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L WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Failure to foUow all Safety Rules and Precautions can result in serious it^ury.
A. KNOW YOUR UNIT
1. Read yoor Operator's ManaaicarefoUy until you
completely understend and can follow all warnings
and
instructions before operating unit.
2. Restrict yoor unit to users who understand and wid
follow all warnings and safely instructioas in this
maniifll
B. PLAN AHEAD
eye protection wiu kelp to prevent
rocfo
or (kbris ftvm
being blown or rkochmng into eyes and face which can
mw in blindness andlor serious ir^jury.
2.
Always wear a r^irator or facemask
when
working with the unit in dusty enTiromnents.
3. Dress safdy m long pants. Do not go barefoot or
wear sandals or short pants. Loose clothing, jewehy,
or clothing with loosely hanging straps, ties, tassels,
etc., can be caugdit in moving p^.
4. Do not operate the nnit when you are tired, ill, up¬
set, or if you are under the influence of alcohol, dnigs,
ormedit^on.
5. KeQ) children, bystanders, and animals aicay
from the work area a minimum of 30 feet (10 meters)
when starting or operating the unit.
6. Inspect the area before starting the unit. Re¬
move ^ debris and hard objects suw as rocks,
wire, etc. that can ricochet, be throw^ or otherwise
cause u\juiy or damage during operation.
C. HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION
1. Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame (includ¬
ing smoking, open Oames, or work that can cause
sparks) in the areas where fiiel is mixed, poured, or
stored.
2. Mix and ponr fuel in an outdoor area; store fuel
in a cool, diy, well-ventilated place; and use an
prov^ marked container for all fuel purposes.
3.
Do not smoke while handling fuel or while oper¬
ating the unit.
4. Do not 1511 the fiael tank while the engine is run-
ning.
5. \Rpe up all fiiel spills before starting engine.
6. Move atieast 10 feet (3 meters) away from fiiel and fu¬
eling site before starting the engine.
D. OPERATE YOUR UNIT SAFELY
1. Stop the engine before opening the vacuum inlet
door.
The
engine
must
«
stopped and the impeller
blades no longer turning to avoid serious injury from
the rotating blades.
2.
Inspect the entire unit before each use for worn,
loose, missiiig, or damaged parts. Do not use imtii the
unit is in proper working order.
3. Keep the outside surfaces firee of oil and fineL
A.
Never start or run engine inside
a clo^ room or
building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
5. To avoid static electricity shock, do not wear rub¬
ber rioves or any other insulated ^oves while operat¬
ing me unit.
6
. Do not set the unit on any surface enept a
clean, hard area while the engine is running. De¬
bris SU(A as gravel, sand, dust, ctsss, etc. could
1
m
ni^ed up by the air intake and thrown out throu '
the discharge opei^, damaging the unit, property,
or causing serious iiyuiy to bystmders or operator.
7. Avoid dmogerous environments- Do not use in un¬
ventilated areas or where explosive vapors or carbon
monoxide build up could be present.
8. Do not overreach or use mim unstable snrf aces
such as ladders, trees, steep slopes, rooftops, etc.
I^p firm footing and balance at all times.
9. Never place obiects inside the blower tubes; al¬
ways direct the blowing debris away from people, ani-
mak,
and solid objects such as rim, autoino-
biles, walls, etc. The force of air can cause rocks, dirt,
or sticks to be thrown or to ricochet which can hurt
people or animals, break glass, or cause other damage.
10. Never ran the unit vnthout the proper equip¬
ment attached. When using your unit as a blower,
always install blower tubes. When using your unit as
a vacuum, always install vacuum tubes and collection
bag assembly. Make sure collection bag assembly is
completely zipped as shown in Figure 4.
11. Ch^ air intake opening, blower tubes, vacu¬
um tub^ and elbow tube fremently, always with
the engine stopped and the e^k plug disconnect^
I^p vents and discharge tubes fiiw of debris which
can accumulate and restrict proper air flow.
12. Never place any object in the air intake opening
as this could restrict proper air flow and cause damage
to the unit.
13. Never use for spreading chemicals, fertilizers,
or other substances wmch may contain toxic
materials.
14. To avoid spreading fire, do not use near leaf or
brush fires, ^places, barbecue pits, ashtrays, etc.
15. Use only forjobs explained in this manual.
E.MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY
1. Have all maintenance other than the recom¬
mended procedures described in the Operator's Man¬
ual performed by your Service Deader.
2. Disconnect spark plug before performing
maintenance except for carburetor adjustment.
3. Use only recommended WEED EATER replace¬
ment parts; use of any other parts my void your
warranty and cause darnage to your unit,
4. Check air intake openings and blower tubes
frequently, always with the engine stopped. Keep
vents and tulMs free of debris wmch can accumulate
and rrattct proper air flow,
5. Empty the tael tank before storing the unit. Use
up md left in carburetor by starting the engine and
letting it run until it stops.
6. Do not use any accessory or attachment other than
those recommended by the manufacturer for use with
your unit.
7. Do not store the unit or fiael in a closed area
where foel vapors can reach sparks or an open flame
from hot water heaters, electric motors or switches,
furnaces, etc.
8. Store in a dry area out of reach of children.
If situations occur which ar not covered in this
manual, use care and goodjud^ement. Ifyou need as-
sistanee, contact your Authorized Service Dealer or
the
CUSTOMER
ASSISTANCE
HEDPUNE
at
1-800-554-6723.
SAFETY NOTICE
Expoenre to vibrations throngfa prolonged nse of gasoline powered hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve damage in the
Cagars,
hands, andjointeof people prone todrcolationdisordKceorabnormal swellings. Prolonged use in cold weatherbas been
linked to blood vessel damage in otherwise healthy people. U symptoms occur such as numbness, pain, loss of strength, charge in
skin color or textnre,orlo8soffeelingmthefingers, hands, orjoints, discontinua the use of this toolandseekmedical attention. An
anti-vibration system does not guarantee the avoidance of these problems. Users who operate power tools on a continual and
regular basis must monitor closdy their physical condition and the conditiou of this tool.
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