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S In dusty conditions, slightly dampen sur-
faces or use a mister attachment whenwa-
ter is available.
S Conserve water by using power blowers
instead of hoses for many lawn and garden
applications, i ncluding areas such as gutters,
screens, patios, g rills, p orches, and gardens.
S Watchoutfor children,pets, openwindows,
or fr eshly washed cars. Blow debris away
safely.
S Use the fullblower nozzle extension so the
air stream can work close to the ground.
S After using blowers and other equipment,
CLEAN UP! Dispose of debr is in trash re-
ceptacles.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
WARNING: Be sure to read the fuel
information in the safety rules before you be-
gin. If youdo not understand the safety rules,
do not attempt to fuel your unit. Call
1-800-554-6723.
FUELING ENGINE
WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly
when refueling.
HELPFUL TIP
To obtain thecorrect oilmix
ratio, pour 3.2 ounces of
2--cycle synthetic oil into
one gallon of fresh gas.
This engine is certified to operate on
unleaded gasoline. Before operation,
gasoline must be mixed with a good quality
synthetic 2-cycle air-cooled engine oil
designedtobemixedata ratioof40:1.Poulan
PRO brand synthetic oil is recommended.
Mix gasoline and oil at a ratio of 40:1. A 40:1
ratio is obtainedby mixing 3.2ounces (95 ml)
of oil with 1 gallon (4 liters) of unleaded
gasoline. DO NOT USE aut om otive oil or
marine oil. 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
thoroughly mixed.Always read andfollow the
safety rules relatingto fuelbefore f uelingyour
unit.
IMPORTANT
Experience indicates that alcohol blended
fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or
methanol) canattract moisturewhich leads to
separation and formation of acids during
storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel
systemof anenginewhileinstorage. Toavoid
engine problems, empty the fuel system
before storagefor30days orlonger. Drainthe
gastank,starttheengine andlet itrununtil the
fuellines andcarburetor areempty.Usefresh
fuel next season. Never use engine or
carburetor cleanerproducts inthe f ue l tank or
permanent damage may occur.
NOTE: Unit must be placed on its side when
adding fuel (see illustration below).
TO STOP THE ENGINE
D To stop the engine, move the throttle lever
to the STOP position.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
WARNING: You MUST make sure
the tubes are secure before using the unit.
D Fuel engine. Move at least 10 feet (3 me-
ters) away from the fueling site.
D 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.
Blower
Vacuum
ST
A
RTING POSITION
WARNING: When starting engine,
hold the uni t asillustrated. Donot set unit onany
surface except a clean, hard area when starting
engine or while engine is running. Debris such
as gravel, sand, dust, grass, etc. could be
picked up by the air intake and thrown out
through the discharge opening, damaging the
unit or property, or causing serious in jury to by-
standers or the operator.
HELPFUL TIP
If your engine still does not
start a fter following these
instructions, please call
1--800--554--6723.