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disconnected. Keep v ents and discharge
tubes free of debris which can accumulate
and restrict proper air flow.
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Never place any object in the air intake open-
ing as this could restrict proper air flow and
cause damage to the unit.
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Never use for spreading chemicals, fertiliz-
ers, orother substances which may c ontain
toxic materials.
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Toavoid 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 r ec-
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 Weed Eater
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re-
placement parts; use of any other parts
may void your warranty and cause damage
to your unit.
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Empty fuel tank before storing the unit. Use
up f uelleft incarburetor bystarting engi neand
letting it run u ntil it s top s .
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Do not use any accessory or attachment
other than those recommended by manufac-
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 been linked to blood 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 in 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 muffler 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 with aspark arresting screen. If you
operate in alocale where such regulations ex-
ist, you a re legally responsible for maintaining
the operating condition of t hese 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 your
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
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Align the rib on the blower tube with the
groove in the blower outlet; slide the tube
into place.
NOTE:
Tube clamp must beloose enough to
allow blower tube to be inserted in blower out-
let. Loosen tube clamp by turning knob coun-
terclockwise.
Blower
Tube
Blower
Outlet
Rib
Groove
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Tighten the tube clamp by turning the knob
clockwise.
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To remove the tube, turn the knob counter-
clockwise to loosen clamp; remove tube.
VACUUM BAG ASSEMBLY
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Open the zipper on the vacuum bag and in-
sert the elbow tube.
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Push the small end of the elbow tube
through the small opening in the bag.
Small
Opening
Zipper
Opening
Elbow
Tube
Rib
NOTE:
Make sure edge ofthe small opening
is flush against the flared area of the elbow
tube, and the rib on the elbow tube is on the
bottom.
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Close the zipper on the bag. Make sure the
zipper is closed completely.
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Remove blower tube from engine.