Snapper SB2000M User Manual

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Instruction Manual

Manual de Instrucciones

Manuel d’Instructions

SB2000M

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WARNING:

Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury .

ADVERTENCIA:

Lea el manual de instrucciones y siga todas las advertencias e instrucciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en lesiones graves.

AVERTISSEMENT:

Veuillez lire le manuel d’instructions et bien respecter tous les avertissements et toutes les instructions de sécurité. Tout défaut de le faire pourrait entraîner des blessures graves.

Electrolux Home Products 104 Warren Road Augusta, GA 30907

CopyrightE2004 ElectroluxHome Products, Inc.

530163810

2/2/04

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SAFETY RULES

WARNING:

Safety Rules and Precautions can result in serious injury.

KNOW YOURUNIT

Readyour instructionmanualcarefullyuntil

you completely understand and can follow all warningsandsafety rules beforeoperating the unit. Restrict unit to users who understand and

will follow all warnings and safety rules in this manual.

WARNING:

ing unit. Remove all debris and hard objects such as ro cks, glass, wire, etc. that can ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause injury or damage during operation.

Use your unit as a blower for:

Sweeping debris or grass clippings from

drivew ays, sidewalks, pat ios, etc. Blowing grassclippings, straw,or leavesinto

piles, aroun djoints, or b etween bricks.

Use your unit as a vacuum for:

Picking up dry material such as leaves,

grass, small twigs, and bits of paper. For best results during vacuum use, operate

your unit at high speed. Moveslowly backandforthover themate-

rial as youvacuum. Avoidforcingthe unit intoapileofdebris asthiscanclogtheunit. Keep the vacuum tubeabout an inch above

thegroundforbestresults.

PLAN AHEAD

Always wear eye protection when operat-

ing, servicing, or performing maintenance on unit.Wearing eye protection will helpto preventrocks ordebrisfrom beingblown or ricocheting into eyes and face which can result in blindness and/or serious injury. Eye protection should be marked Z87. Always wear foot protection. Do not go

barefoot or wearsandals. Always wear respirator orface mask when

working with unit in dusty environments. Secure hairabove shoulderlength. Secure

or remove jewelry, loose clothing, or clothing with loosely hanging straps, ties, tassels, etc. They can be caught in moving parts. Donot o perat eunitwhenyouaretired,ill, up-

set, or if you are under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication. Keep children, bystanders, and animals

away from workarea a minimum of 30feet (10meters)when startingor operatingunit. Do notpoint the blower nozzleinthe direction of people orpets.

HANDLEFUEL WITHCAUTION,ITIS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE

Eliminate all sourcesof sparks orflame (in-

cluding smoking, openflames, or workthat cancausesparks)intheareaswherefuel is mixed, poured, or stored.

Failure to follow all

Inspect area before start-

Mix and pour fuelin anoutdoor area; store

fuel ina cool,dry,wellventilatedplace;use an approved, marked container for all fuel purposes. Do not smoke while handling fuel or while

operating the unit. Make sure the unit is properly assembled

and in goodoperatingcondition. Do not fill fuel tank while engine is hot or

running. Avoidspilling fuel oroil. Wipeup fuelspills

before starting engine. Moveatleast10 feet(3 meters) awayfrom

fuel andfuelingsitebeforestarting engine. Always store gasoline in a container ap-

proved for flammable liquids.

OPERATE YOUR UNITSAFELY

WARNING:

opening the vacuum inlet door. The engine must be stopped and the impeller blades no longerturningtoavoidserious injury from the rotating blades.

Inspect unit before each use for worn,

loose, missing, or damaged parts. Do not use until unit is in proper working order. Keep outside surfaces free ofoil andfuel.

Never start or run engine inside a closed

room, building or other unventilated area. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill. To avoid static electricity shock, do not

wear rubber gloves or any other insulated gloves while operating unit. Do not set unit on any surface except a

clean, hard area while engine is running. Debris such as gravel, sand, dust, grass, etc.couldbe pickedupbytheair intakeand thrown out through discharge opening, damagingunit, property,or causingserious injury to bystanders or operator. Avoiddangerous environments.Donotuse

in unventilated areas or where explosive vapors or carbon monoxide build up could be present. Do notoverreach oruse fromunstable sur-

faces suchas ladders, trees,steep slopes, rooftops,etc.Keepfirmfootingandbalance at all times. Never place objects inside the blower

tubes; always direct the blowing debris awayfrompeople,animals,glass,andsolid objects such as trees, automobiles, walls, etc.Theforceofair cancauserocks,dirt,or sticks to bethrownortoricochetwhich can hurt people or animals, break glass, or cause other damage.

Never run unit without the proper equip-

ment attached.When using your unitas a blower,always install blowertubes. When usingyour unitasavacuum,always install vacuumtubesandvacuum bagassembly. Makesure vacuumbagassembly is completely zipped. Check air intake opening, blower tubes,

vacuum tubes,and elbow tubefrequently, always with engine stopped and spark

Stop the engine before

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plug disconnected. Keep vents and discharge tubesfree of debris which can accumulate and restrict proper air flow. Never place any object in the air intake

opening as this could restrict proper air flow and cause damage to the unit. Never use for spreading chemicals, fertil-

izers, orothersubstances whichmay contain toxic materials. To avoid spreading fire, do not use near

leaf or brush fires, fireplaces, barbecue pits, ashtrays, etc. Use onlyfor jobsexplainedin thismanual.

MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY

Have all maintenance other than the rec-

ommendedproceduresdescribedin theinstruction manual performed by an authorized service dealer. Disconnect spark plug before performing

maintenance except for carburetor adjustments. Use only recommended Snappe rt/Weed

Eater!replacementparts;use ofanyother parts may void your warranty and cause damage toyourunit. Empty fuel tank before storing the unit. Use

upfuel leftincarburetor bystartingengineand letting it run until it sto ps. Do not use any accessory or attachment

other than thoserecommendedbymanufacturer for use with your unit. Donotstore theunit orfuel ina closedarea

where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an openflamefrom hotwaterheaters,electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc. Store inadry area outof reach ofchildren.

SPECIAL NOTICE:

tions throughprolongeduse of gasolinepowered handtools could cause blood vessel or nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of peopleprone tocirculation disorders or abnormal swelling. Prolonged use in cold weatherhasbeenlinkedtoblood vesseldamagein otherwise healthypeople. Ifsymptoms occur such as numbness, pain, loss of strength, change in skin color or texture, or loss of feeling in thefingers,hands, or joints, discontinue the use of this tool and seek medical attention. An antivibration system does not guarantee the avoidance of these problems. Userswhooperatepowertoolson a continual and regular basis must monitor closely theirphysicalconditionandthe condition of this tool.

SPECIALNOTICE:

est Land and in some states, including California (Public Resources Codes 4442 and

4443),Idaho,Maine,Minnesota, NewJersey, Oregon, and Washington: Certain internal combustion engines operated on forest, brush,and/orgrass coveredlandin theabove areas are required to be equipped with a spark arresting screen, maintained in effectiveworkingorder,orthe enginemust beconstructed, equipped, and maintained for the preventionof fire. Checkwith yourstate orlocal authorities for regulations pertaining to these requirements. Failure to follow these requirementsis aviolationof thelaw.Thisunit is not factoryequipped with aspark arresting screen; however, a spark arresting screenis available asanoptional part.Ifasparkarresting screen is required in your area, contact your authorizedservice dealer forthe correct kit. Thespark arrestingscreen, blowertubes, andnozzles mustbeassembled to unit tobe in full compliance with regulations.

Exposure to vibra-

For userson U.S. For-

ASSEMBLY

WARNING:

the impeller blades have stoppedturning before opening the vacuum inlet door or attempting to insert or remove the vacuum or blower tubes. The rotatingblades can cause serious injury. Always disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance or accessing movable parts.

WARNING:

assembled, check each step to insure your unit is properly assembled and all fasteners are secure. Follow all safety information in the manual andon the unit.

A standardscrewdriver is required foras-

sembly.

BLOWERTUBEASSEMBLY

1. Align the rib on the blower tube with the groove in the blower outlet;slide the tube into place.

Stop engineand besure

If you receive your unit

Knobmust beloose enoughtoallow

NOTE:

blower tube to be inserted in blower outlet. Loosen knob by turningcounterclockwise.

2. Securethetubeby turningthe knobclockwise.

3. Toremove thetube, turntheknobcounterclockwise to loosen the tube; removethe tube.

VACUUM BAG ASSEMBLY

1. Open the zipper on the vacuum bag and insert the elbow tube.

2. Push the small end of the elbow tube through thesmall opening in the bag.

Groove

Blower Outlet

Blower Tube

Rib

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Elbow Tube

Zipper Opening

Makesureedgeofthesmallopening

NOTE:

is flush against the flared area of the elbow tube, and the rib on the elbow tube is on the bottom.

3. Closethezipper onthe bag.Makesurethe zipper is closed completely.

4. Remove blower tubefromengine.

Small Opening

Rib

4. Holdthevacuum inletcoveropenuntilupper vacuum tube is installed.

Vacuum Inlet

RetainingPost

Vacuum

Inlet

Cover

5. Placethe hooksof theupper vacuumtube on the retaining postsofthe unit.

6. Pivot the tube until it is secured to the blower unit by the vacuum inlet latch.

Groove

5. Inserttheelbowtube intothebloweroutlet. Make sure elbow tube rib is aligned with the blower outlet groove.

6. Turnknob clockwisetosecure elbowtube.

VACUUM TUBE ASSEMBLY

WARNING:

the impeller blades have stoppedturning before opening the vacuum inlet door or attempting to insert or remove the vacuum or blower tubes. The rotatingblades can cause serious injury.

1. Align the lower vacuum tube as shown. Push lowervacuumtube into uppervacuum tube.

Upper V acuum Tube

2. Insertthe tipof ascrewdriverinto thelatch area of thevacuum inlet.

Latch

Area

3. Gentlytiltthehandleof thescrewdrivertoward the back of the unit to release the latch while pullingup on the vacuum inlet cover with your other hand.

Stop engineand besure

Lower VacuumTube

Blower Outlet

Latch Area Vacuum

Inlet Cover

PIVOT

Inlet Cover

Latch

Hook

HOW TO CONVERT UNIT FROM VACUUM USE TOBLOWER USE

1. Remove the vacuum tubes by inserting the tip of ascrewdriver into the latcharea of the vacuum inlet.

2. Gently tilt handle of screwdriver toward the back of the unit to release the latch whilepullinguponthe uppervacuumtube with your other hand.

Latch Area

3. Remove the vacuum bag.

4. Close the vacuum inlet cover and make sure it is latched closed.

5. Reinstall the blower tube (see BLOWER TUBE ASSEMBLY).

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