blower moving parts of the machine or its motor. Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool will do the job better and Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, safer at the rate for which it is designed. such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes. 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 To reduce the risk of electric shock, this tool has a polar- your footing on slippery surfaces. ized plug (one blade is wider than the other) and will require the use of a polarized extension cord. The plug will fit into a polarized extension cord only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the extension cord, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit, obtain a correct polarized extension cord. A polarized extension cord will require the use of a polarized wall outlet. This plug will fit into the polarized wall outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into Do not use on steps, a ladder, roof top, tree, or other unstable support. Stable footing on a solid surface enables better control of the blower in unexpected situations. Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent entanglement in any moving parts. Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Overreaching can result in loss of balance. the wall outlet, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not Turn off all controls before unplugging. fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper wall outlet. Do not change the equipment plug, extension cord receptacle, or extension cord plug in any way. Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded. Don't expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock. Do not handle plug or tool with wet hands. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children. Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the power switch is not on before plugging in. Turn off power switch before unplugging. Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired. Do not use with damaged plug. If tool is not working as it should or has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, Use outdoor extension cords marked W-A, W, SW-A, or dropped into water, return it to an authorized service SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A, SJTW-A, or SJTOW-A. center. These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock. Do not leave the tool when plugged in. Unplug from the power outlet when not in use, before servicing, and Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never before storing the tool. Such preventative safety measures allow adults to operate the equipment without proper reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally. instruction. Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50 ft. ■Wear eye protection with side shields which is marked away. to comply with ANSI Z87.1 as well as hearing protection when operating this product. Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, upset or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication. Always use face or dust mask if operation is dusty. Do not operate in poor lighting. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. Keep all parts of your body away from any moving parts Do not leave appliance plugged in. Unplug from outlet and all hot surfaces of the unit. when not in use and before servicing. Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any Do not expose to rain, store indoors. opening blocked; keep openings free of dust, lint, hair, Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufac- and anything that may reduce air flow. turer's recommended attachments. Check the work area before each use. Remove all objects Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all body parts away from openings and moving parts. such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string which can be thrown or become entangled in the machine. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a Never use blower near fires, fireplaces, hot ashes, barbecue pits, etc., which may cause fire to spread. Page 3 - English