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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
YARD BROOM II
UT08514
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. Fail- in some states, must comply with fire prevention regula- ure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in tions. 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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SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpre- tation 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 .........................................................................................................................................................................9.7 lbs. Engine displacement .......................................................................................................................................................30cc Air Velocity: MPH ........................................................................................
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FEATURES KNOW YOUR BLOWER MOTOR See Figure 1. The blower has a powerful 30cc engine with sufficient power The safe use of this product requires an understanding of to handle tough jobs. the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as THROTTLE TRIGGER well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating The blower can be operated at any speed between idle and features and safety rules. full throttle. BLOWER TUB
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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. ASSEMBLING THE BLOWER TUBES BLOWER NOZZLE KNOB TUBE See Figure 2. � Screw the nozzle onto the blower tube and tighten securely. Check tightness after initial run and retighten if needed. Fig. 2 Place clamp around the neck of the blower housing outlet. Do not tighten the knob yet.
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OPERATION FILLING THE TANK WARNING: WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you care- less. 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. Do not
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OPERATION STARTING AND STOPPING THROTTLE See Figures 3 - 4. TRIGGER Starting the product differs depending on whether the engine is cold or warm. To start a cold engine: Set switch to ON. PRIMER BULB 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 CHOKE 6 times). LEVER
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OPERATION �� Check your equipment before operation, especially the muffler, air intakes, and air filters. WIDE SWEEPER NOZZLE �� 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. � Use the full blower nozzle extension so the air stream can work close to the ground. � After using blowers or other equipment, CL
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MAINTENANCE REPLACING AND CLEANING THE AIR FILTER WARNING: See Figure 8. 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 safet
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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. SP
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TROUBLESHOOTING IF THESE SOLUTIONS DO NOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEALER. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION 1. Check spark. Remove spark plug. Reattach Engine will not start 1. No spark. 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. Push primer bulb until bulb is full of fuel. If bulb 2. No fuel. does not fill, primary fuel delivery system is
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WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT B. Wear items – Bump Knobs, Outer Spools, Cutting Lines, Inner Reels, Starter Pulleys, Starter Ropes, Drive Homelite Consumer Products, Inc., (“Homelite”) warrants Belts, Tines, Felt Washers, Hitch Pins, Mulching Blades, to the original retail purchaser that this HOMELITE brand Blower Fans, Blower and Vacuum Tubes, Vacuum Bags outdoor product is free from defect in material and and Straps, Guide Bars, Saw Chains workmanship and agrees to repair or repla
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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-roa
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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 Every 25 Hours 25 Hours 50 Hours or Yearly or Yearly CATALYTIC MUFFLER ASSEMBLY ......
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL YARD BROOM II UT08514 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 1-800-242-4672 or visit us online at www.
