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13. Maintain the blower vac with care – Keep the blower
tube and the fan area clear and clean for optimal
performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Inspect the
extension cord periodically and immediately replace it
if damaged. Keep the handles dry, clean, and free from
oil and grease. Follow the additional recommendations
described in the maintenance section of this manual.
14. Ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection should
be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) that are to be used
for the blower vac. Receptacles are available having built-
in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of
safety.
15. Use the right tool – Do not use the tool for any job except
that for which it is intended.
16. Double insulation – Double insulation eliminates
the use of the usual three-wire grounded power cords,
thereby providing a measure of safety during the operation
of electric power tools. In a double insulated appliance, all
exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal
motor components with protecting insulation. Double
insulation 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.
17. Avoid dangerous environments – Do not use the blower
vac in rain, damp, or wet locations. Do not operate the
blower vac in gaseous or explosive atmospheres or use
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sparks might ignite fumes.
18. Stay alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate the blower vac when you are
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medication.
Additional Safety Instructions
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Do not overreach. Overreaching can result in loss of
balance.
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or OFF. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is
dangerous and must be repaired.
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working as it should or has been dropped, damaged, left
outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to an authorized
Snow Joe®+ Sun Joe®dealer
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cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
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label and marking instructions.
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body.
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disconnecting the vacuum hose.
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and all hot surfaces of the unit.
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the tool with any opening blocked; keep openings free of
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such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string, which can
be thrown or become entangled in the machine.
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repair personnel only. Service or maintenance performed
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damage to the product.
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Commercial use of this product is prohibited and will void
the manufacturer's warranty.
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Always ensure the blower tubes are properly installed.
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for Blower Vacs
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as vacuuming/shredding dry leaves and other dry garden
rubbish, such as grass and twigs.
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nozzle in the direction of people or pets or in the direction
of windows. Use extra caution when blowing debris near
solid objects, such as trees, automobiles, and walls.
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Clean the unit after each use as described in the cleaning
and storage section.
Electrical Safety
1. Ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection should
be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) to be used for
this electric blower vac. Receptacles are available having
built-in GFCI protection and may be used for this
measure of safety.
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the unit's rating label. Using the improper voltage can
damage the motor and injure the user.
3. To prevent electric shock, use only with an extension cord
suitable for outdoor use, such as SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A,
STOW-A, SJW-A, SJOW-A, SJTW-A, or SJTOW-A.