OPERATION
�n Operate blower at the lowest possible throttle speed to do the job.
��n Check your equipment before operation, especially the muffler, air intakes, and air filters.
��n Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing.
��n In dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces when water is available.
��n Conserve water by using power blowers instead of hoses for many lawn and garden applications, including areas such as gutters, screens, patios, grills, porches, and gardens.
��n Watch out for children, pets, open windows or freshly washed cars, and blow debris safely away.
��n Use the full blower nozzle extension so the air stream can work close to the ground.
��n After using blowers or other equipment, CLEAN UP! Dispose of debris in trash receptacles.
��n Use the wide sweeper nozzle for the everyday blowing operation. This nozzle allows for more area to be covered during the blowing operation.
��n The high velocity nozzle is great for wet sticky leaves. It allows you to scrape wet leaves or debris while operating the blower.
CRUISE CONTROL (THROTTLE LOCK)
See Figure 12
The Cruise Control (throttle lock) can be used to operate the blower without continuously holding the throttle trigger.
TO ENGAGE THE CRUISE CONTROL:
�n For full throttle, depress the throttle trigger fully and slide
the cruise control selector as far forward as possible.
nTo reduce engine speed, slide the cruise control selector toward the back of the blower until the desired speed is reached.
nTo release cruise control, return the selector to the idle position.
VACUUM OPERATION
See Figure 13.
nInstall the vacuum tubes and bag. Refer to Installing the Vacuum Bag and Installing the Vacuum Tubes earlier in this manual.
nStart the blower. Refer to Starting and Stopping earlier in this manual.
n�Place the leaf bag strap over your head and onto your left shoulder. Hold the upper handle in your right hand and the lower handle in your left hand.
�n Move the blower from side to side along outer edge of the debris. To avoid clogging, do not place the vacuum tube directly into the debris pile.
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WIDE SWEEPER
NOZZLE
HIGH VELOCITY
NOZZLE
Fig. 11
CRUISE CONTROL
(THROTTLE LOCK)
THROTTLE TRIGGER
Fig. 12