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MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Disconnect power
source before performing maintenance.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on t his unit does not cover
items that have been subjected to opera-
tor abuse or negligence. To recei ve ful l
value from the warranty, the operator must
maintain unit as instructed in this manual.
Various adjustment s will need to be made
periodically to properly maintain your unit.
BEFORE EACH USE
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PART S
S Inlet Cover
S Blower Tub e
S Vacuum Tubes
S Collection Bag
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact your authorized s ervice dealer
for replacement of damaged or worn
parts.
S ON/OFF Switch -- Ensure switch functions
properly by moving the swit ch to the
OFF
position. Make sure motor stops; then re-
start motor an d continue.
S Inlet Cover -- Discontinue use of unit if in-
let cover fails to latch properly or if it is
damaged in a ny way.
AFTER EACH USE
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT & LABELS
Stop unit and unplug extension cord.
S After each use, inspect complete unit
for loose or damaged parts. Clean the
unit using a damp cloth.
S Wipe off unit with a clean dry clot h.
CLEANCOLLECTIONBAG
IMPORTANT:
THE COLLECTION BAG
MUST BE PROPERLY EMPTIED.
D You must properly empty and maintain
the collection bag to avoid deterioration
and obstruction of air flow .
D Remove the co llection bag from the unit
and empty after e ach use. Do not store
bag without emptying the bag of all con-
tents (gras s, leaves , etc.).
D Wash the bag once a year. Remove the
bag from th e 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 re use the bag.
SERV ICE
HOW TO REMOVE AN OBJECT
FROM THE AIR INTAKE
WARNING: Stop the unit and dis-
connect from the power s ource before
opening the inlet cover. The motor must
be s topped and the impeller blades no
longer turning to av oid serious injury
from the rotating blades.
1. While holdin g the inlet cover open,
remove the vacuum tubes. T he 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 c racks. If
cracked or damaged, do not use the
unit. Have parts replaced by y our au-
thorized serv ice dealer. Do not at-
tempt to replace them yourself.
STORAGE
WARNING: Perform the following
steps after each use:
S Stop unit and disconnect from the power
source.
S Allow motor to cool before storing or
transport ing.
S Store unit with all guards in place. Posi-
tion unit so that any sharp object cannot
accidentally ca use injury.
S Store unit unplu gged, well out of the
reach of children.
SEASONAL S TORAGE
Prepare unit for storage at the end of
the season or if it will not be used for
30 days or more.
If your blower is to be stored for a period
of time:
S Stop unit and disconnect from the power
source.
S Clean the entire unit before lengthy stor-
age.
S Open inlet cover and clean any dirt,
grass, or debris that has collected. In-
spect the blower and all tubes. Close and
make sure the cover is latched.
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