•Empty the fuel tank before storing the unit. Use up fuel left in carburetor by starting the engine and letting it run until it stops.
•Do not use any accessory or attachment
other than those recommended by the manufacturer for use with your unit.
•Do not store the unit or fuel in a closed area
where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an open flame from water heaters, electric mo- tors or switches, furnaces, etc.
•Store in a dry area out of reach of children.
SPECIAL NOTICE: Exposure to vibra-
tions through proionged use of gasoline pow- ered hand tools could cause blood vessel or
nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of people prone to circulation disorders
or abnormal swelling. Prolonged use in cold weather has been linked to Mood vessel dam-
age in otherwise healthy people. If symptoms
occur such as numbness, pain, loss of strength, change in skin color or texture, or
toss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints, discontinue the use of this tool and seek
medical attention. An anti- vibration system
NOTE: it is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in
the empty fuel tank.
ASSEMBLY
_WARNING: If received assembled,
repeat all steps to ensure your unit is properly
assembled and all fasteners are secure.
Follow all safety information in the manual and on the unit.
•No tools are required for assembly.
does not guarantee the avoidance of these problems. Users who operate power tools on a continual and regular basis must monitor
closely their physical condition and the condi- tion of this toot.
SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is equipped with a temperature limiting muffler and spark arresting screen which meets the require- ments of California Codes 4442 and 4443. A{I U.S. forest land and the states of California, idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Ore-
gon, and Washington require by taw that
many internal combustion engines be equipped with a spark arresting screen. Ifyou operate in a locale where such regulations ex- ist, you are legally responsible for maintaining
the operating condition of these parts. Failure to do so is a vioiation of the law. For normal
homeowner use, the muffler and spark arrest- ing screen will not require any service. After 50 hours of use, we recommend that your
muffler be serviced or replaced by your autho- rized service dealer.
BLOWER TUBE
•Push the blower tube into the blower out- let until it snaps into place.
Blower Outlet
BlowerTube
KNOW YOUR BLOWER
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
UNIT. Compare the iltustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with locations of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manuai for future reference.
| Primer Bulb | Fuel Cap | |
Throttle | Lever |
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Blower Tube | __]_' |
| Choke |
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| Lever |