Never allow children to use this unit. Do not allow the unit to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used near children. Always disconnect unit from power source before servicing, cleaning, performing maintenance, or storing. Nonconforming replacement components or the removal of safety devices may cause damage to the unit and possible injury to the operator or bystanders. Use only accessories and replacement parts as recommended. Use only for jobs explained in this manual. OPERATOR SAFETY gases to avoid creating a fire or explosion S Always wear safety glasses or similar and/or causing damage to unit. Do not eyeprotectionwhenoperating, servic-abuse cord. Never carry the unit by the ex ing, or performing maintenance on your tension cord or yank extension cord to dis- unit. Wearing eye protection can help to connect unit. To unplug, grasp the plug, prevent rocks or debris from being not the cord. Do not use cord as a handle, blown or ricocheting into eyes and face close a door on cord, or pull cord around which can result in blindness or serious sharp edges or corners. Turn off all con- injury. trols before unplugging. Do not expose S Always wear a respirator or face mask cords to heat, oil, or water. Do not use with when working with the unit in dusty envi-damaged cord or plug. If unit is not work ronments. ing as it should, has been dropped, dam- S Dress safely in long pants. Do not go aged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, barefoot or wear short pants or sandals. return it to your authorized service dealer S Do not operate the unit when you are for repair. Unplug the unit from the power tired, ill, upset, or if you are under the in-source when not in use, before servicing, fluence of alcohol, drugs, or medication. cleaning, performing maintenance, or S Secure hair so it is above shoulder storing. Do not put any object into open- length. Keep loose hair, loose clothing, ings. Do not use with any opening fingers, and all other parts of the body blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair and away from openings and moving parts. anything that may reduce air flow. Hair, jewelry, loose clothing, or clothing S Use only a voltage supply as shown on with loosely hanging straps, ties, tas-the nameplate of the unit. sels, etc., can be caught in moving S Avoid dangerous environments. Do not parts. use in unventilated areas or where dust or ELECTRICAL SAFETY explosive vapors can build up. S To reduce the risk of electrical shock, use extension cords specifically marked as WARNING: suitable for outdoor appliances. The elec- Avoid a dangerous environment. To re trical rating of the cord must not be less duce the risk of electrical shock, do not than the rating of the unit. The cord must use in rain, in damp or wet locations, or be marked with the suffix “W”. Make sure around swimming pools, hot tubs, etc. Do your extension cord is in good condition. not expose to snow, rain, or water to avoid Inspect extension cord before use and re- the possibility of electrical shock. Do not place if damaged. An undersized exten use on wet surfaces. Do not handle exten sion cord will cause a drop in line voltage sion cord plug or unit with wet hands. resulting in loss of power and overheat- Avoid dangerous situations. Do not use in ing. If in doubt, use the next heavier the presence of flammable liquids or 2 gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord. (NOTE: The correct size to be used depending on the cord length is shown in this manual. See SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD in the ASSEMBLY section). S Do not use multiple cords. S Keep the extension cord clear of operator and obstacles at all times. S Tie cord to cord retainer and connect to recessed plug as shown in this manual to prevent damage to unit and/or extension cord andtoreduce thepossibility of the extension cord disconnecting from the unit during operation. S Do not attempt to repair unit. Inspect the insulation and connectors on the unit and extension cord before each use. If there is any damage, do not use until damage is repaired by your authorized service dealer. S Do not use the unit if the switch does not turn the unit on and off properly. Have the unit repaired by your authorized service dealer. S 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 the power source or when carrying a unit connected to the power source. S Avoid any body contact with any grounded conductor, such as metal fences, or pipes, to avoid the possibility of electric shock. S Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection should be provided on the circuit or outlet to be used for this unit. Receptacles are available having built-in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of safety. S Stop the motor immediately if you are approached. DOUBLE INSULATION CONSTRUCTION This unit is double insulated to help protect against electric shock. Double insulation construction...