Weed Eater 545117532, WEB150, WEB160 instruction manual Using Your Unit

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SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD

Use only a 120 A.C. voltage supply as shown on nameplate of the unit to power your blower.

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

DSpecifically marked as suitable for out- door use. The cord must be marked with the suffix “W-A” (in Canada “W”).

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

DIn 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

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

Top Handle

 

Switch

 

Air Vents

Tube Release Button

Blower Tube

Cord

Retainer

ON/OFF SWITCH

The ON/OFF SWITCH is used to activate the motor.

BLOWER TUBE

The BLOWER TUBE is designed to direct the flow of air.

TUBE RELEASE BUTTON

The TUBE RELEASE BUTTON secures the blower tube or elbow tube to the blower unit during operation. Also, pressing the tube release button allows removal of the blower tube or elbow tube.

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