The rotating blades can cause serious injury. 1. Align the lower vacuum tube as shown. Push lower vacuum tube into upper vacuum tube. LowerVacuumTubeUpperVacuumTube 2.Insertthetipofascrewdriverintothelatchareaofthevacuuminlet. LatchAreaBlowerOutletVacuumInletCoverLatchArea 3. Gently tilt the handle of the screwdriver toward the back of the unit to release the latch while pulling up on the vacuum inlet cover with your other hand. 4. Hold the vacuum inlet cover open until upper vacuum tube is installed. VacuumInlet Retaining Post Vacuum Inlet Cover 5. Place the hooks of the upper vacuum tube on the retaining posts of the unit. 6. Pivot the tube until it is secured to the blower unit by the vacuum inlet latch. RetainingPostHookInletCoverLatchPIVOT HOW TO CONVERT UNIT FROM VACUUM USE TO BLOWER USE 1. Remove the vacuum tubes by inserting the tip of a screwdriver into the latch area of the vacuum inlet. 2. Gently tilt handle of screwdriver toward the back of the unit to release the latch while pulling up on the upper vacuum tube with your other hand. LatchArea 3. Remove the vacuum bag. 4. Close the vacuum inlet cover and make sure it is latched closed. 5. Reinstall the blower tube (see BLOWER TUBE ASSEMBLY). SHOULDER STRAP ADJUSTMENT 1. Hold the unit as shown with the muffler side facing away from your body and clothes. 2. Pass the shoulder strap over your head and onto your right shoulder. 3. Extend your left arm toward the rear of the vacuum bag. 4. Adjust shoulder strap until the vacuum bag/shoulder strap seam lies between your thumb and index finger. 5. Make sure air flows freely from the elbow tube into bag. If bag is kinked, the unit will not operate properly. --6 - - OPERATIONOPERATION KNOW YOUR BLOWER READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. ChokeLeverFuelMixFillCapStarterRopeThrottleLeverSparkPlugBlowerTubePrimerButtonRearHandleLowerVacuumTubeUpperVacuumTubeVacuumBagElbowTube THROTTLE LEVER The THROTTLE LEVER is used to select the desired engine speed and to stop the engine. Move the throttle lever to the position for full speed operation. Move the throttle lever to the position for idle speed. To stop the engine, move the throttle lever to the STOP position. PRIMER BUTTON The PRIMER BUTTON removes air from the carburetor and fuel lines and fills them with fuel. This allows youtostart theengine with fewer pulls on the starter rope. Activate primer button by pressing it and allowing it to return to its original position. CHOKE LEVER The CHOKE helps to supply fuel to the engine to aidincoldstarting. Activate thechoke by moving the choke lever to the FULL CHOKE position. After engine attempts to start, move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position. Once engine starts, move choke lever to the RUN position. OPERATING POSITION EyePro tection Blower Vacuum OPERATING TIPS S While vacuuming or blowing debris, hold the unit with the muffler side facing away from your body and clothes (see OPERATING POSITION illustration above). S To reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with sound level(s), hearing protection is required. S To reduce the risk of injury associated with contacting rotating parts, stop the engine before installing or removing attachments. Do not operate without guard(s) in place. S Operate power equipment only at reasonable hours- --not early in the morning or late at night when people might be disturbed. Comply with times listed in local ordinances. Usual recommendations are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday though Saturday. S To reduce noise levels, limit the number of pieces of equipment used at any one time. S To reduce noise levels, operate power blowers at the lowest possible throttle speed to do the job. S Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing. --7 - - S In dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces or use a mister attachment when water is available. S 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. S Watch out for children, pets, open windows, or freshly washed cars. Blow debris away safely. S Use the full blower nozzle extension so the air stream can work close to the ground. S After using blowers and other equipment, CLEAN UP! Dispose of debris in trash receptacles. BEFORE STARTING ENGINE WARNING: Be sure to read the fuel information in the safety rules before you begin. If you do not understand the safety rules, do not attempt to fuel your unit. Call 1-800-554-6723. FUELING ENGINE WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly when refueling. HELPFULTIPToobtainthecorrectoilmixratio,pour3.2ouncesof2--cyclesyntheticoilintoonegallonoffreshgas. This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline. Before operation, gasoline must be mixed with a good quality synthetic 2-...