Learn Safety Tips for Power Tools

Series Summary

Power tools make life easier for construction workers and homeowners alike. For example, a power sweeper (leaf blower) far outweighs the efficiency of a broom, requiring much less work on the part of the user. This useful piece of equipment is excellent for removing leaves from your lawn or driveway and for cleaning up a job site. Learning how to use a leaf blower is easy, especially if you can watch someone show you how to use one. Our expert can show you for free and online how to use a leaf blower (power sweeper).

In this free how to video series, learn how to use a power sweeper from expert Jon Olson. Jon will demonstrate how to assemble a power sweeper, how to connect a power sweeper to a power supply, how to start and stop a power sweeper, how to safely operate a power sweeper, how to store a power sweeper, how to clean a power sweeper, and how to maintain a power sweeper. Additionally, get free tips on general power tool safety, what to wear when using a power sweeper, and where it is appropriate to use a power sweeper.

Video Transcript

"Hi, this is Jon on behalf of Expert Village. In this video clip, we would be talking about general safety. First off, the power sweeper that I would be using in my demonstration probably differs than the one that you have. So you always want to double check with your users guide to make sure you are using it properly. When you are finished using your tool or if you are going to be preforming any maintenance on your tool, you want to make sure and unplug it. This is going to prevent accidental starting or any type of electric shock. You always want to pay close attention to any warning labels that are on your tool. You want to make sure you fully understand how to use your tool before you use it. Lastly, your power sweeper is not a tool and should not be used as a toy. You want to make sure not to let children to play with it or use it. You want to keep it out of reach of children as well. All and all the power sweeper is a very safe tool if used properly."