Dirtdevil ND20500PC User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

Operating and Servicing Instructions

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• Please read these instructions
carefully before using your product.

• Let us help you put your product
together or answer any questions,
call:

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(USA & Canada)
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WARNING:

Product assembly may include small parts.
Small parts can present a choking hazard.

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THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When you use this product, basic precautions should always be followed,
including the following:

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•ALWAYSFOLLOWTHESESAFETYINSTRUCTIONS.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,
ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:

• Know your tool
Read and understand the owners manual and labels affixed to the tool. Learn its

application and limitations as well as its specific potential hazards.

• Keep guards in place.
Keep in good working order, properly adjusted and aligned.

• Don’t force tool.
It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

• Wear proper apparel.
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry (rings, watch) which may

get caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear is recommended. Wear protective
hair covering to contain long hair. Roll up long sleeves above the elbows.

• Always wear safety glasses.
Also use a face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. Always wear safety

glasses (ansi z87.1). Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses, they
are not safety glasses.

• Don’t overreach.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

• Maintain tool with care.
Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions

for lubricating and changing accessories.

• Disconnect tools.
Before servicing, when changing accessories or attachments.

• Avoid accidental starting.
Make sure the swich is in the ‘’off’’ position before plugging in.

• Check damaged parts.
Before further use of the tool, a guard or other parts that are damaged should

be carefully checked to ensure that they will operate properly and perform their
intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its opera­tion. A guard or other parts that are damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced.

• Never leave machine running unattended. Turn power off. Don’t leave any tool
running until it comes to a complete stop.

• 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.

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• 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. Water 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,
SJW-A, SJTW-A, or SJTOW-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 use face or dust mask if operation is dusty.

• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

• Do not leave appliance plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and
before servicing.

• Do not expose to rain, store indoors.

• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended
attachments.

• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all body parts away from openings and
moving parts.

• Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or when wearing sandals or similar
lightweight footwear. Wear protective footwear that will protect your feet and
improve your footing on slippery surfaces.

• Do not use on steps, a ladder, roof top, tree, or other unstable support. Stable
footing on a solid surface enables better control of the blower/vac in unexpected
situations.

• Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Overreaching can result in loss
of balance.

• Turn off all controls before unplugging.

• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or
near children.

• Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the power switch is not on before plugging in.
Turn off power switch before unplugging.

• Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off. Any tool that cannot be con­trolled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

• Do not leave the tool when plugged in. unplug from the power outlet when not in
use, before servicing, and before 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, upset, 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.

• Check the work area before each use. Remove all objects such as rocks, broken
glass, nails, wire, or string which can be thrown of become entangled in the
machine.

• Never use blower/vac near fires, fireplaces, hot ashes, barbecue pits, etc., which
may cause fire to spread.

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