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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach.
Overreaching can result in loss of balance or
exposure to hot surfaces.
Before storing, allow the engine to cool.
Empty fuel tank into a container approved for
gasoline and restrain the unit from moving before
transporting in a vehicle.
To reduce the risk of fire and burn injury, handle
fuel with care. It is highly flammable.
Do not smoke while handling fuel.
Mix and store fuel in a container approved for
petrol.
Mix fuel outdoors where there are no sparks or
flames.
Select bare ground, stop engine, and allow to cool
before refueling.
Loosen fuel cap slowly to release pressure and to
keep fuel from escaping around the cap.
Tighten the fuel cap securely after refueling.
Wipe spilled fuel from the unit. Move 30 ft. away
from refueling site before starting engine.
Never attempt to burn off spilled fuel under any
circumstances.
Use only recommended or equivalent
manufacturer’s replacement parts and accessories.
Use of any other parts may create a hazard or
cause product damage.
Maintain the unit per maintenance instructions in
this Operator’s Manual.
Inspect the unit before each use for loose
fasteners, fuel leaks, etc. Replace damaged parts.
Do not use on a ladder, rooftop, tree, or other
unstable support. Stable footing on a solid surface
enables better control of the blower in unexpected
situations.
Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, shut off
the engine and make certain all moving parts have
stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep
the wire away from the plug to prevent starting.
We recommend taking your equipment to a
qualified service center for repair, as service
performed by inexperienced or unqualified persons
may damage the equipment, create unsafe
conditions, injury to user and/or void your warranty.
Always hold the blower in your right hand during
blower operation. Refer to the Operation
instructions later in this manual for proper position
during vacuum operation and additional
information.
Never place objects inside the blower tubes.
Use only as directed in this operator’s manual.
Do not put hands or any other objects into the
blower tubes while they are installed on the unit.
Never run the unit without the proper equipment
attached. Always install the blower tubes.
Never place blower on any surface, except a hard,
clean surface when engine is running. Gravel,
sand, and other debris can be picked up by the air
inlet and thrown at the operator or bystanders,
causing possible serious injuries.
To reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with
sound level(s), hearing protection is required.
To reduce the risk of injury associated with
contacting rotating parts, stop the engine before
installing or removing attachments. Do not operate
without all guard(s) and tubes in place. Always
disconnect the spark plug before performing
maintenance or accessing any movable parts.
Never use blower near fires, fireplaces, hot ashes,
barbecue pits, etc., which may cause fire to spread.
Do not point the blower nozzle in the direction of
people or pets.
This product is intended for infrequent use by
homeowners and other occasional users for such
general applications as blowing leaves and lawn
clippings, etc. It is not intended for prolonged use.
Prolonged periods of operation can cause
circulatory problems in the user’s hands due to
vibration. For such use, it may be appropriate to
use a product having an anti-vibration feature.
FUELING
Fuel is highly flammable. Take precautions when
using to reduce the chance of serious personal
injury.