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.
• Do not operate in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while traveling in reverse. • Be aware of the blower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the blower without deflectors in place.
The operator could lose footing or balance or blower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in. • Do not operate on slopes with wet grass. Reduced footing or traction could cause sliding.
unit assembly Note: Please refer to Parts List for correct part identification and placement. FRONT WHEEL ASSEMBLY • Attach left and right caster brackets to caster wheel using 3/8-18 x 2-1/4 bolt and lock nut. Insert bolt through hole in bracket. Place caster wheel onto bolt Place other caster bracket onto bolt.
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 –...
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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.
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For operator ease and maneuverability, push down on the upper handle while walking so that the machine balances on the rear wheels. • When blowing dry debris, set blower discharge to lower rate; when blowing wet or frozen debris, increase discharge rate. FRONT...
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LUBRICATION: • The pneumatic tires on your blower contain bearings that should be lubricated on a weekly basis using a high-performance, automotive quality grease to ensure long life and minimal wear. Check all adjustments periodically.
maintenance (cont.) BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS, STOP ENGINE AND DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE TO PREVENT INADVERTENT STARTING OF UNIT. TROUBLESHOOTING: • UNIT WILL NOT START: • Check fuel and oil levels. • Check to make sure choke is set when engine is cold, off when hot. •...
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