TO REDUCE RISK OF INJURY:
Before any use, be sure everyone using this tool reads and
understands all safety instructions and other information contained in
this manual.
CAUTION:
Wear appropriate personal hearing protection during use.
Under some conditions and duration of use, noise from this product
may contribute to hearing loss.
Save these instructions and review frequently prior to use and in
instructing others.
WARNING:
When using electric gardening appliances, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to reduce risk of fire, electric
shock, and personal injury, including the following:
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GENERAL SAFETY
DOUBLE INSULATION – Double Insulation is a concept in safety in
electric power tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three-wire
grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the
internal metal motor components with protecting insulation. Double
insulated tools do not need to be grounded.
NOTE: The double insulated system is intended to protect the user from
shock resulting from a break in the tool’s internal insulation. Observe all
normal safety precautions to avoid electrical shock.
DISCONNECT BLOWER VAC from the power supply when not in use
or when servicing or cleaning. Do not leave unattended.
AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS – Don’t use Blower Vac in
rain, damp or wet locations. Do not operate Blower Vac in gaseous or
explosive atmospheres. Motors in these tools normally spark, and the
sparks might ignite fumes.
AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING – Don’t carry Blower Vac with
finger on switch. Be sure switch is off when plugging in.
DANGER:
Risk of personal injury and/or unit damage, Do Not manually
place material into vacuum tube while operating unit. Keep both hands
on handles when power is on.
DO NOT ATTEMPT to remove material or hold material to be
vacuumed when Blower Vac is on. Make sure Blower Vac switch is off
when clearing jammed material from vacuum tube. Do not pick up
Blower Vac by the tube or attempt to carry unit by the blower/vacuum
tube.
CAUTION:
Moving parts coast after turn off.
DON’T FORCE BLOWER VAC – It will do the job better and with less
likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed.
STAY ALERT – Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not
operate blower vac when you are tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol or medications.
STORE IDLE BLOWER VAC INDOORS – When not in use, Blower Vac
should be stored indoors in a dry and high or locked-up place, out of
reach of children.
MAINTAIN BLOWER VAC WITH CARE – Keep blower tube clear and
clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Inspect
extension cord periodically and replace if damaged. Keep handles dry,
clean and free from oil and grease.
WARNING:
California Proposition 65:
This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
WARNING:
Some dust and debris created by the use of this tool could
contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicals are:
- chemicals in fertilizers
- compounds in insecticides, herbicides, and pesticides
- arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber
Your risk from exposure to these chemicals varies, depending on how
often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure, work in a
well-ventilated area and with approved safety equipment such as dust
masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
WARNING:
Cancer and Reproductive Harm -
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
DON’T ABUSE CORD – Never carry Blower Vac by cord or yank it to
disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY - All visitors, children and pets should stay at
a safe distance from the work area.
DRESS PROPERLY – Don’t wear loose clothing or jewelry. Wear
protective hair covering to contain long hair. They can be caught in
moving parts. Use of rubber gloves and substantial footwear is
recommended when working outdoors.
USE SAFETY GLASSES –Wear safety glasses with side shields or
goggles that are marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1 standard when
operating this product. Use face or dust mask if environment is dusty.
GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER (GFCI) protection should
be provided on the circuit (s) or outlet (s) to be used for the blower vac.
Receptacles are available having built-in GFCI protection and may be
used.
USE RIGHT APPLIANCE – Do not use appliance for any job except
that for which it is intended.
EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good
condition. When using an extension cord be sure it is heavy enough to
carry the current your product will draw. An undersized extension cord
will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and
overheating. The following table shows the correct size to use
depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use
the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the
cord.
WARNING:
Use outdoor extension cords marked SW-A, SOW-A, STW
-A, STOW-A, SJW-A, SJTW-A, or SJTOWA. These cords are rated for
outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock.
It is possible to tie more than one extension cord in a
knot to prevent them from becoming disconnected
during use. Make the knot as shown, then connect the
plug end of the extension cord into the receptacle
and the other end into the plug on the blower/vac
cord.
POLARIZED PLUGS - To reduce the risk of electric shock, this product
has a polarized plug. Polarized connections will fit together only one
way. Make sure that the receptacle end of the extension cord has large
and small blade slot widths. If the plug does not fit fully into the
extension cord, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, obtain a suitable
extension cord. If the extension cord does not fit fully into the outlet,
contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change
the plug on the tool or the extension cord in any way.
Minimum Gage for Cord Sets
Volts Total Length of cord in Feet
120V
0-25 26-50 51-100 101-150
Ampere Rating
More Not More American wire Gage
Than Than
0 - 6
18 16 16 14
6 - 10
18 16 14 12
10 - 12
16 16 14 12
12 - 16
14 12 Not Recommended
IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS
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Model
BVM23014S
