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unit operation (cont.)
BLOWER OPERATION (cont.)
GENERAL RULES TO OBSERVE BEFORE
AND DURING OPERATION:
•
Inspect your unit before each and every use. Check for worn, bent or broken components, loose fasteners,
low or flat tires, etc., and repair or replace prior to operation.
DO NOT OPERATE A DEFECTIVE UNIT –
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH CAN RESULT.
•
Clear the entire work area of all debris that could cause damage to or become entangled in the unit. Rocks
and large branches can wedge themselves between the impeller and housing, causing equipment damage
or personal injury. If in doubt, remove it.
•
Do not start unit until you are ready to begin blowing, and promptly shut off unit as soon as operation is
complete.
•
Keep hands, feet and clothing away from rotating parts. Never place your feet or hands in path of
discharge.
•
Use proper discretion in selecting your debris removal pattern, especially on uneven terrain. Avoid steep
hills, especially if surface is wet.
Do not travel straight down slopes exceeding 14 degrees. If tires begin to
slip when climbing a slope, the grade is too steep for safe operation. Angle the unit to a less steep slope
until tires stop slipping and traction is regained.
•
Be keenly aware of your surroundings while operating unit – children and pets can pop out of nowhere.
•
Learn to listen to your machine – being aware of what a well-running unit sounds like can alert you to a
potential problem. A straining engine or clanging impeller means that trouble is almost sure to follow.
TO BLOW DEBRIS OUT TOWARD FRONT OF UNIT:
(all models except 13KA)
•
Open the forward air deflector door, mounted
on the front of the discharge end of the blower,
by pushing the control lever to the front of the
machine. This feature is ideal for such things
as blowing debris from a wall or fence. Adjust
engine speed to increase or decrease air
discharge rate.
TO BLOW DEBRIS OUT TOWARD SIDE OF UNIT:
•
Close the forward air deflector door (all models
except 13KA). Adjust the side air deflector,
mounted on the discharge end of the blower.
NOTE: SHUT UNIT DOWN BEFORE
ADJUSTING SIDE DEFLECTOR.
This will
permit you to direct the air at the angle you
desire for a specific application. Adjust engine
speed to increase or decrease air discharge
rate. By changing the deflector angle and the
engine speed, you can move debris into a neat
row easily and rapidly.
ADJUST
OPEN
CLOSE
