Homelite UT08542B manual Specific Safety Rules

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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

nDo not operate vacuum without vacuum bag installed; flying debris could cause serious injury. Always close vacuum bag completely before operating.

�n Always hold the blower in your right hand, refer to the Operation section, later in this manual for additional information.

�n To reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with sound level(s), hearing protection is required.

�n Rotating impeller blades can cause severe injury. Stop the engine before opening the vacuum door or installing / changing tubes. Do not put hands or any other object into the vacuum tubes while they are installed on the unit.

�n To reduce the risk of injury associated with contacting rotating parts, stop the engine before installing or remov- ing attachments. Do not operate without guard(s) in place. Always disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance or accessing any movable parts.

�n Do not point the blower nozzle in the direction of people or pets.

�n Never run the unit without the proper equipment attached.

nWhen used as a blower, always install the blower tubes. When used as a vacuum, always install the vacuum tubes and vacuum bag. Make sure the vacuum bag is completely zipped when the unit is running to avoid flying debris.

nAvoid situations that could catch the vacuum bag on fire. Do not operate near an open flame. Do not vacuum warm ash from fireplaces, barbeque pits, brush piles, etc. Do not vacuum discarded cigars or cigarettes unless the cinders are completely cool.

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Save this Manual for Future ReferenceTable of Contents IntroductionGeneral Safety Rules Specific Safety Rules Symbols Symbol Name DESIGNATION/EXPLANATIONService Product Specifications FeaturesUpper Handle High Velocity Nozzle Know Your Blower Blower Tube and NozzleCruise Control / Throttle Lock High Velocity NozzleUnpacking AssemblyPacking List Installing the Vacuum BAG Assembling the Blower TubesSee Figure See Figures 4Installing the Vacuum Tubes See Figures 6Operation Mixing the FuelFilling the Tank Premium Exact MIXOperating the Blower Starting and StoppingSee Figures 10 Cruise Control Throttle Lock Vacuum OperationTo Engage the Cruise Control Wide Sweeper Nozzle High Velocity Cruise ControlOperation Maintenance General MaintenanceReplacing and Cleaning the AIR Filter LubricationAccessories Troubleshooting Warranty Limited Warranty StatementMANUFACTURER’S Warranty Coverage Emissions Maintenance Schedule and Warranted Parts List AIR Filter AssyCarburetor Assy Fuel Tank AssyCalifornia Proposition Model Number

UT08542B specifications

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