Compact Electric Leaf Blower 6-Amp | 155-Mph Operator’S Manual
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R COMPACT ELECTRIC LEAF BLOWER 6-AMP | 155-MPH OPERATOR’S MANUAL A Division of Snow Joe®, LLC Model SBJ597E Form No. SJ-SBJ597E-880E-MR3 4. Dress properly – Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry IMPORTANT! as such articles can get caught in moving parts. Wear a protective covering to contain long hair. Wearing rubber Safety Instructions gloves and substantial non-slip footwear is recommended when working outdoors. All Operators Must Read These 5. Extension cords – To prevent electric shock, use only Instructions Before Use with an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Any electrical appliance can be dangerous if used incorrectly. 6. Avoid accidental starting – Do not carry the blower with Some of the safety precautions given in this manual apply your finger on the switch. Make sure the switch is off generally to many appliances. Other warnings are specific to before plugging in the unit. the use of this electric blower. 7. Do not abuse the cord – Never carry the blower by the Always follow these safety guidelines. Failure to do so may cord or yank the cord to disconnect it from the receptacle. result in serious bodily injury or death. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, and sharp edges. 8. Moving parts – Keep hands and feet away from moving mDANGER! This indicates a hazardous situation, which, parts. Keep guards in place and in proper working order. if not followed, will result in serious injury or death. 9. Do not force the tool – It will perform better with less mWARNING! This indicates a hazardous situation, which, likelihood of personal or mechanical injury if it is used at if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death. the rate for which it is designed. 10. Wear personal protective equipment – When using this This indicates a hazardous situation, which, mCAUTION! tool, wear safety glasses with side shields or goggles to if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. provide necessary eye protection. Wear ear defenders to prevent hearing damage. Use a face or dust mask if the General Safety work environment is dusty. 11. Disconnect the tool – Disconnect the blower from the FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY power supply when it is not in use, before servicing it, Before using, be sure that everyone using this tool reads when changing accessories, and when performing any and understands all safety instructions and other information other maintenance task. contained in this manual. Save this manual and review it 12. Store idle tool indoors – When not in use, the blower frequently prior to using this tool and when instructing should be stored indoors in a dry and high or locked-up others on the proper operating procedures. place out of the reach of children. mCAUTION! Wear appropriate hearing protection during 13. Maintain the blower with care – Keep the blower tube and the fan area clear and clean for optimal performance use. After long periods of extended use, the noise generated and to reduce the risk of injury. Inspect the extension from this appliance may cause hearing loss if your ears are cord periodically and immediately replace it if damaged. not properly protected. Keep the handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Follow the additional recommendations described in the mWARNING! When using electric yard tools, basic safety maintenance section of this manual. precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of 14. Ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection should fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following: be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) that are to be used 1. Keep work area clean and well-lit – Cluttered, dark for the blower. Receptacles are available having built-in areas invite accidents. GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of safety. 2. Replacement parts – When servicing this unit, use only 15. Use the right tool – Do not use the tool for any job except identical replacement parts. Replace or repair damaged that for which it is intended. cords immediately. 17. Avoid dangerous environments – Do not use the blower 3. Keep children, bystanders, and pets away – All in rain, damp, or wet locations. spectators, including pets, should be kept a safe distance away from the work area. © 2018 by Snow Joe®, LLC All rights reserved. Original instructions. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 1 18. Stay alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common windows. Use extra caution when blowing debris near solid sense. Do not operate the blower when you are tired or objects, such as trees, automobiles, and walls. under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or other medication. • Be sure to secure the unit when transporting it. • Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other liquid. Additional Safety Instructions Clean the unit after each use as described in the cleaning • Do not use the blower in the rain or in a damp area. and storage section. • Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. • Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, Electrical Safety such as gasoline, or use in areas where they may be 1. Ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection should present. be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) to be used for • Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is this electric blower. Receptacles are available having built- necessary when used by or near children. in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of safety. • Keep firm footing and maintain good balance at all times. Do not overreach. Overreaching can result in loss of 2. Make sure that the mains voltage matches that listed on balance. the unit's rating label. Using the improper voltage can damage the motor and injure the user. • Turn off all controls before unplugging the tool. 3. To prevent electric shock, use only with an extension cord • Do not use the tool if the power switch does not turn it ON suitable for outdoor use, such as SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, or OFF. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is STOW-A, SJW-A, SJOW-A, SJTW-A, or SJTOW-A. dangerous and must be repaired. Before use, check that the extension cord is in good • Do not use the tool with a damaged plug. If the tool is not condition. When using an extension cord, make sure to working as it should or has been dropped, damaged, left use one heavy enough to carry the current your product outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to an authorized will draw. For lengths less than 50 ft (15 m), a No.16 AWG ® ® ® Snow Joe + Sun Joe dealer or contact the Snow Joe + (or greater) extension cord should be used. An undersized ® Sun Joe customer service department at 1-866-SNOWJOE cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of (1-866-766-9563). power and overheating. • Carefully inspect your appliance prior to use and follow all label and marking instructions. • Keep all parts of your body away from any moving parts m WARNING m and all hot surfaces of the unit. • Do not put any object into the tool's openings. Do not use Electric shock may cause SEVERE INJURY or the tool with any opening blocked; keep openings free of DEATH. Heed these warnings: dust, lint, hair, or any other object that may reduce air flow. • Do not allow any part of the electric blower to make • Check the work area before each use. Remove all objects contact with water while it is in operation. If the such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string, which can appliance becomes wet while turned off, wipe dry be thrown or become entangled in the machine. before starting. • Service on the product must be performed by qualified • Use only a UL-, CSA- or ETL-rated extension cord for repair personnel only. Service or maintenance performed outdoor, all-weather use. by unqualified personnel could result in injury to the user or • Do not use an extension cord over 100 ft (30 m). damage to the product. • Do not touch the appliance or its plug with wet hands • This blower is intended for residential use only. Commercial or while standing in water. Wearing rubber boots use of this product is prohibited and will void the offers some protection. manufacturer's warranty. • Never run the unit without the proper equipment attached. EXTENSION CORD CHART Always ensure the blower tubes are properly installed. Extension Cord Up to 50 ft +50 ft - 100 ft • Always grasp both handles when operating the unit, only Length (15 m) (+15 m - 30 m) operate the machine in its intended orientation. Wire Gauge (A.W.G.): 16 14 Specific Safety Rules For Blower • The blower has been designed to clear light debris and leaves from hard surfaces, not for clearing grassed areas. • When operating the unit, never point the blower nozzle in the direction of people or pets or in the direction of 2 4. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a DOUBLE-INSULATED: GROUNDING NOT polarized plug (i.e. one blade is wider than the other). Use REQUIRED. WHEN SERVICING, USE ONLY this appliance only with a polarized UL-, CSA-, or ETL- IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS. listed extension cord recommended for outdoor, all-weather use. The appliance plug will fit into a polarized This electric blower is double-insulated, eliminating the extension cord only one way. If the appliance plug does need for a separate grounding system. Use only identical not fit fully into the extension cord, reverse the plug. If the replacement parts.