Weed Eater 545117528 - Manual (Page 8)

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USING YOUR UNIT
KNOW YOUR ELECTRIC BLOWER
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
UNIT. Compare the illustrations to your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of
the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
Variable Speed Control
Air Vents
ON/OFF Switch
Inlet Cover
Latch
Rear
Handle
Upper Vacuum Tube
Lower Vacuum Tube
Collection Bag
Blower Tube
Cord
Retainer
Inlet Restrictor
Vacuum Assist Handle
Tube Release Button
Elbow
Tube
Upper Vacuum Tube
Retaining Post
ON/OFF SWITCH
The ON/OFF SWITCH is used to activate
the motor.
INLET COVER LATCH
The INLET COVER LATCH is used to open
and close the inlet cover and to secure
the upper vacuum tube to the blower
unit.
BLOWER TUBE
The BLOWER TUBE is designed to direct
the flow of air.
INLET RESTRICTOR
The INLET RESTRICTOR improves the
blower function.
TUBE RELEASE BUTTON
The TUBE RELEASE BUTTON secures the
blower tube or elbow tube to the blower
unit during operation. Also, pressing the
tube release button allows removal of the
blower tube or elbow tube.
VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL
The VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL is de-
signed to allow an increase or decrease
in motor speed as necessary during
blower use only. To avoid causing dam-
age to the unit, DO NOT attempt to use
the variable speed control during vacu-
um use.
WARNING: You MUST make sure
the tubes are secure before using the unit.
WARNING: Do not use the unit
without the tubes or collection bag proper-
ly attached to avoid flying debris and/or
impeller contact which can cause serious
injury. Always wear eye protection to pre-
vent rocks or debris from being blown or
ricocheting into the eyes and face which
can result in blindness or serious injury.
STOPPING YOUR UNIT
To stop your unit, slide the ON/OFF switch
to the OFF position.
SWITCH POSITIONS
OFF VARIABLE
SPEED
HIGH
SPEED
STARTING YOUR UNIT
Your unit has two run positions, HIGH
(high speed) and VAR (variable speed).
Slide the switch to one of these
positions to turn on the unit.