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Operation
Operation
WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you
careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a
second is sufficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields
marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with
hearing protection. Failure to do so could result
in objects being thrown into your eyes and other
possible serious injuries.
WARNING:
Operation of this equipment may create sparks
that can start fires around dry vegetation. A spark
arrestor may be required. The operator should
contact local fire agencies for laws or regulations
relating to fire prevention requirements.
Applications
You may use this tool for the purposes listed below:
Clear leaves and other debris from your lawn
Keep decks and driveways free from leaves and pine
needles
Fueling and Refueling
WARNING:
Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive.
A fire or explosion from gasoline will burn you
and others. Always shut off engine before fuel
-
ing. Never add fuel to a machine with a running
or hot engine. Move at least 30 ft. from refuel-
ing site before starting engine. Do not smoke
and stay away from open flames and sparks.
Failure to safely handle fuel could result in seri-
ous personal injury.
Fuel Mixture
This product is powered by a 2-cycle engine and requires
pre-mixing gasoline and 2-cycle lubricant. Pre-mix unleaded
gasoline and 2-cycle engine lubricant in a clean container
approved for gasoline. DO NOT mix quantities larger than
usable in a 30-day period.
Recommended fuel: This engine is certified to operate on
unleaded gasoline intended for automotive use.
Note:
We recommend you use PowerCare 2-cycle lubricant
(6.4 oz. or 16 oz.) or an equivalent high-quality synthetic
2-cycle lubricant in this product. Mix at 2.6 oz. per gallon
(US).
Do not use automotive lubricant or 2-cycle outboard
lubricant.
HIGH QUALITY 2-CYCLE ENGINE LUBRICANT
GASOLINE
LUBRICANT
1.0 gal. (US) (3.8 liter) 2.6 oz. (76 ml)
2.5 gal. (US) (9.5 liter) 6.4 oz. (189 ml)
Filling the Tank
1.
Clean the surface around the fuel cap to prevent con-
tamination.
2.
Loosen the fuel cap slowly, by turning it counterclock
-
wise.
3.
Pour the fuel mixture carefully into the tank.
4.
Clean and inspect the fuel cap gasket before replacing
the fuel cap.
5.
Replace the fuel cap and tighten it by turning it clock
-
wise.
6.
Wipe spilled fuel from the product.
7.
Move at least 30 ft. (9 m) away from refueling area
before starting the product.
Note
:
It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new
engine during first use.
WARNING:
Check for fuel leaks. A leaking fuel cap is a fire
hazard and must be replaced immediately. If
you find any leaks, correct the problem before
using the product. Failure to do so could result
in a fire that could cause serious personal injury.
Oxygenated Fuels
DO NOT USE E85 FUEL. IT WILL VOID YOUR
WARRANTY.
Note
:
Fuel system damage or performance problems result
-
ing from the use of an oxygenated fuel containing more than
the percentages of oxygenates stated below
are not covered
under warranty
.
Ethanol.
Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol by volume
(commonly referred to as E10) is acceptable. E85 is not.
Starting and Stopping
See Figures 9 - 10.
To start a cold engine:
DO NOT
squeeze the throttle trigger until the engine starts
and runs.
1.
Set the Powervac
™
on a flat, bare surface.
2.
Slowly press the primer bulb 8 times.
Note
:
After the 8th press, fuel should be visible in the
primer bulb. If it is not, continue to press the primer
until you see fuel in the bulb.
