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OPERATING POSITION
Blower
Eye
Protection
Vacuum
OPERATING TIPS
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While vacuuming or blowing debris, hold
the unit with the muffler side facing away
from your body andclothes (see OPERAT-
ING POSITION illustration above).
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To reduce the r isk of hearing loss
associated with sound level(s), hearing
protection is required.
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To re duce the risk of injury a ssociated with
contacting rotating parts, sto p the engine be-
for e in s ta lling o r removing attac hment s. Do
not operate without guard(s) in place.
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Operate power equip ment only at reasonab le
hours--not early in the morning or late at night
when pe ople might be d isturbed. Co mply with
times listed in local ordinances. Usual recom-
mendations are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.,
Monday though Saturday .
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To reduce noise levels, limit the number of
pieces of equipment used at any one time.
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To reduce noise levels, operate power
blowers at the lowest possible throttle
speed to do the job.
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Use rakes andbrooms toloosen debris be-
fore blowing.
S
In dusty conditions, slightly dampen sur-
faces or use amister attachment whenwa-
ter is available.
S
Con serve wa ter b y u sing p o we r b lo wers
instead of h oses for many lawn and garden
applications, including areas such as gutters,
scree ns, p atios, gr ills, p or ches, and gar dens.
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Watchoutfor children, pets,openwindows,
or freshly washed cars. Blow debris away
safely.
S
Use the full blower nozzle extension so the
air stream can work close to the ground.
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After using blowers and other equipment,
CLEAN UP! Dispose of debris in trash re-
ceptacles.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
W ARNING:
Be sure to read the fuel
information in the safety rules before you be-
gin. If youdo not understandthe safety rules,
do not attempt to fuel your unit. Call
1-800-554-6723
.
FUELING ENGINE
W ARNING:
Remove fuel cap slowly
when refueling.
This engine is certified to operate on un-
leaded gasoline. Before operation, gasoline
must be mixed with a good quality synthetic
2-cycle air-cooled engine oil designed to be
mixed at aratio of40:1. Poulan/WeedEater
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brandsynthetic oi l is recommended. M ix gas-
oline and oil at a ratio of 40:1. A 40:1 ratio is
obtained by mixing 3.2 ounces (95 ml) of oil
with 1 gallon (4 liters) of unleaded gasoline.
DO NOT USE automotive oil or marine oil.
These oils will cause engine damage. When
mixing fuel, follow instructions printedoncon-
tainer. Once oil is added to gasoline, shake
container momentarily to assure that the fuel
is thoroughly mixed. Always read and follow
the safety rules relating to fuel before fueling
your unit.
IMPORTANT
Experience indicates that alcohol blended
fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or
methanol)canattractmoisture which leadsto
separation and formation of acids during
storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel
system ofanenginewhile instorage. Toavoid
engine problems, empty the fuel system
beforestoragefor 30days orlonger.Drainthe
gastank,starttheengineandlet itrun until the
fuel lines andcarburetorareempty .Use fresh
fuel next season. Never use engine or
carburetorcleanerproductsinthe f uel tankor
permanent damage may occur.
NOTE:
Unit must be placed on its side when
a dd ing fuel (see illustration b elo w).
TO STOP THE ENGINE
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To stop the engine, move the throttle lever
to the STOP position.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
W ARNING:
YouMUSTmakesure
the tubes are secure before using the unit.
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Fuel engine. Move at least 10 feet (3 me-
ters) away from the fueling site.
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Hold the unit in the starting position as
shown. Make sure the blower end is di-
rected away from people, animals, glass,
and solid objects.