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HOW TO CONVERT UNIT FROM VACUUM USE TO BLOWER USE

1.Stop unit and unplug the extension cord.

2.Remove the vacuum tubes by insert-

ing the tip of a screwdriver into the latch area on the vacuum assist han-

dle. Gently tilt handle of screwdriver toward the front of the unit to release

the latch while pulling up on the vac-

3.Close the zipper on the bag. Make sure the zipper is closed complete- ly.

4.Align the grooves on the elbow

tube with the grooves on the blower outlet.

5.Push the elbow tube onto the blow- er outlet until it snaps into place (el-

bow tube is secured by red tube re- lease button).

uum assist handle with your other hand.

Latch Area

ADJUSTING THE SHOULDER STRAP ON THE COLLECTION BAG

1.Carefully loop the shoulder strap

through the buckle as shown in the illustration below.

3.Install the inlet restrictor that was

removed when assembling for vac- uum use.

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2.Position the unit on your right-hand

side, blower outlet and bag pointing toward the rear. Hold the unit in an

upright position with the lower vacu- um tube on the ground to support it.

3.Place the shoulder strap over your head and onto your left shoulder.

4.Adjust the strap to allow a free flow of air from the blower. If the collec- tion bag is kinked, the unit will not operate properly.

NOTE: The strap is designed to posi- tion the collection bag on your shoulder without kinks. The strap is not intended to support the weight of the unit.

Shoulder strap on left shoulder

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NOTE: If you are unable to locate the inlet restrictor, the unit will still operate.

This restrictor improves the blower function.

4.Remove the collection bag.

5.Close the inlet cover and make sure it is latched closed.

6.Re-install the blower tube. Refer to Aqq-AOHtNGTHE BLOWER TUBE for instructions on how to attach this item.

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:

•Specifically marked as suitable for out- door use. The cord must be marked

with the suffix WV-A" (in Canada "W")=

•Heavy enough to carry full current from the power source to the unit. Otherwise, loss of power and over-

heating 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.

•In good condition. Cord insulation must be intact with no cracks or

deterioration. Plug connectors must be

undamaged. DO NOT use multiple cords.

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