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5. Holding inlet cover open, slide upper tube into the air intake opening untiIthe latch on the locking ring snaps into place. Figure 4. 6. Install the screw in the screw tab on the vacuum tube. Figure 4. Tighten securely. 7. Fit the opening of the bag over the blower outlet. Make sure the vac bag strap is located completely ,.................. ................................ ????_,.. It ii i ,, , Blower Tube Blower Outlet Btower Tube Figure 1 ]ll]]lllllllllllllIIIllIIII I II II II Illllllll II II III I ]]IU Locking Latch Screw Blower Housing Neck Area Blower Outlet Collar Figure 3 Air Intake Locking Latch % Screw Inlet Figure 4 over the blower outlet collar and is in the neck area between the blower outlet collar and the blower TIGHTEN STRAP AND SECURE J housing. Figures 3 and 5. Pull the strap tightlythrough the "D' ringand secure with the veIcro tabs. Figure 5 Figure 5. -6 D. SHOULDER STRAP ADJUSTMENT 1. With your left hand hold the unit in an upright position, supporting the Lower Vacuum Tube on the ground. Make sure the Blower Outlet and Collection Bag are positioned on your fight-hand side. Figure 6. 2. Place the Collection Bag Strap over your left shoulder. Figure 6. 3. A_ust the Shoulder Strap to allow a free flow of air from the blower outlet. Figure 6. If the Bag is kinked, the unit will not operate properly. E. BLOWER CONVERSION 1. Stop unit. 2. Remove the Vacuum Tubes and Collection Bag. 3. Secure the Vacuum Inlet Cover. Make sure that the Latch on the Vacuum Inlet Cover is securely fastened and the screw is reinstalled. , Reinstall the blower tubes as shown in the "Blower Tube Assembly', section. .......................... ,// /111,i llllluHl,,i USING YOUR [FNIT ,, ,,,, ,, ,, ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, i A. OPERATOR SAFETY A WARNING " Do not assemble or disassemble the vacuum tube while the unit is running. Inserting or removing the vacuum tube while the unit is running can result in serious injury. Always stop the unit and dis connect the power source before unclogging the unit or performing any maintenance on the collection bag. ! As a blower, the unit is designed to blow debris, grass, straw, leaves, or small twigs. Never use for spreading or misting chemicals, fertilizers, or any other materials which may contain toxic substances. As a vacuum, the unit is designed to pick up dry material such as leaves, grass, small twigs, and bits of paper. Do not attempt to vacuum stones, gravel, metal, broken glass, or any other debris which may cause damage to the impeller. Do not attempt to vacuum snow, water, or any other liquids to avoid the possibility of electrical shock. Vacuuming water or other liquids will cause damage to the unit and possible electrical shock. Avoid situations that could catch the collection bag on fire. Do not operate near an open flame. Do not vacuum discarded cigars or cigarettes or ash from fireplaces, barbecue pits, brush piles, etc. 1. Read your Operator's Manual. Make sure you completely understand and can follow all warnings and safety instructions in the manual before operating the unit. 2. Always wear eye protection to prevent rocks or debris from being blown or ricocheting into eyes and face which can result in blindness or other serious injury. 3. Always wear a respirator or facemask when working in dusty environments. 4. Dress safely in longpants. Do not go barefoot or wear sandals, short pants, loose clothing, or jewelry. 5. Check the unit before each operation. Look for worn, loose, missing, or damaged parts. Do not use the unit until it is in proper working order. 6. Inspect area before operating unit. Remove all debris and objects such as rocks, glass, wire, large sticks, etc that can cause damage during operation. Shoulder Strap Left Shoulder Free Flow Of Air No Kinks in Bag Blower Outlet And Collection Bag On PJght- Hand Side ...................... , Figure , ,,,,, ,,,,,,,, 6 , , BLOWER VACUUM OPERATION OPERATION Figure 7 7. Keep children, bystanders, and animals safe15 away. Before starting the unit and during operauon, make certain children, people, and animals are a minimum of 30 feet away from the work area. 8. Check air intake opening, blower tubes, and vacuum tubes frequentl_ always with the motor stopped and the power source disconnected. Keep vents and discharge tubes free ofdebris which can accumulate and restrict proper air flow. 9. Use the correct operating position. Figure 7. Do not overreach or use from unstable surfaces such as ladders, trees, steep slopes_ roof tops, etc. Keep firm footing and balance at all times. 10. Never place objects inside the blower tubes; always direct blowing debris awa 7 from people, animals, glass, and solidobjects such as trees, automobiles, walls, etc. The force ofair can cause rocks, dirt, or sticks to be thrown or to ricochet which may hurt people or animals, break glass, or cause other damlI._ ver run the unit without the proper equip- merit attached. When usingyour unit as a blower, always install blower tubes. W...
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