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FILLING THE TANK
WARNING:
Always stop the engine before filling the fuel tank. Never
add fuel to a machine with a running or hot engine. Move
at least 30 ft. from the refueling area before starting engine.
Do not smoke while filling the tank.
Clean the surface around the fuel cap to prevent contami-
nation.
Loosen the fuel cap slowly, by turning it counter-
clockwise.
Pour the fuel mixture carefully into the tank.
Clean and inspect the fuel cap gasket before replacing
the fuel cap.
Replace the fuel cap and tighten it by turning it clock-
wise.
Wipe spilled fuel from the product.
Move at least 30 ft. away from refueling area before start-
ing the product.
WARNING:
Check for fuel leaks. If you find any leaks, correct the
problem before using the product.
WARNING:
A leaking fuel cap is a fire hazard and must be replaced
immediately.
STARTING AND STOPPING
See Figures 6 - 7.
NOTE: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new
engine during first use.
To start an engine that is cold or has run dry:
Fill the fuel tank, if necessary. Always use the proper
oil/gasoline mixture. See Mixing the Fuel on page 10.
Disengage the cruise control lever.
NOTE: Do not engage the throttle trigger during the
starting process.
Slowly push the primer bulb seven times.
OPERATION
Set the choke lever to the START position.
NOTE: If restarting a warm engine, leave the choke lever
in the RUN position.
Pull the starter cord until the engine runs.
Return the starter cord gently to the starter housing. Do
not allow the rope to snap back.
Allow the engine to run for 15 seconds to warm up before
using.
Engage the throttle trigger to operate.
To stop the blower:
Release the throttle trigger.
Press and hold the engine switch to the “O” or STOP posi-
tion.
To remove blower:
Move harness straps off the shoulders. Let straps slide
down arms.
Grasp the straps and lower the blower to the ground.
Fig. 6
THROTTLE
TRIGGER
Fig. 7
ENGINE
SWITCH
CHOKE
LEVER
START
POSITION
RUN
POSITION
CHOKE
LEVER
CRUISE CONTROL
(THROTTLE LOCK)