WARNING: Failure to follow all Safety Rules and Precautions can result in serious injury.
KNOW YOUR UNIT
SRead your instruction manual carefully until you completely understand and can follow all warnings and safety rules before operat- ing the unit.
DRestrict unit to users who understand and will follow all warnings and safety rules in this manual.
WARNING: Inspect area before start- ing unit. Remove all debris and hard objects such as rocks, glass, wire, etc. that can rico- chet, be thrown, or otherwise cause injury or damage during operation.
Use your unit as a blower for:
D Sweeping debris or grass clippings from driveways, sidewalks, patios, etc.
D Blowing grass clippings, straw, or leaves into piles, around joints, or between bricks.
Use your unit as a vacuum for:
D Picking up dry material such as leaves, grass, small twigs, and bits of paper.
DFor best results during vacuum use, oper-
ate your unit at high speed.
DMove slowly back and forth over the materi- al as you vacuum. Avoid forcing the unit
into a pile of debris as this can clog the unit.
DKeep the vacuum tube about an inch above the ground for best results.
PLAN AHEAD
DAlways wear eye protection when operat- ing, servicing, or performing maintenance on unit. Wearing eye protection will help to prevent rocks or debris from being blown or ricocheting into eyes and face which can result in blindness and/or serious injury. Eye protection should be marked Z87.
D Always wear foot protection. Do not go barefoot or wear sandals.
DAlways wear respirator or face mask when working with unit in dusty environments.
DSecure hair above shoulder length. Secure or remove jewelry, loose clothing, or clothing with loosely hanging straps, ties, tassels, etc.
They can be caught in moving parts.
DDo not operate unit when you are tired, ill, up- set, or if you are under the influence of alco-
hol, drugs, or medication.
D Keep children, bystanders, and animals away from work area a minimum of 30 feet (10 meters) when starting or operating unit. Do not point the blower nozzle in the direc- tion of people or pets.
HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION, IT IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE
DEliminate all sources of sparks or flame (in- cluding smoking, open flames, or work that can cause sparks) in the areas where fuel is mixed, poured, or stored.
DMix and pour fuel in an outdoor area; store fuel in a cool, dry, well ventilated place; use an approved, marked container for all fuel
purposes.
D Do not smoke while handling fuel or while operating the unit.
D Make sure the unit is properly assembled and in good operating condition.
D Do not fill fuel tank while engine is hot or running.
DAvoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up fuel spills before starting engine.
DMove at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from fuel and fueling site before starting engine.
D Always store gasoline in a container ap- proved for flammable liquids.
OPERATE YOUR UNIT SAFELY
WARNING: Stop the engine before opening the vacuum inlet door. The engine must be stopped and the impeller blades no longer turning to avoid serious injury from the rotating blades.
D Inspect unit before each use for worn, loose, missing, or damaged parts. Do not use until unit is in proper working order.
DKeep outside surfaces free of oil and fuel. D Never start or run engine inside a closed room, building or other unventilated area.
Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
D To avoid static electricity shock, do not wear rubber gloves or any other insulated gloves while operating unit.
D Do not set unit on any surface except a clean, hard area while engine is running. Debris such as gravel, sand, dust, grass, etc. could be picked up by the air intake and thrown out through discharge opening, damaging unit, property, or causing serious injury to bystanders or operator.
D Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use in unventilated areas or where explosive vapors or carbon monoxide build up could be present.
D Do not overreach or use from unstable sur- faces such as ladders, trees, steep slopes, rooftops, etc. Keep firm footing and balance at all times.
D Never place objects inside the blower tubes; always direct the blowing debris away from people, animals, glass, and solid objects such as trees, automobiles, walls, etc. The force of air can cause rocks, dirt, or sticks to be thrown or to ricochet which can hurt people or animals, break glass, or cause other damage.
D Never run unit without the proper equip- ment attached. When using your unit as a blower, always install blower tubes. When using your unit as a vacuum, always install vacuum tubes and vacuum bag assembly. Make sure vacuum bag assembly is com- pletely zipped.
D Check air intake opening, blower tubes, vacuum tubes, and elbow tube frequently, always with engine stopped and spark plug disconnected. Keep vents and discharge tubes free of debris which can accumulate and restrict proper air flow.