5. Donot setthe unit onanysurfaceexceptaclean,
hard area while the unit is running. Debn's such as gravel, sand, dust, grass, etc. coula be picked up by the air intake and thrown out through the discharge opening, damaging the unit, property, or causing seri-
ous injury to bystanders | or the operator. | ||
6. Avoid dangerous | environments. | Do not use in | |
unventilated areas or where dust or explosive vapors can build up.
7. Do not overreach or use from unstable sur-
faces such as ladders, trees, steep slopes, rooftops,
etc. Use extra care when cleaning on s_rways. Keep firm footing and balance at all times.
8. Neverplace objects inside the blower tubes;
always direct the blowing debris away from people, animals, glass, and solid objects such as trees, auto- mobiles, walls, etc. The force of air can cause rocks, dirt, or sticks to be thrown or to ricochet which can
hurt people or animals, break glass, or cause other damage. Do not allow the unit to be used as a toy.
9.Never place any object in the air intake open- ing as this could restrict proper air flow and cause damage to the unit.
10.Never run the unit without the proper equip-
ment attached. When used as a blower, always in- stall a blower tube to avoid injury from flying debris and/or impeller contact which can cause serious inju- ry. When used as a vacuum, always install vacuum tubes and collection bagassembly. Makesure the col-
lection bag assembly is completely zipped when the motor is running to avoid flying debris.
11. Always use the collection bag shoulder strap when vacuuming to avoid loss of control.
12. Never use for spreading chemicals, fertiliz-
ers, or any other su_bstances which may contain toxic materials.
13. Avoid situations which could set the collec- tion bag on fire. Do not vacuum discarded cigars or
cigarettes or ash from fireplaces, barbecue pits, brush piles, etc. To avoid spreading fire, do not use blower near leaf or b_sh fires, fireplaces, barbecue pits, ashtrays, etc.
14.Use only for jobs explained in this manual.
E. MAINTENANCE SAFETY
1.Maintain the tool according to recommendea procedures.
2. This unit | is Double | Insulated. | See | the |
"DOUBLE | INSULATION | _ section. | Have all | in- |
tern._ service performed by Sears .qualified
service repmr personnel to avoia creating a naz. ard and/or voiding your warranty.
3. Disconnect power source before servicing,
cleaning, or performing maintenance on the unit.
4. Use only genuine replacement parts as recom- mended by Seers to avoid creating a hazard and/or voiding your warranty.
5.Never douse the unit in water or other liquids or squirt with a water hose. Clean with a dampsponge and mild soap. See
6.Check air intake openings, blower tubes, el-
bow tube, and vacuum tubes frequent 1:_always with the unit stopped and the power source discon- nected. Keep vents and tubes free of debris which can accumulate and restrict proper air flow.
7.Store in a dry area out of the reach of chil- dren.
If situations occur which are not covered in
t_is manual, use care and good judgement.
ntact your Sears Service Center/Depart. ment if you need assistance.
