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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Vac Attack II
Blower / Vacuum
UT08934D
Your blower / vacuum has been engineered and manufactured to Homelite’s high standard for dependability, ease of opera-
tion, and operator safety. 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 buying a Homelite blower.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS n Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................................... 2 �n General Safety Rules....................................................................................................................................................... 3 �n Specific Safety Rules...............................................................................................
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES n Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Over- reaching can result in loss of balance or exposure to hot WARNING: surfaces. Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow n Never operate the unit without a spark arrestor screen; all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, this screen is located inside the muffler. fire, and/or carbon monoxide poisoning which will cause n Product users on United States Forest Service land, and death or
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SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpreta- tion of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Safety Alert 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. Eye and Hearing Protection Wear eye and hearing protection when operating this
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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 DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
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FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Weight .....................................................................................................................................................................10.4 lbs. Engine displacement....................................................................................................................................................30 cc Air Velocity: MPH..........................................................................................
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FEATURES KNOW YOUR BLOWER MULCHER/VACUUM The blower is equipped with a mulcher feature that efficiently See Figure 1. reduces leaves at a 12:1 ratio. It converts to a mulcher/ Before attempting to use this product, familiarize yourself vacuum using no tools. with all operating features and safety rules. THROTTLE TRIGGER BLOWER TUBE AND NOZZLE The blower can be operated at any speed between idle and The blower tubes can be assembled and installed on the full throttle. blower using no tools. V
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ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLING THE BLOWER TUBES See Figure 2. n Screw the nozzle onto the upper blower tube and tighten securely. Check tightness after initial run and retighten if needed. n Place clamp around the neck of the blower housing outlet. Do not tighten the wing nut yet. n Align the locking tab on upper blower tube with the slot in the blower housing outlet. Push the tube into the housing. Twist to lock into place. n Rotate the tube so the nozzle is pointing upward as shown. Tighten the win
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OPERATION PREMIUM EXACT MIX™ (50:1) WARNING: GASOLINE OIL Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you care- less. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is 1 Gallon (US) 2.6 oz. sufficient to inflict serious injury. 1 Liter 20 cc (20 ml) FILLING THE TANK WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side WARNING: shields when operating power tools. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fi
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OPERATION STARTING AND STOPPING See Figures 7 - 8. THROTTLE TRIGGER Starting the product differs if the engine is cold or warm. Refer to the label on the air filter base for choke positions A, B, and C. TO START A COLD ENGINE: PRIMER n Place the blower on a flat, bare surface. BULB n Push the primer bulb, slowly, 5 times. n Move the choke lever to the full choke position marked A. CHOKE n Squeeze the throttle trigger to full throttle position. LEVER n Pull the starter rope until the engine
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OPERATION n Operate blower at the lowest possible throttle speed to do the job. �n Check the equipment before operation, especially the WIDE SWEEPER NOZZLE muffler, air intakes, and air filters. �n Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing. �n In dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces when water is available. �n 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
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OPERATION n Hold the engine higher than the inlet end of the vacuum tube. �n Always point vacuum tube downhill when working on a hillside. �n To avoid injury to the operator or unit, do not pick up rocks, broken glass, bottles, or other similar objects. n � If the vacuum tubes should clog, stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire before cleaning out the obstruction. n � Remove the vacuum tubes and clear the debris from the blower fan housing. Remove the bag and clear the tube.
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MAINTENANCE SPARK ARRESTOR FUEL CAP The muffler is equipped with a spark arrestor screen inside muffler body. After extended use the screen can become WARNING: dirty and may need to have the muffler replaced by an A leaking fuel cap is a fire hazard and must be replaced authorized servicing dealer. immediately. The fuel cap contains a non-serviceable filter and a WARNING: check valve. A clogged fuel filter will cause poor engine To avoid a fire hazard, never run the blower without the per
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TROUBLESHOOTING IF THESE SOLUTIONS DO NOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM, CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICING DEALER. PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION 1. Check spark. Remove spark plug. Reattach the Engine will not start: 1. No spark spark plug cap and lay spark plug on metal cylinder. Pull the starter rope and watch for spark at spark plug tip. If there is no spark, repeat test with a new spark plug. 2. Push p
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WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT In addition, this warranty does not cover: Homelite Consumer Products, Inc. warrants to the original A. Tune-ups – Spark Plugs, Carburetor, Carburetor retail purchaser that this HOMELITE product is free from Adjustments, Ignition, Filters defect in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or B. Wear items – Bump Knobs, Outer Spools, Cutting Lines, replace, at Homelite Consumer Products, Inc.’s discretion, Inner Reels, Starter Pulleys, Starter Ropes, D
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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 FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS NONROAD AND SMALL OFF-ROAD ENGINES The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the California Air Resources Board (CARB), and Homelite Consumer Products, Inc., are pleased to explain the Emission Control System Warranty on your nonroad or small off-road
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WARRANTY THIS PRODUCT WAS MANUFACTURED WITH A CATALYST MUFFLER Congratulations! You have made an investment toward protecting the environment. In order to maintain this product’s original emission level, please refer to the maintenance section below. EMISSIONS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AND WARRANTED PARTS LIST Emissions Parts Inspect Before Clean Every Replace Clean Every Replace Every Each Use 5 Hours
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL Vac Attack II Blower / Vacuum UT08934D WARNING: The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 SERVICE For parts or service, contact your nearest Homelite authorized service dealer. Be sure to provide all relevant information when you call or visit. For the location of the authorized service dealer nearest you, please call 1-800-chainsaw (1-800-242-4
