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Filler
cap
Place the blower upright on the ground
or on a sturdy work surface, and wipe
any debris from around the fuel cap.
Remove the fuel cap.
Fill the tank with clean, fresh fuel.
Replace the cap, and wipe away any
spilled fuel before starting the blower.
Always use extreme care when handling fuel! Fuel is highly
flammable!
Never operate this blower if fuel system components are damaged
or are leaking!
Never attempt to refuel the engine while it is running!
Never attempt to refuel a hot engine! Always allow the blower
engine to cool before fuelling!
Never smoke or light any fires near the blower or fuels!
Always transport and store fuels in an safe container!
Never place flammable material close to the engine muffler!
Never operate the blower without a properly functioning muffler and
spark arrestor installed!
Never operate the blower unless it is properly assembled and in
good working condition!
Starting the Machine
Warning!
Danger from rotating impeller! The impeller will rotate
whenever the blower is operated! Never operate this
blower unless the intake cover and blower tubes
are properly installed and in good working order.
Danger from thrown dust or debris! Always wear eye
protection when operating this machine! Never direct
the blower stream toward people or animals!
Never operate this blower unless all controls are
properly installed and in good working order.
Warning!
The recoil starter can be damaged by abuse!
• Never pull the starter cord to its full length.
• Always engage the starter before cranking the
engine!
• Always rewind the starter cord slowly!
• Never operate the blower if blower tubes are
missing or damaged!
Important!
A two-position “ON-OFF” switch located on the left of
the blower handle grip controls the engine ignition
Fuel filler
line
Fuel
primer
bulb
Starting Procedure:
Prime the fuel system by repeatedly
depressing the fuel primer bulb until
no air bubbles are visible in the fuel
discharge line.
Cold Engine Only. Choke the engine
by pulling the choke control to the
fully extended position (choke is
closed).
Place the blower on the ground, and hold the blower handle firmly
with your right hand.
Pull the starter cord slowly until you feel the starter engage, then…
... Start the blower by pulling the starter cord upward rapidly. If
necessary, repeat two or three times until the engine starts.
Important!
When the engine starts:
For maximum performance and operating life, allow the engine to
warm before use.
Run the engine at idle speed until operating temperature is reached
(2-3 minutes).
As the engine warms open the choke gradually by slowly pushing
the choke control in to the fully retracted position.
The machine should now be ready for use.
If the engine does not start:
Repeat the appropriate starting procedure for “hot” or “cold”
engine. If the engine still will not start, follow the “Starting a Flooded
Engine” procedure (below).
Starting a flooded engine:
Disconnect the spark plug lead, and use the spark plug wrench to
remove the plug in a counterclockwise direction.
If the spark plug is fouled or is soaked with fuel, clean or replace the
Choke control.
Pull to close
plug as required.
Clear excess fuel from the
combustion chamber by cranking
the engine several times while the
spark plug is removed.
Install the spark plug and firmly
tighten it with the spark wrench.
If a torque wrench is available,
torque the spark plug to 148-165
inch-pounds. Reconnect the spark
plug lead.
Ensure the choke control
lever is in the appropriate position for the temperature of the engine.
Repeat the starting procedures for “warm engine”.
If the engine still fails to fire or start, refer to the troubleshooting
flowchart at the end of this manual.
Adjusting Engine Idle Speed
Idle speed
adjustment
screw.
Accessible
through cowl
louver.
Start the engine by following the procedures described on the
preceding pages.
Run the engine at idle speed until operating temperature is reached
(2-3 minutes).
Use a screwdriver to adjust the engine idle speed to 2800-3000
rpm.
Turn the idle screw clockwise to increase engine idle speed.
Turn idle screw counterclockwise to decrease engine idle speed.
