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OPERATINGPOSITION
Blower
Eye
Protection
Vacuum
OPERATINGTIPS
SWhile vacuuming or blowing debris, hol d
the unit with the mufflerside facing away
fromyour body and clothes (see OPERAT-
INGPOSITION illustration above).
STo reduce the risk of hearing los s
associated with sound level(s), hearing
protection is required.
STor educe the risk of injury associated with
contacting rotating parts, stop the engine be-
fore installingor removing attachments.Do
not operate without guard(s) in place.
SOperatepower equi pment only at reasonable
hours--notearly in the mor ning or late at night
whenpeople might be disturbed. Com ply with
times listed in local ordinances. Usual recom -
mendations are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.,
Monday though Saturday.
SToreduce noise levels, limit the number of
pieces of equipment used atany onetime.
STo reduce noise levels, operate power
blowers at the lowest possible throttle
speedto do the job.
SUserakes and brooms to loosen debris be-
foreblow ing.
SIn dusty conditions, slightly dam pen sur-
facesor use a mister attachmentwhen wa-
ter is available.
SConserve water by using power blowers
instead of hoses for m any lawn and garden
applications, including areas such as gutters,
screens,patios,grills, porches, andgardens.
SWatchout forchildren,pets, openwindows,
or freshly washed cars. Blow debris away
safely.
SUsethe full blow er nozzle extension so the
air stream can work close to the gr ound.
SAfter using blowers and other equipment,
CLEAN UP! Dispose of debris in trash re-
ceptacles.
BEFORESTARTING ENGINE
WARNING: Be sure to read thefuel
informationin thesafety r ules before you be-
gin.If you do not understandthe safety rules,
do not attempt to fuel your unit. Call
1-800-554-6723.
FUELING ENGINE
WARNING: Removefuel cap slowly
whenrefueli ng.
This engine is certified to operate on
unleaded gasoline. Before operation,
gasoline must be mixed wi th a good quality
synthetic 2-cycle air-cooled engine oil
designed to be mixed at a ratio of 40:1.
Poulan/Weed Eater brand synthetic oil is
recommended.Mix gasoline and oil at aratio
of40:1. A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing3.2
ounces (95 ml) of oil with1 gallon(4 liters) of
unleaded gasoline. DO NOT USE
automotiveoil or boatoil. These oils will cause
engine damage. When mixing fuel, follow
instructions printed on container. Once oil is
added to gasoline, shake container
momentarily to assure that the fuel is
thoroughlymixed. Always readand follow the
safetyrules relating to fuel before fueling your
unit.
IMPORTANT
Experience indicates that alcohol blended
fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or
methanol)can attract moisture which leads to
separation and formation of acids duri ng
storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel
systemof an enginewhil e instorage. Toavoid
engine problems, empty the fuel system
beforestorage for 30days or longer. Drain the
gastank, start theengine and let it run until the
fuellines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh
fuel next season. Never use engine or
carburetorcleaner products in the fuel tank or
permanentdamage m ay occur.
NOTE: Unit must be placed on i ts side when
addingfuel (see illustrationbelow).
TO STOP THE ENGINE
DTostop the engine, move the throttl elev er
tothe STOP position.
BEFORESTARTING THE ENGINE
WARNING: YouMUSTmakesure
thetubes are secur e beforeusi ng the unit.
DFuel engine. Move at least 10 feet (3 me-
ters)away from the fueling site.
DHold the unit in the starting position as
shown. Make sure the blower end is di-
rectedaw ay from people, animals, gl ass,
andsol id objects.