preliminaries Congratulations! You have just purchased one of the finest pieces of outdoor power equipment on the market today. If properly cared for, your new blower will provide years of dependable service. Please read and follow this instruction manual carefully in order to get the most out of your new equipment. Each product leaves our factory in excellent condition;...
safety rules regarding outdoor power equipment IMPORTANT! READ CAREFULLY THE FOLLOWING SAFETY RULES BEFORE ASSEMBLING OR OPERATING UNIT. • Operate only in the daylight or with good artificial TRAINING light, keeping away from holes and hidden hazards. • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the •...
safety rules regarding outdoor power equipment (cont.) • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain • Always follow the engine manual instructions for could overturn the unit. Tall grass can hide storage preparations before storing the unit for both obstacles.
unit assembly Note: Please refer to Parts List for correct part identification and placement. FRONT WHEEL ASSEMBLY • Place Mounting Bracket against lower right corner of Blower Housing, aligning holes in bracket with threaded studs in housing. Secure with three 3/8-16 hex nuts, split lock washers and flat washers.
unit operation STARTING THE ENGINE IMPORTANT NOTE: The procedures outlined within this section are general guidelines, and are in no way meant to replace or supercede engine manufacturer’s operating instructions. In order to obtain optimum performance from your engine, refer to your engine manual. WARNING! IMPELLER IS MOUNTED DIRECTLY TO ENGINE SHAFT –...
unit operation (cont.) TO START ENGINE: • Move choke control located on engine to the CHOKED closed “ON” position to start a cold engine. (Briggs engine shown – design and location may vary with engine. Refer to engine manual.) • Move engine speed control located on upper handle to the fast “Rabbit”...
unit operation (cont.) BLOWER OPERATION DANGER! DO NOT PASS BY OR STAND ON THE AIR DISCHARGE SIDE OF ANY LEAF BLOWER WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING. HIGH VELOCITY DISCHARGE CAN EASILY TURN HARMLESS DEBRIS INTO FLYING PROJECTILES. DANGER! NEVER INSERT ANY BODY PART OR FOREIGN OBJECT INTO ANY OPENING WHILE UNIT IS RUNNING.
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unit operation (cont.) BLOWER OPERATION (cont.) TO BLOW DEBRIS OUT TOWARD FRONT OF UNIT: (all models except 13KH) • Open the forward air deflector door, mounted on the front of the discharge end of the blower, by pushing the control lever to the front of the machine.
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maintenance GENERAL: • Follow implicitly the engine manufacturer’s recommendations for maintenance. • Always keep your machine clean - especially the engine. Check all adjustments periodically. Also, periodically check that all fasteners are secure. • Never make any adjustments to the unit until the engine is off and the spark plug wire is disconnected. •...
maintenance (cont.) TROUBLESHOOTING: • UNIT WILL NOT START: • Check fuel and oil levels. • Check to make sure choke is set when engine is cold, off when hot. • Check throttle for proper operation. • Check intake baffle for jammed debris or accumulation of debris. •...
90° points of tire, then retightening bolts. alternate method is to place a level against the side of the caster bracket. 0° REPLACEMENT PARTS: • Replacement parts are available through your Giant-Vac dealer.
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This warranty does not apply to engines, tires or other items that are purchased by Giant-Vac and warranted by the manufacturer of such items. Items such as bags, grass catchers, hoses and blades are not warranted, as these are considered expendable items.
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