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Move slowly back and forth over the
material as you vacuum. Avoid forcing
the unit into a pile of debris as this can
clog the unit.
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Keep the vacuum tube about an inch
above the ground for best results.
WARNING:
If the unit becomes
clogged, stop the unit and unplug the ex-
tension cord. Wait until the impeller has
completely stopped turning, then remove
the vacuum tubes. Carefully reach into
the vacuum opening and clear out the
clogged debris.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
Disconnect power
source before performing maintenance.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this unit does not cover
items that have been subjected to operat or
abuse or negligence. To receive full value
from the warr anty, the operat or m ust main-
tain unit as instructed in this manual. Vari-
ous adjustments will need to b e made peri-
odically to properly maintain your unit.
BEFORE EACH USE
CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS
AND PARTS
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Inlet Cover
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Blower Tube
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Va cuum T ubes
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Collection Bag
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for
replacement of damaged or worn parts.
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ON/OFF
Switch -- Ensure switch functions
properly by moving t he switch t o the
OFF
position. Make sur e motor stops; then re-
start m ot or and continue.
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Inlet Cover -- Discontinue use of unit if in-
let cover fails to latch properly or if it is
damaged in any way.
AFTER EACH USE
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT & LABELS
Stop unit and unplug extension cord.
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After each use, inspect complete unit for
loose or damaged parts. C lean the unit
using a damp cloth with a mild det ergent.
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Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
CLEAN COLLECTION BAG
IMPORTANT:
THE COLLECTION BAG
MUST BE PROPERLY EMPTIED.
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Yo u m ust p roper ly empt y and m aintain
the collection bag to avoid deterioration
and obstruction of air flow .
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Remove the collection bag f rom the unit
and em pty after each use. Do not store
bag without emptying the bag of all con-
tents (gr ass, leaves, et c.).
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W ash the bag once a year. Remove the
bag from t he blower and turn the bag in-
side out.Wash the bag with a waterhose.
Allow the bag to hang and dry completely
before you reuse the bag.
SERVICE
HOW TO REMOVE AN OBJECT
FROM THE AIR INTA KE
WARNING:
Stop the unit and dis-
connect from the power source before
opening the inlet cover. The motor must
be stopped and the impeller blades no
longer turning to avoid serious injury from
the rotating blades.
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While holding the inlet cover open, re-
move the vacuum tubes. The inlet cov-
er must be held open through all re-
maining steps.
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Carefully reach into the vacuum open-
ing and clear out the air intake area.
Clear all debris from impeller.
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Inspect the impeller for cracks. If
cracked or damaged, do not use the
unit. Have parts replaced by your au-
thorized service dealer. Do not attempt
to replace them yourself.
STORAGE
WARNING:
Perform the following
steps after each use:
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Stop unit and disconnect fr om t he pow er
source.
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Allow motor t o cool before storing or
transporting.
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Store unit w ith all guards in place. Posi-
tion unit so that any sharp object cannot
accidentally cause injury.
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Store unit unplugged, well out of the
reach of children.
SEASONAL STORAGE
Prepare unit for storage at the end of the
season or if it will not be used for 30 days
or more.If your blower is to be stored fora
period of time:
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Stop unit and disconnect fr om t he pow er
source.
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Clean the entire unit befor e lengthy stor-
age.
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Open i nlet c over and clean any dirt,
grass, or debris that has collected. I n-
spect the blower and all tubes. Close and
make sure the cover is latched.