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plug disconnected. Keep vents and dis-
charge tubes free of debris which can ac-
cumulate and restrict proper air flow.
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Never place any object in the air intake
opening as this could restr ict proper air flow
and cause damage to the unit.
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Never use for spreading chemicals, fertil-
izers, or other substances which may c on-
tain toxic materials.
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To avoid spreading fire, do not use near
leaf or brush fires, fireplaces, barbecue
pits, ashtrays, etc.
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Use only for jobs explained in this manual.
MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY
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Have all maintenance other than the rec-
ommended procedures described in the in-
struction manual performed by an autho-
rized service dealer.
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Disconnect spark plug bef or e perform ing
maintenance except for carbur etor adjust-
ments.
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Use only recommended Poulan
r
replace-
ment parts; use of any other parts may void
your warranty and cause damage to y our
unit.
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Empty fuel tank bef or e storing the uni t. Use
upfuel leftin carburetor bystar ting engineand
letting it run until it stops .
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Do not use any accessory or attachment
other than those r ecom mended by m anufac-
turer for use with your unit.
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Do not store the unit or fuel in a closed area
where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an
open flame from hot water heaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
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Store in a dry area out of reach of children.
SPECIAL NOTICE:
Exposure to vibra-
tions through prolonged use of gasoline pow-
ered hand tools could cause blood vessel or
nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and
joints of people prone to circulation disorders
or abnormal swelling. Prolonged use in cold
weather has beenlinked toblood vessel dam-
age in otherwise healthy people. If symptoms
occur such as numbness, pain, loss of
strength, change in skin color or texture, or
loss of feeling i n the fingers, hands, or joints,
discontinue the use of this t ool and seek
medical attention. An antivibration system
does not guarantee the avoidance of these
problems. Users who operate power tools on
a continual and regular basis must monitor
closely their physical condition and the condi-
tion of this tool.
SPECIAL NOTICE:
This unit is equipped
with a temperature limiting m uffler and spark
arresting screen which meets the require-
ments of California Codes 4442 and 4443. All
U.S. forest land and the states of California,
Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Ore-
gon, and Washington require by law that
many internal combustion engines be
equipped withasparkarresting screen. Ifyou
operate in alocale wheresuch regulations ex-
ist, you a relegally responsible formaintaining
the operating condition of these parts. Failure
to do so is a violation of the law. Refer to the
MAINTENANCE section for information on
maintenance o f the muffler and spark arrest-
ing screen.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
Stop engine and be sure
the impeller blades have stopped turning be-
fore opening the vacuum inlet door or at-
tempting to insert or remove the vacuum or
blower tubes. The rotating blades can cause
serious injury. Always disconnect the spark
plug before performing maintenance or ac-
cessing movable parts.
WARNING:
If you receive your unit
assembled, check each step to insure y our
unit is properly assembled and all fasteners
are secure. Follow all safety information in
the manual and on the unit.
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A standard screwdriver is required for as-
sembly.
BLOWER TUBE ASSEMBLY
1. Align the rib on the blower tube with the
groove in the blower outlet; slide the tube
into place.
NOTE:
Knob must be loose enough to allow
blower tube to be inserted in blower outlet.
Loosen knob by turning counterclockwise.
Blower
Tube
Blower
Outlet
Rib
Groove
2. Secure the tube by turning the knob clock-
wise.
3. Toremove the tube, turn the knobcounter-
clockwise to loosen the tube; remove the
tube.
VACUUM BAG ASSEMBLY
1. Open the zipper on the vacuum bag and
insert the elbow tube.
2. Push the small end of the elbow tube
through the small opening i n the bag.
Small
Opening
Zipper
Opening
Elbow
Tube
Rib