2. Keep feet apart and firmly planted.
3. Hold the handle firmly with either hand.
Use the blower for leaves, grass, small twigs and bits of paper. Sweep from side to side with the nozzle 50 cm above
the ground or floor. Slowly advance the unit, keeping the accumulated pile of debris in front of you. Most dry blowing
operations are better suited to low speeds, rather than high. High speed blowing is a better way to move heavier items
like large debris or gravel.
tips for best results
• To reduce noise levels, operate the unit at the lowest speed needed to do the job.
• Use rakes or brooms to loosen debris before operation.
• Use the cruise control to make continuous operation easier.
• Conserve water by using the blower instead of a hose to perform many outdoor cleaning actions.
• In dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces.
• Watch out for children, pets, open windows and freshly washed cars. Blow debris safely away. Never direct the unit toward
anyone while the unit is in operation.
To prevent serious injury, never perform maintenance or repairs while the unit is running. Always allow the unit
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to cool before servicing or repairing the unit. Disconnect the spark plug wire to prevent the unit from starting
accidentally.
maintenance Schedule
Perform these required maintenance procedures at the frequency stated in the table. These procedures should also be a part
of any seasonal tune-up.
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Some maintenance procedures may require special tools or skills. If you are unsure about these procedures, take
the unit to authorized service dealer.
ITEM
Screws, Nuts and Bolts
Fuel Hoses
Fuel Filter
Air Filter
Spark Plug
Cooling System
maintaining the air Filter
Failure to maintain the air filter can result in poor performance or can cause permanent damage to the engine. Engine failure
due to improper air filter maintenance is not covered by the product warranty.
cleaning the air Filter
1. Open the air filter cover (4): press in the lock tab (2) and swing the air filter cover to the right (Fig. 12, Pag. 08).
2. Remove the air filter (3) from inside the air filter cover (1), (Fig. 12, Pag. 08).
3. Wash the air filter in detergent and water. Rinse the air filter thoroughly and allow it to dry.
4. Deposit a few drops of SAE 30 oil clean.
5. Tighten the air filter to spread the oil.
6. Reinstall the air filter inside the air filter cover (1), (Fig. 12, Pag. 08).
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Operating the unit without the air filter and air filter cover will VOID the warranty. Close the protective cover:
rotate the cover left and precione until the latch clicks.
cleaning
Use a small brush to clean off the outside of the unit. Do not use strong detergents. Household cleaners that
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MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
Inspect/Tighten
Inspect
Inspect/Replace
Clean/Replace
Inspect/Clean/Check-Adjust/Replace
Inspect/Clean
bEfoRE EACh uSE
fREQuENCY (25 h)
X
X
X
X
X
X