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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
MANUEL D’UTILISATION
MANUAL DEL OPERADOR
26cc BLOWER/VACUUM
SOUFFLANTE /ASPIRATEUR
DE 26 cc
SOPLADORA /ASPIRADORA
DE 26 cc
UT26BVL3/UT26BVL3EMC
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NOTICE AVIS AVISO
Do not use E15 or E85 fuel in this product. It is a violation of federal law and will damage
the unit and void your warranty. Only use unleaded gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol.
Ne pas utiliser d’essence E15 ou E85 dans ce produit. Une telle utilisation représente une
violation de la loi fédérale et endommagera l’appareil et annulera la garantie. Utiliser seulement de l’essence sans plomb ne
contenant pas plus de 10 % d’éthanol.
No utilice combustibles E15 o E85 con este producto. Esto constituye una violación a la ley federal, dañará la unidad y anulará
la garantía. Utilice únicamente gasolina sin plomo que contiene hasta 10% de etanol.
WARNING: To reduce the
risk of injury, the user must read and
understand the operator’s manual before
using this product.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
General Safety Rules ...........................2
Specific Safety Rules ...........................3
Symbols ...............................................4
Features ...............................................5
Assembly ..........................................5-6
Operation ..........................................7-9
Maintenance .................................10-11
Troubleshooting .................................12
Parts Ordering/Service ......... Back Page
AVERTISSEMENT : Pour
réduire les risques de blessures,
l’utilisateur doit lire et veiller à bien
comprendre le manuel d’utilisation avant
d’employer ce produit.
TABLE DES MATIÈRES
Règles de sécurité générales ...............2
Règles de sécurité particulières ...........3
Symboles .............................................4
Caractéristiques ................................... 5
Assemblage ......................................5-6
Utilisation ..........................................6-9
Entretien ........................................10-11
Dépannage .........................................12
Commande de pièces /
réparation ........................... Páge arrière
ADVERTENCIA: Para reducir
el riesgo de lesiones, el usuario debe leer
y comprender el manual del operador
antes de usar este producto.
ÍNDICE DE CONTENIDO
Reglas de seguridad generales ...........2
Reglas de seguridad específicas ......... 3
Símbolos ..............................................4
Características .....................................5
Armado .............................................5-6
Funcionamiento ................................7-9
Mantenimiento ..............................10-11
Corrección de problemas ..................12
Pedidos de piezas/
servicio ............................ Pág. posterior
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE
GUARDE ESTE MANUAL
PARA FUTURAS CONSULTAS
GUARDE ESTE MANUAL
PARA FUTURAS CONSULTAS
i
See this fold-out section for all of the figures
referenced in the operator’s manual.
Consulter l’encart à volets afin
d’examiner toutes les figures mentionnées
dans le manuel d’utilisation.
Consulte esta sección desplegable para
ver todas las figuras a las que se hace referencia
en el manual del operador.
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Fig. 1
A - Lower vacuum tube (tube d’aspiration inférieur, tubo inferior de la
aspiradora)
B - Shoulder strap (bandoulière, correa para el hombro)
C - Cruise control lever/throttle lock (levier de régulateur de vitesse /
verrouillage d’accélération, palanca de control de crucero/seguro del
acelerador)
D - Upper vacuum tube (tube d’aspiration supérieur, tubo superior de la
aspiradora)
E - Vacuum tube screw (vis de tube d’aspiration, tornillo de tubo de la
aspiradora)
F - Vacuum bag (sac à débris, saco de la aspiradora)
G - Throttle trigger (gâchette d’accélérateur, gatillo del acelerador)
H - Stop switch (commutateur d’arrêt, interruptor del apagado)
I - Vacuum handle (poignée d’aspirateur, mango de la aspiradora )
J - Fuel cap (bouchon du réservoir, tapa del tanque de combustible)
K - Starter grip and rope (poignée du lanceur et corde, mango del
arrancador y cuerda)
L - Primer bulb (poire d’amorçage, bomba de cebado)
M - Choke lever (levier de volet de départ, palanca del anegador)
N - Upper handle (poignée supérieure, mango superior)
O - Vacuum bag adaptor (adaptateur de sac à débris, adaptador del
saco de la aspiradora)
P - Muffler (silencieux, silenciador)
Q - Raised slot (fente en saillie, ranura realzada)
R - Upper blower tube (tube supérieur de soufflante, tubo superior de
la sopladora)
S - Sweeper nozzle (embout éventail, boquilla para barrer)
T - High velocity nozzle (embout haute vélocité, boquilla de alta
velocidad opcional)
A
B
F
D
E
C
G
O
Q
N
L
J
K
H
I
P
M
R
S
T
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A
Fig. 3
Fig. 2
Fig. 4
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
Fig. 5
A - Upper blower tube (tube de soufflante
supérieur, tubo superior de la sopladora)
B - Sweeper nozzle (embout éventail, boquilla
para barrer)
C - High velocity nozzle (embout haute vélocité,
boquilla de alta velocidad)
A - Sweeper nozzle (embout éventail, boquilla
para barrer)
B - Upper blower tube (tube de soufflante
supérieur, tubo superior de la sopladora)
C - Blower housing outlet (sortie du logement
de la soufflante, salida del armazón de la
sopladora)
D - High velocity nozzle (embout haute vélocité,
boquilla de alta velocidad)
A - Adaptor installed in vacuum bag (adaptateur
installé dans le sac à débris, adaptador
instalado en el saco de la aspiradora)
B - Raised locking tab (languette de verrouillage
en saillie, orejeta realzada de aseguramiento)
C - Raised slot (fente en saillie, ranura realzada)
A - Vacuum bag assembly (ensemble de sac à
débris, conjunto del saco de la aspiradora)
B - Vacuum inlet door (volet d’entrée d’air,
puerta de la entrada de la aspiradora)
C - Door tab (languette du volet, orejeta de la
puerta)
D - Tab (languette, orejeta)
A - Vacuum bag adaptor (adaptateur de sac à
débris, adaptador del saco de la aspiradora)
B - Vacuum bag (sac à débris, saco de la
aspiradora)
A
D
A
B
B
C
B
C
A
A - Flat head screwdriver (tournevis à lame
plate, destornillador de punta plana)
A
B
C
C
A
B
D
Fig. 8
Fig. 9
A - Vacuum tube assembly (ensemble de tubes
d’aspiration, conjunto de los tubos de la
aspiradora)
B - Vacuum inlet door (volet d’entrée d’air,
puerta de la entrada de la aspiradora)
C - Screw (vis, tornillo)
D - Vacuum opening (ouverture d’aspiration,
abertura de aspiración)
E - Screw mount (trous de vis, agujeros de
tornillos)
A - Stop switch (commutateur d’arrêt,
interruptor del apagado)
B - Throttle trigger (gâchette d’accélérateur,
gatillo del acelerador)
C - Cruise control lever/throttle lock (levier
de régulateur de vitesse / verrouillage
d’accélération, palanca de control de
crucero/seguro del acelerador)
D - Primer bulb (poire d’amorçage, bomba de
cebado)
E - Starter grip and rope (poignée du lanceur et
corde, mango del arrancador y cuerda)
A
B
C
A
C
E
D
B
D
E
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Fig. 10
Fig. 13
Fig. 14
Fig. 15
Fig. 11
Fig. 12
A - Sweeper nozzle (embout éventail, boquilla
para barrer)
B - High velocity nozzle (embout haute vélocité,
boquilla de alta velocidad)
A - Turn the dial to open and close (tourner
le cadran pour ouvrir et fermeture, gire el
selector para abrirla y cerrar )
B - Air filter cover (couvercle du filtre à air, tapa
de la cámara de ventilación)
A - Air filter cover (couvercle du filtre à air,
cámara del filtro de aire)
B - Air filter (filtre à air, filtro de aire)
A - Cruise control lever (levier de régulateur de
vitesse, palanca de control de crucero)
B - Throttle trigger (gâchette d’accélérateur,
gatillo del acelerador)
PROPER BLOWER OPERATING POSITION
POSITION D’UTILISATION ADÉQUATE
DE LA SOUFFLANTE
POSICIÓN DE FUNCIONAMIENTO
CORRECTA DE LA SOPLADORA
PROPER VACUUM
OPERATING POSITION
POSITION D’UTILISATION ADÉQUATE
DE L’ASPIRATEUR
POSICIÓN DE FUNCIONAMIENTO
CORRECTA DE LA ASPIRADORA
A
A
B
A
A
B
B
A - Keep muffler away from the body (garder les
mains à l’écart des silencieux, mantenga el
silenciador alejado del cuerpo)
A
B
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WARNING:
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Fail-
ure to follow all instructions listed below may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use this
unit.
Do not start or operate the engine in a confined space,
building, near open windows, or in other unventilated
space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can
collect. Carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless, and
extremely dangerous gas, can cause unconsciousness
or death.
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1 along with hearing protection.
Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into
your eyes and other possible serious injuries.
Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50 ft.
away.
Wear heavy long pants, long sleeves, boots, and gloves.
Do not wear loose fitting clothing, short pants, sandals,
jewelry of any kind, or go barefoot.
To reduce the risk of injury associated with objects being
drawn into rotating parts, do not wear loose clothing,
scarves, neck chains, and the like.
Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent
entanglement in any rotating parts.
Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, upset, or
under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
Do not operate in poor lighting.
Keep all parts of your body away from any moving parts
and all hot surfaces of the unit.
Wear a face filter mask in dusty conditions to reduce the
risk of injury associated with the inhalation of dust.
Check the work area before each use. Remove all objects
such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string which
can be thrown or become entangled in the machine.
Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach.
Overreaching can result in loss of balance or exposure
to hot surfaces.
Before storing, allow the engine to cool.
Empty fuel tank into a container approved for gasoline
and restrain the unit from moving before transporting in
a vehicle.
To reduce the risk of fire and burn injury, handle fuel with
care. It is highly flammable.
Do not smoke while handling fuel.
Mix and store fuel in a container approved for gasoline.
Mix fuel outdoors where there are no sparks or flames.
Select bare ground, stop engine, and allow to cool before
refueling.
Loosen fuel cap slowly to release pressure and to keep
fuel from escaping around the cap.
Tighten the fuel cap securely after refueling.
Wipe spilled fuel from the unit. Move 30 ft. away from
refueling site before starting engine.
Never attempt to burn off spilled fuel under any
circumstances.
Use only recommended or equivalent manufacturer’s
replacement parts and accessories. Use of any other
parts may create a hazard or cause product damage.
Maintain the unit per maintenance instructions in this
Operator’s Manual.
Inspect the unit before each use for loose fasteners, fuel
leaks, etc. Replace damaged parts.
Do not use on a ladder, rooftop, tree, or other unstable
support. Stable footing on a solid surface enables better
control of the blower in unexpected situations.
Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, shut off the
engine and make certain all moving parts have stopped.
Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away
from the plug to prevent starting.
We recommend taking your equipment to a qualified
service center for repair, as service performed by in-
experienced or unqualified persons may damage the
equipment, create unsafe conditions, injury to user and/
or void your warranty.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
Page 3 — English
Always hold the blower/vacuum in your right hand during
blower operation. Refer to the Operation instructions later
in this manual for proper position during vacuum opera-
tion and additional information.
Never place objects inside the blower tubes.
Use only as directed in this operator’s manual.
Do not operate vacuum without vacuum bag installed;
flying debris could cause serious injury. Always close
vacuum bag completely before operating.
Rotating impeller blades can cause severe injury. Stop
the engine and ensure impeller blades have stopped
rotating before opening the vacuum door or installing/
changing tubes. Do not put hands or any other object
into the vacuum tubes while they are installed on the unit.
Never run the unit without the proper equipment attached.
When used as a blower, always install the blower tubes.
When used as a vacuum, always install the vacuum
tubes and vacuum bag. Make sure the vacuum bag is
completely zipped when the unit is running to avoid flying
debris.
Avoid situations that could catch the vacuum bag on
fire. Do not operate near an open flame. Do not vacuum
warm ash from fireplaces, barbecue pits, brush piles, etc.
Do not vacuum discarded cigars or cigarettes unless the
cinders are completely cool.
Never place blower on any surface, except a hard, clean
surface when engine is running. Gravel, sand, and other
debris can be picked up by the air inlet and thrown at the
operator or bystanders, causing possible serious injuries.
To reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with sound
level(s), hearing protection is required.
To reduce the risk of injury associated with contacting
rotating parts, stop the engine before installing or
removing attachments. Always disconnect the spark plug
before performing maintenance or accessing any movable
parts.
Never use blower near fires, fireplaces, hot ashes,
barbecue pits, etc., which may cause fire to spread.
Do not point the blower nozzle in the direction of people
or pets.
This product is intended for infrequent use by homeown-
ers and other occasional users for such general applica-
tions as blowing leaves and lawn clippings, etc. It is not
intended for prolonged use. Prolonged periods of opera-
tion can cause circulatory problems in the user’s hands
due to vibration. For such use, it may be appropriate to
use a product having an anti-vibration feature.
FUELING
Fuel is highly flammable. Take precautions when using
to reduce the chance of serious personal injury.
Store fuel in a cool, well-ventilated area, safely away from
spark and/or flame-producing equipment.
Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this
purpose.
Only refuel outdoors and do not smoke while refueling.
Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the cap
of the fuel tank or add fuel while the engine is running or
when the engine is hot.
Do not smoke while handling fuel.
Mix and store fuel in a container approved for gasoline.
Mix fuel outdoors where there are no sparks or flames.
Loosen fuel cap slowly to release pressure and to keep
fuel from escaping around the cap.
Tighten the fuel cap securely after refueling.
Wipe spilled fuel from the unit. Move 30 feet away from
refueling site before starting engine.
Never attempt to burn off spilled fuel under any circum-
stances.
To reduce the risk of fire and burn injury, handle fuel with
care. It is highly flammable.
If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but
move the machine away from the area of spillage and
avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors
have dissipated.
Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely.
Empty fuel tank into a container approved for gasoline
and restrain the unit from moving before transporting in
a vehicle.
When draining the fuel tank, use an approved fuel storage
container in a well-ventilated area.
Select bare ground, stop engine, and allow to cool before
refueling.
Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use
them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you loan
someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
Page 4 — English
Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper
interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.
SYMBOL NAME EXPLANATION
Safety Alert Symbol Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
Read Operator’s Manual
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand
operator’s manual before using this product.
Eye and Hearing Protection
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1 as well as hearing protection when
operating this equipment.
Keep Bystanders Away Keep all bystanders at least 50 ft. away.
Ricochet
Thrown objects can ricochet and result in personal injury or
property damage.
Vacuum Door Do not run unit while vacuum door is unsecured.
Long Hair Risk of long hair being drawn into air inlet.
Blower Tubes Do not run unit without tubes in place.
Loose Clothing Risk of loose clothing being drawn into air intake.
Gasoline and Lubricant
Use unleaded gasoline intended for motor vehicle use with
an octane rating of 87 [(R + M) / 2] or higher. This product is
powered by a 2-cycle engine and requires pre-mixing gasoline
and 2-cycle lubricant.
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING
DANGER:
Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING:
Indicate a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION:
Indicates a hazardous situation, that, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
NOTICE:
(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates information considered important, but
not related to a potential injury (e.g. messages relating to property damage).
SYMBOLS
Page 5 — English
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Engine Displacement.......................................................................................................................................................26cc
Blowing Performance (at Nozzle Outlet): Sweeper Nozzle High Velocity Nozzle
*MPH ....................................................................................... 150 ..............................................................200
*CFM ....................................................................................... 400 ..............................................................150
*Rated per ANSI B175.2
KNOW YOUR BLOWER/VACUUM
See Figure 1.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of
the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as
well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before
use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating
features and safety rules.
BLOWER TUBE AND SWEEPER NOZZLE
The blower tube and sweeper nozzle can be assembled and
installed on the blower without using any tools.
CRUISE CONTROL LEVER/THROTTLE LOCK
The cruise control lever/throttle lock feature allows the user
to operate the blower without holding the throttle trigger.
To slow the engine, simply push the cruise control lever/
throttle lock forward.
ENGINE
The blower has a powerful 26cc engine with sufficient power
to handle tough blowing and vacuuming jobs.
HIGH VELOCITY NOZZLE
The high velocity nozzle is great for wet sticky leaves. It al-
lows you to scrape wet leaves or debris from hard surfaces
while operating the blower.
SWEEPER NOZZLE
The sweeper nozzle allows for more area to be covered
during blower operation, making it more effective on larger
piles of leaves and debris.
THROTTLE TRIGGER
The blower can be operated at any speed between idle and
full throttle.
VACUUM/MULCHER
Converting the blower to a vacuum/mulcher is simple and
can be done using a flat head screwdriver.
VACUUM BAG
The vacuum bag attaches to the blower easily by using the
vacuum bag adaptor.
VACUUM HANDLE
This feature allows user to perform vacuuming duties
comfortably.
VACUUM TUBES
The vacuum tubes can be installed on the blower using a
flat head screwdriver.
UNPACKING
This product requires assembly.
Carefully remove the product and any accessories from
the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list
are included.
WARNING:
Do not use this product if any parts in the Packing List
are already assembled to your product when you unpack
it. Parts on this list are not assembled to the product by
the manufacturer and require customer installation. Use
of a product that may have been improperly assembled
could result in serious personal injury.
FEATURES
FEATURES
ASSEMBLY
Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage
or damage occurred during shipping.
Do not discard the packing material until you have care-
fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the product.
If any parts are damaged or missing, please call
1-800-242-4672 for assistance.
PACKING LIST
Blower
Upper Blower Tube
Sweeper Nozzle
High Velocity Nozzle
Upper and Lower Vacuum Tubes
Vacuum Tube Screws (2)
Vacuum Bag
Vacuum Bag Adaptor
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PACKING LIST (continued)
2-Cycle Engine Lubricant
Operator’s Manual
NOTE: Read and remove all hang tags and store with your
Operator’s Manual.
WARNING:
If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this
product until the parts are replaced. Use of the product
with damaged or missing parts could result in possible
serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to modify this product or create acces-
sories not recommended for use with this product. Any
such alteration or modification is misuse and could result
in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious
personal injury.
WARNING:
To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious
personal injury, always disconnect the engine spark plug
wire from the spark plug when assembling parts.
TOOLS NEEDED
See Figure 2.
The following tool (not included or drawn to scale) is needed
for assembly:
Flat Head Screwdriver
ASSEMBLING THE BLOWER TUBES
See Figures 3 - 4.
Align raised tabs on blower housing outlet to the slots on
upper blower tube; slide together and tighten securely by
twisting until the tubes snap into the locked position and
the lock symbols are aligned. Check tightness after initial
use and retighten if needed.
NOTICE:
When correctly assembled, the tubes are difficult to sepa-
rate. If they can easily be twisted apart, the tubes are not
locked. Continue twisting together until the tubes snap
into the locked position. Tubes that are not fully locked
together can separate during blower operation.
Attach sweeper nozzle to upper blower tube by aligning
raised tabs on upper blower tube; slide together and
tighten securely by twisting. Check tightness after initial
use and retighten if needed.
If high velocity nozzle use is desired, attach to sweeper
nozzle by aligning raised tab on high velocity nozzle with
slot on sweeper nozzle.
To remove the tubes, use a flat head screwdriver to lift the
locking tab, rotate the tubes to unlock them and remove
from the blower housing outlet.
INSTALLING THE VACUUM BAG
See Figures 5 - 6.
Remove the nozzle and upper blower tube from the
blower by using a flat head screwdriver to lift the locking
tab, twisting and removing from blower housing outlet.
Unzip the vacuum bag and push the vacuum bag adaptor
through the opening opposite the zipper as shown. The
wider end of the adaptor will remain on the inside of the
vacuum bag when installed properly.
Align the raised slots on the vacuum bag adaptor with the
raised locking tabs on the blower housing outlet. Push
the vacuum bag adaptor onto the housing and twist to
lock into place.
Rotate the vacuum bag until the shoulder strap is upright.
Make sure the vacuum bag is zipped and closed before
starting the unit.
INSTALLING THE VACUUM TUBES
See Figures 7 - 8.
WARNING:
Contact with rotating impeller blades could result in seri-
ous personal injury. Always stop the engine and ensure
impeller blades have stopped rotating before opening
the vacuum door or installing/changing tubes. Do not put
hands or any other object into the vacuum tubes while
they are installed on the unit.
To install the vacuum tubes:
Secure the upper and lower vacuum tubes together by
aligning the raised locking tabs with the raised slots.
Tap tube assembly on ground until the screw holes in
lower tube are in the raised slot of the upper tube. Secure
with supplied screws.
Depress door tab using a flathead screwdriver and open
vacuum inlet door.
Align screw mounts on vacuum opening with screws on
vacuum tube assembly.
Turning clockwise, tighten screws on upper vacuum tube
to secure to blower housing.
To remove the vacuum tubes:
Loosen screws of the upper vacuum tube by turning
counterclockwise.
Remove the vacuum tube assembly from the blower
housing.
Close the vacuum inlet cover door securely.
Remove the vacuum bag by using a flat head screwdriver
to lift the locking tab, rotate to unlock the adaptor and
remove.
ASSEMBLY
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WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you
careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is
sufficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with hearing protection.
Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into
your eyes and other possible serious injuries.
WARNING:
Do not use any attachments or accessories not recom-
mended by the manufacturer of this product. The use of
attachments or accessories not recommended can result
in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Verify that all guards and tubes are in place prior to use.
If the blower is dropped, stop blower and verify that
no damage has occurred. If any guard, part, or tube is
damaged or missing, do not use blower until it has been
repaired or replaced by a qualified service center. Use of
blower with damaged or missing guards, parts, or tubes
can result in serious personal injury or further damage
to the blower.
NOTICE:
The spark arrestor on this product has not been evalu-
ated by the USDA Forest Service and cannot be used on
U.S. forest lands. In addition, product users must comply
with Federal, State, and local fire prevention regulations.
Check with appropriate authorities. Contact customer
service or a qualified service center to purchase a re-
placement spark arrestor.
NOTICE:
Before each use, inspect the entire product for damaged,
missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps,
etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not
operate this product until all missing or damaged parts are
replaced. Please contact customer service or a qualified
service center for assistance.
APPLICATIONS
You may use this product for the purposes listed below:
Clearing leaves and other debris from your lawn
Keeping decks and driveways free from leaves and other
forms of debris
Vacuuming leaves from your lawn
ETHANOL-BLENDED FUELS
NOTICE:
Do not use E15 or E85 fuel in this product. It is a viola-
tion of federal law and will damage the unit and void
your warranty. Only use unleaded gasoline containing
up to 10% ethanol.
NOTE: To improve performance when using oxygenated
fuels, we recommend the use of Ethanol Shield 2-cycle
lubricant.
FUELING AND REFUELING
WARNING:
Gasoline and its vapors are highly flammable and ex-
plosive. To prevent serious personal injury and property
damage, handle it with care. Keep away from ignition
sources and open flames, handle outdoors only, do not
smoke, and wipe up spills immediately.
FUEL MIXTURE
This product is powered by a 2-cycle engine and requires
pre-mixing gasoline and 2-cycle lubricant. Pre-mix unleaded
gasoline and 2-cycle engine lubricant in a clean container
approved for gasoline. DO NOT mix quantities larger than
usable in a 30-day period.
Recommended fuel: This engine is certified to operate on
unleaded gasoline intended for automotive use.
NOTE: We recommend you use Ethanol Shield 2-cycle
lubricant or an equivalent high-quality synthetic 2-cycle
lubricant in this product. Mix at 2.6 oz. per gallon (US).
Do not use automotive lubricant or 2-cycle outboard
lubricant.
HIGH QUALITY 2-CYCLE ENGINE LUBRICANT
GASOLINE LUBRICANT
1.0 gal. (US) (3.8 liter) 2.6 oz. (76 ml)
2.5 gal. (US) (9.5 liter) 6.4 oz. (189 ml)
OPERATION
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OPERATION
FILLING THE TANK
Clean the surface around the fuel cap to prevent con-
tamination.
Loosen the fuel cap slowly by turning counterclockwise.
Pour the fuel mixture carefully into the tank.
Clean and inspect the fuel cap gasket before replacing
the fuel cap.
Replace the fuel cap and tighten it by turning it clockwise.
Wipe spilled fuel from the product.
Move at least 30 ft. away from refueling area before start-
ing the product.
NOTE: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new
engine during first use.
WARNING:
Check for fuel leaks, which are a fire hazard. Failure
to do so could result in a fire that could cause serious
personal injury.
WARNING:
Always shut off engine before fueling. Never remove fuel
cap or add fuel to a machine with a running or hot engine.
Make sure the unit is sitting on a flat, level surface and
only add fuel outdoors. If the engine is hot, let the unit cool
for at least five minutes before adding fuel. After fueling,
immediately replace fuel cap and tighten securely. Move
at least 30 ft. from refueling site before starting engine. Do
not smoke and stay away from open flames and sparks!
Failure to follow these instructions could result in a fire
and cause serious personal injury.
STARTING AND STOPPING
See Figure 9.
Blower should be on a flat, bare surface for starting.
Slowly press the primer bulb 10 times.
NOTE: After the 10th press, fuel should be visible in the
primer bulb. If it is not, continue to press the primer until
you see fuel in the bulb.
Set the choke lever to the FULL CHOKE position.
Lock cruise control lever/throttle lock to the full throttle
position.
Pull starter grip and rope sharply until engine attempts to
run. Do not pull the starter grip and rope more than four
(4) times.
Set the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position.
Pull the starter grip and rope until the engine runs.
NOTE: If the engine does not start, return to the FULL
CHOKE position and repeat the steps that follow.
Allow the engine to run for 15 seconds, then set the choke
lever to the RUN position.
TO STOP THE ENGINE:
To stop the engine, depress and hold the STOP switch
to the stop position “ ”.
HOT RESTART OF THE ENGINE:
Set the choke lever to the RUN position.
Lock cruise control lever/throttle lock.
Pull the starter grip and rope until the engine runs.
IF ASSISTANCE IS REQUIRED STARTING THIS
PRODUCT:
Do not return this product to the retail store where it was
purchased. Please call our Customer Service Department
for any issues you may have.
For Help Call: 1-800-242-4672
OPERATING THE BLOWER
See Figures 10 - 11.
WARNING:
Never run the unit without the blower tubes installed and
the vacuum door securely closed. Use of an improperly
assembled unit could result in serious personal injury.
NOTICE:
Always operate your product in compliance with all
applicable laws and ordinances.
Start the blower. Refer to Starting and Stopping earlier
in this manual. Hold the blower with the upper handle in
your right hand.
WARNING:
Always hold the blower away from your body with the
handle in your right hand when operating as a blower,
keeping clearance between your body and the product.
The muffler side of the blower should be away from your
body. Any contact with the housing can result in burns
and/or other serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not place blower on top of or near loose debris or
gravel. Debris may be sucked into blower intake vent
resulting in possible damage to the unit and could result
in serious personal injury.
To keep from scattering debris, blow around the outer
edges of a debris pile. Never blow directly into the center
of a pile.
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Operate power equipment at reasonable hours only — not
early in the morning or late at night when people might be
disturbed. Comply with the times listed in local ordinances.
To reduce sound levels, limit the number of pieces of
equipment used at any one time.
Conserve water by using power blowers instead of hoses
for many lawn and garden applications, including areas
such as gutters, screens, patios, grills, porches, and
gardens.
Operate blower at the lowest possible throttle speed to
do the job.
Check your equipment before operation, especially the
muffler, air intakes, and air filters.
Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing.
In dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces when water
is available.
Watch out for children, pets, open windows, or freshly
washed cars, and blow debris safely away.
Hold blower, as shown in Figure 10, so the air stream can
work close to the ground.
After using blowers or other equipment, CLEAN UP!
Dispose of debris properly.
Use the sweeper nozzle for the everyday blowing opera-
tion. This nozzle allows for more area to be covered during
the blowing operation.
CRUISE CONTROL LEVER/THROTTLE LOCK
See Figure 12.
The cruise control lever/throttle lock can be used to operate
the blower without holding the throttle trigger.
To engage, pull cruise control lever/throttle lock back
towards user, and stop at the desired throttle setting.
To release, push cruise control lever/throttle lock all the
way towards the front of unit.
VACUUM OPERATION
See Figure 13.
WARNING:
Never run the unit without the vacuum tubes and vacuum
bag installed. Use of an improperly assembled unit could
result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Keep the muffler and all hot surfaces of the blower/
vacuum away from your body. Failure to do so could
result in possible serious personal injury.
Install the vacuum tubes and the bag. Refer to the
Assembly section earlier in this manual.
Start the blower. Refer to Starting and Stopping earlier
in this manual.
Place the vacuum bag strap over your right shoulder.
Hold the upper handle in your left hand and the vacuum
handle in your right hand.
Move the blower/vacuum from side to side along outer
edge of the debris. To avoid clogging, do not place the
vacuum tube directly into the debris pile.
Hold the engine higher than the inlet end of the vacuum
tube.
Always point vacuum tube downhill when working on a
hillside.
To avoid serious injury to the operator or damage to the
unit, do not pick up rocks, metal, broken glass, bottles,
or other similar objects.
If the vacuum tubes should clog, stop the engine , ensure
impeller blades have stopped spinning, and disconnect
the spark plug wire before cleaning out the obstruction.
Remove the vacuum tubes and clear the debris from the
blower fan housing. Remove the bag and clear the tube.
A small rod or stick may be required to clear the entire
tube length. Ensure that all debris has been cleared before
reassembling the vacuum tubes.
OPERATION
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Normal maintenance, replacement or repair of emission con-
trol devices and systems may be performed by any qualified
repair establishment or individual with original or equivalent
parts. Warranty and recall repairs must be performed by an
authorized service center; please contact customer service
for assistance.
WARNING:
Before inspecting, cleaning, or servicing the machine,
shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
disconnect spark plug wire and move it away from spark
plug. Failure to follow these instructions can result in
serious personal injury or property damage.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with hearing protection.
Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into
your eyes and other possible serious injuries.
WARNING:
When servicing, use only recommended or equivalent
replacement parts. Use of any other parts could create
a hazard or cause product damage.
NOTICE:
Periodically inspect the entire product for damaged,
missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps,
etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not
operate this product until all missing or damaged parts are
replaced. Please contact customer service or a qualified
service center for assistance.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use.
Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, lubricant, grease, etc.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating lubricants, etc., come in con-
tact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic which could result in serious personal injury.
CLEANING THE AIR FILTER
See Figures 14 - 15.
For proper performance and long life, keep air filter clean.
Remove the air filter cover by turning the dial counter-
clockwise while gently pulling on the cover.
Rinse filter with clean water.
Gently squeeze filter until excess water is removed.
Replace filter.
Place the air filter cover back on the unit. Turn dial clock-
wise until cover is secure.
CLEANING THE EXHAUST PORT, MUFFLER
AND SPARK ARRESTOR
NOTICE:
The spark arrestor on this product has not been evalu-
ated by the USDA Forest Service and cannot be used on
U.S. forest lands. In addition, product users must comply
with Federal, State, and local fire prevention regulations.
Check with appropriate authorities. Contact customer
service or a qualified service center to purchase a re-
placement spark arrestor.
NOTE: Depending on the type of fuel used, the type and
amount of lubricant used, and/or your operating conditions, the
exhaust port, muffler, and/or spark arrestor screen may be-
come blocked with carbon deposits. If you notice a power
loss with your gas powered tool, you may need to remove
these deposits to restore performance. We highly recommend
that only qualified service technicians perform this service.
The spark arrestor must be cleaned or replaced every 50
hours or yearly to ensure proper performance of your prod-
uct. Spark arrestors may be in different locations depending
on the model purchased. Please contact customer service
or a qualified service center for assistance.
WARNING:
Never run the blower without a muffler equipped with a
spark arrestor in place. Failure to do so could result in a
fire that could cause serious personal injury.
VACUUM BAG
A dirty bag will reduce performance. To clean the bag, turn it
inside out and shake. Wash the bag in soapy water at least
once a year. To obtain a replacement bag, see How to Ob-
tain Replacement Parts on the back page of this manual.
FUEL CAP, TANK, AND LINES
WARNING:
Check for fuel leaks. A leaking fuel cap, tank, or line is a
fire hazard and must be replaced immediately. If you find
any leaks, correct the problem before using the product.
Failure to do so could result in a fire that could cause
serious personal injury.
The fuel cap contains a non-serviceable filter and a
check valve. A clogged fuel filter will cause poor engine
MAINTENANCE
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performance. If performance improves when the fuel cap
is loosened, check valve may be faulty or filter clogged.
Replace fuel cap if required.
SPARK PLUG REPLACEMENT
This engine uses a Ryobi AC00160A, Champion RCJ-6Y,
or equivalent spark plug with .025 in. electrode gap. Use
a recommended or equivalent replacement and replace
annually.
STORING THE PRODUCT
Clean all foreign material from the product. Store idle unit
indoors in a dry, well-ventilated area that is inaccessible
to children. Keep away from corrosive agents such as
garden chemicals and de-icing salts.
Abide by all ISO and local regulations for the safe storage
and handling of gasoline.
When storing 1 month or longer:
Drain all fuel from tank into a container approved for
gasoline. Run engine until it stops.
HIGH ALTITUDE ENGINE OPERATION
Your engine is configured for operation below 2,000 feet
altitude at the factory. Your engine must be reconfigured for
operation above 2,000 feet altitude. Operating the engine
with the wrong engine configuration at a given altitude may
increase its emissions, decrease fuel efficiency, degrade
performance, and cause irreversible damage. Engines
configured for high altitude operation cannot be operated
in standard altitude conditions. A qualified service center
should ensure that your engine is properly configured for
your location.
MAINTENANCE
THIS PRODUCT WAS MANUFACTURED WITH A CATALYST MUFFLER
Congratulations! You have made an investment toward protecting the environment. In order to maintain this product’s
original emission level, please refer to the maintenance section below.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Inspect for Clean Replace Replace
Maintenance Damage Before Every Every 25 Hours Every
Part Each Use 5 Hours or Yearly 50 Hours
* CATALYTIC MUFFLER ASSEMBLY ..........................................................................................................................X
SPARK SCREEN ........................................................................................................................................................X
* AIR FILTER ASSY
includes:
Filter ..........................................................................................X
* CARBURETOR ASSY
includes:
Gaskets ........................................... X
* FUEL TANK ASSY
includes:
Fuel Lines........................................ X
Fuel Cap ......................................... X
Fuel Filter ..........................................................................................................................X
* IGNITION ASSY
includes:
Spark Plug ........................................................................................................................X
* NOTICE: THE USE OF EMISSION CONTROL COMPONENTS OTHER THAN THOSE DESIGNED FOR THIS UNIT
IS A VIOLATION OF FEDERAL LAW.
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Engine fails to start. No fuel in tank.
Spark plug shorted or fouled.
Spark plug is broken. (cracked
porcelain or electrodes broken)
Ignition lead wire shorted, broken, or
disconnected from spark plug.
Ignition inoperative.
Fill tank.
Replace spark plug.
Replace spark plug.
Replace lead wire or attach to spark
plug.
Contact a qualfied service center.
Engine hard to start. Water in gasoline or stale fuel mixture.
Too much lubricant in fuel mixture.
Engine is under or over choked.
Weak spark at spark plug.
Drain entire system and refill with fresh
fuel.
Drain and refill with correct mixture.
Adjust choke as necessary.
Contact a qualfied service center.
Engine lacks power. Air filter clogged. Clean air filter. Refer to Cleaning the
Air Filter earlier in this manual.
Engine overheats. Insufficient lubricant in fuel mixture. Mix fuel as described in starting
instructions.
If problem persists after trying the above solutions, contact customer service or a qualified service center for assistance.
NOTICE:
As the equipment owner, you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in the Maintenance
section. It is recommended that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your equipment. Neglecting or failing
to perform the required maintenance may increase emissions, decrease fuel efficiency, degrade performance, cause
irreversible engine damage and/or void your warranty.
TROUBLESHOOTING
This product has a Two-year Limited Warranty for personal, family,
or household use (90 days for business or commercial use).
For warranty details, visit www.homelite.com
or call (toll free) 1-800-242-4672.
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NOTES / NOTAS
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AVERTISSEMENT :
LIRE ET VEILLER À BIEN COMPRENDRE TOUTES
LES INSTRUCTIONS. Le non respect de toutes les
instructions ci-dessous peut entraîner un choc électrique,
un incendie et / ou des blessures graves.
LIRE TOUTES LES INSTRUCTIONS
Ne pas laisser des enfants ou personnes n’ayant pas reçu
une formation adéquate utiliser cet outil.
Ne pas démarrer ou faire tourner le moteur dans un
espace confine, de bâtiment, à proximité des fenêtres
ouverts, autre ou des zones sans ventilation où des
vapeurs toxiques de monoxyde de carbone peuvent
s’accumuler. Le monoxyde de carbone, un gaz incolore,
inodore et extrêmement toxique peut causer une perte
de conscience et être mortel.
Toujours porter une protection oculaire avec écrans
latéraux certifiée conforme à la norme ANSI Z87.1, avec
protection auditive. Si cette précaution n’est pas prise,
des objets peuvent être projetés dans les yeux et d’autres
lésions graves.
Garder tous les badauds, enfants et animaux domestiques
à une distance d’au moins 15 m (50 pi).
Porter des pantalons longs, manches longues, des
chaussures de travail et des gants épais. Ne pas porter
de vêtements amples, shorts, sandales, bijoux quels qu’ils
soient et ne pas travailler pieds nus.
Pour réduire les risques de happement par les pièces
en mouvement, ne pas porter de vêtements amples,
foulards, colliers, etc.
Attacher les cheveux longs pour les maintenir au-dessus
des épaules, afin qu’ils ne se prennent pas dans les pièces
en rotation.
Ne pas utiliser cet outil en état de fatigue, si l’on est
souffrant ou sous l’influence de l’alcool, de drogues ou
de médicaments.
Ne pas travailler sous un éclairage insuffisant.
Garder toutes les parties du corps à l’écart des pièces
en mouvement et des paries brûlantes de l’outil.
Porter un masque facial filtrant dans les milieux
poussiéreux afin de réduire le risque de lésions lié à
l’inhalation de poussière.
Examiner la zone de travail avant chaque utilisation. La
débarrasser de tous les objets tels que cailloux, verre
brisé, clous, fils métalliques, cordes, etc. risquant d’être
projetés ou de se prendre dans la machine.
Se tenir bien campé et en équilibre. Ne pas travailler
hors de portée. Le travail hors de portée risque de faire
perdre l’équilibre ou de causer un contact avec les
pièces brûlantes.
Laisser le moteur refroidir avant de remiser l’outil.
Vider le réservoir de carburant dans un contenant
approuvé pour l’essence et immobiliser l’unité avant de
la transporter dans un véhicule.
Manipuler le carburant avec précaution pour éviter les
risques d’incendies et de brûlures. Le carburant est
extrêmement inflammable.
Ne pas fumer pendant la manipulation du carburant.
Mélanger et conserver le carburant dans un bidon ou
jerrican approuvé pour l’essence.
Mélanger le carburant à l’extérieur, loin de toute flamme
ou source d’étincelles.
Poser la machine sur un sol nu, arrêter le moteur et le
laisser refroidir avant de faire le plein.
Desserrer le bouchon du réservoir lentement pour relâcher
la pression et éviter que le carburant s’échappe.
Une fois le réservoir plein, remettre le bouchon en place
et le serrer fermement.
Essuyer tout le carburant éventuellement répandu.
S’éloigner de 9 m (30 pi) du point d’approvisionnement
avant de lancer le moteur.
N’essayer en aucun cas de brûler le carburant répandu.
Utiliser exclusivement des pièces de rechange et
accessoire recommandées ou équivalentes. L’usage de
toute autre pièce pourrait créer une situation dangereuse
ou endommager l’outil.
Entretenir l’outil conformément aux instructions de ce
manuel d’utilisation.
Inspecter l’outil avant chaque utilisation pour s’assurer
qu’il n’y a pas de pièces desserrées, de fuites ce
carburant, etc. Remplacer les pièces endommagées.
Ne pas utiliser l’unité sur une échelle, un toit, un arbre ou
un autre support instable. Le fait de se tenir bien campé
sur une surface solide permet de mieux contrôler la
soufflante dans des situations inattendues.
Avant de nettoyer, réparer ou inspecter, arrêter le moteur
et vérifier que toutes les pièces en mouvement sont
immobilisées. Déconnecter le fil de bougie et le garder
à l’écart de la bougie afin d’empêcher un démarrage
accidentel.
Il est recommandé d’apporter la équipement à un
centre de réparations qualifié pour la faire réparer pour
éviter que des réparations effectuées par une personne
inexpérimentée ou non qualifiée puissent endommager
la équipement, créer des conditions dangereuses, des
blessures à l’utilisateur et annuler la garantie.
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Toujours tenir la soufflante / aspirateur avec la main
droite pendant le soufflage. Consulter les instructions
d’Utilisation présentées ultérieurement dans ce manuel afin
de connaître la position adéquate pour utiliser l’aspirateur,
et obtenir des renseignements supplémentaires.
Ne jamais rien insérer dans les tubes.
Utiliser exclusivement selon les instructions de ce manuel.
Ne pas utiliser l’aspirateur sans le sac, car des débris
pourraient être projetés et infliger des blessures graves.
Toujours fermer le sac complètement avant d’utiliser
l’aspirateur.
L’aubage de la roue en rotation peut entraîner des
blessures graves. Arrêter le moteur et s’assurer que
l’aubage de la roue a cessé de tourner avant d’ouvrir la
porte de l’aspirateur ou d’installer ou de changer les tuyaux.
Ne pas mettre les mains ou quelque objet que ce soit dans
les tubes installés sur la machine.
Ne jamais utiliser la soufflante sans les accessoires
appropriés installés. Les tubes de soufflante doivent
toujours être installés lorsque la machine est utilisée en
soufflante. Lorsque la machine est utilisée pour aspirer,
les tubes d’aspiration et le sac doivent toujours être
installés. Pour éviter la projection de débris, s’assurer que
la fermeture à glissière de sac est complètement fermée
lorsque le moteur tourne.
Éviter les situations pouvant mettre le feu au sac. Ne pas
utiliser la machine à proximité de flammes vives. Ne pas
aspirer les cendres chaudes de cheminées, barbecues,
feux de bois, etc. Ne pas aspirer de mégots de cigares
ou cigarettes dont les cendres ne sont pas complètement
froides.
Ne jamais placer la soufflante en marche sur une surface,
sauf si celle-ci est dure et propre. Le gravier, le sable et
les autres débris peuvent être aspirés dans l’entrée d’air
et projetés en direction de l’utilisateur ou des personnes
à proximité, ce qui peut entraîner des blessures graves.
Pour réduire les risques de perte de l’ouïe causée par le
niveau sonore, porter une protection auditive.
Pour réduire les risques de blessures infligées par des
pièces en rotation, arrêter le moteur avant d’installer ou
de retirer des accessoires. Toujours débrancher le fil de
bougie avant de procéder à un entretien ou d’accéder à
des pièces en mouvement.
Ne jamais utiliser la soufflante à proximité d’un feu, d’un
poêle, de cendres chaudes, d’un barbecue, etc., sans quoi
le feu risque de se propager.
Ne pas diriger la soufflante vers des personnes ou un
animaux.
Ce produit est conçu pour les personnes qui prévoient
l’utiliser de manière peu fréquente pour des applications
générales par exemple, souffler les feuilles et les brins
d’herbe, etc.; l’outil peut également convenir à d’autres
utilisateurs occasionnels. Elle n’est pas conçue pour un
usage prolongé. Les périodes d’utilisation prolongée
peuvent entraîner des problèmes circulatoires dans les
mains de l’opérateur, causés par les vibrations. Pour ce type
d’application, il peut être bon d’utiliser une scie équipée
d’un dispositif anti-vibrations.
APPROVISIONNEMENT EN CARBURANT
Le carburant est extrêmement inflammable. Lors de
l’utilisation, prendre les précautions nécessaires pour
réduire le risque de blessures graves.
Conserver le carburant dans une zone froide bien ventilée
à l’écart d’étincelles et / ou de matériels produisant des
flammes.
Conserver le carburant dans des jerrycans spécialement
conçus à cet effet.
Toujours faire le plein à l’extérieur et ne pas fumer pendant
cette opération.
Faire l’appoint de carburant avant de lancer le moteur. Ne
jamais retirer le bouchon du réservoir de carburant ni faire
l’appoint pendant que le moteur tourne ou est chaud.
Ne pas fumer pendant la manipulation du carburant.
Mélanger et conserver le carburant dans un bidon ou
jerrycan approuvé pour l’essence.
Mélanger le carburant à l’extérieur, loin de toute flamme
ou source d’étincelles.
Desserrer le bouchon du réservoir lentement pour relâcher
la pression et éviter que le carburant s’échappe.
Une fois le réservoir plein, remettre le bouchon en place
et le serrer fermement.
Essuyer tout le carburant éventuellement répandu.
S’éloigner de 9 m (30 pi) du point d’approvisionnement
avant de lancer le moteur.
N’essayer en aucun cas de brûler le carburant répandu.
Manipuler le carburant avec précaution pour éviter les
risques d’incendies et de brûlures. Le carburant est
extrêmement inflammable.
Si du carburant est répandu, ne pas essayer de lancer le
moteur, mais éloigner la machine et éviter de créer une
source d’inflammation jusqu’à ce que les vapeurs de
carburant se soient dissipées.
Remettre en place les bouchons de jerrycan et de réservoir
de carburant et les serrer fermement.
Vider le réservoir de carburant dans un contenant approuvé
pour l’essence et empêcher l’unité de bouger avant de le
transporter dans un véhicule.
Lors de la vidange du réservoir de carburant, utiliser
un bidon ou jerrycan approuvé pour la conservation de
carburant et procéder dans un endroit bien aéré.
Poser la machine sur un sol nu, arrêter le moteur et le laisser
refroidir avant de faire le plein.
Conserver ces instructions. Les consulter fréquemment et
les utiliser pour instruire les autres utilisateurs éventuels.
Si cet outil est prêté, il doit être accompagné de ces
instructions.
RÈGLES DE SÉCURITÉ PARTICULIÈRES
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Certains des symboles ci-dessous peuvent être présents sur la produit. Veiller à les étudier et à apprendre leur
signification. Une interprétation correcte de ces symboles permettra d’utiliser la produit plus efficacement et de
réduire les risques.
SYMBOLE NOM EXPLICATION
Symbole d’alerte de sécurité Indique un risque de blessure potentiel.
Lire le manuel d’utilisation
Pour réduire les risques de blessures, l’utilisateur doit lire
et veiller à bien comprendre le manuel d’utilisation avant
d’utiliser ce produit.
Protection oculaire et auditive
Toujours porter une protection oculaire avec écrans latéraux
latéraux certifiée conforme à la norme ANSI Z87.1, ainsi qu’une
protection auditive et respiration lors de l’utilisation de cet outil.
Ne laisser personne s’approcher Garder les badauds à une distance de 15 m (50 pi) minimum.
Ricochet
Les objets projetés peuvent ricocher et infliger des blessures
ou causer des dommages matériels.
Volet d’aspiration
Ne pas actionner lorsque le volet d’aspiration n’est pas
verrouillé.
Cheveux longs Risque d’aspiration des cheveux longs dans l’entrée d’air.
Tubes de soufflante Ne pas utiliser sans les tubes en place.
Vêtements amples Risque d’aspiration des vêtements amples dans l’entrée d’air.
Essence et lubrifiant
Utiliser de l’essence sans plomb pour automobiles, avec un
indice d’octane de 87 [(R + M) / 2] ou plus. Cet outil utilise
un moteur deux temps qui nécessite le mélange d’essence
et d’lubrifiant 2 temps.
Les termes de mise en garde suivants et leur signification ont pour but d’expliquer le degré de risques associé à
l’utilisation de ce produit.
SYMBOLE SIGNAL SIGNIFICATION
DANGER :
Indique une situation dangereuse qui, si elle n’est pas évitée, aura pour
conséquences des blessures graves ou mortelles.
AVERTISSEMENT :
Indique une situation dangereuse qui, si elle n’est pas évitée, pourrait
entraîner des blessures graves ou mortelles.
ATTENTION :
Indique une situation dangereuse qui, si elle n’est pas évitée, pourraît
entraîner des blessures légères ou de gravité modérée.
AVIS :
(Sans symbole d’alerte de sécurité) Indique les informations jugées
importantes sans toutefois représenter un risque de blessure (ex. :
messages concernant les dommages matériels).
SYMBOLES
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