BLOWER SAFETY
D Use only in daylight or in good artificial light.
D Inspect the area before using the unit. Remove all debris and hard objects such as rocks, glass, wire, etc., that can rico- chet, be thrown, or otherwise cause injury or damage during operation.
D Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the switch is in the OFF position and keep your hand and fingers away from the switch while connecting the unit to the power source or when carrying a unit connected to the power source.
D Never run the unit without the proper equipment attached. When used as a blower, always install a blower tube. Use only recommended attachments. Do not use with any opening blocked, Keep free from dust, lint, hair and anything that may reduce air flow.
DTo avoid spreading fire, do not use blower near leaf or brush fires, fireplaces, barbe-
cue pits, ashtrays, etc.
D Never place objects inside the blower tubes; always direct the blowing debris away from people, animals, glass, and solid objects such as trees, automobiles, walls, etc. The force of air can cause rocks, dirt, or sticks to be thrown or to rico- chet which can hurt people or animals, break glass, or cause other damage.
DNever use for spreading chemicals, fertil- izers, or any other substances which may contain toxic materials.
VACUUM SAFETY (If applicable)
WARNING: Only use the Flex Vac Kit FV1910 with model 2540 and 2560 only. DO NOT use with any other models.
DStop the motor and disconnect the power source before opening the air inlet door or attempting to insert or remove the vacu- um tubes. The motor must be stopped and the impeller blades no longer turning to avoid serious injury from the rotating
collection bag or the housing and be- come dangerous missiles which can cause serious injury to operator or others.
DWhen using the vacuum attachment, the unit is designed to pick up dry material such as leaves, grass, small twigs, and bits of paper. Do not vacuum stones, gravel, metal, broken glass, etc., to avoid severe damage to the impeller. To avoid the possibility of electrical shock, do not
attempt to vacuum water or other liquids. D Never run the unit without the proper equipment attached. When used as a vacuum, always install vacuum tubes and collection bag assembly. Make sure the collection bag assembly is completely zipped when unit is running to avoid flying debris. Use only recommended attach-
ments.
DAvoid situations which could set the col- lection bag on fire. Do not vacuum dis- carded matches, cigars, cigarettes, or ash from fireplaces, barbecue pits, brush
piles, etc. To avoid spreading fire, do not use blower near leaf or brush fires, fire- places, barbecue pits, ashtrays, etc.
DAlways use collection bag shoulder strap
when vacuuming to avoid loss of control. D Check air intake openings, elbow tube, and vacuum tubes frequently, always with the unit stopped and the power source disconnected. Keep vents and tubes free of debris which can accumu- late and restrict proper air flow. Do not use with any opening blocked. Keep free of dust, lint, hair and anything that may re-
duce air flow.
STANDARDS
This product is listed by Underwriter’s Lab- oratories, Inc., in accordance with UL Stan- dard 1017.
If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgement. If you need assistance, contact your Autho- rized Service Dealer or call
blades. | Rules and Precautions can result in serious |
D Hard objects can be thrown through the | injury. |
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Unplug the unit be- fore opening the vacuum inlet cover or at- tempting to insert or remove the inlet re- strictor, blower tubes or vacuum tubes. The motor must be stopped and the im- peller blades no longer turning to avoid serious injury from the rotating blades.
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WARNING: If you receive your unit assembled, check each step to in- sure your unit is properly assembled and all fasteners are secure. Follow all safety information in the manual and on unit.
S A standard screwdriver is required for assembly.
