Univex 358.799370 manual Unit/Maintenancesafety, Blower Safety, Stop the motor and disconnect

UNIT/MAINTENANCESAFETY

•"rumoff allcontrolsandallowthemo-

tor to stop beforedisconnectingthe unitfromthepowersource.

•Disconnect the unit from the power

source when not in use. Do not leave the unitwhen it _ plugged into outlet.

•Do notset th_unit downv_ile the mo- tor is running. Debds such as gravel, sand, dust, grass, etc., could be

picked up by the air intake end thrown out through the d_schargeopening, damaging the unit, property, or caus-

ingserious injuryto bystanders or op erator.

•Do notoverreach oruse fromunstable surfacessuch as ladders, trees, steep slopes, rooftops, etc. Use extra care

when cleaning on stairways. Keep firm footing and balance at all times. Keep hands out of tubes.

•Inspect the entire unitbeforeeach use

for worn, loose, missing, or damaged pads. Do not use until the unit is in proper worldng order.

•Disconnect unit frompower source beforeservicing, cleaning, performing

maintenance, or stonng.

This unit is Double Insulated. See the "DOUBLE INSULATION" section. Have all internal se_ce performed by quarrfiedservice repair personnel to avoid creating a hazard or voiding your warranty,

•Have all maintenance other than the

in the Operator'sManual performed by your Sears Service Center.

. Always see your Sears Sennce Can- ter to replace a damaged impeller,

Pads that are chipped, cracked, bro- recommended pro_Jdures desoribed ken, or damaged in any otherway can

fly apart and cause sedous Inlury,Re- place damaged pads before usingthe und.

•Ne_'erplace anyobject inthe air intake

--opening as this could restrict proper

•alrflowandcause_amagetotheunit. Never dousethe unitwithwater oroth er liquids or squirt with a water hose.

Clean with a damp s_onge and mild soal_.,See "STORAGE;

•Check air intake openings and tubes frequently, always with the unit stopped and power source discon.

nected. Keep vents and tubes free from debris which can accumulate and restrict proper air flow.

•Do not bum, incinerate, or expose this unitto extreme heat.

•Store the unit unplugged in a high,

cool, dry, indoorarea out of the reach of children.

and replacement pads to avoid creat-

iUce only recommended attachments _g a hazard an_or voi_ng warranty. Maintain me unit eccoroingto recom-

•mended procedures.

•Use only for jobs explained in this manual.

BLOWER SAFETY

•Use onlyin daylightorin good artificial

light. . .

•Inspectthe area .beforeusing the unit. Remove all debns and hard objects

such .as rocks, glass, wire, etc., that can ncochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause injun/or dama.ge.

•Avoid a.ccide.ntalstarting.Be sure the switch is in the "offfpassion and keep

your har_.,and ringers away from the switchwhdeoonneoring the unitto the power source or when carrying a unit connected to the .powersource.

•Never run the unit withoutthe proper equipmentattached. When used as a blower, always install a blower tube. Use only recommended attachments. Do not use with any oponin_lblocked, Keepfree fromdust, lint:ha=rand any-

. thingthat may reduceair flow.

To avoid spreading fire, do not use blower near leaf or brush fires, fire- p!aces, barbecue pits, ashtrays, etc,

•Never place objects insidethe blower

brisaway f.rompeople,animals,glass, and solid objectssuch as trees, auto- mobiles,walls, etc.Theforceof alrcan cause rocks,dirt, orstickstobethrown orto ricochetwhichcan hurtpeople or

•tubes; always direct the blowing de- animals, break glass, or cause other

damage.. . . .

Never use for sprecoing cnemmak% fertfllzers, or any other substances

which may contain toxic materials. VACUUM SAFETY (if applicable)

•Stop the motor and disconnect the

po.wersource before opening the air ,nletdoor or attemptingto insertor re- move the vacuum tuSes. The motor

must be stopped and the impeller blades no longer tummg to avoid seri- ous injuryfrom the rotatingblades.

•Hard obj.e_-tscanbe thrown through the collectionbag or the housing and

become dangerous, missiles which can cause serious injuryto the opera- tor or others.

•When.usinp _e vacuum attachment, the unitis designed to pickup dry ma- terial such as leaves, grass, small

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