10
SERVICE
HOW TO REMOVE AN OBJECT
FROM THE AIR INTAKE
WARNING:
Stop the unit and dis-
connect from the power source before
opening the inlet cover. The motor must
be stopped and the impeller blades no
longer turning to avoid serious injury
from the rotating blades.
1. While holding the inlet cover open,
remove the vacuum tubes. The inlet
cover must be held open through all
remaining steps.
2. Carefully reach into the vacuum
opening and clear out the air intake
area. Clear all debris from impeller.
3. Inspect the impeller for cracks. If
cracked or damaged, do not use the
unit. Have parts replaced by your au-
thorized service dealer. Do not at-
tempt to replace them yourself.
STORAGE
WARNING:
Perform the following
steps after each use:
S
Stop unit and disconnect from the pow-
er source.
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Allow motor to cool before storing or
transporting.
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Store unit with all guards in place. Posi-
tion unit so that any sharp object cannot
accidentally cause injury.
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Store unit unplugged, well out of the
reach of children.
SEASONAL STORAGE
Prepare unit for storage at the end of
the season or if it will not be used for
30 days or more.
If your blower is to be stored for a period
of time:
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Stop unit and disconnect from the pow-
er source.
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Clean the entire unit before lengthy stor-
age.
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Open inlet cover and clean any dirt,
grass, or debris that has collected. In-
spect the blower and all tubes. Close
and make sure the cover is latched.
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Clean air vents and air inlet of debris.
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Store your unit and extension cord in a
well ventilated area and covered, if pos-
sible, to prevent dust and dirt accumula-
tion. Do not cover with plastic. Plastic
cannot breathe and may cause con-
densation and eventual rust or corro-
sion.
S
Check entire unit for loose screws. Re-
place any damaged, worn, or broken
parts.
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
SYMPTOM
CAUSE
REMEDY
Unit fails to
operate.
1. Switch in the
OFF
position.
2. Extension cord discon--
nected.
3. Circuit breaker tripped, or
fuse blown.
4. Mechanical failure
1. Slide switch to
ON
position.
2. Reconnect extension cord.
3. Reset circuit breaker or
fuse.
4. Contact your authorized
service dealer.
Unit
vibrates
abnormally.
1. Mechanical failure
1. Contact your authorized
service dealer.
Impeller will
not turn
freely.
1. Debris in air intake area.
2. Mechanical failure.
1. Clean unit. Remove any
debris.
2. Contact your authorized
service dealer.
WARNING:
Always stop unit and disconnect from the power source before
performing all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that re-
quire unit to be operating.
