OPERATION
■Hold the engine higher than the inlet end of the vacuum tube.
■Always point vacuum tube downhill when working on a hillside.
■To avoid injury to the operator or unit, do not pick up rocks, broken glass, bottles, or other similar objects.
■If the vacuum tubes should clog, stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire before cleaning out the obstruction.
■Remove the vacuum tubes and clear the debris from the blower fan housing. Remove the bag and clear the tube. A small rod or stick may be required to clear the entire tube length. Ensure that all debris has been cleared before reassembling the vacuum tubes.
MAINTENANCE
Fig. 12
WARNING:
Use only original manufacturer's replacement parts, accessories and attachments. Failure to do so can cause possible injury, poor performance and may void your warranty.
BASE
AIR FILTER
LATCH
REPLACING AND CLEANING THE AIR FIL-
TER
See Figure 13.
For proper performance and long life, keep air filter clean.
1. Push down on the latch of the air filter cover; carefully | AIR FILTER | |
pull the top of the air filter cover so it pivots away from | ||
COVER | ||
the base. | ||
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2.Remove the air filter and clean it in warm soapy water. Rinse and let dry completely. For best performance, replace the air filter annually.
3.Reinstall the air filter into the air filter base.
4.Pivot the cover back in place. Push the latch back into the slot and ensure the cover is locked in place.
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Fig. 13