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DO ensure the blower is in its original, factory configuration and has not been modified. Any
modifications may result in potentially dangerous configurations that can lead to property
damage and/or personal injury. As well as voiding the manufacturer’s warranty
DO ensure operator(s) are in adequate physical condition, mental health and not under the
influence of any substance (drugs, alcohol, etc.) which might impair vision, dexterity or
judgment. If you have any condition that might be aggravated by strenuous work, check with
your doctor before operating the blower. Guard against the possibility of back related injuries.
Always use proper lifting techniques when moving or carrying blower.
DO wear sturdy and snug fitting clothing. Never wear loose fitting clothing or anything that
could become caught on controls or moving parts. Wear long pants to protect your legs. To
improve your grip and protect your hands, wear heavy duty, non-slip gloves. Wear steel-toed
safety boots with non-slip soles. Sneakers or other similar type shoes do not provide adequate
protection.
DO wear an approved safety hard hat.
DO wear sound barriers (ear plugs or ear mufflers). Noise, generated by the blower, may
damage your hearing. Continuous and regular operators should have their hearing checked
regularly.
DO a visual inspection of the blower and check for damaged, worn, loose and/or broken parts.
Ensure all safety devices are operable and information decals are readable. Ensure the blower
and all related accessories are in good mechanical condition before use.
DO ground the blower securely. Ensure the “grounding” wire and/or device is properly
grounded. Failure to properly ground the blower may cause an electrical shock and/or
electrocution, resulting in personal injury or even death.
DO use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI). A GFCI is a safety device that disconnects
power from a circuit to a load when a potentially dangerous condition occurs. The GFCI acts
like a fast-acting fuse or circuit breaker, sensing small imbalances in the circuit caused by
current leakage, and shutting off electricity within 25mS (milliseconds). Use of a portable GFCI
gives on-the-job protection from electrical shock hazards caused by ground faults in
commercial, industrial and residential applications. Electrically driven blowers are designed to
operate ONLY from a grounded 115 volt AC, 60Hz or 220V/60Hz (select models w/220V/50Hz),
single phase power source. All electrical wiring installations and connections must comply with
all applicable NEC statutes and with all applicable local codes and practices. (For specific
information, consult the NEC publications and OSHA publications 210-22D for construction sites
and 555-3 for marina’s or for use around any area containing water.)
DO know where the controls are, how they operate, and how to stop the blower in an
emergency.
DO place the blower on secure footing to prevent it from shifting while in use. Such movement
can cause injury to the operator(s) or damage to the blower itself.
DO ensure blower is operated in a horizontal position to meet the enclosure definition. The
blower is designed for operation in job site areas that are reasonably dry, clean and provide for
a continuous, dynamic source of air for cooling the motor. Any questions about operating
environments, contact the Allegro Technical Support at 1-800-622-3530, or e-mail at
techsvc@allegrosafety.com, before using the blower.
