EN - 7Fuel is highly flammable and its vapors canexplode. ONLY use approved fuel containers.• NO Smoking!• NO Sparks!• NO Flames!• Allow engine to cool before filling fueltank.Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on atruck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Alwaysplace containers on the ground away fromyour vehicle before filling.When practical, remove gas-poweredequipment from the truck or trailer and refuelit on the ground. If this is not possible, thenrefuel such equipment on a trailer with aportable container, rather than from agasoline dispenser nozzle.Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of thefuel tank or container opening at all times untilfueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.Use only an approved gasoline container withan appropriately sized dispensing spout.Check fuel supply before starting engine.DO NOT fill gasoline tank indoors, whenengine is running, or while engine is hot.Allow engine to cool several minutes beforeremoving fuel cap.Do not mix oil with gasoline.DO NOT overfill. Allow about 1/2” (12 mm) oftank space for fuel expansion.Replace gasoline tank cap securely andclean any spilled fuel before starting engine.If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothingimmediately.Properly remove fuel before tipping unit.NEVER store fuel inside where there is anopen flame, such as a water heater.ALWAYS drain fuel outdoors away fromignition sources.Never pick up or carry equipment while theengine is running.ALWAYS shut off engine and close fuelshutoff valve when transporting unit on atruck or trailer.Use at least two people when loading orunloading machine.DO NOT drop machine when loading orunloading or damage to rear axle may occur.The blower covered in this owner's guide isshipped complete in one box. Follow allinstructions on assembly very carefully.Carton ContentsUnitLiterature PackASSEMBLY(Figure 3)1. Remove all items from carton.2. Position blower on its wheels and chockwheels to keep unit stable.NOTE: DO NOT discard the carton or any ofthe inserts until the unit is completelyassembled.3. Remove four 5/16" hex bolts (item 4),four 5/16" locking hex nuts (item 2) andhandlebar brackets (item 5) that areloosely assembled on the handlebarsupports.Handle Assembly1. Mount handlebar (item 1) to thehandlebar supports (item 3) using four5/16" hex bolts, four 5/16" locking hexnuts and two handlebar brackets.2. Torque fasteners to 17 lbf-ft (1.9 N•m).Do not overtighten.ASSEMBLYWARNING: AVOID INJURY. Readand understand the entire Safetysection before proceeding.