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Useonly recommended We edEater
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parts;
use of any other parts may void your war-
ranty and cause damage to your unit.
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Empty the fuel tank before storing the unit.
Use up fuel left in c arburetor by starting the
engine and letting it run until it stops.
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Do not use any accessory or attachment
other than those recommended by the
manufacturer for use with your uni t.
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Do not store the unit orfuel ina 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.
SPECIALNOTICE:
Foruserson U.S.For-
est Land and in some states, including Cali-
fornia(Public Resources Codes 4442 and
4443), Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, NewJersey ,
Oregon, and Washington: Certain internal
combustion engines operated on forest,
brush, and/orgrass covered l andintheabove
areas are required to be equipped with a
spark arresting screen, maintained in effec-
tive working order,orthe engine must becon-
structed, equipped, and maintained for the
prevention of fire. Checkwith yourstate orlo-
cal authorities for regulations pertaining to
these requirements. Failure to follow these
requirements isa violation of t helaw.This unit
is not factory equipped with a spark arresting
screen; however, a spark arresting screen is
available asan optional part. If aspark arrest-
ing screen isrequired inyourarea, contact an
authorized service dealer for the correct kit.
The spark arresting screen, blower tubes,
and nozzles must be assembled to unit to be
in full compliance with regulations.
SPECIAL NOTICE:
Exposure to vibrations
through prolonged use of gasoline power ed
hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve
damage in t he finger s, hands, andjoints ofpeo-
ple prone to circulation disorders or abnormal
swelling. Prolonged use in cold weather has
been linked to blood vessel damage in other-
wisehealthy peopl e.If symptomsoccursuchas
numbness,pain,lossof strength,changeinskin
color or texture, or loss of feeling in the fingers,
hands, or joints, discontinue the use of this tool
and seek m edical attention. An ant i- vibration
system does not guar antee the avoidance of
theseproblems.User swhooper atepowertools
on a continual and regular basis must monitor
closely t heirphysicalconditionandthecondition
of this tool.
ASSEMBLY
NOTE:
It isnormal forthe fuel filter to rattle in
the empty fuel tank.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
If received assembled,
repeat all steps toensure yourunit is p roperly
assembled and all fasteners are secure.
Follow all safety information in the manual
and on the unit.
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No tools are required for assembly.
BLOWER TUBE
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Pushthe blowertube intothe bloweroutlet
until it snaps into place.
Blower Tube
Blower Outlet
OPERATION
KNOW YOUR BLOWER
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
UNIT. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with locations of the various
controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
Choke
Lever
Fuel Cap
Blower Tube
Primer Bulb