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PRIMER BULB
The PRIMER B ULBremoves airfromthecar-
buretor and fuel lines and fills them with fuel.
This allows you to start the engine with fewer
pulls on the starter rope. Activate the primer
bulb by pressing it and allowing it to return to
its original form.
CHOKE LEVER
TheCHOKEhelps tosupply fuel totheengine
to aid in cold starting. The RUN position is
used forfull speed operation. The 1/2 position
isused forabrief initial warm -upperiod andto
set the engine at idle speed.
OPERATING TIPS
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To reduce the risk of hearing loss associat-
edwith sound l evel(s), hearing protection is
required.
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Operate powerequipment onlyat reasonable
hours--not ear ly inthe mor ning orlate at night
whenpeople m ightbe distur bed.Complywith
times listed i n l ocalordinances. Usualrecom-
mendations are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.,
Monday though Satur day.
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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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To reduce noise levels, limit the number of
pieces of equipment used at any one time.
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Use rakes andbrooms toloosen debri s be-
fore blowing.
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In dusty conditions, slightly dampen sur-
faces when water is available.
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Conserve water by using power blower s
instead of hoses for many law n and garden
applications, including areas such asgutters,
screens, patios, grills, porches, and gardens.
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Watchout forchildren, pets, openwindows,
or freshly washed cars. Blow debris away
safely.
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Use the full blower nozzle extension so the
air stream can work close to the ground.
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After u sing blowers and other equipment,
CLEAN UP! Dispose of debris in trash re-
ceptacles.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
WARNING:
Be sure to read the fuel
information in the safety rules before you
begin. If you do not understand the safety
rules, do not attempt to fuel y our unit. Call
1-800-554-6723.
FUELING ENGINE
WARNING:
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 a ratio of 40:1. Poulan/Weed Eater-
brand synthetic oilis recommended. Mix gas-
oline and oil at a ratio of 40:1. A 40:1 ratio is
obtained by mixing 3.2 ounces of oil with 1
gallon of unleaded gasoline. DO NOT USE
automotive oil orboatoil.Theseoils willcause
engine damage. When mixing fuel, follow
instructions printed on container. Once oil is
added to gasoline, shake container momen-
tarily 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) canattract moisture which leads to
separation and f ormation of acids during stor-
age. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system
of anengine while in s torage. To avoid engine
problems, empty the fuel system before stor-
age for 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank,
start the engine andlet it rununtil thefuel lines
and carburetor areempty. Usefresh fuel next
season. Never use engine or carburetor
cleaner products inthefuel t ankorpermanent
damage may occur.
Eye
Protection
OPERATING
POSITION
STOPPING YOUR ENGINE
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Tostop theengine, move thechoke lever to
the START/STOP position.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
WARNING:
You MUST make sure
the tube is 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.
STARTING
POSITION
WARNING:
When starting engine,
hold the unit as illustrated. Do not set unit on
any surface except a clean, hard area when
starting engine or while engine is running.
Debris such asgravel, sand, dust, grass, etc.
could be picked up by the air intake and
thrown out through the discharge opening,