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- Page 1 ELECTRIC BLOWER/MULCHER 060-3874-8 Owner's Manual TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: 1-866-523-5218 WARNING WARNING Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before operating this tool.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS SPECIFICATIONS.........................2 SAFETY INFORMATION......................3-6 SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR BLOWER/MULCHER ............7-8 KNOW YOUR BLOWER .......................9 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS....................1 0-14 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS....................1 5-20 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS............... 21 TROUBLESHOOTING ........................22 WARRANTY..........................23 PARTS LIST...........................24-25 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ELECTRIC BLOWER/MULCHER Motor......................120 V AC, 60 Hz, 12 A Impeller type......................4”... -
Page 3: Safety Information
SAFETY INFORMATION Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to assemble, operate or install the product. These safety instructions are not meant to cover every possible condition that could occur. If you have any questions regarding the product, please call the Toll-free Helpline at 1-866-523-5218, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., EST, Monday-Friday. - Page 4 SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury. READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE BLOWER • Do not operate power tools in an explosive atmosphere, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust.
- Page 5 SAFETY INFORMATION • Wear heavy long pants, boots, and gloves. Avoid loose garments or jewellery that could get caught in moving parts of the machine or its motor. • Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool will do the job better and safer when it is used at the rate that it was designed to work at.
- Page 6 SAFETY INFORMATION • In a double insulated appliance, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. No method of grounding is provided on a double insulated appliance, nor should a means for grounding be added to the appliance. Servicing a double insulated appliance requires extreme care and knowledge of the system, and should only be done by qualified service personnel.
- Page 7 SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES • Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. A wire gauge size (A.W.G.) of at least 14 is recommended for an extension cord 50' (15 m) or less in length.
- Page 8 SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES WHILE OPERATING UNIT AS A BLOWER • Never point the blower in the direction of people or pets, or in the direction of windows. Use extra caution when blowing debris near solid objects such as trees, automobiles and walls. WHILE OPERATING UNIT AS A MULCHER •...
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Page 9: Know Your Blower
KNOW YOUR BLOWER Fig.1 Switch Auxiliary handle Lock button Power cord Blower tube Concentrator nozzle Mulcher tubes CONTENTS OF CARTON This unit includes the following: Electric blower Blower tube Mulcher tubes Owner's Manual Examine all parts to make certain that nothing is missing and no breakage has occurred during shipping. -
Page 10: Assembly Instructions
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS UNPACKING This product requires assembly. • Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box. Make sure all items listed in the packing list are included. • Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. - Page 11 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ASSEMBLE AS A MULCHER 1. Slide the front and rear mulcher tubes together until the lock button engages. (See Fig 2) 2. Pull the lock button forward to disengage the gate. Hold the gate open. (See Fig 3.1) 3.
- Page 12 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Fig. 3 Fig.3.2 Fig.3.1 ② ① Lock button Fig.3.3 Fig.3.4 ③ ④ Fig.3.5 ⑤...
- Page 13 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ASSEMBLE AS A BLOWER 1. Slide blower tube forward until the notched areas on the blower housing click into the slots on the tube. (see Fig. 4) 2. Insert the concentrator nozzle onto the regular nozzle to lock (see Fig. 4) . (Concentrator nozzle is used to increase air flow in tight areas: flower beds, under decks, etc.).
- Page 14 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLING THE SHOULDER HARNESS While standing in the operating position, adjust the length to fit the operator's size. Pull the tab to lengthen, pull the strap to shorten. Fig. 5...
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Page 15: Operating Instructions
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS POWER CORD Use a minimum 25 ft (7.6 m) long, 16 AWG outdoor electrical cord when using this unit. Other sizes include: MINIMUM WIRE SIZE FOR EXTENSION CORDS FOR 120 VOLT APPLIANCES USING 0-12 AMPS* Cord length 25' (7.6 m) 50' (15 m) 100' (30 m) 150' (45 m) Wire size (A WG)* WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized... - Page 16 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CONNECTING THE POWER CORD (See Figure 6.) 1. Secure the extension cord to the motor housing using the notch at rear of blower. This prevents accidental removal of the electrical cord. 2. Plug the female end of the electrical cord into the receptacle at the back of the unit. Fig.
- Page 17 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS STARTING/STOPPING THE BLOWER/MULCHER (See Figure 6-7.) This unit is equipped with a three-way (OFF/ LOW/ HIGH) switch • Slide the switch forward for ON. • Slide the switch forward to the first position for LOW speeds up to 150 MPH (241Kph).
- Page 18 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS HOLDING THE BLOWER/MULCHER Before operating the unit, stand in the operating position. Check for the following: • Operator is wearing proper clothing, such as boots, safety glasses or goggles, ear/hearing protection, gloves, long pants and a long-sleeved shirt. WARNING To avoid serious personal injury, wear goggles or safety glasses at all times when operating this unit.
- Page 19 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING TIPS • The bag is installed and zipped closed (when used as a mulcher). • Be sure the bag is zipped closed before operating the unit. • Ensure that the unit is not directed at anybody or any loose debris before starting the unit. •...
- Page 20 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AIR VENTS Never cover air vents. Keep them free of obstructions and debris. They must always remain clear for proper motor cooling. WARNING To avoid serious personal injury, do not wear loose-fitting clothing or articles such as scarves, strings,chains, ties, etc., that could get drawn into the air vents.
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Page 21: Maintenance And Repair Instructions
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS SERVICING DOUBLE-INSULATED UNITS This unit is double insulated. In a double-insulated unit, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. There is no grounding provided, and no means of grounding should be added to this unit. Extreme care and knowledge of the system is required when servicing a double-insulated unit. -
Page 22: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING UNIT WILL NOT BLOW OR MULCH PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION Bag full Empty bag. Blocked tube Clear the blockage as described on page 20. Blocked impeller Clear the blockage as described on page 20. Dirty bag Clean the bag. Torn bag Replace the bag. -
Page 23: Warranty
WARRANTY For TWO YEARS from the date of purchase within Canada, YARDWORKS ® CANADA will, at its option, repair or replace for the original purchaser, free or charge, any part or parts found to be defective in material or workmanship. This warranty does not cover: 1. -
Page 24: Parts List
PARTS LIST... - Page 25 PARTS LIST ITEM # PART NO. DESCRIPTION 34104142 BLOWER TUBE - 3874 31 109142-1 12 A MOTOR ASSY. - 3874 3220735 SCREW 34103142-1 34110142-1 SWITCH BUTTON 34102142-1 RIGHT HOUSING 3220313 SCREW 3410801 CORD RETAINER 3420102 STRAIN RELIEF 3650339 B TERMINAL 3640127 POWER CORD 34111142...