Homelite UT42799 Blower User Manual
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1. S MANUAL HANDY BROOM ELECTRIC BLOWER UT42799 SERVICE For parts or service contact your nearest Homelite authorized service dealer Be sure to provide all relevant information when you call or visit For the location of the authorized service dealer nearest you please call 1 800 242 4672 or visit us online at www homelite com REPAIR PARTS The model number of this tool is found on a plate or label attached to the housing Please record the serial number in the space provided below MODEL NUMBER UT42799 SERIAL NUMBER HOMELITE CONSUMER PRODUCTS INC 1428 Pearman Dairy Road Anderson SC 29625 Phone 1 800 242 4672 www homelite com 983000 938 1 24 06 REV 002. breakage or damage occurred during shipping E Do not discard the packing material until you have care fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool E f any parts are damaged or missing please call 1 800 242 4672 for assistance PACKING LIST Blower Upper Tube Lower Tube Screw Operator s Manual A WARNING If any parts are missing do not operate this tool until the missing parts are replaced Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury A WARNING Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accesso ries not recommended for use with this tool Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury A WARNING Do not connect to power supply until assembly is com plete Failure to comply could result in accidental starting and possible serious personal injury ASSEMBLING THE BLOWER TUBES See Figure 2 RIDGED With the ridged area facing up slide the upper blower tube over the outlet on the blower housing Press down on the ridged area on the upper blower tube and continue to slide the tube forward until the screw hole on the side of the blower tube aligns with the hole on the blower housing Install the screw provided and rotate clockwise to secure Install the lower blower tube onto the end of the upper blower tube Slide forward until the notched areas on the upper tube click in
3. the air inlet could result in personal injury Do not operate without tubes in place Failure to keep loose clothing from being drawn into air intake could result in personal injury Page 5 SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING A DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION Without Safety Alert Symbol Indicates a situation that may result in property damage SERVICE Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should A WARNING be performed only by a qualified service technician For service we suggest you return the product to your nearest AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair When servic ing use only identical replacement parts To avoid serious personal injury do not attempt to use this product until you read thoroughly and understand completely the operator s manual If you do not under stand the warnings and instructions in the operator s manual do not use this product Call Homelite customer service for assistance A WARNING The operation of any power tool can result i
4. the equipment plug extension cord receptacle or extension cord plug in any way Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes radiators ranges and refrigerators There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded Don t expose power tools to rain or wet conditions Wa ter entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock Do not handle plug or tool with wet hands Use outdoor extension cords marked W A W SW A SOW A STW A STOW A SUW A SUTW A or SUTOW A These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock Never allow children to operate the equipment Never allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction Always wear safety glasses with side shields Everyday glasses have only impact resistant lenses They are NOT safety glasses Following this rule will reduce the risk of eye injury Use face mask if operation is dusty Wear eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87 1 when operating this product Page 3 Wear heavy long pants boots and gloves Avoid loose garments or jewelry that could get caught in moving parts of the machine or its motor Do not force tool Use the correct tool for your applica tion The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or when wearing sandals or similar lightweight footwear Wear protective footwe
5. 6 0 A WARNING Keep the extension cord clear of the working area Position the cord so that it will not get caught on lumber tools or other obstructions while you are working with a power tool Failure to do so can result in serious per sonal injury A WARNING Check extension cords before each use If damaged replace immediately Never use tool with a damaged cord since touching the damaged area could cause electrical shock resulting in serious injury Page 7 FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS WELGI erpinen E G dena svete eeeeasegegnagd E a 6 7 Ibs WUE E E E T 120 V 60 Hz AC only 12 Amps POWER SWITCH Fig 1 KNOW YOUR BLOWER BLOWER TUBES See Figure 1 The blower tubes can be assembled and installed on the The safe use of this product requires an understanding of blower using only a screwdriver the information on the tool and in this operator s manual as CORD RETAINER well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting Before A convenient cord retainer helps keep the extension cord use of this product familiarize yourself with all operating connection secure during blower operation features and safety rules TOOLS NEEDED PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER Page 8 ASSEMBLY UNPACKING This product requires assembly E Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included E Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no
6. OPERATOR S MANUAL HANDY BROOM ELECTRIC BLOWER UT42799 Your blower has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability ease of operation and operator safety When properly cared for it will give you years of rugged trouble free performance Thank you for your purchase SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE TABLE OF CONTENTS MALO GUICTION as facet caste seeds ces E AEA E A sung suede cauesvaees eateaceseesnesaceitees 2 M Important Safety IMStruCtomS icenian A A EER 3 M Specific Safety RULCS scissa eeii a aro NE a ir a aE Enea EER Raa aaa NKE Sa i SARENA ENTE REEE N EE 4 MSO E TASE AA E ATT 5 6 E ESC tl Call aca cx eats ceciesis eian E E gg cp eats Godel deed cance deve eevee eect ee 7 Ml Features E E E vec dedestd sacedh ee 2eveuees cba denes tye ieee flee ccevev accu eneateecde E ele daveenycdiamiavecedeevaa ueliveney 8 ME TOOIS NOC OSC sic segcc sete see sexecccs E eth cuccqcesssoeceeauxi E T ees gucts ET T 8 E ASSN aes Soc cis dace ate bes cea capadined sa ba R Gene ene So cece Sc ad Dede ce tea ne air eee cae eed ee zeaedcdvede ages 9 E OPS NATO Mssp e aea a aaa daa oraaa A ra e a aE aia Ea rN 10 11 E E E A E A E A T TT 12 E Troubleshoot iM jaa estes cig saccade eta a ce cag Sic be eau cs acc vee ced sce dea a ee ec 2h ceded ent ev ease dadivs ace ven tele aueeaeesaeveces ees 12 ME Warranty E N E E E E E E E E Milas Gees Jeeta T T 13 M Parts Ordering Service ccccccccccceseneceeesenneeeeeeseaee
7. THE EXPIRATION OF THE APPROPRIATE TWO YEAR ONE YEAR OR NINETY DAY WARRANTY PERIOD HOMELITE S OBLIGATION UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS STRICTLY AND EXCLUSIVELY LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE PARTS AND HOMELITE DOES NOT ASSUME OR AUTHORIZE ANYONE TO ASSUME FOR THEM ANY OTHER OBLIGATION SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU HOMELITE ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO EXPENSE OF RETURNING THE PRODUCT TO AN AUTHORIZED HOMELITE SERVICE CENTER AND EXPENSE OF DELIVERING IT BACK TO THE OWNER MECHANIC S TRAVEL TIME TELEPHONE OR TELEGRAM CHARGES RENTAL OF A LIKE PRODUCT DURING THE TIME WARRANTY SERVICE IS BEING PERFORMED TRAVEL LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PERSONAL PROPERTY LOSS OF REVENUE LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT LOSS OF TIME OR INCONVENIENCE SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state This warranty applies to all HOMELITE brand products manufactured by or for Homelite and sold in the United States and Canada To locate your nearest Homelite authorized service center dial 1 800 242 4672 or log on to our website at www homelite com Page 13 OPERATOR
8. ar that will protect your feet and improve your footing on slippery surfaces Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent entanglement in any moving parts Keep firm footing and balance Do not overreach Over reaching can result in loss of balance Avoid accidental starting Be sure the power switch is not on before plugging in Turn off power switch before unplug ging Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is danger ous and must be repaired Do not use with damaged plug If tool is not working as it should or has been dropped damaged left outdoors or dropped into water return it to an authorized service center Do not leave the tool when plugged in Unplug from the power outlet when not in use before servicing and be fore storing the tool Such preventative safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally Keep all bystanders children and pets at least 50 ft away Do not operate this unit when you are tired ill or under the influence of alcohol drugs or medication Do not operate in poor lighting Keep all parts of your body away from any moving parts and all hot surfaces of the unit Do not put any object into openings Do not use with any opening blocked keep openings free of dust lint hair and anything that may reduce air flow Check the work area before each use Remove all objects such as rocks brok
9. ase One year forthe following units all Yard Broom Trimlite and Bandit models Two years if the product is used for personal family or household use 90 days if used for any other purpose such as commercial or rental This warranty extends to the original retail purchaser only and commences on the date of the original retail purchase Any part of the this product manufactured or supplied by Homelite and found in the reasonable judgment of Homelite to be defective in material or workmanship will be repaired or replaced without charge for parts and labor by a Homelite authorized service center The product including any defective part must be returned to an authorized service dealer within the warranty period The expense of delivering the product to the dealer for warranty work and the expense of returning it back to the owner after repair or replacement will be paid by the owner Homelite s responsibility in respect to claims is limited to making the required repairs or replacements and no claim of breach of warranty shall be cause for cancellation or rescission of the contract of sale of any HOMELITE brand product Proof of purchase will be required by the dealer to substantiate any warranty claim All warranty work must be performed by a Homelite authorized service center This warranty is limited to ninety 90 days from the date of original retail purchase for any HOMELITE brand product that is used for rental or commer
10. cial purposes or any other income producing purpose This warranty does not cover any HOMELITE brand product that has been subject to misuse neglect negligence or accident or that has been operated in any way contrary to the operating instructions as specified in this operator s manual This warranty does not apply to any damage to the product that is the result of improper maintenance or to any product that has been altered or modified The warranty does not extend to repairs made necessary by normal wear or by the use of parts or accessories which are either incompatible with the HOMELITE brand product or adversely affect its operation performance or durability In addition this warranty does not cover A Tune ups Spark Plugs Carburetor Carburetor Adjustments Ignition Filters B Wear items Bump Knobs Outer Spools Cutting Lines Inner Reels Starter Pulleys Starter Ropes Drive Belts Tines Felt Washers Hitch Pins Mulching Blades Blower Fans Blower and Vacuum Tubes Vacuum Bags and Straps Guide Bars Saw Chains Homelite reserves the right to change or improve the design of any HOMELITE brand product without assuming any obligation to modify any product previously manufactured ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE STATED WARRANTY PERIOD ACCORDINGLY ANY SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE ARE DISCLAIMED IN THEIR ENTIRETY AFTER
11. d other masonry products and e arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk from these exposures 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 those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles Page 4 SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool Please study them and learn their meaning Proper interpreta tion of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer SYMBOL NAME Volts Amperes Hertz Watt Minutes Alternating Current Direct Current Class Il Construction Wet Conditions Alert Read The Operator s Manual Safety Alert Keep Bystanders Away Eye Protection Long Hair Blower Tubes Loose Clothing DESIGNATION EXPLANATION Voltage Current Frequency cycles per second Power Time Type of current Type or a characteristic of current Double insulated construction Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations To reduce the risk of injury user must read and understand operator s manual before using this product Precautions that involve your safety Keep all bystanders at least 50 ft away Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and as necessary a full face shield when operating this product Failure to keep long hair away from
12. e OFF O position Page 10 RETAINER EXTENSION CORD OPERATION OPERATING THE BLOWER See Figure 5 E To keep from scattering debris blow around the outer edges of a debris pile Never blow directly into the center of a pile E To reduce sound levels limit the number of pieces of equipment used at any one time E Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing In dusty conditions slightly dampen surfaces when water is available E Conserve water by using power blowers instead of hoses for many lawn and garden applications including areas such as gutters screens patios grills porches and gardens E Watch out for children pets open windows or freshly washed cars and blow debris safely away E After using blowers or other equipment CLEAN UP Dispose of debris properly Page 11 MAINTENANCE GENERAL MAINTENANCE A WARNING Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts Most When servicing use only identical replacement parts plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use Use product damage clean cloths to remove dirt dust oil grease etc A WARNING Do not at any time let brake fluids gasoline petroleum A WARNING Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side based products penetrating oils etc come in contact with plastic parts Chemicals can dama
13. eeeesseaeeeeeeeeaeeeesseceeeeeseccaaeeeeseceaeeeeesesaeeeseeseeeeeesseeneeeeeseeaes Back Page INTRODUCTION This tool has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable Safety performance and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS A WARNING READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS Fail ure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or serious personal injury READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS BLOWER E Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres such as in the presence of flammable liquids gases or dust Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes To reduce the risk of electric shock this tool has a po larized plug one blade is wider than the other and will require the use of a polarized extension cord The plug will fit into a polarized extension cord only one way If the 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 This 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 change
14. en glass nails wire or string which can be thrown or become entangled in the machine Use only identical manufacturer s replacement parts and accessories Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES E Make sure your extension cord is in good condition Neverrunthe unit without the proper equipment attached When using an extension cord be sure to use one heavy Always ensure the blower tubes are installed enough to carry the current your product will draw Awire When not in use blower should be stored indoors in a gauge size A W G of at least 14 is recommended for an dry locked up place out of the reach of children extension cord 50 feet or less in length If in doubt use the m Save these instructions Refer to them frequently and flex haamer gaugs The amater the gauge number the use them to instruct others who may use this blower If PAAVIT NG COA ANUNABrSIZSA GOTA VIl CaUSS rep you loan someone this unit loan them these instructions line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating E Do not point the blower nozzle in the direction of people or pets also A WARNING Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are e lead from lead based paints e crystalline silica from bricks and cement an
15. ge weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust If operation is dusty also wear a dust mask A WARNING Before inspecting cleaning or servicing the machine unplug the power cord and wait for all moving parts to stop Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage STORAGE 1 MONTH OR LONGER Clean all foreign material from the blower E Store indoors in a place that is inaccessible to children Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemi cals and de icing salts TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Motor fails to start when switch is Power cord is not plugged in or con Plug in the power cord turned on nection is loose Household circuit breaker is tripped Check circuit breaker CALL US FIRST For any questions about operating or maintaining your product call the Homelite Help Line Your product has been fully tested prior to shipment to ensure your complete satisfaction Page 12 WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT Homelite Consumer Products Inc Homelite warrants to the original retail purchaser that this HOMELITE brand outdoor product is free from defect in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace at Homelite s discretion any defective product free of charge within these time periods from the date of purch
16. n foreign objects being thrown into your eyes which can safety glasses with side shields and when needed a full face shield We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields Always use eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87 1 a result in severe eye damage Before beginning power tool operation always wear safety goggles or ry SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Page 6 ELECTRICAL DOUBLE INSULATION Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power tools which eliminates the need for the usual three wire grounded power cord All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal motor components with protecting insulation Double insulated tools do not need to be grounded A WARNING The double insulated system is intended to protect the user from shock resulting from a break in the tool s internal insulation Observe all normal safety precautions to avoid electrical shock NOTE Servicing of a tool with double insulation requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and should be performed only by a qualified service technician For service we suggest you return the tool to your nearest authorized service center for repair Always use original factory replace ment parts when servicing ELECTRICAL CONNECTION This tool has a precision built electric motor It should be connected to a power supply that is 120 volts 60 Hz AC onl
17. to the slots on the lower tube Install the screw provided into the screw hole on the upper blower tube and tighten securely in a clockwise direction using a Phillips screwdriver Page 9 OPERATION A WARNING Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you care less Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury A WARNING Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating tools Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury A WARNING Do not use any attachments or accessories not recom mended by the manufacturer of this tool The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury APPLICATIONS You may use this tool for the purposes listed below E Clearing leaves and other debris from your lawn E Keeping decks and driveways free from leaves and pine needles STARTING STOPPING THE BLOWER See Figures 3 4 E Attach the outlet end of an extension cord to the plug on the rear of the blower NOTE Use only an approved outdoor extension cord as described previously in this manual E Route the extension cord through the right side of the loop located on the rear of the blower housing and place underneath the cord retainer E To start the blower place the power switch in the ON 1 position E To stop the blower place the power switch in th
18. y normal household current Do not operate this tool on direct current DC A substantial voltage drop will cause a loss of power and the motor will overheat If your tool does not operate when plugged into an outlet double check the power supply GFCI Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI protection should be provided on the circuit s or outlet s to be used for the tool Receptacles are available having built in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of safety EXTENSION CORDS When using a power tool at a considerable distance from a power source be sure to use an extension cord that has the capacity to handle the current the tool will draw An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in overheating and loss of power Use the chart to determine the minimum wire size required in an extension cord Only round jacketed cords listed by Underwriter s Laboratories UL should be used When working outdoors with a tool use an extension cord that is designed for outside use This type of cord is desig nated with WA on the cord s jacket Before using any extension cord inspect it for loose or exposed wires and cut or worn insulation Ampere rating on tool data plate 0 2 0 2 1 3 4 3 5 5 0 5 1 7 0 Cord Length Wire Size A W G 25 16 16 16 16 14 14 50 16 16 16 14 14 12 100 16 16 14 12 10 Used on 12 gauge 20 amp circuit NOTE AWG American Wire Gauge 7 1 12 0 12 1 1
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