Weed Eater 545186753, 952711850 Know Your Electric BLOWER/VACUUM, ON/OFF Switch Inlet Cover Latch

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The extension cord used to reach the power source must be:

D Specifically marked as suitable for out- door use. The cord must be marked with the suffix “W”.

D Heavy enough to carry full current from the power source to the unit. Otherwise, loss of power and overheating can occur causing damage to unit. Refer to table for minimum wire gauge recommendations. The cord must be marked with the proper wire gauge. (Appropriate extension cords are available.) Do not use multiple cords.

D In good condition. Cord insulation must be intact with no cracks or deterioration. Plug connectors must be undamaged. DO NOT use multiple cords.

MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE

RECOMMENDATIONS

VOLTS

25 FT.

50 FT.

100 FT.

 

 

 

 

120

16

16

14

 

A.W.G.*

A.W.G.*

A.W.G.*

 

 

 

 

*American Wire Gauge

Secure the extension cord to the unit by threading the cord through the cord re- tainer (see illustration). Insert the cord receptacle into the recessed plug.

CAUTION: Failure to use cord retain- er could result in damage to the unit, extension cord, or both.

Cord Receptacle

Recessed Plug on Unit

Cord

Retainer

USING YOUR UNIT

KNOW YOUR ELECTRIC BLOWER/VACUUM

READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR

UNIT. Compare the illustrations to your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

ON/OFF Switch

Top Handle

 

 

 

 

Collection Bag

Cord

 

Air Vents

Retainer

 

Elbow

 

 

Tube

Rear

 

Upper Vacuum Tube

Handle

 

 

Retaining Post

 

Inlet Cover

 

Vacuum Assist Handle

 

Latch

 

 

 

 

Upper Vacuum Tube

 

Tube Release Button

 

 

Blower Tube

 

 

Lower Vacuum Tube

 

Inlet Restrictor

 

ON/OFF SWITCH

INLET COVER LATCH

The ON/OFF SWITCH is used to activate

The INLET COVER LATCH is used to open

the motor.

and close the inlet cover and to secure

 

the upper vacuum tube to the blower

 

unit.

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Contents Advertencia English Español FrançaisAvertissement Operator Safety Safety RulesElectrical Safety Servicing of Double Insulated BLOWER/VACUUM UNIT/MAINTENANCE SafetyStop the motor immediately if you are ap- proached Double Insulation ConstructionStandards Blower SafetyVacuum Safety Use only in daylight or in good artificial lightStandard screwdriver is required for as- sembly AssemblyBlower Assembly Vacuum AssemblyStop unit and unplug the extension cord Collection BAG AssemblyAdjusting the Shoulder Strap on the Collection BAG HOW to Convert Unit from Vacuum USE to Blower USEON/OFF Switch is used to activate ON/OFF Switch Inlet Cover LatchKnow Your Electric BLOWER/VACUUM Before Each USE MaintenanceStorage ServiceAfter Each USE Weed Eater Troubleshooting Table Symptom Cause Remedy