Homelite UT42100 Important safety instructions, Read These Instructions before using, This blower

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. Fail-		does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the
		proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
ure to follow all instructions listed below may result in
		Wear heavy long pants, long sleeves, boots, and gloves.
electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury.
		Avoid loose garments or jewelry that could get caught in
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS before using		moving parts of the machine or its motor.
		Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your
this blower
		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		Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or when
dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust
		wearing sandals or similar lightweight footwear. Wear
or fumes.
		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		Do not use on steps, a ladder, roof top, tree, or other un-
the use of a polarized extension cord. The plug will fit into
		stable support. Stable footing on a solid surface enables
a polarized extension cord only one way. If the plug does
		better control of the blower in unexpected situations.
not fit fully into the extension cord, reverse the plug. If the
		Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent
plug still does not fit, obtain a correct polarized extension
		entanglement in any moving parts.
cord. A polarized extension cord will require the use of a
		Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach.
polarized wall outlet. This plug will fit into the polarized
wall outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into		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		Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is nec-
outlet. Do not change the equipment plug, extension cord
		essary when used by or near children.
receptacle, or extension cord plug in any way.
		Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the power switch is
 Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes,
		not on before plugging in. Turn off power switch before
radiators, ranges, and refrigerators. There is an increased
		unplugging.
risk of electric shock if your body is grounded.
		Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off. Any
 Don’t expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
		tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is danger-
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of
		ous and must be repaired.
electric shock.
		Do not use with damaged plug. If tool is not working as
 Do not handle plug or tool with wet hands.
		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		Do not leave the tool when plugged in. Unplug from
of electric shock.
		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	Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, upset or
when operating this product.
		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		such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string which
from openings and moving parts.		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, bar-
		becue pits, etc., which may cause fire to spread.

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