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20V Max* Axial Blower
DCBL722
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
USING THIS APPLIANCE
When using this appliance, basic safety precautions should
always be followed including the following:
WARNING:
electric shock and injury:
Do not leave the appliance when connected
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to power source. Remove the battery pack when
not in use and before servicing.
Do not use on wet surfaces. Do not expose to
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rain. Store indoors.
Do not allow appliance to be used as a toy.
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Close attention is necessary when used by or
near children.
Use this appliance ONLY as described in the
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manual. Use only recommended attachments.
Do not use this appliance if it is showing
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signs of malfunction in any way. If the
appliance is not working correctly, has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into
water, return it to a service center.
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Do not handle the appliance with wet hands.
Do not put any objects into the openings of
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the appliance. Do not use the appliance with
any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair
and anything else that may reduce air flow.
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Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all body
parts away from the openings and moving parts.
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Turn off all controls before disconnecting from
power source.
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Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Additional Safety Instructions
WARNING:
appliance, basic safety precautions should always
be followed to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, and
personal injury, including the following.
WARNING:
all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury.
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To reduce the risk of fire,
When using an electric
Read all safety warnings and
WARNING:
persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge or
people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the
machine, local regulations may restrict the age of
the operator.
To Reduce Risk of Injury:
Avoid accidental starting. Turn off all controls before
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removing the battery pack. Be sure switch is in the locked
or off position before inserting battery pack. Carrying units
with your finger on the switch or inserting the battery pack
into a unit with the switch on invites accidents.
Avoid dangerous environmental conditions – Do not
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use electric units in damp or wet locations. Don't use the
unit in the rain.
Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection,
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filter mask if operation is dusty, non-skid safety
shoes, or hearing protection must be used for
appropriate conditions.
Use the right unit – Do not use this unit for any job
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except that for which it is intended.
Inspect the area before using the unit. Remove all debris
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and hard objects such as rocks, glass, wire, etc. that can
ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause injury or damage
during operation.
Keep children, bystanders and animals away from
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the work area a minimum of 30 feet (10 meters) when
starting or operating the unit.
Maintain unit with care. Keep unit clean for best
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and safest performance. Follow instructions for
proper maintenance.
Stay alert - Watch what you are doing. Use common
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sense. Do not operate unit when you are tired.
Do not place outlet of blower near eyes or ears
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when operating.
Do not operate the machine while people, especially
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children, or pets are nearby.
Do not overreach. Keep balance at all times. Always be
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sure of footing. Walk, never run.
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Do not touch moving hazardous parts before the
machine is disconnected from the battery and the moving
hazardous parts have come to a complete stop.
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If the machine starts to vibrate abnormally, remove the
battery pack and immediately check.
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Do not attempt to clear clogs from unit without first
removing the battery.
Do not immerse any part of the unit in liquid.
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Do not use unit if switch does not turn it on or
off. A unit that cannot be controlled with the switch is
dangerous and must be repaired.
Do not allow debris to be ingested into blower intake.
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Never allow children,