Sears 257.796362 - Manual (Page 3)

A WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Failure to follow all Safety Rules and Precautions can result in serious injury,
WAx€»iN XIM I jt * The warnings and safety instructions in this manual must be followed to reduce the
risk of fire, electric shock, or injury, and to provide reasonable safety and efficiency in using this tool. The
operator is responsible for following the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the unit. Read the
entire Operator’s Manual before assembling and using the unit! Restrict the use of this tool to persons who
read, understand, and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the unit.
A. OPERATOR SAFETY
1. Always wear eye protection to prevent rocks or de­
bris from being blown or ricocheting into eyes and
face which can result in blindness or serious injury.
2, Always wear a res]»irator or facemask when
working with the unit in dusty environments.
8. Always wear heavy, long pants, boots, and
S ieves. Do not go barefoot or wear short ^ants, san­
áis, Jewelry, loose clothing, or clothing with loosely
hanging straps, ties, tassels, etc.. Secure hair so it is
above shoulder length. Being fully covered will help
protect you from pieces of toxic plants such as poison
ivy thrown by the blade, which could be more of a
hazard than touching the plant itself. Use of rubber
gloves is recommended.
4. Keep hair, fingers, and all other parts of the
body away from openings and moving parts.
5. Do not operate the unit when you are tired, ill,
upset, or if you are under the influence of alcohol,
drup, or medication,
6 . Keep children, bystan^rs, and animals away
from the work area a minimum of 30 feet when oper­
ating the unit,
7. Inspect the area before using the unit. Remove
all debris and hard objects such as rocks, glass, wire,
etc. that can ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause
injury or damage during operation. As a vacuum, the
unit is designed to pick up dry material such as
leaves, grass, small twigs, and bits of paper. Do not
vacuum stones, gravel, metal, broken glass, etc. to
avoid severe damage to the impeller. Do not attempt
to vacuum water or other liquids to avoid the possi­
bility of electrical shock.
B.TOOL SAFETY
1, Stop the motor and disconnect the power
source before opening the vacuum inlet door or at­
tempting to insert or remove the vacuum tubes. The
motor must be stopped and the impeller blades no
longer turning to avoid serious injuiy from the rotat­
ing blades.
2. Inspect the entire unit before each use for worn,
loose, missing, or damaged parts. Do not use until
the unit is in proper working order.
3. Have all internal service performed by Sears qu­
alified service repair personnel to avoid creating a
hazard or voiding your warranty.
4. Have all maintenance other than the recom­
mended procedures described in the Operator’s
Manual performed by Sears qualified service repair
personnel.
5. Always see your Sears Service Center/Depart-
ment to replace a damaged impeller. Parts that
are chipped, cracked, broken, or dame^ed in any oth­
er way can fly apart and cause serious injuiy. Replace
damaged parts before using the unit.
6. Never run the unit without the proper equip­
ment attached. When used as a blower, always in­
stall a blower tube. When used as a vacuum, always
install vacuum tubes and collection bag assembly
Make sure collection bag assembly is completely
zipped.
7, Do not use any accessory or attachment other than
those recommended by Sears for use with your unit,
C. ELECTRICAL SAFETY
1. Use only a 120 A.C. voltage supply as shown on
the name plate of the tool.
2. Avoid dangerous situations. Do not use in the
presence of flammable liquids (such as g^oline) or
gases to avoid creating a fire or explosion and/or
causing damage to the unit.
3. Do not use in damn or wet locations or around
swimming pools, not tubs, etc. Do not handle
plug or unit with wet hands. Do not expose to snow,
rain, or water to avoid the possibility of electrical
shock.
4. Use extension cords specifically marked as
suitable for outdoor use. Match wire gauge to the
cord length. See the “Extension Cord” section,
5. Inspect the insulation and connectors on the
unit and extension cord before eaeh use. Do
not use with dama^d cord or plug. If unit is not
working as it shoulChasbeen dropped, damaged, left
outdoors, or dropped into water, do not use until
damage is repaired by Sears qualified service person­
nel.
6. Never carry the unit by the extension cord or
yank the extension cord to disconnect the unit.
7. Use the cord retainer as described in this manual
to prevent extension cord disconnection.
8. Do not use the unit if the switch does not turn
the tool on and off properly. Repairs to the
switch must be made by Sears qualified service per­
sonnel.
9. Keep extension cord clear of operator and ob­
stacles at all times. Do not close a door on cord. Do
not expose cords to heat, oil, water, or sharp edges.
10. Avoid any body contact with any grounded
conductor, such as metal pipes or wire fences, to
avoid the possibility of electrical shock.
D. OPERATION SAFETY
1. Keep others including children, animals, by­
standers, and helpers a minimum of 30 feet
away. Stop the motor immediately if you are ap­
proached.
2. Inspect the area before using the unit. Remove
all debris and hard objects such as rocks, glass, wire,
etc. that can ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause
injuiy or damage during operation. As a vacuum, the
unit is designed to pick up diy material such as
leaves, grass, small twigs, and bits of paper. Do not
vacuum stones, gravel, metal, broken glass, etc. to
avoid severe damage to the impeller. Do not attempt
to vacuum water or other liquids to avoid the possi­
bility of electrical shock.
8. Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the switch is
in the “off” position and keep your hand and fingers
away from the switch while connecting the unit to an
extension cord orwhen carrying a unit connected to a
power source,
4. Stop unit and disconnect from power source
when not in use.
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