.75
'N
OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT
for all seasons
LEAF
BLOWERS
Important:
Read Safety Rules and
Instructions Carefully
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
Model Numbers
245-692-000
245-693-000
245-694-000
24695S
Thank you for purchasing
an American-built product.
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FORM NO. 770-3990
INDEX
Safe Operation Practices.............................................. 3
Assembly Instructions................................................... 4
Operation..
Adjustments.................................................................. 6
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Insti uctions given with this symbol are
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for I lersonal safety. Be sure you follow
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LIMITEiD WARRANTY
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For one year from the date of ori'
repair or replace, at its option, free
part or parts found to be defective
the movement of any power equipr
chaser. Transportation charges for
ty must be paid by the purchaser ui
This warranty will not apply to any part which has become inoperative due to misuse, ex
cessive use, accident, neglect, im jroper maintenance, alterations, or unless the unit has
been operated and maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished. This warran
ty does not apply to the engine, mo tor, battery, battery chargeror component parts thereof.
Please refer to the applicable marufacturer’s warranty on these items.
jinal retail purchase, MTD PRODUCTS INC will either
of charge, F.O.B. factory or authorized service firm, any
in material or workmanship. Transportation charges for
lent unit or attachment are the responsibility of the purany parts submitted for replacement under this warraniless such return is requested by MTD PRODUCTS INC.
Maintenance and Lubrication
Off-Season Storage.............................................................. f
Illustrated Parts
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This warranty will not apply where the unit has been used commercially.
Warranty service is available through your local authorized service dealer or distributor. If
you do not know the dealer or distr butor in your area, please write to the Customer Service
Department of MTD.
The return of a complete unit wiN lot be accepted by the factory unless prior written per
mission has been extended by M'f D.
This warranty gives you specific I jgal rights. You may also have other rights which vary
from state to state.
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WARNING
This unit is equipped with an internal combuition engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved
forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered and unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark
arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective
working order by the operator.
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In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other
states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply c n federal lands. A spark arrester muffler is available at your nearest
engine authorized service center.
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IMPORTANT
It is suggested that this manual be read in its entirety before attempting to assemble or operate. Keep this
manual in a safe place for future reference and for ordering replacement parts.
This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE or OIL. After assembly, see separate engine manual for proper
fuel and engine oil recommendations.
SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR LEAF BLOWERS
1. Read this operating and service instructing manual
carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls
and proper use of the power leaf blower.
2. Never allow children to operate this power
leaf blower.
3. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children and pets.
4. Check fuel before starting engine. Do Not fill fuel
tank indoors, when engine is running, or while
engine is hot. Wipe off any spilled fuel before
starting engine.
5. Do Not change engine governor settings.
Do Not put hands near rotating parts for any
reason.
7. If the power leaf blower should start to vibrate
abnormally, stop the engine and check immediate
ly for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning
of trouble.
8. Before cleaning, repairing or inspecting make
certain ail moving parts have come to a complete
stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and keep wire
away from plug to prevent accidental starting.
Also keep throttle control lever in the stop
position.
9. If the power leaf blower should become blocked
with debris at any point, shut engine off and wait
until the impeller comes to a complete stop before
attempting to remove the.obstruction. Disconnect
spark plug wire to prevent accidental starting.
10. Check all bolts for tightness at frequent peroids.
11. Never store this power leaf blower with fuel in
the tank. Allow engine to cool before storing in
any enclosure.
12. Keep equipment free of debris when not in use.
13. Never operate this leaf blower unless impeller
guard and guard assembly are properly affixed in
their place.
14. Never change inlet nozzle or auxiliary hose
attachment when engine is running.
15. The manufacturer recommends that the operator
wear safety glasses or some other suitable eye
protection when operating this machine.
16. Exercise caution whenever operating leaf blower.
Do Not allow exhaust to be pointed in the
direction of persons.
17. No one should operate this unit while
intoxicated or while taking medication that impairs
the senses or reactions.
FIGURE 1.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE
Vacuum hose attachment 245-204-000
comes with model 694. It is optional
equipment on all other models.
CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK:
(See Figure 1)
A (2) Carriage Bolts
B (2) Hand Knobs
C (1) Hex Sems Bolt
FIGURE 2.
PARTS IN CARTON (See Figure 2):
D (1) Upper Handle
E (1) Directional Discharge
NOTE
The right and left side of your leaf
blower is determined from operator's
position.
1. Remove the leaf blower, hardware pack and all
literature from the carton before discarding
carton.
USE THIS
HOLE ONLY
FIGURE 3.
2. Figure 3 shows lower handle. Upper handle
mounts in center hole only.