Homelite VAC ATTACK II UT08042, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...r 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: ...tenance 16 17 n Accessories 17 n Troubleshooting 18 n Warranty 19 21 n Parts Ordering Service 22 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: ...ecome entangled in the machine n Keep firm footing and balance Do not overreach Over reaching can result in loss of balance or exposure to hot surfaces n Never operate the unit without a spark arrestor screen this screen is located inside the muffler n Product users on United States Forest Service land and in some states must comply with fire prevention regula tions n This product is equipped with...

Page 4: ...sk of injury associated with contacting rotating parts stop the engine before installing or remov ing attachments Do not operate without guard s in place Always disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance or accessing any movable parts n Do not point the blower nozzle in the direction of people or pets n Never run the unit without the proper equipment attached n When used as a blower a...

Page 5: ...cautions 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 SYMBOLS Eye and Hearing Protection Wear eye and hearing protection when operating this equipment Vacuum Door Do not run unit while vacuum door is unse...

Page 6: ...zardous situation 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 Save this operator s manual and review frequently for continuing safe operation...

Page 7: ...8 lbs Engine displacement 30cc Air Velocity MPH 200 CFM 420 FEATURES UPPER HANDLE UPPER BLOWER TUBE WIDE SWEEPER NOZZLE INLET COVER DOOR CRUISE CONTROL THROTTLE LOCK THROTTLE TRIGGER DOOR KNOB HIGH VELOCITY NOZZLE WET LEAF SCRAPER TUBE CLAMP ...

Page 8: ... power to handle tough blowing and vacuuming jobs MULCHER The blower is equipped with a mulcher feature that efficiently reduces leaves at a 12 1 ratio THROTTLE TRIGGER The blower can be operated at any speed between idle and full throttle VACUUM The blower will convert to a powerful vacuum mulcher using no tools VACUUM BAG The vacuum bag attaches to the blower easily using the vacuum bag adaptor ...

Page 9: ... LIST Blower Upper Blower Tube Wide Sweeper Nozzle High Velocity Nozzle Upper and Lower Vacuum Tubes Vacuum Bag Vacuum Bag Adaptor Tube Clamp 2 Cycle Engine Oil Operator s Manual ASSEMBLY WARNING If any parts are missing do not operate this tool until the missing parts are replaced Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury WARNING Do not attempt to modify this tool or creat...

Page 10: ...g Twist to lock into place n Rotate the tube so the nozzle is pointing upward as shown Tighten the knob securely n To remove the tubes loosen the knob on the clamp Rotate the tubes to unlock them remove tube from the blower housing outlet INSTALLING THE VACUUM BAG See Figures 4 5 n Remove the nozzle and upper blower tube from the blower n Unzip the vacuum bag and place the adaptor inside as shown ...

Page 11: ...oosen the door knob on the inlet cover door and open Place the notch in the support arm of the upper vacuum tube under the hinge of the inlet cover door n Push the upper vacuum tube into the blower housing n Align the upper vacuum tube knob with the hole in the housing and tighten securely To remove the vacuum tubes n Loosen the upper vacuum tube knob n Remove the vacuum tubes from the blower hous...

Page 12: ...s sufficient to inflict serious injury WARNING Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating this tool Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury WARNING Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive A fire or explosion from gasoline will burn you and others MIXING THE FUEL This product is powered by a 2...

Page 13: ...ger and push STOP on the engine switch OPERATING THE BLOWER See Figures 10 11 WARNING Always hold the blower away from your body keeping clearance between your body and the product Any con tact with the housing can result in burns and or other serious personal injury n Start the blower refer to Starting and Stopping earlier in this manual Hold the blower with the upper handle in your right hand Pr...

Page 14: ...o scrape wet leaves or debris while operating the blower CRUISE CONTROL THROTTLE LOCK See Figure 12 The Cruise Control throttle lock can be used to operate the blower without continuously holding the throttle trigger TO ENGAGE THE CRUISE CONTROL n For full throttle depress the throttle trigger fully and slide the cruise control selector as far forward as possible n To reduce engine speed slide the...

Page 15: ... bottles or other similar objects n If the vacuum tubes should clog stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire before cleaning out the obstruction n Remove the vacuum tubes and clear the debris from the blower fan housing Remove the bag and clear the tube A small rod or stick may be required to clear the entire tube length Ensure that all debris has been cleared before reassembling the vac...

Page 16: ...als can damage weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury LUBRICATION All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under normaloperatingconditions Therefore nofurtherlubrication is required Fig 14 REPLACING AND CLEANING THE AIR FILTER See Figure 14 For proper performance and long life keep air f...

Page 17: ...proves when the fuel cap is loosened the check valve may be faulty or filter clogged Replace the fuel cap if required SPARK PLUG This engine uses a Champion RCJ 6Y with 0 63 mm 0 025 in electrodegap Useanexactreplacementpartandreplace annually WARNING Be careful not to cross thread the spark plug Cross threading will seriously damage the product STORAGE 1 MONTH OR LONGER n Drain all fuel from the ...

Page 18: ...see next item 3 Contact a servicing dealer Engine starts but will not accelerate Carburetor requires adjustment Contact a servicing dealer Engine starts but will only run at high speed at half choke Carburetor requires adjustment Contact a servicing dealer Engine does not reach full speed and emits excessive smoke 1 Oil fuel mixture is incorrect 2 Air filter is dirty 3 Carburetor requires adjustme...

Page 19: ...LITE product that has been altered or modified The warranty does not extend to repairs made necessary by normal wear or by the use of parts or accessories which are either INCOMPATIBLE WITH THE HOMELITE 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 Wearitems Bu...

Page 20: ...t to exceed 30 days If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities you should contact a Homelite Consumer Products Inc Customer Representative at 1 800 242 4672 COVERAGE Homelite Consumer Products Inc warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that your nonroad or small off road engine will be designed built and equipped at the time of sale to m...

Page 21: ...es Spark Plug X ALL EMISSIONS RELATED PARTS ARE WARRANTED FOR TWO YEARS OR FOR THE PERIOD OF TIME PRIOR TO THE PARTS FIRST SCHEDULED REPLACEMENT WHICHEVER COMES FIRST THIS PRODUCT WAS MANUFACTURED WITH A CATALYST MUFFLER Congratulations You have made an investment toward protecting the environment In order to maintain this product s original emission level please refer to the maintenance section b...

Page 22: ...ve harm CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 SERVICE For parts or service contact your nearest Homelite authorized service dealer Be sure to provide all relevant information when you call or visit For the location of the authorized service dealer nearest you please call 1 800 242 4672 or visit us online at www homelite com REPAIR PARTS The model number of this product is found on a plate or label attached to...