Weed Eater SB180BV - Manual (Page 3)

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MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY
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Have all maintenance other than the rec-
ommended procedures described in the
Operator’s Manual performed by your
Service Dealer.
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Disconnect spark plug before performing
maintenance except for carburetor adjust-
ments.
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Use only recommended WEED EATER
replacement parts; use of any other parts
may void your warranty and cause dam-
age to your unit.
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Empty the fuel tank before storing the unit.
Use up fuel left in carburetor by starting the
engine and letting it run until it stops.
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Do not use any accessory or attachment
other than those recommended by the
manufacturer for use with your unit.
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Do not store the unit or fuel in a closed area
where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an
open flame from water heaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
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Store in a dry area out of reach of children.
SPECIAL NOTICE: For users on U.S.
Forest Land and in some states, including
California(Public Resources Codes 4442
and 4443), Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New
Jersey, Oregon, and Washington: Certain in-
ternal combustion engines operated on for-
est, brush, and/or grass covered land in the
above areas are required to be equipped
with a spark arrestor, maintained in effective
working order, or the engine must be con-
structed, equipped, and maintained for the
prevention of fire. Check with your state or
local authorities for regulations pertaining to
these requirements. Failure to follow these
requirements is a violation of the law. This
unit is not factory equipped with a spark ar-
restor; however, a spark arrestor is available
as an optional part. If a spark arrestor is re-
quired in your area, contact your Authorized
Service Dealer for the correct kit. The spark
arrestor, blower tubes, and nozzles must be
assembled to the unit to be in full compliance
with the regulations.
SPECIAL NOTICE: Exposure to vibra-
tions through prolonged use of gasoline
powered hand tools could cause blood ves-
sel or nerve damage in the fingers, hands,
and joints of people prone to circulation dis-
orders or abnormal swelling. Prolonged use
in cold weather has been linked to blood ves-
sel damage in otherwise healthy people. If
symptoms occur such as numbness, pain,
loss of strength, change in skin color or tex-
ture, or loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or
joints, discontinue the use of this tool and
seek medical attention. An antivibration sys-
tem does not guarantee the avoidance of
these problems. Users who operate power
tools on a continual and regular basis must
monitor closely their physical condition and
the condition of this tool.
SAFETY RULES
ASSEMBLY
PREPARATION
WARNING: Stop the engine and be
sure the impeller blades have stopped turn-
ing before opening the vacuum inlet door or
attempting to insert or remove the vacuum
tubes. The rotating blades can cause seri-
ous injury.
WARNING: If you receive your unit
assembled, check each step to insure your
unit is properly assembled. Follow all safety
information in the manual and on the unit.
BLOWER TUBE ASSEMBLY
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Assemble the blower tube and nozzle to
the unit (turn clockwise to tighten).
Blower
Tube
Nozzle
Blower
Outlet
SHOULDER STRAP ASSEMBLY
(for blower use only)
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Pass the shoulder strap over your head
and onto your left shoulder.
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Snap the hook onto the retainer on the top
handle.
Retainer
VACUUM BAG ASSEMBLY
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Open the zipper on the vacuum bag and in-
sert the elbow tube.
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Push the end of the elbow tube with the
grooves through the small bag tube open-
ing. Make sure the bag tube opening is
flush against large raised rib on the tube.
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Close the zipper on the bag. Make sure the
zipper is closed completely and the zipper
seam is tucked toward inside of the bag.
Bag Tube
Opening
Raised Rib
Zipper
Opening