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3.
Operate power equipment at reasonable hours only - not
early in the morning or late at night when people might
be disturbed. Comply with the times listed in local
ordinances.
4.
To reduce sound levels, limit the number of pieces of
equipment used at any one time.
5.
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.
6.
Operate blower at the lowest possible throttle speed to
do the job.
7.
Check your equipment before operation, especially the
muffler, air intakes, and air filters.
8.
Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing.
Sweeper Nozzle
Figure 12
9.
In dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces when
water is available.
10.
Watch out for children, pets, open windows, or freshly
washed cars, and blow debris safely away.
11.
Use the sweeper nozzle so the air stream can work close
to the ground.
12.
After using blowers or other equipment, CLEAN UP!
Dispose of debris properly.
13.
Use the sweeper nozzle for the everyday blowing op
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eration. This nozzle allows for more area to be covered
during the blowing operation.
Operation
Proper Operating Position
Figure 11
Throttle Lock
See Figure 13
The throttle lock can be used to operate the blower without
holding the throttle trigger.
To engage the throttle lock:
1.
Pull throttle lock back towards user, and stop at the
desired throttle setting.
