Maintenance; General Maintenance - Homelite VAC ATTACK II UT08934D Operator's Manual

n Hold the engine higher than the inlet end of the vacuum
tube.
n Always point vacuum tube downhill when working on a
hillside.
n To avoid injury to the operator or unit, do not pick up
rocks, broken glass, 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 vacuum tubes.
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical Homelite replacement
parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause
product damage.
WARNING:
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust.
If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic which may result in serious personal
injury.
OPERATION

MAINTENANCE

REPLACING AND CLEANING THE AIR FILTER
See Figure 13.
For proper performance and long life, keep air filter clean.
n Push down on the latch of the air filter cover; carefully
pull the top of the air filter cover so it pivots away from
the base.
n Remove the air filter and clean it in warm soapy water.
Rinse and let dry completely. For best performance, re-
place the air filter annually.
n Reinstall the air filter into the air filter base.
n Pivot the cover back in place. Push the latch back into
the slot and ensure the cover is locked in place.
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BASE
AIR FILTER
LATCH
AIR FILTER
COVER
Fig. 12
Fig. 13