Homelite MIGHTYLITE UT08520, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...andard for dependability ease of operation and operator safety When properly cared for it will give you years of rugged trouble free performance WARNING To reduce the risk of injury the user must read and understand the operator s manual before using this product Thank you for buying a Homelite product SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE ...

Page 2: ...ntenance 12 13 Troubleshooting 14 Warranty 15 17 Parts Ordering Service Back Page This product has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable Safety performance and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate table of contents introduction ...

Page 3: ...omply with fire prevention regulations This product is equipped with a spark arrestor however other user requirements may apply Check with the federal state or local authorities in your area Before storing allow the engine to cool Empty fuel tank and restrain the unit from moving before transporting in a vehicle To reduce the risk of fire and burn injury handle fuel with care It is highly flammabl...

Page 4: ...manual before using this product Precautions that involve your safety Do not operate without tubes in place Failure to keep long hair away from the air inlet could result in personal injury Failure to keep loose clothing from being drawn into air intake could result in personal injury Eye and Hearing Protection Wear eye and hearing protection when operating this equipment Gasoline and Lubricant Us...

Page 5: ...uation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION Without Safety Alert Symbol Indicates a situation that may result in property damage WARNING To avoid serious personal injury do not attempt to use this product until you read thoroughly and understand completely the operator s manual If you do not understand the warnings and instructions in the operator s manual do not use...

Page 6: ...Page Fig 1 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Weight 7 9 lbs Engine displacement 26cc Air Velocity MPH 170 CFM 375 features handle choke dial STARTER GRIP blower tube fuel cap throttle stop lever primer bulb ...

Page 7: ...erate this product until the parts are replaced Failure to heed this warning could result in possible serious personal injury WARNING Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories not recommended for use with this tool Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury NOTE Read and remove all hang tags ...

Page 8: ...de of the blower NOTE Homelite logo will be face up Push blower tube into blower housing until the tube latch snaps into place To remove the tube lift the tube latch with a screwdriver and remove tube from the blower housing outlet Attaching the handle See Figure 3 Position handle so that the screw hole is facing outward Insert handle into blower handle compartment until the handle snaps into plac...

Page 9: ...or automotive use Mix Homelite Premium Exact Mix lubricant with gasoline according to the instructions on the package If Premium Exact Mix lubricant is not available use a high quality synthetic 2 cycle engine lubricant mixed at 2 6 oz per gallon US Do not use automotive lubricant or 2 cycle outboard lubricant NOTE Premium Exact Mix fuel mix will stay fresh up to 30 days DO NOT mix quantities larg...

Page 10: ...er to the position to run the blower at low speed Blower speed decreases as the switch is moved closer to the low speed position and increases when the switch is moved closer to the high speed position TO START A WARM ENGINE Rotate the choke dial counterclockwise to the RUN position Place the throttle stop lever in the high speed position Slowly press the primer bulb seven 7 times Pull the starter...

Page 11: ...sible throttle speed to do the job Check your equipment before operation especially the muffler air intakes and air filters Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing In dusty conditions slightly dampen surfaces when water is available Conserve water by using power blowers instead of hoses for many lawn and garden applications including areas such as gutters screens patios grills porches...

Page 12: ...n tact with plastic parts Chemicals can damage weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be repaired or replaced by the customer All other parts should be replaced at an Authorized Service Center LUBRICATION All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life...

Page 13: ...the model purchased Please contact the nearest service dealer for servicing your spark arrestor WARNING Never run the blower without the spark arrestor in place Failure to do so could result in a fire that could cause serious personal injury maintenance FUEL CAP WARNING A leaking fuel cap is a fire hazard and must be replaced immediately Failure to do so could result in a fire that could cause ser...

Page 14: ...ngine Clean and reinstall spark plug Pullstarterthreetimeswithchokedial at RUN If engine does not start rotate choke dial to FULL CHOKE position and repeat normal starting procedure If engine still fails to start repeat procedure with a new spark plug Contact a servicing dealer Engine starts but will not accelerate Engine requires approximately three minutes to warm up Allow engine to completely w...

Page 15: ...s not extend to repairs made necessary by normal wear or by the use of parts or accessories which are either incompatible with the homelite brand product or adversely affect its operation performance or durability In addition this warranty does not cover A Tune ups Spark Plugs Carburetor Carburetor Adjustments Ignition Filters B Wear items Bump Knobs Outer Spools Cutting Lines InnerReels StarterPu...

Page 16: ...d part that is not scheduled for replacement as required in the Emissions Maintenance Schedule and Warranty Parts List set forth below is warranted for two years If any such part including any part that is scheduled only for regular inspec tion fails during the period of warranty coverage it will be repaired or replaced at any HOMELITE Authorized Service Center at no charge Any such part repaired ...

Page 17: ...TY MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR PURCHASE Go to www homelite com and register your new tool on line Your product has been fully tested prior to shipment to ensure your complete satisfaction For any questions about operating or maintaining your product call the Homelite Help Line CALL 1 800 242 4672 www homelite com To register your Homelite product or set up your eBox account by regular mail please print ...

Page 18: ...r Authorized Service Centers can be located online at www homelite com or by calling 1 800 242 4672 How to obtain Customer or Technical Support To obtain Customer or Technical Support please contact us at 1 800 242 4672 987000 046 3 25 08 REV 06 OPERATOR S MANUAL 26cc MightyLite Blower UT08520 UT08921 ALL VERSIONS HOMELITE CONSUMER PRODUCTS INC 1428 Pearman Dairy Road Anderson SC 29625 Phone 1 800...