Safety
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should
always be followed, including the following:
Read All Instructions Before Using
This Appliance
WARNING
—To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock
or injury, follow these safety instructions.
To assure maximum safety, best performance, and to gain
knowledge of the appliance, it is essential that you or any other
operator of the appliance read and understand the contents of
this manual before operating the appliance. Pay particular
attention to the safety alert symbol
CAUTION, WARNING OR DANGER — "personal safety
instruction." Read and understand the instruction because it
has to do with safety. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH
INSTRUCTION MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY,
RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK.
Do not leave the appliance when plugged in. Unplug from
outlet when not in use and before servicing.
Do not allow appliance to be used as a toy. Do not use near
children. Do not let children use the appliance.
Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's
recommended attachments.
Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not
working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left
outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service dealer.
Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door
on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run
appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug,
not the cord.
Safety and Instruction Decals
Safety and instruction decals are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential
danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or lost.
ON BLOWER HOUSING
Printed in USA
English
which means
Note: Use of an extension cord over 150 feet is not recommended.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
1
Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any
opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that
may reduce air flow.
DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
Pin up long hair. Be aware of the position of the blower and the
air inlets during operation. Loose clothing, jewelry and hair
can be drawn into the inlets (Fig. 1) and may result in personal
injury. Always wear substantial footwear and long pants.
Turn off all controls before unplugging.
Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
Do not use to vacuum up flammable or combustible liquids,
such as gasoline, or use in areas where they may be present.
This appliance is provided with double insulation. Use only
identical replacement parts. See instructions for Servicing of
Double-Insulated Appliances."
Do not vacuum anything that is burning or smoking, such as
cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
Do not use without vac bag or proper attachments in place.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a
polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other) (Fig. 13).
This 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 does
not fit, consult a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet.
Do not change the plug in any way.
EXTENSION CORD CHART
If length of extension cord is less
than or equal to:
Assure wire size gage (A.W.G.) in
cord is:
ON REAR OF BLOWER HOUSING
(Part No. 95-5106)
The Toro Company – 1997, Rev. 1998
100 ft.
150 ft.
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