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ASSEMBLY
INSTALLING THE BLOWER TUBE(S) AND NOZZLE
Always install the upper blower tube. The nozzle and curved lower
blower tube are optional.
Installing the Upper Blower Tube
1. Align the bumps on the upper end of the upper blower tube with
the slots on the blower outlet (Fig. 1).
2. Insert the upper blower tube into the blower outlet (Fig. 1).
3. While holding the handle, twist the upper blower tube clockwise
until it locks into place (Fig. 1).
Installing the Nozzle or Curved Lower Blower Tube
1. Align the slots on the nozzle or curved lower blower tube with
the bumps on the lower end of the upper blower tube (Fig. 2).
2. Install the nozzle or curved lower blower tube onto the upper
blower tube (Fig. 2).
3. While holding the upper blower tube, twist the nozzle or curved
lower blower tube clockwise until it locks into place (Fig. 2). The
tabs on the upper blower tube should align with the tabs on the
nozzle (Fig. 3).
REMOVING THE BLOWER TUBE(S) AND NOZZLE
Removing the Upper Blower Tube
1. Insert a flat-head screwdriver into the tube lock. Turn the
screwdriver counterclockwise 1/4 turn and hold it in place (Fig. 4).
2. Twist the upper blower tube counterclockwise until it unlocks
from the blower outlet (Fig. 4).
3. Remove the upper blower tube from the blower outlet.
Removing the Nozzle or Curved Lower Blower Tube
1. While holding the upper blower tube, twist the nozzle or curved
lower blower tube counterclockwise until it unlocks from the
blower tube.
2. Remove the nozzle or curved lower blower tube from the upper
blower tube.
WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury and
damage to the unit, shut the unit off before removing or
installing blower tubes or nozzles.
Fig. 2
Upper
Blower Tube
Nozzle or Curved Lower
Blower Tube
Bump
Slot
Fig. 3
Tabs
Tabs
Fig. 4
Tube Lock
Fig. 1
Blower
Outlet
Upper Blower Tube
Handle
Slots
Bumps
WARNING:
To prevent serious personal injury, never
operate the unit without the upper blower tube firmly
installed.