OPERATOR’S MANUAL Vac Attack II Blower / Vacuum UT08934D Your blower / vacuum has been engineered and manufactured to Homelite’s high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. 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 blower.
TABLE OF CONTENTS n Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................................... 2 �n General Safety Rules ....................................................................................................................................................... 3 �n Specific Safety Rules.............................................................................................................
GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or carbon monoxide poisoning which will cause death or serious personal injury. n Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use this unit. n Never start or run the engine inside a closed area; breathing exhaust fumes can kill. n Wear eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.
SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Safety Alert Precautions that involve your safety. Read The Operator’s Manual To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator’s manual before using this product.
SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING 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.
FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Weight ..................................................................................................................................................................... 10.4 lbs. Engine displacement ....................................................................................................................................................30 cc Air Velocity: MPH ........................................................................................................
FEATURES KNOW YOUR BLOWER MULCHER/VACUUM BLOWER TUBE AND NOZZLE THROTTLE TRIGGER The blower tubes can be assembled and installed on the blower using no tools. The blower can be operated at any speed between idle and full throttle. CRUISE CONTROL / THROTTLE LOCK VACUUM BAG See Figure 1. Before attempting to use this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules.
ASSEMBLY 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. n Place clamp around the neck of the blower housing outlet. Do not tighten the wing nut yet. n Align 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. n Rotate the tube so the nozzle is pointing upward as shown. Tighten the wing nut securely.
OPERATION PREMIUM EXACT MIX™ (50:1) WARNING: GASOLINE 1 Gallon (US) 1 Liter Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury. OIL 2.6 oz. 20 cc (20 ml) FILLING THE TANK WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating power tools. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury.
OPERATION STARTING AND STOPPING See Figures 7 - 8. Starting the product differs if the engine is cold or warm. Refer to the label on the air filter base for choke positions A, B, and C. THROTTLE TRIGGER TO START A COLD ENGINE: n Place the blower on a flat, bare surface. PRIMER BULB n Push the primer bulb, slowly, 5 times. n Move the choke lever to the full choke position marked A. CHOKE LEVER n Squeeze the throttle trigger to full throttle position.
OPERATION n Operate blower at the lowest possible throttle speed to do the job. �n Check the equipment before operation, especially the muffler, air intakes, and air filters. WIDE SWEEPER NOZZLE �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.
OPERATION n Hold the engine higher than the inlet end of the vacuum tube. �n Always point vacuum tube downhill when working on a hillside. �n To avoid injury to the operator or unit, do not pick up rocks, broken glass, bottles, or other similar objects. �n If the vacuum tubes should clog, stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire before cleaning out the obstruction. �n Remove the vacuum tubes and clear the debris from the blower fan housing. Remove the bag and clear the tube.
MAINTENANCE 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: To avoid a fire hazard, never run the blower without the spark arrestor in place.
TROUBLESHOOTING IF THESE SOLUTIONS DO NOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM, CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICING DEALER. PROBLEM Engine will not start: CAUSE SOLUTION 1. No spark 2. No fuel 3. Flooded engine 4. Starter rope pulls harder now than when new 1. Check spark. Remove spark plug. Reattach the spark plug cap and lay spark plug on metal cylinder. Pull the starter rope and watch for spark at spark plug tip. If there is no spark, repeat test with a new spark plug. 2.
WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT Homelite Consumer Products, Inc. warrants to the original 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.
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 FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS NONROAD AND SMALL OFF-ROAD ENGINES The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the California Air Resources Board (CARB), and Homelite Consumer Products, Inc., are pleased to explain the Emission Control System Warranty on your nonroad or small off-road engine.
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 section below. EMISSIONS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AND WARRANTED PARTS LIST Emissions Parts Inspect Before Each Use Clean Every 5 Hours Replace Every 25 Hours or Yearly Clean Every 25 Hours or Yearly Replace Every 50 Hours CATALYTIC MUFFLER ASSEMBLY ........................
OPERATOR’S MANUAL Vac Attack II Blower / Vacuum UT08934D 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 SERVICE For parts or service, contact your nearest Homelite authorized service dealer. Be sure to provide all relevant information when you call or visit.