OPERATING TIPS
WARNING:
While vacuuming or
blowing debris, hold the unit with the muffler
side facing away from your body and clothes
(see OPERATING POSITION .
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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 reduce the risk of injury associated with
contacting rotating parts, stop the engine be-
fore installing or removing attachments. Do
not operate without guard(s) in place.
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Operate power equipment only at reasonable
hours--not early in the morning or late at night
when people might be disturbed. Comply with
times listed in local ordinances. Usual recom-
mendations are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.,
Monday though Saturday.
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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 and brooms to loosen debris be-
fore blowing.
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In dusty conditions, slightly dampen sur-
faces or use a mister attachment when wa-
ter is available.
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Conserve water by using power blowers
instead of hoses for many lawn and garden
applications, including areas such as gutters,
screens, patios, grills, porches, and gardens.
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Watch out for children, pets, open windows,
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.
OPERATING POSITION
WARNING:
While vacuuming or
blowing debris, hold the unit with the muffler
side facing away from your body and clothes
(see following illustration).
Blower
Vacuum
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
WARNING:
Be sure to read the fuel
information in the safety rules before you be-
gin. If you do not understand the safety rules,
do not attempt to fuel your unit. Call customer
support.
FUELING ENGINE
WARNING:
Remove fuel cap slowly
when refueling.
HELPFUL TIP
To obtain the correct oil mix
ratio, pour 2.6 ounces of
2--cycle synthetic oil into
one gallon of fresh gas.
IMPORTANT:
This equipment is designed to
operate on unleaded gasoline with a minimum
87 octane (R+M/2 method), with ethanol
blended up to 10% maximum by volume (E-10).
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 50:1. Mix
gasoline and oil at a ratio of 50:1. A 50:1 ratio is
obtained by mixing 2.6 fluid ounces of oil with 1
gallon of unleaded gasoline. DO NOT USE
automotive oil or marine oil. These oils 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 thoroughly mixed.
Always read and follow the safety rules relating
to fuel before fueling your unit. Purchase fuel in
quantities that can be used within 30 days to
assure fuel freshness.
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