OPERATOR???S MANUAL
26cc MightyLite Blower
UT08520/UT08921
(ALL VERSIONS)
Your blower has been engineered and manufactured to Homelite???s high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged,
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 product.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
This product has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate.
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general safety rules
WARNING:
Read and understand all instructions.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
Save These Instructions
???Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use this unit.
???Never start or run the engine inside a closed area; breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
?????? Wear eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1 as well as hearing protection when operating this product.
???Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50 ft. away.
???Wear heavy long pants, boots, and gloves. Do not wear loose fitting clothing, short pants, jewelry of any kind, or go barefoot.
???To reduce the risk of injury associated with objects being drawn into rotating parts, do not wear loose clothing, scarves, neck chains, and the like.
?????? Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent entanglement in any rotating parts.
?????? Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
???Do not operate in poor lighting.
???Keep all parts of your body away from any moving parts and all hot surfaces of the unit.
???Wear a face filter mask in dusty conditions to reduce the risk of injury associated with the inhalation of dust.
???Check 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.
???Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Overreaching can result in loss of balance or exposure to hot surfaces.
???Never operate the unit without a spark arrestor screen; this screen is located inside the muffler.
???Product users on United States Forest Service land, and in some states, must comply with fire prevention regulations. 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.
???Before storing, allow the engine to cool.
?????? Empty fuel tank and restrain the unit from moving before transporting in a vehicle.
???To reduce the risk of fire and burn injury, handle fuel with care. It is highly flammable.
???Do not smoke while handling fuel.
???Mix and store fuel in a container approved for gasoline.
???Mix fuel outdoors where there are no sparks or flames.
???Select bare ground, stop engine, and allow to cool before refueling.
?????? Loosen fuel cap slowly to release pressure and to keep fuel from escaping around the cap.
???Tighten the fuel cap securely after refueling.
???Wipe spilled fuel from the unit. Move 30 ft. away from refueling site before starting engine.
???Never attempt to burn off spilled fuel under any circumstances.
???Use only identical manufacturer???s replacement parts and accessories. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage.
???Maintain the unit per maintenance instructions in this Operator???s Manual.
???Inspect the unit before each use for loose fasteners, fuel leaks, etc. Replace damaged parts.
specific safety rules
???Always hold the control handle in your right hand; refer to the Operation section later in this manual for additional instructions.
???To reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with sound level(s), hearing protection is required.
???To reduce the risk of injury associated with contacting rotating parts, stop the engine before installing or
removing attachments. Always disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance or accessing any movable parts.
???Do not point the blower nozzle in the direction of people or pets.
?????? Never run the unit without the proper equipment attached. Always ensure the blower tubes are installed.
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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.
Use unleaded gasoline intended for motor vehicle use with an
Gasoline and Lubricant octane rating of 87 [(R + M)/2] or higher. This product is powered by a
lubricant.
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symbols
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
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.
CAUTION: (Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in property damage.
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. If you do not understand the warnings and instructions in the operator???s manual, do not use this product. Call Homelite customer service for assistance.
WARNING:
The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and, when needed, a full face shield. We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always use eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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primer bulb
STARTER GRIP
choke dial
blower tube
Fig. 1
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features
KNOW YOUR blower
See Figure 1.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and in this operator???s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules.
Rotochoke??? Zip Start???
The rotochoke zip start allows for easier and quicker starting.
assembly
UNPACKING
This product requires assembly.
nCarefully remove the product and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included.
nInspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.
nDo not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the product.
nIf any parts are damaged or missing, please call
PACKING LIST
Blower
Blower Tube
Handle and Screw
Operator???s Manual
WARNING:
If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this product until the parts are replaced. Failure to heed this warning could result in possible serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories 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 the Operator???s Manual.
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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 TUBE
See Figure 2.
???Align the flat side of the blower tube with the flat side of the blower.
NOTE: Homelite logo will be face up.
???Push blower tube into blower housing until the tube latch snaps into place.
???To remove the tube, lift the tube latch with a screwdriver and remove tube from the blower housing outlet.
Attaching the handle
See Figure 3.
???Position handle so that the screw hole is facing outward.
???Insert handle into blower handle compartment until the handle snaps into place.
???Secure handle in place with the provided screw.
snap
blower tube
Fig. 2
handle
screw hole
screw
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snap
Fig. 3
operation
WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with product to make you careless. 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.
APPLICATIONS
You may use this product for the purposes listed below:
???Clearing leaves and other debris from your lawn
???Keeping decks and driveways free from grass clippings, leaves, pine needles, and other debris
FUELING AND REFUELING
FUEL MIXTURE
This product is powered by a
Recommended fuel: This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline intended for automotive use.
Mix Homelite Premium Exact Mix lubricant with gasoline according to the instructions on the package. If Premium Exact Mix lubricant is not available, use a high quality synthetic
Do not use automotive lubricant or
NOTE: Premium Exact Mix fuel mix will stay fresh up to 30 days. DO NOT mix quantities larger than usable in a 30 day period.
PREMIUM EXACT MIX (50:1)
GasolineLubricant
FILLING TANK
???Position the product on its side with the fuel cap pointing upward.
???Clean surface around fuel cap to prevent contamination.
???Loosen fuel cap slowly. Rest the cap on a clean surface.
???Carefully pour fuel into the tank. Avoid spillage.
???Immediately replace fuel cap and hand tighten. Wipe up any fuel spillage.
NOTE: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new engine after first use.
WARNING:
Always shut off engine before fueling. Never add fuel to a machine with a running or hot engine. Move at least 30 ft. from refueling site before starting engine. Do not smoke!
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operation
STARTING AND STOPPING
See Figures 4 - 6.
Starting the product differs depending on whether the engine is cold or warm. Blower should be on a flat, bare surface for starting.
TO START A COLD ENGINE:
???Place the throttle/stop lever in the high speed ( ) position.
???Slowly press the primer bulb seven (7) times.
???Rotate the choke dial clockwise to the FULL CHOKE position.
???Pull the starter grip sharply until engine attempts to run (no more than 4 pulls).
???Rotate the choke dial to the counterclockwise HALF CHOKE position.
???Pull the starter grip sharply until the engine runs.
???Allow the engine to run for 10 seconds.
???Rotate the choke dial counterclockwise to the RUN ??position.
???Turn throttle/stop lever to desired speed.
NOTE: Move the throttle/stop lever to the () position to run the blower at high speed. Move the throttle/stop lever to the () position to run the blower at low speed. Blower speed decreases as the switch is moved closer to the low speed position and increases when the switch is moved closer to the high speed position.
TO START A WARM ENGINE:
???Rotate the choke dial counterclockwise to the RUN ??position.
???Place the throttle/stop lever in the high speed ( ) position.
???Slowly press the primer bulb seven (7) times.
???Pull the starter grip sharply until the engine runs.
TO STOP THE ENGINE:
See Figure 6.
Place the throttle/stop lever in the STOP (OFF) position.
if assistance is required STARTING THIS product:
Do not return this product to the retail store where it was purchased. Please call our Customer Service Department for any issues you may have.
For Help Call:
WARNING:
Keep away from all hot surfaces of the blower. Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury.
choke dial
run
THROTTLE/
STOP LEVER
half
CHOKE
full
CHOKE
Fig. 5
HIGH SPEED
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operation
OPERATING the blower
See Figures 7 - 8.
???WARNING:
Always hold the blower away from your body with the handle in your right hand, keeping clearance between your body and the product. Any contact with the housing can result in burns and/or other serious personal injury.
???To keep from scattering debris, blow around the outer edges of a debris pile. Never blow directly into the center of a pile.
???Operate 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.
?????? To reduce sound levels, limit the number of pieces of equipment used at any one time.
????????? Operate blower at the lowest possible throttle speed to do the job.
????????? Check your equipment before operation, especially the muffler, air intakes, and air filters.
????????? Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing.
?????? In dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces when water is available.
????????? 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.
?????? 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, CLEAN UP! Dispose of debris in trash receptacles.
Caution:
Do not place blower on top of or near loose debris. Debris may be sucked into blower intake vent resulting in possible damage to the unit.
proper operating position
intake vent
Fig. 7
Fig. 8
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maintenance
WARNING:
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, lubricant, grease, etc.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum- based products, penetrating lubricants, etc., come in con- tact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury.
Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should be replaced at an Authorized Service Center.
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.
choke dial cover
wavy washer
HEX
NUT
FILTER screen
BRUSH
FILTER
SCREEN
Fig.10
CLEANING THE AIR FILTER SCREEN
See Figures 9 - 10.
For proper performance and long life, keep the air filter screen clean.
???Remove the hex nut, wavy washer, flat washer, and choke dial cover.
???Brush the air filter screen lightly to clean.
???Reinstall the choke dial cover, flat washer, wavy washer, and hex nut.
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maintenance
SPARK PLUG
This engine uses a Champion RCJ6Y or equivalent spark plug with .025 in. electrode gap. Use an exact replacement and replace annually, or more frequently if necessary.
WARNING:
Be careful not to
CLEANING THE EXHAUST PORT AND
MUFFLER
Depending on the type of fuel used, the type and amount of lubricant used, and/or your operating conditions, the exhaust port and muffler may become blocked with carbon deposits. If you notice a power loss with your gas powered tool, you may need to remove these deposits to restore performance. We highly recommended that only qualified service technicians perform this service.
SPARK ARRESTOR
The spark arrestor must be cleaned or replaced every 25 hours or yearly to ensure proper performance of the product. Spark arrestors may be in different locations depending on the model purchased. Please contact the nearest service dealer for servicing your spark arrestor.
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.
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
storing the product
???Clean all foreign material from the product. Store it in a
???Abide by all Federal and local regulations for the safe storage and handling of gasoline.
WHEN STORING 1 MONTH OR LONGER:
???Drain all fuel from tank into a container approved for gasoline. Run engine until it stops.
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troubleshooting
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WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT
Homelite Consumer Products, Inc., (???Homelite???) warrants to the original retail purchaser that this HOMELITE brand outdoor product is free from defect in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace, at Homelite???s, discretion, any defective product free of charge within these time periods from the date of purchase.
???Two years for all models if used for personal, family, or household use;
???90 days for any unit used for other purposes, such as rental or commercial.
This warranty extends to the original retail purchaser only and commences on the date of the original retail purchase.
Any part of the this 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 without charge for parts and labor by a Homelite authorized service center.
The product, including any defective part, must be returned to an authorized service dealer within the warranty period. The expense of delivering the 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 brand product. Proof of purchase will be required by the dealer to substantiate any warranty claim. All warranty work must be performed by a Homelite authorized service center.
This warranty is limited to ninety (90) days from the date of original retail purchase for any HOMELITE brand product that is used for rental or commercial purposes, or any other
This warranty does not cover any HOMELITEbrand 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 product that is the result of improper maintenance or to any 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 brand product or adversely affect its operation, performance, or durability. In addition, this warranty does not cover:
A.
B.Wear items ??? Bump Knobs, Outer Spools, Cutting Lines, Inner Reels, Starter Pulleys, Starter Ropes, Drive Belts, Tines, Felt Washers, Hitch Pins, Mulching Blades, 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 brand 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
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 PRODUCT TO AN AUTHORIZED homelite SERVICE center 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 PROPERTY, 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 brand products manufactured by or for Homelite and sold in the United States and Canada.
To locate your nearest Homelite authorized service center, dial
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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
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the California Air Resources Board (CARB), and Homelite Consumer Products, Inc., are pleased to explain the Emissions Control System Warranty on your 2007 model year
Your emission control system may include parts such as the carburetor or fuel injection system, the ignition system, catalytic converters, fuel tanks, valves, filters, clamps, connectors, and other associated components. Also included may be hoses, belts and connectors, and other
Where a warrantable condition exists, Homelite Consumer Products, Inc., will repair your
MANUFACTURER???S WARRANTY COVERAGE:
This product???s emissions control system is warranted for two years. If any emission- related part on your engine is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by Homelite Consumer Products, Inc., free of charge.
OWNER???S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES
(a)As the
(b)As the
(c)You are responsible for presenting your
If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should contact a Homelite Consumer Products, Inc., Customer Representative at
DEFECT WARRANTY COVERAGE REQUIREMENTS:
(a)The warranty period begins on the date the engine or equipment is delivered to an ultimate purchaser.
(b)General Emissions Warranty Coverage. Homelite Consumer Products, Inc., war- rants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that your
(c)The warranty on
Homelite Consumer Products, Inc., shall remedy warranty defects at any authorized HOMELITE?? Authorized Service Center, including any distribution center that may be franchised to service the subject engines. Any diagnostic work done at a HOMELITE?? Authorized Service Center shall be free of charge to the owner if such work determines that a warranted part is defective. Any
The California Air Resources Board???s Emission Warranty Parts List specifically defines the
EMISSIONS PARTS LIST
Emissions parts vary from product to product. Your emissions control system warranty applies to any of the following components that may be included on your product:
(1)Fuel Metering System
(i)Carburetor and internal parts (and/or pressure regulator or fuel injection system).
(ii)Air/fuel ratio feedback and control system.
(iii)Cold start enrichment system.
(iv)Fuel Tank.
(2)Air Induction System
(i)Controlled hot air intake system.
(ii)Intake manifold.
(iii)Air filter.
(3)Ignition System
(i)Spark Plugs.
(ii)Magneto or electronic ignition system.
(iii)Spark advance/retard system.
(4)Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System
(i)EGR valve body and carburetor spacer, if applicable.
(ii)EGR rate feedback and control system.
(5)Air Injection System
(i)Air pump or pulse valve.
(ii)Valves affecting distribution of flow.
(iii)Distribution manifold.
(6)Catalyst or Thermal Reactor System
(i)Catalytic converter.
(ii)Thermal reactor.
(iii)Exhaust manifold.
(7)Particulate Controls
(i)Traps, filters, precipitators, and any other device used to capture particulate emissions.
(8)Miscellaneous Items Used in Above Systems
(i)Electronic controls.
(ii)Vacuum, temperature, and time sensitive valves and switches.
(iii)Hoses, belts, connectors, and assemblies.
Homelite Consumer Products, Inc., will furnish with each new engine written instruc- tions for its maintenance and use by the owner.
The Emissions Compliance Period referred to on the Emissions Compliance label indicates the number of operating hours for which the engine has been shown to meet Federal emission requirements. Category C=50 hours, B=125 hours, and A=300 hours.
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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 schedule below.
ALL
THE PARTS FIRST SCHEDULED REPLACEMENT WHICHEVER COMES FIRST.
MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR PURCHASE!
Go to www.homelite.com and register your new tool
Your product has been fully tested prior to shipment to ensure your complete satisfaction.
For any questions about operating or maintaining your product, call the Homelite Help Line!
To register your Homelite product or set up your eBox??? account by regular mail, please print the following infor- mation on a 3 in. x 5 in. card or standard postcard: your name, mailing address, phone numbers, email address, Homelite product(s) purchased with item number from package, and serial number for each product. Mail the card to: Homelite Consumer Products, Attn. Homelite Registration, 1428 Pearman Dairy Road, Anderson, SC 29625.To receive information on our company and products, please include the following statement on your registration card: ???Send me information on your products and company using the contact information I am providing with this product registration.???
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OPERATOR???S MANUAL
26cc MightyLite Blower
UT08520/UT08921
(ALL VERSIONS)
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
??? Parts and Service
Prior to requesting service or purchasing replacement parts, please obtain your model and serial number from the product data plate.
???SERIAL NUMBER
???How to obtain Replacement Parts:
Replacement parts can be purchased online at www.homelite.com or by calling
??? How to locate an Authorized Service Center:
Authorized Service Centers can be located online at www.homelite.com or by calling
??? How to obtain Customer or Technical Support:
To obtain Customer or Technical Support please contact us at
HOMELITE CONSUMER PRODUCTS, INC.
1428 Pearman Dairy Road
Anderson, SC 29625
Phone
www.homelite.com