WARNING:

READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Fail- ure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

nDo not allow children or untrained individuals to use this unit.

nNever start or run the engine inside a closed area; breath- ing exhaust fumes can kill.

???n Wear eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1 as well as hearing protection when operating this product.

nKeep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50 ft. away.

nWear heavy long pants, boots, and gloves. Do not wear loose fitting clothing, short pants, jewelry of any kind, or go barefoot.

nTo reduce the risk of injury associated with objects being drawn into rotating parts, do not wear loose clothing, scarves, neck chains, and the like.

???n Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent entanglement in any rotating parts.

???n Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.

nDo not operate in poor lighting.

nKeep all parts of your body away from any moving parts and all hot surfaces of the unit.

nWear a face filter mask in dusty conditions to reduce the risk of injury associated with the inhalation of dust.

nCheck the work area before each use. Remove all objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string which can be thrown or become entangled in the machine.

nKeep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Over- reaching can result in loss of balance or exposure to hot surfaces.

nNever operate the unit without a spark arrestor screen; this screen is located inside the muffler.

nProduct users on United States Forest Service land, and in some states, must comply with fire prevention regula- tions. This product is equipped with a spark arrestor; however, other user requirements may apply. Check with the federal, state, or local authorities in your area.

nBefore storing, allow the engine to cool.

???n Empty fuel tank and restrain the unit from moving before transporting in a vehicle.

nTo reduce the risk of fire and burn injury, handle fuel with care. It is highly flammable.

nDo not smoke while handling fuel.

nMix and store fuel in a container approved for gasoline.

nMix fuel outdoors where there are no sparks or flames.

nSelect bare ground, stop engine, and allow to cool before refueling.

???n Loosen fuel cap slowly to release pressure and to keep fuel from escaping around the cap.

nTighten the fuel cap securely after refueling.

nWipe spilled fuel from the unit. Move 30 ft. away from refueling site before starting engine.

nNever attempt to burn off spilled fuel under any circum- stances.

nUse only identical manufacturer???s replacement parts and accessories. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage.

nMaintain the unit per maintenance instructions in this Operator???s Manual.

nInspect the unit before each use for loose fasteners, fuel leaks, etc. Replace damaged parts.

nAlways hold the control handle in your right hand, refer to the Operation section, later in this manual for additional instructions.

nTo reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with sound level(s), hearing protection is required.

nTo reduce the risk of injury associated with contact- ing rotating parts, stop the engine before installing or

removing attachments. Always disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance or accessing any movable parts.

nDo not point the blower nozzle in the direction of people or pets.

???n Never run the unit without the proper equipment attached. Always ensure the blower tubes are installed.

SERVICE

Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should be performed only by a qualified service technician. For service we suggest you return the product to your nearest AUTHORIZEDSERVICECENTERforrepair.Whenservicing, use only identical replacement parts.

WARNING:

To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt to use this product until you read thoroughly and understand completely the operator???s manual. Save this operator???s manual and review frequently for continuing safe operation and instructing others who may use this product.

KNOW YOUR BLOWER

See Figure 1.

Before attempting to use this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules.

BLOWER TUBE AND NOZZLE

The blower tube and nozzle can be assembled and installed on the blower using no tools.

CRUISE CONTROL/THROTTLE LOCK

The cruise control (throttle lock) feature allows you to oper- ate the blower without continuously holding the throttle trigger.

MOTOR

The blower has a powerful 30cc engine with sufficient power to handle tough jobs.

THROTTLE TRIGGER

The blower can be operated at any speed between idle and full throttle.

WIDE SWEEPER NOZZLE

The wide sweeper nozzle allows for more area to be covered during blower operation.

UNPACKING

This product requires assembly.

nCarefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included.

nInspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.

nDo not discard the packing material until you have care- fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.

nIf any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-800-242-4672 for assistance.

PACKING LIST

Blower

Upper Blower Tube

Wide Sweeper Nozzle

Tube Clamp

2-Cycle Engine Oil

Operator???s Manual

WARNING:

If any parts are missing do not operate this tool until the missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury.

WARNING:

Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accesso- ries not recommended for use with this tool. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury.

NOTE: Read and remove all hang tags and store with your Operator???s Manual.

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

See Figure 2.

???n Screw the nozzle onto the upper blower tube and tighten securely. Check tightness after initial run and retighten if needed.

nPlace clamp around the neck of the blower housing outlet. Do not tighten the knob yet.

nAlign 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.

nRotate the tube so the nozzle is pointing upward as shown. Tighten the knob securely.

nTo remove the tubes, loosen the knob on the clamp. Rotate the tubes to unlock them and remove from the blower housing outlet.

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Fig. 2

WARNING:

Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you care- less. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury.

WARNING:

Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating this tool. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury.

WARNING:

Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline will burn you and others.

MIXING THE FUEL

This product is powered by a 2-cycle engine and requires premixing gasoline and 2-cycle oil. The mixture should be at a 50:1 ratio, using Premium Exact Mix??? 2-cycle engine oil. If Premium Exact Mix??? 2-cycle engine oil is not available, use a high quality 2-cycle engine oil, mixed at a 50:1 ratio. See chart later in this section.

TO MIX THE FUEL:

???n Use a clean container that is approved for use with gasoline.

???n Mix the Premium Exact Mix??? 2-cycle engine oil with unleaded gasoline in the container, according to the instructions on the oil package.

This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline intended for automotive use with an octane rating of 87 ([R + M] / 2) or higher. Do not use automotive oil or 2-cycle outboard oil.

NOTE: Premium Exact Mix??? fuel mixture will stay fresh up to 30 days. DO NOT mix quantities larger than usable in a 30 day period.

PREMIUM EXACT MIX??? (50:1)

FILLING THE TANK

WARNING:

Always stop the engine before filling the fuel tank. Never add fuel to a machine with a running or hot engine. Move at least 30 ft. from the refueling area before starting engine. Do not smoke while filling the tank.

nClean the surface around the fuel cap to prevent con- tamination.

nLoosen the fuel cap slowly by turning counterclock- wise.

nPour the fuel mixture carefully into the tank.

n???Clean and inspect the fuel cap gasket before replacing the fuel cap.

???n Replace the fuel cap and tighten it by turning it clock- wise.

???n Wipe spilled fuel from the product.

??????n Move at least 30 ft. away from refueling area before start- ing the product.

NOTE: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new engine during first use.

WARNING:

Check for fuel leaks. A leaking fuel cap is a fire hazard and must be replaced immediately. If you find any leaks, correct the problem before using the product. Failure to do so could result in a fire that could cause serious personal injury.

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STARTING AND STOPPING

See Figure 3.

Starting the product differs depending on whether the engine is cold or warm.

TO START A COLD ENGINE:

nPlace the blower on a flat, bare surface.

nMake sure cruise control is locked in the IDLE position. Do not engage the throttle trigger or cruise control during the start-up process.

nPush the primer bulb, slowly, 7 times.

nMove the choke lever to the full choke position marked

START.

nPull the starter rope until the engine runs.

nAllow the engine to run 15 seconds, then engage the throttle trigger to begin operation.

TO START A WARM ENGINE:

nMove the choke lever to the full choke position marked

START.

nPull the starter rope until the engine runs.

TO STOP:

See Figure 4.

Release the throttle trigger and push STOP on the engine switch.

THROTTLE

TRIGGER

PRIMER BULB

CHOKE LEVER

Fig. 3

TO STOP, PUSH

???STOP??? ON

ENGINE SWITCH

WARNING:

Keep away from all hot surfaces of the blower. Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury.

OPERATING THE BLOWER

See Figures 5 - 6.

???WARNING:

Always hold the blower away from your body, keeping clearance between your body and the product. Any con- tact with the housing can result in burns and/or other serious personal injury.

nHold the blower with the handle in your right hand. (Proper operating position is shown in figure 5.)

nTo keep from scattering debris, blow around the outer edges of a debris pile. Never blow directly into the center of a pile.

nOperate power equipment at reasonable hours only

??? not early in the morning or late at night when people might be disturbed. Comply with the times listed in local ordinances.

???n To reduce sound levels, limit the number of pieces of equipment used at any one time.

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PROPER OPERATING

POSITION

Fig. 4

Fig. 5

??????n Operate blower at the lowest possible throttle speed to do the job.

??????n Check your equipment before operation, especially the 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 gardens.

???n Watch out for children, pets, open windows or freshly washed cars, and blow debris safely away.

???n Use the full blower nozzle extension so the air stream can work close to the ground.

???n After using blowers or other equipment, CLEAN UP! Dispose of debris in trash receptacles.

???n The wide sweeper nozzle allows for large areas to be covered during blowing operation.

CRUISE CONTROL (THROTTLE LOCK)

See Figure 7.

The cruise control (throttle lock) can be used to operate the blower without continuously holding the throttle trigger.

TO ENGAGE THE CRUISE CONTROL:

???n For full throttle, depress the throttle trigger fully and slide the cruise control selector as far forward as possible.

nTo reduce engine speed, slide the cruise control selector toward the back of the blower until the desired speed is reached.

nTo release the cruise control, return the cruise control selector to the off position.

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WIDE SWEEPER

NOZZLE

Fig. 6

THROTTLE TRIGGER

CRUISE CONTROL

SELECTOR

(THROTTLE LOCK)

Fig. 7

When servicing, use only identical Homelite replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage.

WARNING:

Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.

WARNING:

Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum- based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury.

LUBRICATION

All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under normal operating conditions. Therefore, no further lubrication

is required.

For proper performance and long life, keep the air filter clean.

???n Push down on the latch of the air filter cover; carefully pull the top of the air filter cover so it pivots away from the base.

???n Remove the air filter and clean it in warm soapy water. Rinse and let dry completely.

???n Reinstall the air filter into the air filter base.

???n Pivot the cover back in place. Push the latch back into the slot and ensure the cover is locked in place.

NOTE: The filter should be replaced annually for best performance.

LATCH

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SPARK ARRESTOR

The muffler is equipped with a spark arrestor screen inside muffler body. After extended use the screen can become dirty and may need to have the muffler replaced by an authorized servicing dealer.

WARNING:

Never run the blower without the spark arrestor in place. Failure to do so could result in a fire that could cause serious personal injury.

CLEANING THE EXHAUST PORT AND

MUFFLER

Depending on the type of fuel used, the type and amount of oil used, and/or your operating conditions, the exhaust port and muffler may become blocked with carbon deposits. If you notice low power from the blower, have a qualified service technician check the exhaust port and muffler for carbon deposits. Removing the carbon deposits should restore performance to the blower.

FUEL CAP

WARNING:

A leaking fuel cap is a fire hazard and must be replaced immediately. Failure to do so could result in a fire that could cause serious personal injury.

The fuel cap contains a non-serviceable filter and a check valve. A clogged fuel filter will cause poor engine performance. If performance improves when the fuel cap is loosened, the check valve may be faulty or filter clogged. Replace the fuel cap if required.

SPARK PLUG

This engine uses a Champion RCJ-6Y with 0.63 mm (0.025 in.) electrode gap. Use an exact replacement and replace annually.

WARNING:

Be careful not to cross-thread the spark plug. Cross- threading will seriously damage the product.

STORAGE (1 MONTH OR LONGER)

???n Drain all fuel from the tank into a container approved for gasoline. Run engine until it stops.

???n Clean all foreign material from the blower. Store it in a well-ventilated place that is inaccessible to children. Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.

???n Abide by all Federal and local regulations for the safe storage and handling of gasoline. Excess fuel should be used up in other 2-cycle engine powered equipment.

LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT

HomeliteConsumerProducts,Inc.warrantstotheoriginal retail purchaser that this HOMELITE product is free from defect in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace, at Homelite Consumer Products, Inc.???s discretion, any defective product free of charge within these time periods from the date of purchase.

n???One year for the following units: Yard Broom, Trimlite and Bandit;

n???Two years if the product is used for personal, family or household use;

???n 90 days, if used for any other purpose, such as commercial or rental.

This warranty extends to the original retail purchaser only and commences on the date of the original retail purchase.

Any part of the HOMELITE product manufactured or supplied by HOMELITE and found in the reasonable judgment of HOMELITE to be defective in material or workmanship will be repaired or replaced by an authorized HOMELITE service dealer without charge for parts and labor.

The product, including any defective part, must be returned to an authorized service dealer within the warranty period. The expense of delivering the HOMELITE product to the dealer for warranty work and the expense of returning it back to the owner after repair or replacement will be paid by the owner. HOMELITE???S responsibility in respect to claims is limited to making the required repairs or replacements and no claim of breach of warranty shall be cause for cancellation or rescission of the contract of sale of any HOMELITE product. Proof of purchase will be required by the dealer to substantiate any warranty claim. All warranty work must be performed by an authorized HOMELITE service dealer.

This warranty is limited to ninety (90) days from the date of original retail purchase for any HOMELITE product that is used for rental or commercial purposes, or any other income-producing purpose.

This warranty does not cover any HOMELITE product that has been subject to misuse, neglect, negligence, or accident, or that has been operated in any way contrary to the operating instructions as specified in this operator???s manual. This warranty does not apply to any damage to the HOMELITE product that is the result of improper maintenance or to any HOMELITE product that has been altered or modified. The warranty does not extend to repairs made necessary by normal wear or by the use of parts or accessories which are either INCOMPATIBLE WITH THE HOMELITE product or adversely affect its operation, performance, or durability.

In addition, this warranty does not cover:

A.Tune-ups ??? Spark Plugs, Carburetor, Carburetor Adjustments, Ignition, Filters

B.Wear items ??? Bump Knobs, Outer Spools, Cutting Lines, Inner Reels, Starter Pulleys, Starter Ropes, Drive Belts, Tines,FeltWashers,HitchPins,MulchingBlades,Blower Fans, Blower and Vacuum Tubes, Vacuum Bags and Straps, Guide Bars, Saw Chains

HOMELITE reserves the right to change or improve the design of any HOMELITE product without assuming any obligation to modify any product previously manufactured.

ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION

TO THE STATED WARRANTY PERIOD. ACCORDINGLY,

ANY SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING

MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR

PURPOSE, OR OTHERWISE, ARE DISCLAIMED IN

THEIR ENTIRETY AFTER THE EXPIRATION OF THE

APPROPRIATE TWO-YEAR, ONE-YEAR, OR NINETY DAY

WARRANTY PERIOD. HOMELITE???S OBLIGATION UNDER

THIS WARRANTY IS STRICTLY AND EXCLUSIVELY

LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF

DEFECTIVE PARTS AND HOMELITE DOES NOT ASSUME

OR AUTHORIZE ANYONE TO ASSUME FOR THEM ANY

OTHER OBLIGATION. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW

LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY

LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY

TO YOU. HOMELITE ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY

FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR OTHER

DAMAGES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, EXPENSE

OF RETURNING THE HOMELITE PRODUCT TO AN

AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEALER AND EXPENSE OF

DELIVERING IT BACK TO THE OWNER, MECHANIC???S

TRAVEL TIME, TELEPHONE OR TELEGRAM CHARGES,

RENTAL OF A LIKE PRODUCT DURING THE TIME

WARRANTY SERVICE IS BEING PERFORMED, TRAVEL,

LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PERSONAL PROPERLY, LOSS

OF REVENUE, LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, LOSS

OF TIME, OR INCONVENIENCE. SOME STATES DO

NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF

INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE

ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY

TO YOU.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

This warranty applies to all HOMELITE products manufactured by HOMELITE and sold in the United States and Canada.

To locate your nearest service dealer, dial 1-800-242-4672 or log on to our website at www.homelite.com.

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For any questions about operating or maintaining your product, call the Homelite?? Help Line!

Your product has been fully tested prior to shipment to ensure your complete satisfaction.