10
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peratIon
WARNING
Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires around dry vegetation. This unit is equipped with a
spark arrestor and a spark arrestor may be required. The operator should contact local fire agencies for laws or regu
-
lations relating to fire prevention requirements.
fuel
NOTICE:
Use of unmixed, improperly mixed, or fuel older than 90 days, (stale fuel), may cause hard starting, poor
performance, or severe engine damage and void the product warranty. Read and follow instructions in the Storage
section of this manual.
WARNING
Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all
openings. Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop
before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit. Blower housing may contain shredder blades and
other sharp edges that can cause serious injuries if touched, even if engine is off and blades are not moving. Wear
gloves to protect hands from sharp edges and hot surfaces.
5. Loosen wing nut (E) completely and expand stick handle clamp
(F).
6. Align notches (G) in handle clamp with pipe pegs (H). Stick
handle should be angled away from operator.
7. Slide stick handle onto pipe with swivel (C)
8. Position stick handle for comfortable operation, and tighten wing
nut (E).
9. Assemble straight pipe (J) onto swivel pipe (C), until you feel
light resistance. Do not force connection. Hold swivel pipe and
turn straight pipe clockwise, engaging positive locking channels,
until connection is firm. Do not force connection.
10. Assemble straight pipe with decal (K) to straight pipe (J) as in step
9.
NOTE
Blower use will eventually loosen pipe connections. Exclusive
positive locking system allows pipes to be tightened. If loosening
occurs, remove two straight pipes and install according to instruc-
tions 9 & 10.
J
K
C
G
F
C
E
G
H
H
