Task Force 24013 Operator's Manual

18 V FAST CHARGE

CORDLESS SWEEPER

ITEM # 8462

MODEL # 24013

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AD YOUR OPERATOR’S MANUAL COMPLETELY AND CAREFULLY BEFORE

ATTEMPTING

TO SET UP OR OPERATE YOUR NEW TOOL. ALL OPERATORS OF THIS
EQUIPMENT SHOULD READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL SAFETY RULES PRINTED ON THE MACHINE
AND IN THIS OPERATOR’S MANUAL BEFORE USE.

CAUTION - FOR YOUR SAFETY

NOTICE: On the nameplate of your machine you will find the serial number and MFG date code of your unit.

Please record these numbers on this manual cover for future service reference.

MFG. DATE ________ PURCHASE DATE: _________

PRINTED IN CHINA

Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to your retailer, call our customer
service department at 1-800-444-6742, 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., EST, Monday-Thursday,

8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.,

EST, Friday.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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PRODUCT
SAFETY INFORMATION

PACKAGE CONTENTS

SPECIFICATIONS

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KNOW YOUR 18V CORDLESS TRIMMER
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
THE BATTERY CHARGER
MAINTENANCE

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ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE BATTERY DISPOSAL
LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY
PARTS LIST

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

18V SWEEPER

Item Number ...................................................................................................................

Model Number..................................................................................................................

Type.................................................................................................................................... Cordless, battery-operated

Motor..................................................................................................................................18V

Two speed..........................................................................................................................9500 RPM (Low) 13,000 RPM (High)

Air volume...........................................................................................................................60 ft3/min (60 pi3/min) (Low)

85 ft3/min (85 pi3/min) (High)

Air speed.............................................................................................................................80 MPH (125km/h) (Low)

125 MPH (200km/h) (High)

Weight (with battery pack)...................................................................................................5.5 Ibs (2.5 kg)

Weight (without battery pack)..............................................................................................3.5 Ibs (1.6 kg)

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BATTERY PACK AND CHARGER

Type............................................................................................................................................................ Nickel-cadmium

Output voltage........................................................................................................................................... 18 V DC

Charging time.............................................................................................................................................

rechargeable

approx. 60-90 minutes

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SAFETY INFORMATION

Please read and understand the entire manual before attempting to assemble, operate or install the
product. These safety instructions are not meant to cover every possible condition that could occur. If
you have any questions regarding the product please call customer service at 1-8
6:00 p.m., EST, Monday-Tursday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., EST, Friday.

00-444-6742, 8:00 a.m.-

Safety Signals

The purpose of safety signal statements and symbols is to attract your attention to possible danger. Read them
carefully to understand and practice proper accident prevention.

DANGER

Failure to obey a safety DANGER signal WILL result in serious injury or death to yourself or to others.

Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury.

Signals an EXTREME hazard.

WARNING

Failure to obey a safety WARNING signal CAN result in serious injury to yourself and to others. Always
follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury.

CAUTION

Failure to obey a safety CAUTION signal MAY result in property damage or personal injury to yourself or to others.
Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury.

IMPORTANT! Signals special mechanical information.
NOTE: Signals additional important general information.

Signals a serious hazard.

Signals a moderate hazard.

SafetyTool Symbols

IMPORTANT! Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning.

Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.

SYMBOL NAME EXPLANATION

V Volt Potential voltage
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency(cycles per

second)

n

0

.../min Movements Revolutions, strokes, surface

No load speed Rotational speed at no load

per minute speed, orbits, etc. per minute

SYMBOL NAME EXPLANATION

~

- - - Direct current Type or a characteristic of

Alternating Type or a characteristic of
current current

current

Class II Designates double insulation

Ni-Cad Battery Designates that this tool is in
Recycling accordance with Ni-Cad

battery recycling program

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SAFETY INFORMATION

General Safety Rules for All Battery-operatedTools

WARNING

READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

Work Area

• Keep your work area clean and well-lit.

• Do not operate power tools near liquids, gases, ordust.Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.

• Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you tolose control.

Electrical Safety

• A battery-operated tool with integral batteries or a separate battery pack must be recharged only with the specified charger for
the battery. A charger that may be suitable for one type of battery may create a risk of fire when used with another battery.

• Use a battery-operated tool only with specified battery pack. Use of any other batteries may create a risk of fire.

Personal Safety

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating a power tool.
Do not use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication.
Amoment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.

• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery.Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing,
and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.

• Avoid accidental start-ups. Make sure switch is in the locked or OFF position before inserting battery pack.
Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or inserting the battery pack into a tool with the switch ON invites accidents.

• Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool on. Awrench or key that is left attached to a rotating part
of the tool may result in personal injury.

• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at alltimes. Proper footing
and balance enable better control ofthe tool in unexpected situations.

ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION.

A sweeper can blow foreign objects into your eyes which could cause permanent eye damage.
ALWAYS wear safety goggles (not glasses).Ordinary eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses—they
are NO Tsafety goggles.

Tool Use and Care

• Do not use if switch does not turn tool ON or OFF. A tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous
and must be repaired.

• Disconnect battery pack from tool or place the switch in the locked or OFFposition before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing the tool.Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.

• Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

• When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws,
or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together may cause sparks, burns, or a fire.

• Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the tool’s
operation. If damaged, have the tool serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.

• Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your tool.
Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may create a risk of injury when used on another tool.

Service

• Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel.
Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury.

• When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual.
Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of shock or injury.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

For all garden tools

• Avoid dangerous environments. Don’t use tool in damp or wet locations. Don’t use in rain.

• Keep bystanders and children away while operating.

• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.They can be caught in moving parts. Use of rubbergloves and
substantial footwear is recommended when working outdoors.

• Avoid unintentional start-ups.

• Don’t force the tool. It will do the job better and with less risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed.

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

For Sweepers

• Never operate the sweeper with any air openings blocked. Keep air openings free of dust, lint, hair, and anything
else that may reduce airflow. Do not plug anything into openings or sweeper tubes.

• Never use the tool for spreading chemicals, fertilizer, or any other substances that may contain toxic materials.
Do not use the sweeper as a sprayer of flammable liquids.

• Use extra care when using on stairs.

• Always inspect the area before starting the tool. Remove debris and hard or sharp objects that can be blown or that can
cause damage during operation.

• Always work moving away from solid objects (walls, large stones, automobiles, fences, etc.).

• Be careful when working near valuable plants. The force of air could damage tender plants.

• Make sure the switch is OFF when clearing jammed material. To avoid possible accidental start-ups,remove or
disconnect the battery before servicing, cleaning, or removing material from the sweeper.

WARNING

• DO NOT operate the blower when you are tired or your visibility is limited. Do not use the sweeper at night or in
reduced light.

• Keep the tool dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.

For Battery Pack and Charger

DANGER

To avoid serious injury, risk of fire, explosion and danger ofelectric shock or electrocution:

• DO NOTprobe the charger with conductive materials. The charging terminals hold 120 V.

• If the battery pack case is cracked or damaged, DO NOT insert into the charger. Replace the battery pack.

• DO NOT charge these battery packs with any other type of charger.

• Charge only the battery pack provided.

• DO NOT allow liquid inside the charger.

• Always remove battery from charger when battery has reached a full charge.

• Disconnect charger from outlet when not in use.

• When servicing, use identical replacement parts.

• DO NOT try to use the charger for any other purpose than what is presented in this manual.

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