Operation - Husqvarna GBV 345 Operator's Manual

3. Close the vacuum inlet cover and make
sure it is latched closed.
4. Reinstall the blower tubes (see BLOWER
TUBE ASSEMBLY).
SHOULDER STRAP ADJUSTMENT
WARNING:
While vacuuming debris,
hold the unit with the muffler side facing away
from your body and clothes (see OPERAT-
ING POSITION).
2. Pass the shoulder strap over your head
and onto your left shoulder.
3. Extend your right arm toward the rear of
the vacuum bag.
4. Adjust shoulder strap until the vacuum
bag/shoulder strap seam lies between
your thumb and index finger.
5. Make sure air flows freely from the elbow
tube into bag. If bag is kinked, the unit will
not operate properly.
OPERATING POSITION
Hearing Protection
Eye
Protection
Blower
OPERATING TIPS
WARNING:
blowing debris, hold the unit with the muffler
side facing away from your body and clothes
(see OPERATING POSITION).
S To reduce the risk of hearing loss
associated with sound level(s), hearing
protection is required.
S To reduce the risk of injury associated with
contacting rotating parts, stop the engine be-
fore installing or removing attachments. Do
not operate without guard(s) in place.
S Operate power equipment only at reasonable
hours- -not early in the morning or late at night
when people might be disturbed. Comply with
times listed in local ordinances. Usual recom-
mendations are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.,
Monday though Saturday.
S To reduce noise levels, limit the number of
pieces of equipment used at any one time.

OPERATION

Hearing Protection
Vacuum
While vacuuming or
S To reduce noise levels, operate power
blowers at the lowest possible throttle
speed to do the job.
S Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris be-
fore blowing.
S In dusty conditions, slightly dampen sur-
faces or use a mister attachment when wa-
ter is available.
S Conserve water by using power blowers
instead of hoses for many lawn and garden
applications, including areas such as gutters,
screens, patios, grills, porches, and gardens.
S Watch out for children, pets, open windows,
or freshly washed cars. Blow debris away
safely.
S Use the full blower nozzle extension so the
air stream can work close to the ground.
S After using blowers and other equipment,
CLEAN UP! Dispose of debris in trash re-
ceptacles.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
WARNING:
information in the safety rules before you
begin. If you do not understand the safety
rules, do not attempt to fuel your unit. Contact
an authorized service dealer.
FUELING ENGINE
WARNING:
when refueling.
This engine is certified to operate on
unleaded petrol. Before operation, petrol must
be mixed with a good quality 2- -cycle air- -cooled
engine oil designed to be mixed at a ratio of
40:1. A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing 5 liters of
unleaded petrol with 0,125 liter of oil. DO NOT
USE automotive oil or marine oil. These oils will
cause engine damage. When mixing fuel, follow
instructions printed on oil container. Once oil is
added to petrol, shake container momentarily to
assure that the fuel is thoroughly mixed. Always
read and follow the safety rules relating to fuel
before fueling your unit.
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Be sure to read the fuel
Remove fuel cap slowly