Homelite UT08546 Blower User Manual


 
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MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause
product damage.
WARNING:
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields during power tool operation or when blowing
dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic which may result in serious personal
injury.
LUBRICATION
All of the bearings in this product are lubricated with a suf-
ficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit
under normal operating conditions. Therefore, no further
lubrication is required.
Fig. 14
REPLACING AND CLEANING THE AIR FILTER
See Figure 14.
For proper performance and long life, keep air filter clean.
Loosen the knob on the air filter cover.
Remove the cover.
Remove the air filter and clean it in warm soapy water.
Rinse and let dry completely.
Work two drops of oil into the air filter.
Reinstall the air filter into the air filter base.
Reinstall the cover.
Tighten knob to secure.
NOTE: For best performance, the air filter should be
replaced annually.
AIR FILTER
BASE
AIR FILTER
COVER
KNOB