Homelite HBL26BVB, Instructions Manual

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Safety, performance, and dependability have 

been given top priority in the design of your 

blower/vacuum.

INTENDED USE

The blower/vacuum is only intended for 

use outdoors in dry and well-illuminated 

conditions.
The product is not intended to be used by 

children or persons with reduced physical, 

mental, or sensory capabilities.
The product is designed for blowing or 

vacuuming light debris, such as leaves, grass, 

and other garden refuse. 
The product is not designed to suck in water 

or other liquids. 
Do not use the product for any other purpose.

GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS

 WARNING

Read all safety warnings and all 

instructions. Failure to follow the warnings 

and instructions may result in electric shock, 

fire, and/or serious injury. Save all warnings 

and instructions for future reference.

   WARNING

Never allow children or people unfamiliar 

with these instructions to use the product. 

Local regulations may restrict the age of the 

operator.

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Some regions have regulations that restrict 

the use of the product. Check with your 

local authority for advice. 

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Do not allow children or untrained 

individuals to use the product.

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Ensure before each use that all controls 

and safety devices function correctly. Do 

not use the product if the off switch does 

not stop the engine.

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Never start or run the engine in a closed or 

poorly ventilated area; breathing exhaust 

fumes can kill.

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Clear the work area before each use. 

Remove all objects such as rocks, broken 

glass, nails, wire, or string that can be 

blown a considerable distance by high 

velocity air.

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Wear hearing protection at all times while 

operating the product. The product is noisy, 

and permanent hearing injury may result if 

precautions to limit your exposure, reduce 

noise, and wear hearing protection are not 

strictly adhered to.

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Wear full eye protection at all times while 

operating the product. The manufacturer 

strongly suggests a full face mask or fully 

enclosed goggles. Normal spectacles or 

sunglasses are not adequate protection. 

Objects can be thrown at high speed by 

the powerful air jet at any time and may 

rebound from hard surfaces toward the 

operator.

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While operating the product, always wear 

substantial footwear and long trousers. 

Do not operate the product when barefoot 

or wearing open sandals. Avoid wearing 

clothing with loose fitting or that has 

hanging cords or ties.

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Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery that 

can be drawn into the air inlet. Secure long 

hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent 

entanglement in moving parts.

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Beware of thrown objects; keep all 

bystanders, children, and pets at least 15 

m away from the work area. 

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Operate the product only at reasonable 

hours – not early in the morning or late at 

night when people might be disturbed.

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Use rakes or brooms to loosen debris 

before operating the product.

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Never operate the product in an explosive