STARTING/STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS
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STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Move the throttle control to the idle position (
)
(Fig. 10). Allow the engine to cool down by idling for
10-15 seconds.
2. Press and hold the On/Off Stop control down in the
STOP
(
O
) position until the engine comes to a
complete stop (Fig. 10).
HOLDING THE BLOWER/VACUUM
Before operating the unit, stand in the operating position
(Fig. 13). Check for the following:
•
Operator is wearing proper clothing, such as boots,
safety glasses or goggles, ear/hearing protection,
gloves, long pants and long sleeve shirt.
WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury,
wear goggles or safety glasses at all times
when operating this unit. Wear a face mask
or dust mask in dusty locations.
•
If the conditions are dusty, a dust mask or face mask
is being worn.
•
The unit is in good working condition.
•
The tubes and guards are in place and secure.
WARNING:
To prevent serious personal
injury to yourself or others, or damage to the
unit, make sure blower/vacuum tube and
vacuum bag are in place before operating
the unit.
Fig. 13
OPERATING TIPS
•
Be sure the vacuum bag is zipped closed before
operating the unit.
•
Assure the unit is not directed at loose debris or
persons before starting unit.
•
The unit is in good working condition. The tubes
and guards are in place and secure.
•
Always hold the unit with both hands when
operating. Keep a firm grip on both the front
and rear handle or grips.
•
To reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with
sound level(s), the use of hearing protection is
required.
•
Operate power equipment only at reasonable hours
not early in the morning or late at night when people
might be disturbed. Comply with time listed in local
ordinance. Usual recommendations are 9:00 am to
5:00 pm, Monday through Saturday.
•
To reduce noise levels, limit the number of pieces of
equipment used at any one time.
•
To reduce noise levels, operate power blowers at the
lowest possible speed to do the job.
•
Check your equipment before operation, especially
the muffler, air intakes, and air filters.
•
Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before
blowing.
•
In dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces or use
a mister attachment when water is available.
•
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.
•
Watch out for children, pets, open windows, or
freshly washed cars, and blow debris away.
•
After using blowers and other equipment, CLEAN
UP! Dispose of debris in trash receptacles.
NOTE:
If the engine floods while trying to start, place the
choke control in the
RUN
(
C
) position. Move
the throttle control to the fast position (
)
(Fig 10). Pull the starter rope briskly. The engine
should start with three (3) to eight (8) pulls.
NOTE:
Choking is unnecessary when starting a warm
engine. Put the throttle control in the fast posi-
tion (
) (Fig 10).and start unit with the choke
control in the
PARTIAL
(
B
) position (Fig. 11).
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
