SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
nAlways hold the blower in your right hand. Refer to the Operation Instructions later in this manual for additional information.
nTo reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with sound level(s), hearing protection is required.
nTo reduce the risk of injury associated with contacting rotating parts, stop the engine before installing or removing attachments. Do not operate without guard(s) in place. Always disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance or accessing any movable parts.
nDo not point the blower nozzle in the direction of people or pets.
nNever run the unit without the blower tubes installed.
nNever place objects inside the blower tubes.
nUse only as directed in this operator’s manual.
nDo not operate vacuum without vacuum bag installed; flying debris could cause serious injury. Always close vacuum bag completely before operating.
nRotating impeller blades can cause severe injury. Stop the engine before opening the vacuum door or installing / changing tubes. Do not put hands or any other object into the vacuum tubes while they are installed on the unit.
nNever run the unit without the proper equipment attached. When used as a blower, always install the blower tubes. When used as a vacuum, always install the vacuum tubes and vacuum bag. Make sure the vacuum bag is completely zipped when the unit is running to avoid flying debris.
nAvoid situations that could catch the vacuum bag on fire. Do not operate near an open flame. Do not vacuum warm ash from fireplaces, barbeque pits, brush piles, etc. Do not vacuum discarded cigars or cigarettes unless the cinders are completely cool.
REFUELING
nFuel is highly flammable. Take precautions when using to reduce the chance of serious personal injury.
nStore fuel in a cool,
nStore fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose.
nOnly refuel outdoors and do not smoke while refueling.
nAdd fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add fuel while the engine is running or when the engine is hot.
nDo not smoke while handling fuel.
nMix and store fuel in a container approved for gasoline.
nMix fuel outdoors where there are no sparks or flames.
nLoosen fuel cap slowly to release pressure and to keep fuel from escaping around the cap.
nTighten the fuel cap securely after refueling.
nWipe spilled fuel from the unit. Move 30 feet away from refueling site before starting engine.
nNever attempt to burn off spilled fuel under any circum- stances.
nTo reduce the risk of fire and burn injury, handle fuel with care. It is highly flammable.
nIf fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but move the machine away from the area of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors have dissipated.
nReplace all fuel tank and container caps securely.
nEmpty fuel tank and restrain the unit from moving before transporting in a vehicle.
nWhen draining the fuel tank, use an approved fuel storage container in a
nSelect bare ground, stop engine, and allow to cool before refueling.
nSave these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.
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