OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
HOLDING THE UNIT WITH SWEEPER/BLOWER ADD-ON
WARNING: Always wear eye, hearing, foot and body protection to reduce the risk of injury when operating this unit.
Before operating the unit, stand in the operating position (Figs. 15). Check for the following:
•The operator is wearing eye protection and proper clothing.
•The right arm is slightly bent, and the hand is holding the housing grip.
•The left arm is straight, and the hand is holding the
•The unit is at waist level.
•The sweeper/blower is parallel to the ground and is positioned so debris is blown away from operator.
WARNING: To prevent serious injury to yourself or others, or possible damage to property, never point the sweeper/blower in the direction of people or pets, or in the direction of windows. Always direct the blowing debris away from people, animals, glass, and solid objects such as trees, automobiles, walls, etc.
1.Use the sweeper/blower to clean around buildings, walls and fences (Figs. 15 & 16).
2.Use around trees, shrubs and flower beds (Fig. 17).
OPERATING TIPS WHEN USING
SWEEPER/BLOWER
•To reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with sound level(s), the use of hearing protection is required.
•Operate power equipment only at reasonable hours – not early in the morning or late at night when people might be disturbed. Comply with time listed in local ordinance. Usual recommendations are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Saturday.
•To reduce noise levels, limit the number of pieces of equipment used at any one time.
•To reduce noise levels, operate power blowers at the lowest possible speed to do the job.
•Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing.
•In dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces or use a mister attachment when water is available.
•Conserve water by using power blowers instead of hoses for many lawn and garden applications, including areas such as gutters, screens, patios, grills, porches, and gardens
•Watch out for children, pets, open windows, or freshly washed cars, and blow debris away.
•After using blowers and other equipment, CLEAN UP! Dispose of debris in trash receptacles.
Fig. 16
Fig. 15
Fig. 17
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