Directairflowbydirectingtheblower tube/nozzledownortoonesideAlways. workawayfromsolidobjectssuchas walks,largestones,vehicles,and fences. Cleancornersbystartingcornersand movingoutwardThiswillhelpprevent. anaccumulationofdebriswhichcould flyintoyourface. Becarefulwhenworkingnearplants. Theforceoftheaircoulddamage tenderplants.

USING YOUR UNIT AS A VACUUM

_WARNING:

Do not vacuum

stones, gravel, metal, broken glass, etc., to avoid severe damage to the im- peller. To avoid the possibility of elec- trical shock, do not attempt to vacuum water or other liquids.

Use your unit as a vacuum to pick up dry material such as leaves, grass, small twigs, and bits of paper.

For best results during vacuum use, operate your unit at high speed.

Move slowly back and forth over the material as you vacuum. Avoid forc- ing the unit into a pile of debris as this can clog the unit.

Keep the vacuum tube about an inch above the ground for best re- suits.

_,WARNING:

If the unit becomes

clogged, stop the unit and unplug the extension cord. Wait until the impeller has completely stopped turning, then remove the vacuum tubes. Carefully reach into the vacuum opening and clear out the clogged debris.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

CARE & MAINTENANCE TASK

Check for loose fasteners and parts

Check for damaged or worn parts

Inspect and clean unit and labels

Remove and empty collection bag

Clean collection bag

GENERAL RECOMMEN DATIONS

The warranty on this unit does not cover items that have been subjected to oper- ator abuse or negligence. To receive full

value from the warranty, the operator must maintain unit as instructed in this

manual. Various adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your unit.

BEFORE EACH USE

CHECK FOR LOOSE

FASTENERS AND PARTS

Inlet Cover

Blower Tube/Nozzle

Vacuum Tubes

Collection Bag

CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS

Contact Sears Service Center for re- placement of damaged or worn parts.

ON/OFF Switch - Ensure switch func- tions properly by moving the switch to the OFF position. Make sure motor stops; then restart motor and continue.

WHEN TO PERFORM

Before each use

Before each use

After each use

After each use

Yearly

• Inlet Cover - Discontinue use of unit if inlet cover fails to latch properly.

AFTER EACH USE

INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT & LABELS

Stop unit and unplug extension cord.

After each use, inspect complete unit for loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit using a damp cloth with a mild de- tergent.

Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.

CLEAN COLLECTION BAG IMPORTANT: THE COLLECTION BAG MUST BE PROPERLY EMPTIED.

You must properly empty and maintain

the collection bag to avoid deteriora- tion and obstruction of air flow.

Remove the collection bag from the unit and empty after each use. Do not store bag without emptying the bag of all contents (grass, leaves, etc.).

Wash the bag once a year. Remove the bag from the blower and turn the bag inside out. Wash the bag with a water hose. Allow the bag to hang and dry completely before you reuse the bag.

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