To service the air cleaner, refer to the separate engine manual packed with your unit. The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap reset once a season. Spark plug replacement is recommended at the start of each season; check engine manual for correct plug type and gap specifications. Clean the engine regularly with a cloth or brush. Keep the cooling system (blower housing area) clean to permit proper air circulation which is essential to engine performance and life. Be certain to remove all d

770-3095 INDEX Safe Operation Practices........................................3 Maintenance and Lubrication..................... Assembly Instructions............................................4 Off-Season Storage............................. Operation................................................................5 Illustrated Parts........................ 8, 9, 10 Adjustments............................................................6 Parts Information.......................Back Cover

Do Not allow exaust to be pointed in the direction of persons. 3 I FIGURE 1. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK: (See Figure 1.) A (2) Carriage Bolts B (2) Hand Knobs C (1) Hex Sems Bolt NOTE Vacuum hose attachment 244-204-000 comes with model 694. It is optional equipment on all other models. \ % FIGURE 2. PARTS IN CARTON (See Figure 2): D (1) Upper Handle E (1) Directional Discharge NOTE USE THIS HOLE ONLY The right and left side of your leaf blower is determined f

B. Connect lead wire. C. Clean, adjust gap or replace. See engine manual. 3. Hard starting or loss of power. A. Spark plug wire loose. B. Dirty air cleaner. A. Connect and tighten spark plug wire. B. Clean air cleaner as described in engine manual. .4. Engine overheats. A. Carburetor not adjusted properly. B. Air flow restricted. C. Engine oil level low. A. Adjust carburetor. See engine manual. B. Remove blower housing on engine and clean as described in the engine manual. C. Fill crankcase wi

Upper handle mounts in center hole only. 4 FIGURE 4. 3. Place the upper handle (D) over the lower handle, lining up the holes. Secure with carriage bolts (A) and hand knobs (B). See figure 4. -s DIRECTIONAL DISCHARGE (E) J 4. Slip end of directional discharge (E) over chute opening. Secure in position with hex sems bolt (C). See figure 5. FIGURE 5. OPERATION BEFORE STARTING ENGINE Service engine with gas and oil. See engine manual packed with leaf blower for complete instructions for

Start the engine. Allow it to run out of gas. Gasoline left in the engine will leave gum deposits in the carburetor and gas tank. 2. Clean engine of all foreign matter. 3. Lubricate cylinder by removing the spark plug and pour in one ounce of clean lubricating oil through the spark plug hole into the cylinder. Crank engine slowly to spread oil and replace spark plug. To start after storage, remove spark plug and rotate engine with starter to remove excess oil. A CAUTION FIGURE 7. When stor

1. Place the choke lever in Position 2. NOTE: The blue choke lever must be in Position 2 to remove the air filter/ muffler cover. 2. Remove the four (4) screws securing the air filter/muffler cover (Fig. 17). Use a T-20 Torx bit screwdriver. 3. Pull the cover from the engine. Do not force. Blue Choke Lever Screws Screws Position 2 Fig. 17 Cleaning the Air Filter Clean and re-oil the air filter every 10 hours of operation. It is an important item to maintain. Failure to maintain your air filter p

Using a light oil or silicone, coat the equipment, especially springs and bearings. 6 TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY \ i. Excessive vibration. A. Bent crankshaft. B. Vane plate out of balance. A. Replace crankshaft (should be done by an authorized service dealer). B. Replace vane plate. 2. Engine fails to start. A. Check fuel tank for gas. B. Spark plug lead wire disconnected. C. Faulty spark plug. A. Fill tank if empty. B. Connect lead wire. C. Clean, adjust gap or replace. Se

C. Faulty spark plug. A. Fill tank if empty. B. Connect lead wire. C. Spark should jump gap between control electrode and side electrode. If spark does not jump, replace the spark plug. 4. Hard Starting or loss of power. 1 A. Spark plug wire loose. B. Dirty air cleaner. A. Connect and tighten spark plug wire. B. Clean air cleaner as described in engine manual. 5. Engine Over- 1 heats. j j A. Carburetor not adjusted properly. B. Air flow restricted. C. Engine oil level low. A. Adjust carburetor

2. Unit running on CHOKE. 3. Blocked fuel line (if so equipped) or stale fuel. 4. Water or dirt in fuel system 5. Carburetor out of adjustment. 6. Dirty air cleaner. 1. Connect and tighten spark plug wire. 2. Move choke lever to OFF position. 3. Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean fresh gasoline. 4. Disconnect fuel line at carburetor to drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel. 5. Adjust carburetor.f Engine overheats 1. Carburetor not adjusted properly. 2. Engine oil level low. 1. Adjust carbu