TOOL HOLDER
(Not standard with all models)
If your tool holder looks like the one pictured in
figure 10
, follow these instructions.
1. With rear of unit facing you, take tool holder and position it with tabs facing rear of unit
(figure 11)
.
2. Place “J” shaped tabs into the slots on cord wraps
(figure 12)
.
3. Press down until tabs snap into place.
4. Press down on center of tool holder until tab latches on bottom lid
(figure 13)
.
If your tool holder looks like the one pictured in
figure 14
, follow these instructions.
1. With rear of unit facing you, take tool holder and slide over notches on rear of tank
(figure 15)
.
PORTABLE BLOWER OPERATION
BLOWER SAfETy
1. never operate the portable blower in wet or damp conditions. do not use in rain.
2. Keep area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children and pets.
3. dress properly. do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Always wear substantial footwear and
long pants. Secure loose hair with a hat or hair net to avoid hair being caught in moving parts.
4. never blow debris in direction of bystanders.
5. do not overreach or use blower from unstable surface such as ladders, trees, steep slopes,
roof tops, etc. Always be sure of your footing.
6. Inspect the area before using the blower. Remove all debris and hard objects such as rocks,
glass, wire, etc. that can be blown or cause damage during operation.
7. Always wear a respirator or face mask when working in dusty environments.
8. Keep vents clean and clear of dirt and debris.
ASSEMBLy INSTRUCTIONS
1. To remove portable blower from tank cover, depress button and turn
counterclockwise and lift off the tank cover
(Figure 16).
2. Remove air diffuser from blower exhaust
(Figure 17).
3. Insert 2 1/2” coupling into the blower exhaust. Push firmly into place by
twisting coupling slightly.
4. Slide 2 1/2” extension wand over coupling. Again push firmly into place
and twist to tighten.
5. Attach blower nozzle to extension wand so that it will be parallel to the
ground when the blower is in use
(Figure 18).
6. Plug the cord into an electrical outlet. your portable blower is ready for
use.
Note:
If an extension cord is used, use only an
approved outdoor extension cord. To prevent exten-
sion cord from pulling away from appliance cord, tie
cords as shown
(Figure 19).
BLOWER OPERATION
1. The correct operating position is to hold the portable blower in either hand, at arms length
at your side. your portable blower has been designed with the necessary angle to direct the
air blast toward the ground in front of you
(figure 20)
.
2. Always work going away from solid objects such as walls, large stones, automobiles and
fences.
3. Clean spaces with corners by starting in corners and moving outward to open areas to
prevent an accumulation of debris which could fly into your face.
installing casters into feet.
NOTE:
flat washers are not required with all units.
5. Insert casters into feet by placing stem of caster into holes provided. Apply pressure and
twisting motion until casters snap into place
(figure 9)
. Return tank to upright position.
4. Be careful when working near valuable plants. The force of the air could damage tender
plants.
5. use both handles when working above the waist or when two-handed grip is desired.
6. your portable blower can be used for:
a. Cleaning grass from walkways
e. Blowing out flower beds
after mowing or edging
f. Leaf control in autumn
b. Sweeping or drying patios
g. Cobweb removal
c. Cleaning driveways
h. Overhead sweeping
d. Sweeping out garages
i. dusting of hard-to-clean equipment
and workshops
j. Cleaning shelves and workbenches
7. Reattach portable blower for wet/
dry operation by aligning arrows on
blower and lid; turn clockwise until
blower locks into position
(figure 21)
.
WARNING
–
ALWAyS WEAR EyE PROTECTION TO PREVENT
ROCkS OR DEBRIS fROM BEING BLOWN OR RICOCHETING INTO THE EyES
OR fACE WHICH CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INjURy.
INSTALLING THE CARTRIDGE fILTER
WARNING
– ALWAyS DISCONNECT THE PLUG fROM
THE WALL OUTLET BEfORE REMOVING THE TANk COVER.
When using the reusable dry filter to pick up dust and dry
material, you must install foam sleeve and reusable dry filter
to ensure proper filtration. If the vacuum has been used to
pick up liquids, the foam sleeve must be cleaned and dried
before installing for dry pick up. With tank cover in an upside
down position, slide foam sleeve down over lid cage pulling
until foam sleeve completely covers lid cage
(figure 22, 23)
.
Center the reusable dry filter on lid cage
(figure 24)
, slide
mounting ring down over filter until ring is positioned against
the ribs of the lid cage
(figure 25)
. The reusable dry filter
should always be in position over the foam sleeve for dry
pick up. To remove the filter for cleaning, remove mounting ring and filter from
lid cage
(figure 26)
. To clean the reusable dry filter, shake off excess dirt and
dust or (depending on the condition of the filter) rinse with water. Allow the filter
to dry completely and re-install. dO nOT mAChIne WASh OR dRy.
(Not standard with all models)
INSTALLING fOAM SLEEVE AND REUSABLE
DRy fILTER
DRy PICk UP
26
22
25
24
(Not standard with all models)
NOTE:
If foam sleeve is in position over lid cage, it must be removed before installing cartridge
filter.
The cartridge filter can be used for wet or dry pick up; instal-
lation is the same for both. When picking up large quantities
of liquid please refer to the Wet Pick up Operation section in
this manual. use the cartridge filter in position over the lid
cage for most general dry material pick up. With the tank
cover in an upside down position, slide the cartridge filter
down over the lid cage, pushing until the filter seals against
the cover
(figure 27)
. Place filter retainer into the top of the
cartridge filter, hold the tank cover with one hand, turn the
handle on the filter retainer clockwise to tighten, locking the
filter into place
(figures 28 & 29)
. To remove the filter for
cleaning, again hold the tank cover and turn the filter retainer
counter-clockwise to loosen and remove, slide the cartridge
filter off the lid cage
(figures 30 & 31)
. To clean the cartridge
filter shake or brush off excess dirt or rinse (from the inside of
the filter) with water, dry completely (approximately 24 hours)
and re-install
(figures 32 & 33)
.
NOTE:
If the filter has been
used for wet pick up, it must be cleaned and dried before
using for dry pick up.
27
28
32
33
29
30
31
INSTALLING THE DISPOSABLE FILTER BAG
(Not standard with all models)
1. Use for dry pick up only. Use in conjunction with cartridge filter for picking up soot, cement,
plaster or drywall dust.
2. With cord disconnected from receptacle, pull latches in an outward motion and remove tank
cover.
Extension
Cord
Appliance
Cord
19
18
17
16
Operating
Position
20
21
15
14
13
12
11
10
16
B
A
A
A
A
A
A
B
B
B
B
A
A
B
B
1
2
6
7
8
9
3
4
5
23
