To select the blow operation
1. Move the selector lever |
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A | ||
towards the back of the | ||
housing (fig A). |
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When the blow operation is selected, air is drawn up through the large blow/vac tube and then expelled at a much higher velocity in the lower cavity below the blow/ vac tube.
Ensure when the blow operation is selected the blower vac is pointed, directed and used in a safe manner. Do not direct the air flow from this blower vac directly or indirectly towards another person.
To select the vacuum operation
1. Push the selector lever | A |
forward (fig A). |
When the vacuum operation is selected, air and debris is drawn up through the large vac tube, and forced through the mulching impellor.
The debris is mulched and then blown down into the collection bag.
Important. Always ensure the collection bag is correctly attached as per the “Fitting the collection bag” section in this manual.
Always be aware of what is being drawn up into the blow/ vac tube. This product is only designed for garden debris like leaves, twigs and garden cuttings.
Important notes when using the blower/vacuum selector lever
Do not force the lever. The lever should move with very little resistance. If the lever is difficult to move, disconnect the power supply, remove the collection bag and ensure debris, dirt or mud has not jammed the lever.
When selecting either of the operations, ensure the selector lever is fully in one position or the other, not half way.
To empty the collection bag
The collection bag is attached to the blower vac in 2 places. It is not necessary to remove the collection bag from the blower vac when the bag needs to be emptied.
The rear of the bag is fitted with a full length zip. Simply open the zip and empty the contents.
Ensure to close the zip prior to operating the blower vac.
Tips for using your blower vac
The following points may assist you in the operation of the blower vac.
•Always try and vacuum dry leaves, cuttings or general garden debris.
•Wet material is difficult to mulch and also can cause the blower vac to clog.
•If the leaves etc. are damp, then use the blower vac in blow selection to pile the leaves etc. into one area, vac and mulch the leaves when dry.
•Avoid using the vac on areas where there are stones, or other hard objects. These objects will damage the impellor of the blower vac.
•It is also advisable not to allow the blower vac to pick up soil. Soil generally contains moisture and when combined with other garden debris can clog the blower vac.
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