OPERATION
FILLING THE TANK
WARNING:
Always stop the engine before filling the fuel tank. Never add fuel to a machine with a running or hot engine. Move at least 30 ft. from the refueling area before starting engine. Do not smoke while filling the tank.
Clean the surface around the fuel cap to prevent contami- nation.
Loosen the fuel cap slowly, by turning it counter- clockwise.
Pour the fuel mixture carefully into the tank.
Clean and inspect the fuel cap gasket before replacing the fuel cap.
Replace the fuel cap and tighten it by turning it clock- wise.
Wipe spilled fuel from the product.
Move at least 30 ft. away from refueling area before start- ing the product.
WARNING:
Check for fuel leaks. If you find any leaks, correct the problem before using the product.
WARNING:
A leaking fuel cap is a fire hazard and must be replaced immediately.
STARTING AND STOPPING
See Figures 6 - 7.
NOTE: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new engine during first use.
To start an engine that is cold or has run dry:
Fill the fuel tank, if necessary. Always use the proper oil/gasoline mixture. See Mixing the Fuel on page 10.
Disengage the cruise control lever.
NOTE: Do not engage the throttle trigger during the starting process.
Slowly push the primer bulb seven times.
Set the choke lever to the START position.
NOTE: If restarting a warm engine, leave the choke lever in the RUN position.
Pull the starter cord until the engine runs.
Return the starter cord gently to the starter housing. Do not allow the rope to snap back.
Allow the engine to run for 15 seconds to warm up before using.
Engage the throttle trigger to operate.
To stop the blower:
Release the throttle trigger.
Press and hold the engine switch to the “O” or STOP posi- tion.
To remove blower:
Move harness straps off the shoulders. Let straps slide down arms.
Grasp the straps and lower the blower to the ground.
ENGINE
SWITCH
THROTTLE
TRIGGER
CRUISE CONTROL (THROTTLE LOCK)
Fig. 6
CHOKE
CHOKELEVER
LEVER
START |
|
POSITION | RUN |
| POSITION |
Fig. 7
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