,_k WARNING:
Disconnect
power
source before performing
maintenance.
GENERAL
RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this unit does not cover
items that have been subjected to opera-
tor abuse or negligence.
To receive full
value from the warranty, the operator must
maintain unit as instructed in this manual.
Various adjustments will need to be made
periodically to properly maintain your unit.
BEFORE
EACH
USE
CHECK
FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS
AND PARTS
• Inlet Cover
• Blower Tube
• Vacuum Tubes
• Collection Bag
CHECK
FOR DAMAGED
OR
WORN
PARTS
Contact your authorized
service dealer
for replacement
of damaged
or worn
parts.
• ON/OFF Switch - Ensure switch func-
tions propedy by moving the switch to
the OFF position.
Make
sure
motor
stops; then restart motor and continue.
• Inlet Cover - Discontinue
use of unit if
inlet cover fails to latch properly or if it is
damaged
in any way.
AFTER
EACH
USE
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT & LABELS
Stop unit and unplug extension
cord.
• After each use, inspect complete
unit
for loose or damaged
parts. Clean the
unit using a damp cloth with a mild de-
tergent.
• Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
CLEAN
COLLECTION
BAG
IMPORTANT:
THE COLLECTION
BAG
MUST BE PROPERLY
EMPTIED.
• You must properly empty and maintain
the collection bag to avoid deterioration
and obstruction
of air flow.
• Remove the collection bag from the unit
and empty after each use. Do net store
bag without emptying the bag of all con-
tents (grass, leaves, etc.).
• Wash the bag once a year. Remove the
bag from the blower and turn the bag in-
side out. Wash the bag with a water
hose. Allow the bag to hang and dry
completely
before you reuse the bag.
HOW TO REMOVE AN OBJECT
FROM THE AIR INTAKE
4_WARNING:
Stop the unit and dis-
connect
from the power source before
opening the inlet cover. The motor must
be stopped and the impeller
blades no
longer
turning
to avoid serious
injury
from the rotating blades.
1. While
holding
the inlet cover open,
remove the vacuum tubes. The inlet
cover must be held open through all
remaining
steps.
2. Carefully
reach
into
the vacuum
opening
and clear out the air intake
area.
Clear all debris from impeller.
3. Inspect
the impeller
for cracks.
If
cracked
or damaged,
do not use the
unit. Have parts replaced by your au-
thorized
service
dealer.
Do not at-
tempt to replace them yourself.
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