Hip belt
Optional accessory
The hip belt enables the operator to carry the tool more
stably.
Make sure to release the hip belt
CAUTION:
buckle before unloading the blower.
Adjusting the control lever position
Move the control handle along the swivel pipe to the
most comfortable position. Then tighten the control
handle with the clamp screw.
► 1. Clamp screw
Blower Operation
1.
While operating the blower, adjust the throttle trig-
ger / throttle lever so that the wind force is appropriate
for the work location and conditions.
2.
Adjusting engine speed.
Engine speed increases by pulling the throttle trigger. To
decrease the engine speed, loosen the throttle trigger.
The cruise control function allows the operator to main-
tain a constant engine speed without pulling the trigger
lever. To increase the engine speed, turn the stop con-
trol lever to high speed. To decrease the engine speed,
turn the stop control lever to low speed.
► 1. Throttle trigger 2. Stop control lever
Transporting the blower
CAUTION:
sure to stop the engine.
Do not sit or stand on the blower
NOTICE:
or put a heavy object on it. It may damage the
machine.
Maintain the blower in an upright
NOTICE:
position whenever transporting or storing.
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Transporting or storing in a position that is not upright
may cause oil to spill inside the blower engine. This
may result in oil leaks and white smoke from burning
oil, and the air cleaner may become dirty with oil.
Do not drag the blower when trans-
NOTICE:
porting. Otherwise the blower housing may be
damaged.
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
nance, stop the engine and allow it to cool down.
Remove the spark plug and plug cap. Otherwise
the operator may suffer burn or serious injury due to
an accidental start-up.
CAUTION:
nance, make sure that all parts are assembled.
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When transporting the blower, be
Before inspection and mainte-
After inspection and mainte-