User manual MTD G1752

[. . . ] Read the whole manual and follow all the instructions to keep your new outdoor power tool in top operating condition. PRODUCT REFERENCES, ILLUSTRATIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS All information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of printing. We reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice. Inside Back Cover SERVICE INFORMATION Service on this unit both within and after the warranty period should be performed only by an authorized and approved service dealer. [. . . ] €¢ Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other liquid. Keep handles dry, clean and free from debris. Refer to them often and use them to instruct other users. If you loan someone this unit, also loan them these instructions. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4 RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product. Read the operator's manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance and repair information. sYMBOL MEANING • SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL Indicates danger , warning , or caution. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs. sYMBOL MEANING • DO NOT USE IN THE RAIN WARNING: Avoid dangerous environments. Never operate your unit in the rain, or in damp or wet conditions. €¢ WARNING - READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL Read the Operator’s Manual(s) and follow all warnings and safety instructions. Tighten until snug, do not over-tighten. 7 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ATTACHING AND REMOVING THE VACUUM BAG Attaching 1. Attach the vacuum bag to the vacuum bag hook on the blower/vacuum tube (Fig. Push the strap through the center of the buckle. Slide the power/speed switch to LOW or HIGH to start the unit. To stop the unit, slide the switch to OFF (Fig. 11 9 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS HOLDING THE BLOWER/VACUUM Before operating the unit, stand in the operating position. Check for the following: • Operator is wearing proper clothing, such as boots, safety glasses or goggles, ear/hearing protection, gloves, long pants and a long sleeve shirt WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, wear goggles or safety glasses at all times when operating this unit. Wear a face mask or dust mask in dusty locations • If the conditions are dusty, the operator is wearing a dust mask or face mask • The unit is in good working condition • The tubes and the bag are in place and secure WARNING: To prevent serious personal injury or damage to the unit, make sure blower tubes or vacuum tubes and the vacuum bag are in place before you operate the unit. €¢ The vacuum bag is installed and zipped closed (when used as a vacuum) • Use the shoulder strap when vacuuming. €¢ Operate power equipment only at reasonable hours— not early in the morning or late at night when people might be disturbed. [. . . ] iNSPECT EXTENSION CORDS Inspect all extension cords periodically. Look closely for deterioration, cuts or cracks in the insulation. 682075 For specific replacement parts, refer to the parts list located on the inside back cover of this manual. Empty the bag after each use to avoid deterioration and obstructing air flow, which will reduce the performance of the vacuum. [. . . ]