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OPERATION
WARNING
DANGER
Flying debris hazard. Never operate unit as a vacuum unless
discharge elbow is installed and debris bag is securely cinched to
elbow. Failure to follow instructions can result in serious injuries.
1. Adjust debris bag strap to support bag on operator’s shoulder. Bag
must not be folded at intake area, or intake will clog. Further
adjustment may be necessary as the debris bag fills and becomes
heavier.
2. Grip top handle with left hand, and rear handle with right hand.
Keep unit to your right side so hot exhaust will be directed away
from you.
3. Operate unit with beveled end of tube facing downward. Keep tube
opening close to material being vacuumed for best results.
NOTE
Vacuum action works best at higher engine speeds. Avoid using
vacuum in areas where rocks or other large, hard debris may be
vacuumed into unit. Clear these areas with blower first, blowing
light debris into a pile. Use attachment to vacuum pile.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Cause
Remedy
Unit runs, but doesn’t vacuum or
has poor suction
Elbow or debris bag clogged
Check elbow and debris bag, and clear
as needed. Make sure bag is not folded
over at intake during use.
Obstructions in vacuum tube
Unit stopped suddenly during
vacuuming, and now starter won’t
work
Object stuck in fan housing area
Unit jams repeatedly during use
Material being vacuumed too big or
too hard for blades to shred
Use vacuum for leaves and small
twigs, maximum 1/4” diameter x 3”
long.
Vacuum tube difficult to install or
remove from unit
Tube/housing fit tight.
Apply small amount of soapy water to
end of tube to ease assembly or
removal. Turns tube 1/4 turn to loosen
for removal.
Remove vacuum tube and check fan
area. Remove object.
4. Empty bag when debris level reaches intake opening. To empty bag, move stop switch to “Stop” position, and wait
for blower to stop running. Loosen Velcro strap at elbow and slide bag off elbow. Open other end of bag, and empty
contents. Close bag, and reattach to blower. Secure bag with Velcro strap.
Check vacuum tube, and remove
obstructions. Avoid wet leaves.
