HOW TO REMOVE AN OBJECT FROM THE AIR INTAKE
WARNING: Stop the unit and dis- connect from the power source before opening the inlet cover. The motor must be stopped and the impeller blades no longer turning to avoid serious injury from the rotating blades.
1.While holding the inlet cover open, remove the vacuum tubes. The inlet cover must be held open through all remaining steps.
2.Carefully reach into the vacuum opening and clear out the air intake area. Clear all debris from impeller.
3.Inspect the impeller for cracks. If cracked or damaged, do not use the unit. Have parts replaced by your au- thorized service dealer. Do not at- tempt to replace them yourself.
WARNING: Perform the following steps after each use:
SStop unit and disconnect from the pow- er source.
S Allow motor to cool before storing or transporting.
SStore unit with all guards in place. Posi-
tion unit so that any sharp object cannot accidentally cause injury.
S Store unit unplugged, well out of the reach of children.
SEASONAL STORAGE
Prepare unit for storage at the end of the season or if it will not be used for 30 days or more.
If your blower is to be stored for a period of time:
SStop unit and disconnect from the pow-
er source.
SClean the entire unit before lengthy stor-
age.
S Open inlet cover and clean any dirt, grass, or debris that has collected. In- spect the blower and all tubes. Close and make sure the cover is latched.
SClean air vents and air inlet of debris. S Store your unit and extension cord in a well ventilated area and covered, if pos- sible, to prevent dust and dirt accumula- tion. Do not cover with plastic. Plastic cannot breathe and may cause con- densation and eventual rust or corro-
sion.
S Check entire unit for loose screws. Re- place any damaged, worn, or broken parts.
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect from the power source before performing all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that re- quire unit to be operating.
SYMPTOM | CAUSE |
| REMEDY | |
Unit fails to | 1. | Switch in the OFF position. | 1. | Slide switch to ON position. |
operate. | 2. | Extension cord | 2. | Reconnect extension cord. |
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| nected. | 3. | Reset circuit breaker or |
| 3. | Circuit breaker tripped, or | ||
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| fuse blown. |
| fuse. |
| 4. | Mechanical failure | 4. | Contact your authorized |
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| service dealer. |
Unit | 1. Mechanical failure | 1. Contact your authorized | ||
vibrates |
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| service dealer. |
abnormally. |
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Impeller will | 1. Debris in air intake area. | 1. Clean unit. Remove any | ||
not turn | 2. Mechanical failure. |
| debris. | |
freely. |
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| 2. Contact your authorized | |
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| service dealer. |
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