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OPERATION

STARTING AND STOPPING

See Figures 3 - 4.

Starting the product differs if the engine is cold or warm. 
Refer to the label on the air filter base for choke positions 

A

B

, and 

C

.

To Start A Cold Engine:

n

  Place the blower on a flat, bare surface.

n

  Push the primer bulb, slowly, 5 times.

n

  Move the choke lever to the full choke position marked 

A

.

n

  Squeeze the throttle trigger to full throttle position.

n

  Pull the starter rope until the engine tries to run. Do not 

pull the starter rope more than 6 pulls.

n

  Move the choke lever to the half choke position marked

 B

.

n

  Squeeze the trigger to full throttle position and pull the 

starter rope until the engine runs.

n

  Run the engine 30 to 45 seconds at full throttle in the half 

choke position, to warm up the engine.

n

  Move the choke lever to position marked 

C

.

To Start A Warm Engine:

n

  Push the primer bulb, slowly, 5 times.

n

  Move the choke lever to the half choke position marked

 B

.

n

  Squeeze the trigger to full throttle position and pull the 

starter rope until the engine runs.

n

  Move the choke lever to position marked 

C

.

To Stop:

Release the throttle trigger and push the 

STOP

 knob until 

the engine stops.

OPERATING THE BLOWER

See Figures 5 - 6.

n

  Start the blower, refer to 

Starting and Stopping

 earlier 

in this manual. Hold the blower with the upper handle in 
your right hand.

n

  To keep from scattering debris, blow around the outer 

edges of a debris pile. Never blow directly into the center 
of a pile.

n

  Operate power equipment at reasonable hours only - not 

early in the morning or late at night when people might 
be disturbed. Comply with the times listed in local ordi-
nances.

n

  To  reduce  sound  levels,  limit  the  number  of  pieces  of 

equipment used at any one time.

Fig. 3

WARNING:

Keep away from all hot surfaces of the blower. Failure to 
do so could result in possible serious personal injury.

PUSH TO 

STOP

Fig. 4

Fig. 5

PRIMER 

BULB

CHOKE 

LEVER

THROTTLE 

TRIGGER

Summary of Contents for UT08120D

Page 1: ...factured to Homelite s high standard for dependability ease of operation and operator safety Properly cared for it will give you years of rugged trouble free performance Thank you for buying a Homelite blower WARNING To reduce the risk of injury the user must read and understand the operator s manual before using this product ...

Page 2: ...aintenance 11 n Troubleshooting 12 n Warranty 13 15 n Accessories 15 n Parts Ordering Service 16 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION This tool has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable Safety performance and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate ...

Page 3: ...Check with the federal state or local authorities in your area n Before storing allow the engine to cool n Empty fuel tank and restrain the unit from moving before transporting in a vehicle n To reduce the risk of fire and burn injury handle fuel with care It is highly flammable n Do not smoke while handling fuel n Mix and store fuel in a container approved for gasoline n Mix fuel outdoors where t...

Page 4: ...Precautions that involve your safety Do not operate without tubes in place Failure to keep long hair away from the air inlet could result in personal injury Failure to keep loose clothing from being drawn into air intake could result in personal injury SYMBOLS Eye and Hearing Protection Wear eye and hearing protection when operating this equipment Vacuum Door Do not run unit while vacuum door is u...

Page 5: ...tentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION Without Safety Alert Symbol Indicates a situation that may result in property damage WARNING To avoid serious personal injury do not attempt to use this product until you read thoroughly and understand completely the operator s manual Save this operator s manual and review frequently for continuing sa...

Page 6: ...E The blower tubes can be assembled and installed on the blower using no tools CRUISE CONTROL THROTTLE LOCK The Cruise Control throttle lock feature allows the user to operate the blower without holding the throttle trigger To stop the engine simply push the cruise control knob after the engine has returned to idle speed MOTOR The blower has a powerful 30cc engine with sufficient power to handle t...

Page 7: ... Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accessories not recommended for use with this tool Any such altera tion or modification is misuse and could result in a hazard ous condition leading to possible serious personal injury WARNING Disconnect spark plug wire before assembling product Failure to do so could result in possible serious injury ASSEMBLING THE BLOWER TUBES See Figure 2 n Screw th...

Page 8: ...to inflict serious injury WARNING Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating power tools Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury APPLICATIONS You may use this tool for the purposes listed below n Clearing leaves and other debris from your lawn n Keeping decks and driveways free from leaves and pine...

Page 9: ...r bulb slowly 5 times n Move the choke lever to the half choke position marked B n Squeeze the trigger to full throttle position and pull the starter rope until the engine runs n Move the choke lever to position marked C To Stop Release the throttle trigger and push the STOP knob until the engine stops OPERATING THE BLOWER See Figures 5 6 n Start the blower refer to Starting and Stopping earlier i...

Page 10: ...ll blower nozzle extension so the air stream can work close to the ground n After using blowers or other equipment CLEAN UP Dispose of debris in trash receptacles n Use the wide sweeper nozzle for the everyday blowing operation This nozzle allows for more area to be covered during the blowing operation CRUISE CONTROL THROTTLE LOCK See Figure 7 The Cruise Control throttle lock can be used to operat...

Page 11: ...er base n Pivot the cover back in place Push the latch back into the slot and ensure the cover is locked in place SPARK ARRESTOR The muffler is equipped with a spark arrestor screen inside muffler body After extended use the screen can become dirty and may need to have the muffler replaced by an authorized servicing dealer WARNING To avoid a fire hazard never run the blower without the spark arres...

Page 12: ... spark plug Reattach the spark plug cap and lay spark plug on metal cylinder Pull the starter rope and watch for spark at spark plug tip If there is no spark repeat test with a new spark plug 2 Push primer bulb until fuel is visible in the bulb If fuel is not apparent the primary fuel delivery system is blocked Contact a servicing dealer If primer bulb fills engine may be flooded see next item 3 R...

Page 13: ...MELITE product that has been altered or modified The warranty does not extend to repairs made necessary by normal wear or by the use of parts or accessories which are either INCOMPATIBLE WITH THE HOMELITE product or adversely affect its operation performance or durability In addition this warranty does not cover A Tune ups Spark Plugs Carburetor Carburetor Adjustments Ignition Filters B Wearitems ...

Page 14: ...ime not to exceed 30 days If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities you should contact a Homelite Consumer Products Inc Customer Representative at 1 800 242 4672 COVERAGE Homelite Consumer Products Inc warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that your nonroad or small off road engine will be designed built and equipped at the time of sal...

Page 15: ...ilter X X SPARK SCREEN X CARBURETOR ASSY includes Heat Dam Gaskets FUEL TANK ASSY includes Fuel Lines X Fuel Cap X Fuel Filter IGNITION ASSY includes Spark Plug X ALL EMISSIONS RELATED PARTS ARE WARRANTED FOR TWO YEARS OR FOR THE PERIOD OF TIME PRIOR TO THE PARTS FIRST SCHEDULED REPLACEMENT WHICHEVER COMES FIRST THIS PRODUCT WAS MANUFACTURED WITH A CATALYST MUFFLER Congratulations You have made an...

Page 16: ...ice contact your nearest Homelite authorized service dealer Be sure to provide all relevant information when you call or visit For the location of the authorized service dealer nearest you please call 1 800 chainsaw 1 800 242 4672 or visit us online at www homelite com REPAIR PARTS The model number of this tool is found on a plate or label attached to the housing Please record the serial number in...

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