• 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 attempt to repair the blower. To assure product safety
and reliability, repairs, maintenance, and adjustments should
be performed by D
WALT service centers or authorized service
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centers, always using D
WALT replacement parts.
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• MAINTAIN UNIT WITH CARE. Keep unit clean for best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for proper maintenance.
• DO NOT allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when
used by or near children. Not recommended for use by children.
• DO NOT handle the appliance with wet hands.
• DO NOT put any objects into openings. Do not use with any
opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair and everything that
may reduce air flow.
• DO NOT allow debris to be ingested into blower intake
• KEEP hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from
openings and moving parts.
• DO NOT attempt to clear clogs from unit without first removing
battery.
• DO NOT place outlet of blower near eyes or ears when operating.
• DO NOT point unit discharge at self or bystanders.
• KEEP CHILDREN, BYSTANDERS AND ANIMALS AWAY from
the work area a minimum of 30 feet (10 meters) when starting or
operating the unit.
• USE SAFETY EQUIPMENT. Always wear eye protection. Dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must
be used for appropriate conditions.
• AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS – Do not
use electric units in damp or wet locations. Don't use the unit in the
rain. Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and
dark areas invite accidents.
• 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.
• USE EXTRA CARE when cleaning on stairs.
• DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all
times.
• DO NOT use the appliance to blow flammable or combustible
liquids, such as gasoline, or use in areas where flammable or
combustible liquids are present.
• DO NOT pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as
cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
• DO NOT use to blow explosive dust, or in areas where air contains
explosive dust such as coal, grain, or other combustible material.
• DO NOT operate blower in a gaseous or explosive atmosphere.
Motors in these units normally spark, and the sparks might ignite
fumes.
• DO NOT immerse any part of the unit in liquid.
• NEVER leave blower running unattended. Turn power off.
• STORE IDLE UNITS. When not in use, the unit should be stored
in a dry, high or locked-up place - out of reach of children.
WARNING:
Some dust created by this product
contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicals are:
• compounds in fertilizers
• compounds in insecticides, herbicides and pesticides
• arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber
To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, wear approved safety
equipment such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out
microscopic particles.
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