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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
VAC ATTACK II
UT08544/UT08546
Your blower has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator
safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using
this product.
Thank you for your purchase.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................................... 2 � General Safety Rules ....................................................................................................................................................... 3 � Specific Safety Rules ................................................................................................
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES Never operate the unit without a spark arrestor screen; WARNING: this screen is located inside the muffler. � Product users on United States Forest Service land, and READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. in some states, must comply with fire prevention regula- Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result tions. in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. This product is equipped with a spark arrestor; however, other user requirements may
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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES Do not operate vacuum without vacuum bag installed; � Do not point the blower nozzle in the direction of people flying debris could cause serious injury. Always close or pets. vacuum bag completely before operating. � Never run the unit without the proper equipment � Always hold the blower in your right hand, refer to the attached. OPERATION section, later in this manual for additional When used as a blower, always install the blower tubes. information. When used
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SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer. SYMBOL NAME EXPLANATION Safety Alert Symbol Precautions that involve your safety. To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand Read the Operator’s Manual operator’s manual before using this product. Wear eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Wear Eye and Hearing P
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SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result DANGER: in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result WARNING: in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in CAUTION: minor or moderate injury. (W
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FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Weight .........................................................................................................................................................................9.8 lbs. Engine displacement .......................................................................................................................................................30cc Air Velocity: MPH ........................................................................................
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FEATURES TUBE CLAMP VACUUM BAG SHOULDER STRAP UPPER VACUUM TUBE LOWER VACUUM TUBE VACUUM BAG ADAPTOR ENGINE SWITCH VACUUM BAG STARTER GRIP PRIMER BULB VACUUM HANDLE CHOKE LEVER Fig. 2 MULCHER KNOW YOUR BLOWER See Figures 1 - 2. The blower is equipped with a mulcher feature that efficiently reduces leaves at a 12:1 ratio. The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as THROTTLE TRIGGER well as a knowledge of the proje
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ASSEMBLY UNPACKING WARNING: This product requires assembly. Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are product until the parts are replaced. Failure to heed this included. warning could result in serious personal injury. Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. WARNING: Do not discard the packing material until
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ASSEMBLY WARNING: Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire before installing parts, making adjustments, cleaning, or when not in use. Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury. UPPER NOZZLE KNOB BLOWER TUBE ASSEMBLING THE BLOWER TUBES See Figure 3. Fig. 3 Screw the nozzle onto the blower tube and tighten BAG ADAPTOR securely. Check tightness after initial run and retighten if needed. Place tube clamp around the neck of the blower housing outlet. Do no
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ASSEMBLY INSTALLING THE VACUUM TUBES See Figures 6 - 7. INLET COVER DOOR To install the vacuum tubes: Screw the upper and lower vacuum tubes together and tighten securely. Loosen the door knob on the inlet cover door and open. Place the notch in the support arm of the upper vacuum tube under the hinge of the inlet cover door. Push the upper vacuum tube into the blower housing. Align the upper vacuum tube knob with the hole in the housing and tighten securely. DOOR KNOB To remove the
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OPERATION FILLING THE TANK WARNING: WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or sufficient to inflict serious injury. explosion from gasoline will burn you and others. Always stop the engine before filling the fuel tank. Never add fuel to a machine with a running or hot engine. Move at least WARNING: 30 ft. from the refueling area before starting engine. D
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OPERATION STARTING AND STOPPING THROTTLE See Figures 8 - 9. TRIGGER Starting the product differs depending on whether the engine is cold or warm. To start a cold engine: PRIMER BULB Set switch to ON. Push the primer bulb, slowly, 8 times. Set the choke lever to FULL. Squeeze throttle trigger fully (thru next 2 steps) and pull starter handle sharply (no more than 4 times). Set the choke lever to HALF. Pull the starter rope until the engine runs (no more than 6 times). CHOKE LEVER
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OPERATION �� Conserve water by using power blowers instead of hoses WIDE SWEEPER for many lawn and garden applications, including areas NOZZLE such as gutters, screens, patios, grills, porches, and gardens. �� Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing. �� In dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces when water is available. �� Watch out for children, pets, open windows or freshly washed cars, and blow debris safely away. HIGH VELOCITY NOZZLE �� Use the full blower nozzle
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OPERATION VACUUM OPERATION See Figure 13. WARNING: Never run the unit without the vacuum tubes, vacuum bag, and vacuum handle installed. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury. Install the vacuum tubes and bag. Refer to Installing the Vacuum Bag and Installing the Vacuum Tubes. Start the blower. Refer to Starting and Stopping. � Place the leaf bag strap over your head and onto your left shoulder. Hold the upper handle in your right hand and the vacuum han
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MAINTENANCE REPLACING AND CLEANING THE AIR FILTER WARNING: See Figure 14. For proper performance and long life, keep air filter clean. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause Loosen the knob on the air filter cover. product damage. Remove the cover. Remove the air filter and clean it in warm soapy water. Rinse and let dry completely. WARNING: Work two drops of oil into the air filter. Always wear safety goggles or safe
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MAINTENANCE The fuel cap contains a non-serviceable filter and a check SPARK ARRESTOR valve. A clogged fuel filter will cause poor engine performance. The muffler is equipped with a spark arrestor screen inside If performance improves when the fuel cap is loosened, the muffler body. After extended use the screen can become check valve may be faulty or filter clogged. Replace the fuel dirty and you may need to have the muffler replaced by an cap if required. authorized servicing dealer. S
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TROUBLESHOOTING IF THESE SOLUTIONS DO NOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEALER. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Engine will not start 1. No spark. 1. Check spark. Remove spark plug. Reattach the spark plug cap and lay spark plug on metal cylinder. Pull the rope and watch for spark at spark plug tip. If there is no spark, repeat test with a new spark plug. 2. No fuel. 2. Push primer bulb until bulb is full of fuel. If bulb does not fill, primary fuel delivery system is
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WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT A. Tune-ups – Spark Plugs, Carburetor, Carburetor Adjustments, Ignition, Filters Homelite Consumer Products, Inc., (“Homelite”) warrants to the original retail purchaser that this HOMELITE brand B. Wear items – Bump Knobs, Outer Spools, Cutting outdoor product is free from defect in material and Lines, Inner Reels, Starter Pulleys, Starter Ropes, Drive workmanship and agrees to repair or replace, at Homelite’s, Belts, Tines, Felt Washers, Hitch Pins, Mulch
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WARRANTY THE FOLLOWING CALIFORNIA AIR RESOURCES BOARD (CARB) STATEMENT ONLY APPLIES TO MODEL NUMBERS REQUIRED TO MEET THE CARB REQUIREMENTS. HOMELITE CONSUMER PRODUCTS, INC., LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS NON-ROAD AND SMALL OFF-ROAD ENGINES YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the California Air Resources Board Homelite Consumer Products, Inc., shall remedy warranty defects at any authorized ® (C
