Craftsman 138. 99077, Operator'S Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

                         Read and understand all 

instructions before using this blower. To reduce 

the risk of electric shock, fire and/or serious 

personal injury.

WARNING:

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Know your blower. Read operator’s manual 

carefully. Learn its applications and limitations, as 

well as the specific potential hazards related to this 

blower. Following this rule will reduce the risk of 

electric shock, fire, or serious injury.

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Do not leave blower unattended or running when 

turned on.

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Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is 

necessary when used by or near children.

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Use only accessories that are recommended by 

the manufacturer for your model. Accessories that 

may be suitable for one blower may create a risk 

of injury when used on another blower.

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Do not handle battery or blower with wet hands.

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Do not put any object into openings. Do not use 

with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, 

hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.

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Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of 

body away from openings and moving parts.

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Turn off all controls before removing battery.

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Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

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Do not operate blowers in explosive atmospheres, 

such as in the presence of flammable liquids, 

gases, or dust. Blowers create sparks which may 

ignite the dust or fumes.

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Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered 

benches and dark areas invite accidents.

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Keep bystanders, children, and visitors at least 50 

ft. away while operating a blower. Distractions can 

cause you to lose control.

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A battery operated blower with integral batteries 

or a separate battery pack must be recharged 

only with the specified charger for the battery. 

A charger that may be suitable for one type of 

battery may create a risk of fire when used with 

another battery.

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Use battery operated blower only with specifically 

designated battery pack. Use of any other 

batteries may create a risk of fire.

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For use with Craftsman 40 V lithium-ion battery 

packs (#29111 2Ah and #29131 4Ah). Refer to 

your battery owners manual for further information.

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Do not operate charger with a damaged cord 

or plug, which could cause shorting and electric 

shock. If damaged, have the charger replaced by an 

authorized service center.

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Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use 

common sense when operating a blower. Do not 

use blower while tired, upset, or under the influence 

of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of 

inattention while operating blowers may result in 

serious personal injury.

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Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or 

jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away 

from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long 

hair can be caught in moving parts.

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Secure long hair above shoulder level to prevent 

entanglement in moving parts.

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Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is in the 

locked or off position before inserting battery pack. 

Carrying blowers with your finger on the switch or 

inserting the battery pack into a blower with the 

switch on invites accidents.

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Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. 

Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, or hearing 

protection must be used for appropriate conditions.

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Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long 

hair. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be 

drawn into air vents.

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Do not use on a ladder, rooftop, tree, or other 

unstable support. Stable footing on a solid surface 

enables better control of the blower in unexpected 

situations.

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Do not use blower if switch does not turn it on or off. 

A blower that cannot be controlled with the switch is 

dangerous and must be repaired.

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For best results, your blower battery should be 

charged in a location where the temperature is more 

than 50°F but less than 100°F. Do not store outside 

or in vehicles.

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Under extreme usage or temperature conditions, 

battery leakage may occur. If liquid comes in 

contact with your skin, wash immediately with soap 

and water. If liquid gets into your eyes, flush them 

with clean water for at least 10 minutes, then seek 

immediate medical attention. Following this rule will 

reduce the risk of serious personal injury.

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Do not incinerate this blower even if it is severely 

damaged. The batteries can explode in a fire.

3 — English

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions 

should always be followed, including the following: