Yardworks 267-2929, Owner'S Manual

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OPERATIOn
CONNECTING THE POWER CORD
(See Fig.6)
1. Secure the extension cord to the motor housing
using the notch at rear of blower. This prevents
accidental removal of the electrical cord.
2. Plug the female end of the electrical cord into
the receptacle at the back of the unit.
STARTING/STOPPING THE BLOWER/
MULCHER (See Fig.7)
This unit is equipped with a three-way (Off/ LOW/
HIGH) switch
• Slide the switch forward to the first position for
LOW speeds up to 150 MPH (241Kph).
• Slide the switch forward to the second position for
HIGH speeds up to 230 MPH (370Kph).
Once the unit is plugged in, stand in the operating
position. Slide the power/speed switch to LOW or
HIGH to start the unit. To stop the unit, slide the
switch to Off.
HOLDING THE BLOWER/MULCHER
Before operating the unit, stand in the operating position. Check for the following:
• Operator is wearing proper clothing, such as boots, safety glasses or goggles, ear/hearing pro -
tection, gloves, long pants and a long sleeve shirt.
W A R N I N G
To avoid serious personal injury, wear goggles or safety glasses that comply with AnSI Z87.1 at all
times when operating this unit. Wear a face mask or dust mask in dusty locations.
W A R N I N G
To prevent serious personal injury or damage to the unit, make sure the blower tube or the mulcher
tubes and the bag are in place before operating the unit.
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
ON
OFF