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OPERATING POSITION
Blower
Eye
Protection
Vacuum
OPERATING TIPS
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While vacuuming or blowing debris, hold
the unit with the muffler side facing away
from your body and clothes (see OPERAT-
ING POSITION illustration above).
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To reduce the risk of hearing loss
associated with sound level(s), hearing
protection is required.
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To redu ce the risk of injury associated with
contacting rotating parts, stop the engine be-
for e ins talling or re m oving attac hments. Do
not operate without guard(s) in place.
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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 .
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To reduce noise levels, limit the number of
pieces of equipment used at any one time.
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To reduce noise levels, operate power
blowers at the lowest possible throttle
speed to do the job.
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Use rakes andbrooms toloosen debris be-
fore blowing.
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In dusty conditions, slightly dampen sur-
faces or use a mister attachment whenwa-
ter is available.
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Con serve water by using powe r blo wer s
instead of hoses for many lawn and garden
applications, including areas such as gutters,
screens, patios, g rills, porch es, and garde ns.
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Watchout forchildren, pets, openwindows,
or freshly washed cars. Blow debris away
safely.
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Use the full blower nozzle extension so the
air stream can work close to the ground.
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After using blowers and other equipment,
CLEAN UP! Dispose of debris in trash re-
ceptacles.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
W ARNING:
Be sure to read the fuel
information in the safety rules before you be-
gin. If you do not understand the safety rules,
do not attempt to fuel your unit. Call
1-800-554-6723.
FUELING ENGINE
W ARNING:
Remove fuel cap slowly
when refueling.
This engine is certified to operate on
unleaded gasoline. Before operation,
gasoline must be mixed with a good quality
synthetic 2-cycle air-cooled engine oil
designedtobe mixed ata ratioof 40:1.Poulan
PRO
!
brand synthetic oil is recommended.
Mix gasoline and oil at a ratio of 40:1. A 40:1
ratio is obtained by mixing 3.2 ounces (9 5 ml)
of oil wit h 1 ga llon (4 liters ) of unleaded
gasoline. DO NOT USE automotive oil or
boatoil. Theseoils will cause enginedamage.
When mixing fuel, follow instructions printed
on container. Once oil is added to gasoline,
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.
IMPORTANT
Experience indicates that alcohol blended
fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or
methanol) can attract moisture which leads to
separation and formation of acids during
storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel
system of an enginewhile instorage. Toavoid
engine problems, empty the fuel system
beforestoragefor 30days orlonger. Drainthe
gastank,start theengine andlet it rununtil the
fuel lines and carburetorareempty.Usefresh
fuel next season. Never use engine or
carburetor cleaner products in thefuel tank or
permanent damage may occur.
NOTE:
Unit must be placed on its side when
a ddin g fuel (see illustrat ion below) .
TO STOP THE ENGINE
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To stop the engine, move the throttle lever
to the ST OP position.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
W ARNING:
YouMUSTmakesure
the tubes are secure before using the unit.
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Fuel engine. Move at least 10 feet (3 me-
ters) away from the fueling site.
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Hold the unit in the starting position as
shown. Make sure the blower end is di-
rected away from people, animals, glass,
and solid objects.
