MAINTAIN
YOUR
UNIT
PROPERLY
• Have all maintenance
other than the rec-
ommended
procedures
described
in the in-
struction
manual
performed
by an autho-
rized service dealer.
• Disconnect
spark
plug
before
performing
maintenance
except
for carburetor
adjust-
ments.
• Use
only
recommended
WEED
EATER
replacement
parts; use of any other parts
may void your warranty
and cause damage
to your unit.
• Empty fuet tank before storing the unit. Use
up fuel left in carburetor by starting engine and
letting it run until it stops.
• Do not use any accessory
or attachment
other than those recommended
by manufac-
turer for use with your unit.
• Do not store the unit or fuel in a closed area
where fuel vapors can reach sparks
or an
open flame from hot water heaters, electric
motors or switches,
furnaces,
etc.
• Store in a dry area out of reach of children.
SPECIAL
NOTICE:
Exposure
to vibra-
tions through
prolonged
use of gasoline
pow-
ered hand tools could cause blood vessel or
nerve
damage
in the fingers,
hands,
and
joints of people prone to circulation
disorders
or abnormal
swelling.
Prolonged
use in cold
weather has been linked to blood vessel dam-
age in otherwise
healthy people. If symptoms
occur
such
as
numbness,
pain,
loss
of
_WARNING:
This unit is intended
for
strength,
change
in skin color or texture,
or
loss of feeling
in the fingers,
hands, or joints,
discontinue
the use of this
tool and seek
medical
attention.
An antivibration
system
does not guarantee
the avoidance
of these
problems.
Users who operate power tools on
a continual
and regular
basis must monitor
closely their physical
condition and the condi-
tion of this toot.
SPECIAL
NOTICE:
For users on U.S. For-
est Land and in some states,
including
Cali-
fornia
(Public
Resources
Codes
4442
and
4443), Idaho, Maine, Minnesota,
New Jersey,
Oregon,
and Washington:
Certain
internal
combustion
engines
operated
on
forest,
brush, and/or grass covered land in the above
areas
are
required
to be equipped
with
a
spark
arresting
screen,
maintained
in effec-
tive working
order, orthe
engine must be con-
structed,
equipped,
and maintained
for the
prevention
of fire. Check with your state or lo-
cal authorities
for regulations
pertaining
to
these
requirements.
Failure
to follow
these
requirements
is a violation of the law. This unit
is not factory equipped
with a spark arresting
screen;
however,
a spark arresting
screen
is
available
as an optional part. If a spark arrest-
ing screen
is required
in your area, contact
your authorized
service dealer for the correct
kit. The spark arresting screen,
blower tubes,
and nozzles must be assembled
to unit to be
in full compliance
with regulations.
blower
use only. Do not attempt to open inlet
cover. Opened or damaged inlet cover can re-
sult in serious injury. Discontinue
use of blow-
er immediately
if inlet cover becomes
opened
or damaged.
Take unit to your nearest autho-
rized service
dealer for repair.
_i_WARNING:
If you receive
your unit
assembled,
check
each step to insure your
unit is properly
assembled
and all fasteners
are secure.
Follow all safety information
in
the manual
and on the unit.
BLOWER
TUBE
ASSEMBLY
1. Align the rib on the blower
tube with the
groove
in the blower
outlet; slide the tube
into place.
NOTE:
Knob must be loose enough to allow
btower tube to be inserted
in Mower outlet.
Loosen knob by turning counterclockwise.
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Blower
S!_/_ _X.'L_.'_
Outlet
Blower
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/
Tube
Groove_
_
Rib
2. Secure the tube by turning the knob clock-
wise.
3. To remove the tube, turn the knob counter-
clockwise
to loosen the tube; remove the
tube.
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