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OPERATING AS A BLOWER

Converting to a Blower

1. Start the engine. See

Starting and Stopping Instructions

2. Set the blower/vacuum mode change-over lever to the up

position (Blower Mode) (Fig. 13).

NOTE:

Never use the unit with the lever in a position half way
between either mode.

3. Place the shoulder harness over your head, onto your shoulder

and adjust it if necessary. Refer to

Installing the Shoulder Harness

Blower Operating Procedures

Hold the blower as shown in Figures 14, 15, and 16. Sweep from side to
side with the nozzle several inches above the ground or floor. Slowly
advance the unit, keeping the accumulated pile of debris in front of you.

Most dry blowing operations are better suited to low speeds, rather
than high. High speed blowing is a better way to move heavier items
like large debris or gravel.

Use the blower for trees, shrubs, flower beds and hard-to-clean
areas (Fig. 14).

2. Use the unit around buildings and for other normal cleaning

procedures (Fig. 15).

3. Use the blower around walls, overhangs, fences and screens (Fig. 16).

OPERATING AS A VACUUM

Converting to Vacuum

1. Start engine. See

Starting and Stopping Instructions

2. Set the blower/vacuum mode change-over lever to the down

position (Vacuum Mode) (Fig. 17).

NOTE:

Never use the unit with the lever in a position half way
between either mode.

3. Place the shoulder harness over your head, onto your shoulder

and adjust it if necessary. Refer to

Installing the Shoulder Harness

Vacuum Operation Procedures

Check for the following before operating the unit:

• Operator is wearing proper clothing, such as boots, safety glasses

or goggles, ear/hearing protection, gloves, long pants and long
sleeve shirt

• If the conditions are dusty, operator is equipped with a dust mask

or face mask

• The unit is in good working condition - the vacuum tubes and

vacuum bag are in place and secure.

• The shoulder harness is in place and correctly adjusted. Use the

unit for vacuuming up light debris like leaves and paper.

Hold the vacuum, tilting the suction tube slightly (2-4 in or 50-100
mm), and use a sweeping action to collect light debris (Fig. 18). The
debris will flow into the vacuum bag. Items such as small leaves and
small twigs will be mulched as they pass through the fan housing,
allowing the vacuum bag to hold more debris.

When the bag is full, suction will noticeably decrease. Turn off the unit
before removing the bag. Remove and unzip the bag and empty the
contents before continuing.

NOTE:

Empty the bag after each use to avoid deterioration and
obstructing air flow, which will reduce the performance of
the vacuum.

PATIO HEAD

NOTE:

To use the patio head, the unit must be operated as a vacuum.
See the

Operating as a Vacuum

section of your manual.

Installation

1. While the engine is off, turn the unit so that the blower/vacuum

tube openings point straight up (Fig. 19).

2. Place the round opening of the patio head into the round vacuum

opening (Fig. 20).

3. Press down until the patio head seats into place.

Operation

Hold the vacuum, tilting the blower/vacuum tube down. The patio head
should roll without scraping; adjust the angle of the tube so that the patio
head opening runs parallel to the ground. Use a forward and backward
motion to vacuum up debris (Fig. 21). Small leaves and twigs will flow into
the vacuum bag and be mulched as they pass through the fan housing,
allowing the vacuum bag to hold more debris. DO NOT attempt to
vacuum up materials that are larger than the patio head openings.

When the bag is full, suction will noticeably decrease. Turn off the unit
before removing the bag. Unzip the bag and empty the contents
before continuing.

Removal

1. While the engine is off, turn the unit so that the blower/vacuum tube openings are straight up (Fig. 19).

2. Place one hand on the blower part of the tube and grip the patio head with the other.

3. Pull the patio head straight up.

CLEARING A BLOCKED TUBE / IMPELLER

1. Press the On/Off Stop control down in the OFF (O) position until the engine comes to a complete stop (Fig. 9).

2. Disconnect the spark plug wire to prevent the unit from starting.

3. Remove the blower/vacuum tube and the vacuum bag.

4. Carefully remove material blocking the tube or impeller. Inspect the blades to assure no damage has occurred.

Rotate the impeller blades by hand to assure the blockage is completely cleared.

5. Reinstall the vacuum bag and blower/vacuum tube.

6. Reconnect the spark plug wire.

EMPTYING THE VACUUM BAG

NOTE:

Empty the bag after each use to avoid deterioration and
obstructing air flow, which will reduce the performance of
the vacuum.

1. While pressing the latching tabs on both sides of the vacuum bag tube, pull the vacuum bag down off the unit (Fig. 22).

2. Detach the vacuum bag from the vacuum bag hook.

3. Unzip the bag and empty the contents into a garbage bag or container.

4. Turn the bag inside out after initial emptying and vigorously shake out dust and debris.

5. Return the bag to outside in, zip the bag closed and reinstall the vacuum bag.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

HOLDING THE BLOWER/VACUUM

Before operating the unit, stand in the operating position. (Fig. 12).
Check for the following:

• Operator is wearing proper clothing, such as boots, safety glasses

or goggles, ear/hearing protection, gloves, long pants and long
sleeve shirt

• If the conditions are dusty, the operator is wearing a dust mask or

face mask

• The unit is in good working condition

• The tubes and guards are in place and secure

OPERATING TIPS

• Be sure the vacuum bag is zipped closed before operating the unit.

• Assure the unit is not directed at anybody or at any loose debris

before starting the unit.

• Verify that the unit is in good working condition. Make sure the

tubes and guards are in place and secure.

• Always hold the unit with both hands when operating. Keep a firm

grip on both the front and rear handle or grips.

• To reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with sound level(s),

hearing protection is required.

• Operate power equipment only at reasonable hours— not early in the

morning or late at night when people might be disturbed. Comply
with times listed in local ordinances. Usual recommendations are 9:00
am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Saturday.

• To reduce noise levels, limit the number of pieces of equipment

used at any one time.

• To reduce noise levels, operate power blowers at the lowest

possible speed to do the job.

• Check your equipment before operation, especially the muffler, air

intakes and air filters.

• Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing.

• Conserve water by using power blowers instead of hoses for many

lawn and garden applications, including areas such as gutters,
screens, patios, grills, porches and gardens.

• Watch out for children, pets, open windows or freshly washed

cars, and blow debris safely away.

• Use the full blower nozzle extension so the air stream can work close to the ground.

• Clean up after using blowers and other equipment. Dispose of debris appropriately.

WARNING:

If any parts are damaged or missing, do not operate the unit until the parts are replaced.

Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury.

WARNING:

Always wear appropriate eye and ear/hearing protection when operating this unit. Wear

safety goggles, or safety glasses with side shields, that are marked as meeting ANSI Z87.1-1989
standards. Failure to do so could result in serious eye injury caused by thrown objects. If the operation is
dusty, wear a facemask or dust mask.

Fig. 12

Change-over

Lever

Fig. 13

Fig. 14

Fig. 15

WARNING:

Do not allow familiarity with this unit to promote carelessness. Remember that a careless

fraction of a second is enough to inflict serious injury.

WARNING:

To prevent serious personal injury or

damage to the unit, make sure blower tubes or
vacuum tubes and the vacuum bag are in place
before you operate the unit.

WARNING:

To prevent serious personal injury or

damage to the unit, always install vacuum tubes, the
vacuum bag and make sure the vacuum bag is
completely zipped closed when operating this unit as
a vacuum.

WARNING:

Wear non-slip gloves for maximum grip and protection. Refer to the

Safety Information

section for appropriate safety equipment.

Fig. 16

Fig. 18

Fig. 19

Fig. 21

Fig. 22

Latching tabs

WARNING:

Avoid situations that could catch the

vacuum bag on fire. Do not operate near an open flame.
Do not vacuum warm ash from fireplaces, barbecue
pits, brush piles, etc. Do not vacuum discarded cigars
or cigarettes unless the cinders are completely cool.

Blower

Mode

Fig. 17

Change-over

lever

Blower

Mode

Vacuum

Mode

STARTING AND STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS

STARTING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Mix gas with oil. Fill fuel tank with fuel/oil mixture. See

Oil and Fuel Mixing Instructions

NOTE:

The throttle control will remain in the position it’s placed until
moved. Fast position is to the right. Also, there is no need to
turn the unit on. The On/Off Control is in the ON (I) position
at all times.

2. Set the blower/vacuum mode change-over lever to the up

position (Blower Mode). See

Operating as a Blower

. This prevents

the vacuum bag from filling up while starting the engine.

3. Fully press and release the primer bulb

times, slowly. Some

amount of fuel should be visible in the primer bulb and fuel lines
(Fig. 10). If you can’t see fuel in the bulb, press and release the
bulb as many times as it takes before you can see fuel in it.

4. Place the choke lever in

Position 1

(Fig. 10).

5. Place the unit in the starting position (Fig. 11). Move the throttle

control to the

FAST POSITION

( ) (Fig. 9).

6. Crouch in the starting position (Fig. 11) and pull the starter rope in

a controlled motion

times.

NOTE:

The unit uses Spring Assist Starting™, which significantly
reduces the effort required to start the engine. You must pull
the starter rope out far enough to hear the engine attempt to
start. There is no need to pull the rope briskly- there is no
harsh resistance when pulling. Be aware that this starting
method is vastly different from (and much easier than) what
you may be used to.

7. Place the choke lever in

Position 2

(Fig. 10).

8. Pull the starter rope

3-5

times in a controlled motion to start the

engine.

9. Keep the throttle control in the

FAST POSITION

( ) and allow

the engine to warm up for 30 to 60 seconds.

NOTE:

Engine may take longer to warm up and reach maximum
operating speed at colder temperatures.

NOTE:

Unit is properly warmed up when engine accelerates without
hesitation.

10. Move the choke lever to

Position 3

(Fig. 10).

11. Keep the throttle control in the

FAST POSITION

( ) and continue

warming the engine for an additional 60 seconds. During this time
the unit may be used.

IF...

the engine hesitates, return the choke lever to

Position 2

(Fig. 10) and continue to warm-up.

IF...

the engine does not start, go back to step 3.

IF...

the engine fails to start after a few attempts, place the choke
lever in

Position 3

and move the throttle control to the

FAST

POSITION

( ). Pull the starter rope out with a controlled

and steady motion

3-8

times. The engine should start. If not, repeat.

IF WARM...

If the engine is already warm, start the unit with the choke lever in

Position 2

. After the unit starts, move

the choke lever to

Position 3

STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Move the throttle control to the

IDLE POSITION

( ). Allow the engine to cool down by idling.

2. Press the On/Off Stop Control switch in the OFF (O) position and hold until the engine comes to a complete stop.

Fig. 9

WARNING:

Only operate this unit in a well-ventilated outdoor area. Carbon monoxide exhaust fumes

can be lethal in a confined area.

WARNING:

To avoid serious personal injury,

never unzip the vacuum bag without stopping the
unit first.

WARNING:

As a vacuum, the unit is designed to

pick up dry material such as leaves, grass, small twigs
and bits of paper. To avoid serious personal injury, do
not attempt to vacuum wet debris and/or standing
water as this may result in damage to the blower/
vacuum. To avoid severe damage to the impeller, do
not vacuum metal, broken glass or similar items.

Fig. 20

On/Off

Control

Fig. 10

Position 3

Fig. 11

Throttle Control

Idle

Fast

WARNING:

Avoid accidental starting. Make sure you are in the starting position when pulling the starter

rope (Fig. 11). To avoid serious injury, the operator and unit must be in a stable position while starting.
Do not set unit on any surface except a clean, hard area while starting. Debris such as gravel, sand, dust
and grass could be picked up by the air intake and thrown out by the discharge opening. This could
damage the unit, property, or cause serious injury to bystanders or the operator.

WARNING:

To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the vacuum bag prior to refueling the

unit. The bag may become a fire hazard when saturated with fuel.

Position 1

Position 2

Blue Choke

Lever

Primer

Bulb

Starter Rope

WARNING:

To avoid serious personal injury, be sure the unit is off before clearing the impeller.