Directairflowbydirectingtheblower tube/nozzledownortoonesideAlways. workawayfromsolidobjectssuchas walks,largestones,vehicles,and fences. Cleancornersbystartingcornersand
moving outward. This will help prevent an accumulation of debris which could
fly into your face.
Be careful when working near plants. The force of the air could damage tender plants.
USING YOUR UNIT AS A VACUUM
_IWARNING: | Do not vacuum |
stones, gravel, metal, broken glass, etc. to avoid severe damage to the im- peller. To avoid the possibility of elec- trical shock, do not attempt to vacuum water or other liquids.
Use your unit as a vacuum to pick up dry material such as leaves, grass, small twigs, and bits of paper.
•For best results during vacuum use, operate your unit at high speed.
•Move slowly back and forth over the material as you vacuum. Avoid forc- ing the unit into a pile of debris as this can clog the unit.
•Keep the vacuum tube about an inch above the ground for best re- sults.
_IWARNING: | If the unit becomes |
clogged, stop the unit and unplug the extension cord. Wait until the impeller has completely stopped turning, then remove the vacuum tubes. Carefully reach into the vacuum opening and clear out the clogged debris.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
CARE & MAINTENANCE TASK
Check for loose fasteners and parts Check for damaged or worn parts Inspect and clean unit and labels Remove and empty collection bag Clean collection bag
GEN ERAL RECOMMEN DATIONS
The warranty on this unit does not cover items that have been subjected to oper- ator abuse or negligence. To receive full
value from the warranty, the operator must maintain unit as instructed in this
manual. Various adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your unit.
BEFORE EACH USE
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
•Inlet Cover
•Blower Tube/Nozzle
•Vacuum Tubes
•Collection Bag
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact Sears Service Center for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts.
•ON/OFFSwitch - Ensure switch func- tions properly by moving the switch to the OFF position. Make sure motor stops; then restart motor and continue.
WHEN TO PERFORM
Before each use
Before each use
After each use
After each use
Yearly
• Inlet Cover - Discontinue use of unit if inlet cover fails to latch properly.
AFTER EACH USE
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT & LABELS
Stop unit and unplug extension cord.
•After each use, inspect complete unit for loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit using a damp cloth with a mild de- tergent.
•Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
CLEAN COLLECTION BAG IMPORTANT: THE COLLECTION BAG MUST BE PROPERLY EMPTIED.
•You must properly empty and maintain the collection bag to avoid deteriora- tion and obstruction of air flow.
•Remove the collection bag from the unit and empty after each use. De net store bag without emptying the bag of all contents (grass, leaves, etc.).
•Wash the bag once a year. Remove the bag from the blower and turn the bag inside out. Wash the bag with a water hose. Allow the bag to hang and dry completely before you reuse the bag.
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