Stihl BGE 60 User manual
Parts and Controls 2
Definitions 2
Important Safety Instructions 3
Safety Precautions 5
Assembling the Blower 11
Operating Instructions 12
Using the Blower 13
Using the BGE 60 in Vacuum Mode 14
Maintenance 14
Storing the Machine 14
Specifications 15
Special Accessory 15
This manual contains operating and
safety instructions for all STIHL BGE 60
blowers. Pay special attention to the
safety precautions outlined on pages
3 to 10. Allow only persons who under-
stand this manual to operate your
blower.
To receive maximum performance and
satisfaction from your STIHL blower, it is
important that you read and understand
the maintenance and safety precautions
before using your blower.
Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL
distributor for your area if you do not
understand any of the instructions in this
manual.
The STIHL BGE 60 blower is a house-
hold type appliance
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Because a blower is a high-speed
electric power tool, some special safety
precautions must be observed as with
any other power tool to reduce the risk
of fire, electric shock and personal
injury. Careless or improper use may
cause serious or even fatal injury.
STIHL’s philosophy is to continually
improve all of its products. As a result,
engineering changes and improvements
are made from time to time. If the opera-
ting characteristics or the appearance of
your blower differ from those described
in this manual, please contact your
STIHL dealer for information and
assistance.
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1 Switch
2 Handle
3 Power supply cord
4 Intake screen
5 Clamp
6 Blower tube
7 Nozzle
8 Strain relief flap
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To switch the machine in position
"ON" and "OFF".
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For control of machine during
blowing operation work.
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Supplies electricity to the appliance.
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Reduces the risk of direct contact
with the fanwheel, witch is located
under the screen.
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Secures blower tube to machine.
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Directs airstream.
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Aims and widens the airstream.
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Supports extension cord and
reduces the likelihood of
unintentional disconnection of
extension cord and power supply
plug.
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When using an electrical appliance,
basic precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
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To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,
or injury:
1. Do not leave appliance when plugged
in. Unplug from outlet when not in
use and before servicing
2. Do not expose to rain. Store indoors.
3. Do not allow to be used as a toy.
Close attention is necessary when
used near children.
4. Use only as described in this manual.
Use only manufacturer’s
recommended attachments.
5. Do not use with damaged cord or plug.
If appliance is not working as it
should, has been dropped, dama-
ged, left outdoors, or dropped into
water, return it to your STIHL dealer
service center.
6. Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord
as a handle, close a door on cord,
or pull cord around sharp edges or
corners. Do not run appliance over
cord. Keep cord away from heated
surfaces.
7. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To
unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
8. Do not handle plug or appliance with
wet hands.
9. 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.
10. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers
and all parts of body away from
openings and moving parts.
11. Turn off all controls before
unplugging.
12. Use extra care when cleaning on
stairs.
13. Do not use to pick up flammable
or combustible liquids such as
gasoline or use in areas where they
may be present.
14. This appliance is provided with
double insulation. Use only identical
replacement parts. See instructions-
for “Servicing of Double-lnsulated
Appliances”.
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15. Do not use vacuum attachment on
wet surfaces.
16. Do not pickup anything that is
burning or smoking, such as
cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
17. Do not use this appliance in vacuum
mode without dust bag in place.
18. Unplug before connecting the
vacuum attachment.
19. Unplug before opening the intake
screen or removing the vacuum
attachment.
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When servicing use only identical
replacement parts. Polarized plugs: To
reduce the risk of electric shock, this
equipment has a polarized plug (one
blade is wider than the other) This plug
will fit in a polarized outlet one way. If the
plug does not fit fully in the outlet, rever-
se the plug. If it still does not fit, contact
a qualified electrician to install the proper
outlet. Do not change the plug in any
way. Replace damaged cords or have
them repaired by authorized STIHL
Servicing dealer only.
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Make sure your cord set is in good
condition. When using an extension cord
set, be sure to use one heavy enough to
carry the current your product will draw.
An undersized extension cord set will
cause a drop in line voltage resulting in
loss of power and overheating. Table
below 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.
Minimum wire gage for extension cords
for 120 Volt appliances using
6 - 10 Amps
Cord types SJW-A or SJTW-A
marked "outdoor use"
Cord length (ft) 50 100 150
Wire gage (AWG) 16 14 12
Appropriate extension cords are
available in special stores for electrical
equipment or from your STIHL dealer.
To reduce the risk of disconnection of
appliance cord from the extension cord
set during operating:
•Insert unit’s plug
into extension cord coupling .
•Swing the flap outward and
push extension cord into the recess.
•Let go of the flap.
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Because your blower is a
high-speed, electric
power tool, special safety
precautions must be observed to reduce
the risk of fire, electric shock and
personal injury.
It is important that you
read, fully understand
and observe the following
safety precautions and
warnings. Save this owner’s manual and
read the safety instructions periodically.
Be thoroughly familiar with the controls
and the proper use of the equipment.
Know how to stop the unit and disen-
gage the controls quickly.
Careless or improper use of any electric
blower may cause serious or fatal injury.
Have your STIHL dealer show you how
to operate your electric blower. Observe
all applicable local safety regulations,
standards and ordinances.
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Minors should never be allowed to use a
blower: Bystanders, especially children,
and animals should not be allowed in the
area where a machine is in use.
Never let the unit run unattended.
Do not lend or rent your machine without
the owner‘s manual. Be sure that
anyone using your unit understands the
information contained in this manual.
Most of these safety precautions and
warnings apply to the use of all STIHL
blowers. Different models may have
different parts and controls.
See the appropriate section of your
owner‘s manual for a description of the
controls and function of the parts of your
machine.
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1. the operator
2. the blower
3. the use of the blower.
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You must be in good physical condition
and mental health and not under the
influence of any substance (drugs,
alcohol, etc.) which might impair vision,
dexterity or judgment. Do not operate a
blower when you are fatigued.
Be alert - if you get tired while operating
your machine, take a break. Tiredness
may result in loss of control. Working
with any blower can be strenuous. If you
have any condition that might be
aggravated by strenuous work, check
with your doctor before operating the
machine.
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Clothing must be sturdy and snug-fitting,
but allow complete freedom of move-
ment. Avoid loose-fitting jackets, flared
or cuffed pants, scarfs, unconfined long
hair or anything that could be drawn into
the air intake.
Wear overalls or long
pants to protect your legs.
Do not wear shorts.
Use of gloves when
working with the blower is
recommended.
Good footing is most
important. Wear sturdy
shoes with nonslip soles.
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To reduce the risk of injury associated
with the inhalation of dust, use a face
filter mask when using your blower in
dusty conditions.
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Proper eye protection is
a must. Even though the
discharge is directed
away from the operator,
ricochets and bounce-
backs can occur during
blower operations.
Never operate a blower unless wearing
goggles or properly fitted safety glasses
with adequate top and side protection
which comply with ANSI Z 87.1 (or your
applicable national standard).
Blower noise may damage your hearing.
Wear sound barriers (ear plugs or ear
mufflers) to protect your hearing. Conti-
nual and regular users should have their
hearing checked regularly.
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For illustrations and definitions of the
blower parts see the chapter on "Parts
and Controls"!
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Never modify a blower in any way. Only
attachments supplied by STIHL or
expressly approved by STIHL for use
with the specific STIHL blower models
are authorized. Although certain unaut-
ho-rized attachments are useable with
the STIHL blower, their use may be
extremely dangerous.
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Special precautions for electric blowers
must be observed to reduce the risk of
personal injury and property damage
from fire and electric shock.
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When servicing, use only identical
replacement parts. Only authorized
personnel should repair or replace dama-
ged cords. Never attempt unauthorized
repairs or open the powerhead.
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The voltage of the power supply must
agree with the voltage specified on the
blower’s machine label. Improper
voltage will damage the blower and may
cause personal injury.
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Be sure switch is off when plugging the
unit into the power supply in order to
reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock
from arcing and the risk of injury from
unintended blowing.
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In order to reduce the risk of serious
injury from electrocution, never use your
blower if the power supply cord or plug
is cut, cracked, worn or damaged.
Have a dealer replace such a power
supply cord.
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To avoid electric shock, do
not use the blower in
damp or wet locations. Do
not use on wet surfaces.
Do not expose to or use in
rain. To reduce the risk of electric shock,
do not handle the plug or the unit with
wet hands.
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When using the electric blower, always
keep the power supply cord behind you.
Always ensure that your power supply
cord does not become entangled with
obstacles or objects. Damaged cables
may cause electrocution. Always
disconnect the plug from the power
supply when you take a break.
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To reduce the risk of electric shock use
only extension cords that are intended
for outdoor use.
Do not use damaged extension cords.
Examine extension cord before using
and replace if damaged. When using an
extension cord, be sure to use one
heavy enough to carry the current your
trimmer will draw. An undersized
extension cord will cause a drop in line
voltage resulting in loss of power and
overheating. The table on page 4 shows
the correct size to use depending on
cord length and machine label ampere
rating.
For minimum wire size for extension
cords for 9ROW appliances using
6-10 amps see page 4.
Appropriate extension cords are
available in special stores for electrical
equipment. Cords should be suitable for
outdoor use and marked "Suitable For
Use With Outdoor Appliances - Store
Indoors"
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this
appliance has a polarized plug (one
blade is wider than the other).This plug
will fit in a polarized outlet only one way.
If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit,
contact a qualified electrician to install
the proper outlet. Do not change the
plug in any way.
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To reduce the likelihood of disconnection
and the risk of electric shock, always
attach the extension cord to the blower
using the retaining flap on the handle as
shown in the chapter entitled "Starting“
in your owner’s manual.
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Avoid damage to the power supply cord.
Keep cord away from heat, oil and sharp
edges. Never carry blower by power
cord or jerk power cord to disconnect the
plug from the wall outlet.
To unplug, grasp the plug not the cord.
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Always switch off the motor before
putting down blower. When transporting
your unit in a vehicle, properly secure it
to prevent turnover and damage to the
machine.
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Always check your electric blower for
proper condition and operation before
starting, particularly the power supply
cord, plug and switch.
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Inspect the power supply cord and plug
before and after each use for signs of
damage or aging.
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Your blower is a one-person machine.
To reduce the risk of eye or other injury
from thrown objects, do not direct air
blast towards bystanders, since the high
pressure of the air flow could injure eyes
and could blow small objects at great
speed. Insure that bystanders are at
least 50 feet (15 m) away during use.
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Switch off the motor immediately if you
are approached.
Never operate your machine if it is
damaged or not completely and securely
assembled.
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Operate your machine under good
visibility and daylight conditions only.
Work carefully.
When working with the blower, always
wrap your fingers tightly around the
handle, keeping the control handle
cradled between your thumb and
forefinger. Keep your hand in this
position to have your machine under
control at all times. Make sure your
control handle (and grip for vacuum
attachment) are in good condition and
free of moisture, pitch, oil or grease.
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Use of this product can generate dust,
mists, and fumes containing chemicals
known to cause respiratory disease,
cancer, birth defects, or other reproduc-
tive harm. If you are unfamiliar with the
risks associated with the particular dust,
mists or fumes at issue, consult your
employer, governmental agencies such
as OSHA and NIOSH and other sources
on hazardous materials. If the substance
being blown or vacuumed is a commer-
cial substance, review the material
safety data sheet for that substance and
/ or consult the material manufacturer /
supplier. The state of California and
some other authorities, for instance,
have published lists of substances
known to cause cancer, reproductive
toxicity, etc.
Control dust, mist and fumes at the
source where possible. In this regard
use good work practices and follow the
recommendations of OSHA / NIOSH
and occupational and trade associa-
tions. When the inhalation of toxic dust,
mists and fumes cannot be eliminated,
the operator and any bystanders should
always wear a respirator approved by
NIOSH / MSHA for the substance at
issue.
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Dust with silica in its composition may
contain crystalline silica. Silica is a basic
component of sand, quartz, brick, clay,
granite and numerous other minerals
and rocks, including masonry and con-
crete products. Repeated and / or sub-
stantial inhalation of airborne crystalline
silica can cause serious or fatal respira-
tory disease, including silicosis. In addi-
tion, the state of California and some
other authorities have listed respirable
crystalline silica as a substance known
to cause cancer. When encountering
such materials, always follow the re-
spiratory precautions mentioned above.
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Breathing asbestos dust is dangerous
and can cause severe or fatal injury, re-
spiratory illness or cancer. The use and
disposal of asbestos containing products
have been strictly regulated by OSHA
and the Environmental Protection
Agency. Do not blow or disturb asbestos
or asbestos containing products, such
as asbestos insulation. If you have any
reason to believe that you might be
disturbing asbestos, immediately contact
your employer or a local OSHA
representative.
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Always switch off the motor before
cleaning or servicing the unit or
replacing parts.
The blower fan between the air intake
and output openings rotates whenever
the engine is running. In order to reduce
the risk of injury from contact with the
fan, never operate your unit without a
properly mounted intake screen and
blower tube. Never insert any foreign
object into the air intake or output
openings of the machine.
Pay attention to the direction of the wind,
i.e., do not work against the wind.
To reduce the risk of stumbling and loss
of control, do not walk backwards while
operating the machine.
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(special accessory)
The vacuum attachment for the BGE 60
is a special accessory and only available
from your STIHL dealer.
For specific assembling instructions, see
the appropriate section of your owner’s
manual. Do not use this appliance in
vacuum mode without dust bag in place.
When working with the vacuum attach-
ment (for the BGE 60), always hold the
unit firmly with both hands.
Carry the catcher bag with the carrying
harness over the left shoulder.
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To reduce the risk of personal injury
from fire and explosion, never attempt to
pick up hot or burning substances (e.g.
smoldering ashes, glowing cigarettes).
In order to reduce the risk of personal or
even fatal injury from electrocution, fire
or explosion, never attempt to vacuum
any liquid (e.g. water, gasoline) or wet
material (e.g. wet leaves or grass).
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In order to reduce the risk of injury from
contact with rotating parts and damage
to the motor, the intake screen must
always be secured in place when the
suction tube is not mounted.
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Never vacuum solid objects such as
nails, steel shavings, tacks, rocks or
broken glass. These objects may be
struck and flung away at high speed
and may cause injury to the operator or
bystander
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Your STIHL BGE 60 blower/vac is
double-insulated. In a double-insulated
appliance, two systems of insulation are
provided instead of grounding. No
grounding means is provided on a
double-insulated appliance, nor should a
means for grounding be added to the
appliance. Servicing a double-insulated
appliance requires extreme care and
knowledge of the system, and should be
done only by qualified service personnel.
Replacement parts for a double-insulated
appliance must be identical to the parts
they replace.
Use only identical STIHL replacement
parts for maintenance and repair.
Use of parts manufactured by others
may cause serious or fatal injury.
Follow the maintenance and repair
instructions in the appropriate section of
your owner’s manual.
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Always switch off the motor, disconnect
the plug from the power supply and
make sure that the fan is stopped before
doing any maintenance or repair work or
cleaning the blower. Do not attempt any
maintenance or repair work not descri-
bed in your owner’s manual. Have such
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work performed at your STIHL service
shop only.
Only authorized personnel may replace
the power supply cord. A damaged
power supply cord must be replaced by
an identical STIHL replacement part.
Check cooling air inlets about every ten
hours of operation and clean if
necessary. Do not use any strong
detergents on the plastic housing or
handle. These parts can be attacked by
certain house-hold cleaners containing
aromatic oils such as pine or lemon, or
by solvents such as kerosene. Do not
spray water on the blower, moisture can
cause an electric shock hazard. Wipe
moisture off the unit with a cloth.
Store blower in a dry and high or locked
location place and out of reach of
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The unit comes standard as a blower.
A vacuum attachment for the BGE 60* is
available for user installation which can
be used to pick up leaves, grass and
similar materials.
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•Push the nozzle onto the blower
tube as far as stop.
•Rotate nozzle in direction of arrow
(see ill.) until lug on blower tube
engages.
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•Line up the marks and then push
the blower tube onto the stub .
•Tighten the clamp .
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Before using the vacuum attachment for
the first time:
•Fit the elbow inside the catcher bag.
It is necessary to remove the blower
tube and fit the elbow with catcher bag
in its place.
•Release the clamp.
•Pull the blower tube off the fan
housing stub.
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the tab and open the intake
screen .
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•Line up the dots on the suction
tube and fan housing intake -
push tube into the housing.
•Rotate tube clockwise to
engage bayonet coupling.
•Line up the dots on the elbow
and the fan housing stub - push
the elbow onto the stub.
•Tighten down the clamp .
•Attach the carrying strap .
Vacuum attachment is now ready for
use.
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•Remove elbow with catcher bag -
as described under "Preparations
for vacuuming" - and the suction
tube.
•Allow spring action to close the
intake screen so that it snaps into
position.
•Fit and secure the blower tube.
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Observe safety precautions - see
chapter "Safety Precautions"
The voltage of your power supply and
the voltage specified on the unit must
be the same. For correct extension cord
see page 4.
•Insert unit’s plug in extension
cord coupling .
•Swing the flap outward and
push extension cord into the
recess.
•Let go of the flap.
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•Make sure you have a secure
and balanced footing. Hold the unit
in your right or left hand.
•To switch on, move the switch to
position
To switch off, move the switch to
position .
Your electric blower is designed for one-
handed operation. It can be carried by
the molded handle in either the right or
left hand.
The fan-shaped nozzle produces a
broad and powerful airstream at ground
level which is suitable for a wide variety
of clean-up jobs.
It can be aimed and controlled very
accurately.
This nozzle is highly effective for
blow-sweeping sawdust, leaves, grass
clippings, etc. on flat surfaces.
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When using the unit with the vacuum
attachment (special accessory), wear
the catcher bag’s carrying strap over
your left shoulder. Hold the unit with
your left hand on the assist handle and
your right hand on the control handle.
The large diameter suction tube enables
the unit to pick up all kinds of trash, e.g.
even large leaves, pieces of cardboard,
paper or bark. To avoid damaging the
fanwheel, do not attempt to vacuum
large, hard objects.
If the fanwheel becomes blocked -
switch off the unit - pull out the plug.
Clear the blockage.
The user of the blower may carry out
only the maintenance operations
described in this manual. Other repair
work may be performed only by an
authorized STIHL Service Shop.
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•Remove the blower tube and
nozzle.
•Store the machine in a dry and
locked location, out of the reach of
children and other unauthorized
persons.
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Rating: 1150 W
Rated current: 9.6 A
Voltage: 120 V
Frequency: 60 Hz
Maximum speed: 9600 rpm
Insulation: Double
Insulation
Max. air flow rate
in blower mode: 361 cfm (615 m3/h)
in vacuum mode: 315 cfm (535 m3/h)
Air velocity
in blower mode: 203 ft/s (62 m/s)
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(complete)
blower: 6.4 lb (2.9 kg)
with vacuum
attachment: 7.7 lb (3.5 kg)
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Length: 14. 8 in (375 mm)
Width: 8.3 in (210 mm)
Height: 13 in (330 mm)
Bystanders noise per
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Vacuum attachment 4804 007 1002
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