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OPERATING POSITION
Blower
Eye
Protection
Vacuum
OPERATING TIPS
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While vacuuming or blowing debris, hold
the unit with the muffler side facing away
from your bodyand clothes (seeOPERAT-
ING POSITION illustration above).
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To reduce the risk of hearing loss
associated with sound level(s), hearing
protection is required.
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To r edu ce the risk of injury a ssociated with
contacting rota ting pa rts, stop the engine be-
fore insta lling or remo v ing att achme nt s. Do
not operate without guard(s) in place.
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Operate power equipment only a t reasonable
hours--not early in the morning or late at n ight
when pe ople might bedisturbed. Comply with
times listed in local ordinances. Usual recom-
mendations are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.,
Monday though Saturd ay .
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To reduce noise levels, limit the number of
pieces of equipment used at any one time.
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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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Use rakes andbrooms toloosen debris be-
fore blowing.
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In dusty conditions, slightly dampen sur-
faces or u sea mister attachment whenwa-
ter is available.
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Con serve wat er by u sing powe r blowers
instead of h oses for many lawn and garden
applications, including a reas such as gutters,
screens, patios, grills, p orche s, a nd garde ns.
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Watchoutforchildren,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 using blowers and other equipment,
CLEAN UP! Dispose of debris in trash re-
ceptacles.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
W ARNING:
Be sure to read the fuel
information in the safety rules before you be-
gin. If youdo not understandthe safety rules,
do not attempt to fuel your unit. Call
1-800-554-6723
.
FUELING ENGINE
W ARNING:
Remove fuel cap slowly
when refueling.
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
designed to be mixed at a ratio of 40:1.
Poulan/Weed Eater brand synthetic oil is
recommended. Mix gasoline andoil at aratio
of 40:1. A 40:1 ratiois obtainedby mixing 3.2
ounces (95 m l) of oil wit h 1 gallon (4 liters) of
unleaded gasoline. DO NOT USE
automotiveoil orboatoil.Theseoils 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
thoroughlymixed. Always readand follow the
safety rulesrelatingtofuel beforefuelingyour
unit.
IMPORTANT
Experience indicates that alcohol blended
fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or
methanol)can attractmoisturewhichleads to
separation and formation of acids during
storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel
system ofanenginewhile instorage.Toavoid
engine problems, empty the fuel system
beforestoragefor30daysorlonger.Drainthe
gastank,starttheengineandlet itrununtilthe
fuellines andcarburetorareempty .Usefresh
fuel next season. Never use engine or
carburetorcleaner productsin thefuel tankor
permanent damage may occur.
NOTE:
Unit must be placed on its side when
a dding fuel (see illustratio n below).
TO ST OP THE ENGINE
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To stop the engine, move the throttle lever
to the STOP position.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
W ARNING:
YouMUSTmakesure
the tubes are 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 t he starting position as
shown. Make s ure the b lower end is di-
rected away from people, animals, glass,
and solid objects.