Electrical Safety - Kobalt A071006 Manual Del Usuario

• Lead from lead-based paints
• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber.
Your risk of exposure to these chemicals varies depending on how often you do this type of work.
To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, work in a well-ventilated area, and work with approved
safety equipment, such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

• Ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection should be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s)
to be used for the blower. Receptacles are available having built-in GFCI protection and may be
used for this measure of safety.
• To prevent electric shock, use only with an extension cord suitable for outdoor use, such as SW-A,
SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A, SJOW-A, SJTW-A, or SJTOW-A. Before use, check that the
extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, make sure to use one heavy
enough to carry the current your product will draw. For lengths less than 50 ft (15 m), a No.14
AWG (or greater) extension cord should be used. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line
voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating.
Electric shock may cause SEVERE INJURY or DEATH. Heed these warnings:
• Do not allow any part of the electric blower to make contact with water while it is in operation. If
the appliance becomes wet while turned off, wipe dry before starting.
• Do not use an extension cord over 100 ft. (30 m).
• Do not touch the appliance or its plug with wet hands or while standing in water. Wearing rubber
boots offers some protection.
Extension Cord Length
Wire Gauge (A.W.G.):
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (i.e. one blade is wider
than the other). Use this appliance only with a polarized UL-, CSA- or ETL rated extension cord for
outdoor, all-weather use. The appliance plug will fit into a polarized extension cord only one way.
If the appliance plug does not fit fully into the extension cord, reverse the plug. If the plug still does
not fit, obtain a correct polarized extension cord. A polarized extension cord will require the use of
a polarized wall outlet. The extension cord plug will fit into the polarized wall outlet only one way.
If the plug does not fit fully into the wall outlet, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit, contact
a qualified electrician to install the proper wall outlet. Do not modify the appliance plug, extension
cord receptacle or extension cord plug in any way.
Warning – To reduce the risk of personal injury due to a loose electrical connection between the
appliance's plug and extension cord, firmly and fully attach the appliance plug to the extension
cord. Periodically check the connection while operating to ensure it is fully attached. Do not use an
extension cord that provides a loose connection. A loose connection may result in overheating, fire,
and increases the risk of a burning.
Maintain Appliance With Care – Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged.
WARNING
EXTENSION CORD CHART
Up to 50 ft.(15 m)
16
7
+50 ft. - 100 ft.(+15 m - 30 m)
14