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DR
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PRO-62V BLOWER
SAFETY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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anual and all instructions before operating the DR® PRO-62V BLOWER.
DR® Power Equipment
Toll-free phone: 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637)
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Table of Contents
This information is important in the proper use of your machine. Failure to follow this instruction could result in damage to
your machine or property.
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Chapter 1: General Safety Rules ............................................................................................................................................................ 4
Chapter 2: Setting Up the DR® PRO-62V BLOWER ............................................................................................................................. 8
Chapter 3: Operating the DR® PRO-62V BLOWER .............................................................................................................................. 11
Chapter 4: Maintaining the DR® PRO-62V BLOWER ........................................................................................................................... 13
Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Your DR® PRO-62V BLOWER ................................................................................................................. 14
Chapter 6: Parts Lists, Schematic Diagrams and Warranty ................................................................................................................. 16
Conventions used in this manual
could result in death or serious injury.
ndicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
Serial Number and Order Number
A Serial Number is used to identify your machine and is located on the Serial
Number Label on your machine (Figure 1). An Order Number is used to check
and maintain your order history and is located on the upper left portion of your
packing slip. For your convenience and easy reference, enter the Serial Number
and Order Number in the space provided on the front cover of this manual.
Additional Information and Potential Changes
DR Power Equipment reserves the right to discontinue, change, and improve its
products at any time without notice or obligation to the purchaser. The
descriptions and specifications contained in this manual were in effect at
printing. Equipment described within this manual may be optional. Some
illustrations may not be applicable to your machine.
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62V Charger with DR® 62V Batteries. Do not try to use the DR® 62V Charger with Batteries from other
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Read this safety & operat
and service recommendations to ensure the best performance from your machine. If you have any questions or need assistance,
please contact us at www.DRpower.c
1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637)
Representatives will be happy to help you.
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Chapter 1: General Safety Rules
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ing Instructions manual before you use the DR® PRO-62V BLOWER. Become familiar with the operation
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and one of our Technical Support
Labels
Your DR® PRO-62V BLOWER carries prominent labels as reminders for its proper and safe use. Shown below are copies of all the
Safety and Information labels that appear on the equipment. Take a moment to study them and make a note of their location on
your DR
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PRO-62V BLOWER as you set up and before you operate the unit. Replace damaged or missing safety and information
labels immediately.
#41715 (Battery) #41720 (Battery)
Protecting Yourself and Those Around You
and the activity of blowing. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.
Be sure the area is clear of other people before blowing. Never allow bystanders, or pets in your work area when operating the
Blower. Stop the tool if anyone enters the area. Keep bystanders at least 20 feet away from the work area.
Only allow responsible individuals who have a thorough understanding of these instructions to operate the Blower. Never
allow children to operate the tool.
Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure your vision.
If you are ever unsure about an action you are about to take, please do not do it.
Dressing Appropriately
using your DR® PRO-62V BLOWER to protect your eyes from possible thrown objects.
Use a face or dust mask when operating in dusty conditions. Some dust created by blowing contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
Compounds in fertilizers, insecticides, herbicides, and pestici
To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, wear approved safety equipment such as dust masks specially designed to filter
out microscopic particles.
We recommend the use of ear protectors or earplugs rated for at least 20 DBA to protect your hearing.
Wear shoes with non-slip treads when using the Blower. If you have safety shoes, wear them. Do not use the Blower while
barefoot or wearing sandals with exposed toes or heels.
Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair to protect you from pieces of toxic plants such as poison ivy.
We recommend wearing long pants and rubber gloves while using this tool.
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• If the Blower vibrates abnormally, stop the Motor, remove the Battery Pack, and inspect the tool for any damage. Check for
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Preparing to Use Your Blower
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proper use of the Blower before starting.
Thoroughly inspect the area where you will be using the Blower, and remove all stones, lawn toys, wire, bones, sticks, pet
supplies, and any other foreign objects which could be thrown or pulled into the intake by the Blower.
Operating Your Blower Safely
Do not use your DR® PRO-62V BLOWER for any job other than the intended use. Never try to use an attachment not made
specifically for the Blower.
Avoid unintentional starting - do not carry the Blower with your finger on the ON/OFF Switch.
Do not put any part of your body in the Blower air intake opening or Blower Tube exhaust opening.
Never attempt to move rocks or sharp materials while operating the Blower unit.
Remove the Battery Pack when inspecting, cleaning, clearing any material from the Blower Air Inlet.
Do not operate the Blower in gaseous or explosive atmospheres. The Motor normally sparks, and the sparks might ignite
fumes.
Never operate the Blower without the proper Tube attached.
Never use the Blower around fires, fireplaces, barbecue pits, ashtrays, etc.
Never operate the Blower in the rain or wet conditions
Never over reach and keep proper footing and balance at all times.
Operate only in daylight or in an area well lit by artificial light.
Watch out for traffic when operating near roadways.
Stay alert and watch what you are doing. Do not operate the Blower when you are tired or under the influence of medication,
drugs, or alcohol.
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any other condition that may affect its
operation. Repair the damage before restarting and operating the Blower. NOTE: Excessive vibration is generally a sign of
trouble.
Do not operate the Blower if it does not start normally or stop normally with the Power Switch.
Handling the Battery Pack Safely
Always charge the Battery Pack indoors, never charge it the rain or in wet conditions.
Use only the DR® 62V Charger with DR® 62V Battery Packs. Do not use the DR® 62V Charger with Battery Packs from other
manufacturers or other DR
Never attempt to alter or open the Battery Pack or Charger. There are no customer serviceable parts inside. Use normal
household voltage (110 volts) when charging the Battery Pack. Plug the Charger Power Supply directly into the electrical outlet
Exercise care in handling the Battery Pack in order not to short-
keys. When short-circuited, the Battery Pack or conductor may overheat and cause burns.
Electrolyte leakage from the Battery Pack can be harmful causing serious chemical burns if on the skin or in the eyes. Remove
contaminated clothing and wash skin with soap and water. If electrolyte gets in your eyes, flush with cold water for at least 15
minutes and seek medical a
fresh air, and seek medical attention.
Never dispose of the Battery Pack in a fire, as the Battery Pack may explode. Never open or mutilate the Battery Pack; released
materials are flammable. If fire or explosion occurs, do not breathe the fumes. A burning Battery Pack will create toxic fu
Fire fighters should use self-contained breathing apparatus. The fire in the Battery Pack will need to burn out, but the fire can
powdered graphite fire extinguishers, dry ground dolomite or soda ash to smother the fire.
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products. Use of a different Charger may cause a fire or explosion.
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This Product can expose you to chemicals including phthalates, toluene and benzene, which are known to the state of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Handling the Battery Pack Safely - continued
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www.DRpower.com and click on “Customer Service” to find distribution centers across the country that will accept your Battery
Do not ship damaged Battery Packs and be sure to use the original packaging materials when shipping Batteries and tools
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back to DR
Power Equipment if you decide you do not want them. Special labeling on the packaging is required because the
Batteries are considered hazardous materials. Check with airlines before trying to check Lithium batteries with your baggage.
New regulations are being considered that may restrict packaging and shipping of these Batteries as well as tools with
Batteries installed.
Please dispose of your used Battery Packs responsibly by recycling them, never throw away used Battery Packs in your
household trash. Call your local Solid Waste Management District or your local waste handler to locate the collection site
nearest you. Some collection sites recycle Battery Packs year-round; others collect them periodically. You can also visit the
Web site of Earth 911 for more information [www.earth911.org]. Once there, click the Municipal HHW link under Hazardous
Household Waste, and enter your zip code. The site lists recycling centers located near you. You can also visit our website
Pack for 100% recycling of the plastic and lithium. To learn more about hazardous waste recycling, visit the Web site for the
Environmental Protection Agency [www.epa.gov].
California Proposition 65
A Note to All Users
No list of warnings and cautions can be all-inclusive. If situations occur that are not covered by this manual, the operator must
apply common sense and operate this DR
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PRO-62V BLOWER in a safe manner. Contact us at www.DRpower.com or call 1-800-
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