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To reduce the risk of hearing loss
associated with sound level(s), hearing
protection is required.
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To reduce the risk of injury associated with
contacting rotating parts, stop the engine be-
fore installing or removing attachments. Do
not operate without guard(s) in place.
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Operate power equipment only at reasonable
hours--not early in the morning or late at night
when people might be disturbed. Comply with
times listed in local ordinances. Usual recom-
mendations are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.,
Monday though Saturday.
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To reduce noise levels, limit the number of
pieces of equipment used at any one time.
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To reduce noise levels, operate power
blowers at the lowest possible throttle
speed to do the job.
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Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris be-
fore blowing.
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In dusty conditions, slightly dampen sur-
faces or use a mister attachment when wa-
ter is available.
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Conserve water by using power blowers
instead of hoses for many lawn and garden
applications, including areas such as gutters,
screens, patios, grills, porches, and gardens.
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Watch out for children, pets, open windows,
or freshly washed cars. Blow debris away
safely.
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Use the full blower nozzle extension so the
air stream can work close to the ground.
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After using blowers and other equipment,
CLEAN UP! Dispose of debris in trash re-
ceptacles.
FUELING
WARNING:
Remove fuel cap slowly
when refueling.
This engine is certified to operate on un-
leaded gasoline. Gasoline must be mixed
with a good quality synthetic 2--cycle air--
cooled engine oil designed to be mixed at a
ratio of 40:1. Poulan/Weed Eater brand syn-
thetic oil is recommended. A 40:1 ratio is ob-
tained by mixing 3.2 ounces of oil with 1 gallon
of unleaded gasoline. When mixing fuel fol-
low the instructions printed on the container.
Always read and follow the safety rules under
HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION.
IMPORTANT
Experience indicates that alcohol blended
fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or
methanol) can attract moisture which leads to
separation and formation of acids during stor-
age. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system
of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine
problems, empty the fuel system before stor-
age for 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank,
start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines
and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next
season.
Never use engine or carburetor
cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.
STARTING
TO STOP THE ENGINE
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To stop the engine, move the throttle lever
to the STOP position.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
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Fuel engine. Move at least 10 feet (3 me-
ters) away from the fueling site.
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Hold the unit in the starting position as
shown. Make sure the blower end is di-
rected away from people, animals, glass,
and solid objects.
Blower
Vacuum
STARTING POSITION
WARNING:
When starting engine,
hold the unit as illustrated. Do not set unit on any
surface except a clean, hard area when starting
engine or while engine is running. Debris such
as gravel, sand, dust, grass, etc. could be
picked up by the air intake and thrown out
through the discharge opening, damaging the
unit or property, or causing serious injury to by-
standers or the operator.
STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or a
warm engine after running out of
fuel)
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Move throttle lever to the
position.
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Move choke lever to the FULL CHOKE
position.
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Slowly press the primer button 8 times.
Throttle Lever
Choke Lever
Primer Button
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Pull starter rope sharply until engine at-
tempts to run, but no more than 5 pulls (be-
low 30
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F, 8 pulls).
NOTE:
If engine attempts to start before the
5
th
pull, go to next step immediately.
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Move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE
position.
