specific SAFETY RULES
Always hold the blower in your right hand. Refer to the Operation instructions later in this manual for additional information.
To reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with sound level(s), hearing protection is required.
To reduce the risk of injury associated with contacting rotating parts, stop the engine before installing or removing attachments. Do not operate without guard(s) in place. Always disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance or accessing any movable parts.
Do not point the blower nozzle in the direction of people or pets.
Never run the unit without the blower tubes installed.
Never place objects inside the blower tubes.
Use only as directed in this operator’s manual.
Do not operate vacuum without vacuum bag installed; flying debris could cause serious injury. Always close vacuum bag completely before operating.
Rotating impeller blades can cause severe injury. Stop the engine before opening the vacuum door or installing/ changing tubes. Do not put hands or any other object into the vacuum tubes while they are installed on the unit.
Never run the unit without the proper equipment attached. When used as a blower, always install the blower tubes. When used as a vacuum, always install the vacuum tubes and vacuum bag. Make sure the vacuum bag is completely zipped when the unit is running to avoid flying debris.
Avoid situations that could catch the vacuum bag on fire. Do not operate near an open flame. Do not vacuum warm ash from fireplaces, barbecue pits, brush piles, etc. Do not vacuum discarded cigars or cigarettes unless the cinders are completely cool.
refueling
Fuel is highly flammable. Take precautions when using to reduce the chance of serious personal injury.
Store fuel in a cool,
Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose.
Only refuel outdoors and do not smoke while refueling.
Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add fuel while the engine is running or when the engine is hot.
Do not smoke while handling fuel.
Mix and store fuel in a container approved for gasoline.
Mix fuel outdoors where there are no sparks or flames.
Loosen fuel cap slowly to release pressure and to keep fuel from escaping around the cap.
Tighten the fuel cap securely after refueling.
Wipe spilled fuel from the unit. Move 30 feet away from refueling site before starting engine.
Never attempt to burn off spilled fuel under any circum- stances.
To reduce the risk of fire and burn injury, handle fuel with care. It is highly flammable.
If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but move the machine away from the area of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors have dissipated.
Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely.
Empty fuel tank and restrain the unit from moving before transporting in a vehicle.
When draining the fuel tank, use an approved fuel storage container in a
Select bare ground, stop engine, and allow to cool before refueling.
Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.