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Professional 

Landscaping Tools

BB40

BACK PACK 

BLOWER

IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND

INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

DO NOT THROW AWAY

Summary of Contents for BB40

Page 1: ...Professional Landscaping Tools BB40 BACK PACK BLOWER IMPORTANT READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY DO NOT THROW AWAY ...

Page 2: ...s unit both within and after the warranty period should be performed only by a Cub Cadet Commercial dealer Proof of purchase will be required for warranty service Emission Control Information This engine is certified to operate on unleaded regular grade gasoline only A minimum of 87 octane of the antiknock index is recommended The antiknock index is posted on service station pumps in the United St...

Page 3: ... equipment SYMBOL MEANING Section 1 Safety Failure to obey a safety warning will result in serious injury to yourself or to others Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and personal injury Failure to obey a safety warning can result in injury to yourself and others Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and personal i...

Page 4: ...n anti vibration system does not guarantee avoidance of these problems Users who operate power tools on a regular basis must closely monitor their physical condition and the condition of this tool SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS While Operating Never start or run the unit inside a closed room or building Breathing exhaust fumes can kill Operate this unit only in a well ventilated outdoor area Wear safety ...

Page 5: ...ed to make usage as vibration free and comfort able as possible The vibration damping system reduces the transfer of vibrations Check the system often for cracks and distortion and make sure it is securely attached Muffler The muffler reduces noise levels and directs the engine s exhaust fumes away from the operator Never use a unit that has a defective muffler and check to see that the muf fler i...

Page 6: ...the blower at yourself or others Objects can be thrown from blower Do not operate unit without proper attachments and guards in place Safety and International Symbols This operator s manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product Read the operator s manual for complete safety assembly operating and maintenance and repair information SYMBOL MEANING...

Page 7: ...s 1 Spark plug 2 Choke 3 Starter handle 4 Muffler 5 Fuel tank 6 Fuel cap 7 Stop switch 8 Throttle lever control 9 Blow tube 10 Nozzle 11 Air filter 12 Shoulder Harness Know Your Unit Section 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 7 9 10 11 12 ...

Page 8: ...t the flexible tube A to the fan s outlet tube B 3 Slide the grooved end of the base tube C into the open end of the flexible tube and securely tighten the screws on the clamps NOTE The base tube is designed to swivel This allows you to direct air flow To avoid the tube slipping out the base middle and bent tubes must be tightly and perfectly inserted up to each stopper 4 Install the middle tube D...

Page 9: ...ard motor oil Never use oil intended for 4 stroke engines Mixture Fueling Always mix fuel and oil in a clean container that is intended for fuel Always begin by filling the container with half the amount of fuel required Then add the entire oil quantity Mix by shaking the mixture and then fill the container with the remaining amount of fuel Mix the fuel mixture careful ly before pouring it into th...

Page 10: ...osition 5 Grip the starter handle and slowly pull out the starter rope with your right hand until you feel some resistance After you feel resistance quickly and powerfully pull the starter cord 6 As soon as the engine fires reset the choke lever down into the OPEN position Pull the cord until the engine starts 7 When the engine starts quickly move the throttle to the full throttle position NOTE Do...

Page 11: ...able hours not early in the morning or late at night when people might be disturbed Comply with times listed in local ordinances Usual recommendations are 9 00 am to 5 00 pm Monday through Saturday To reduce noise levels limit the number of pieces of equipment used at any one time To reduce noise levels operate power blowers at the lowest possible speed to do the job Check your equipment before op...

Page 12: ... plug 7 Check and clean the muffler s spark arrestor screen if necessary this is not present on mufflers with catalytic converters Always wear protective gloves during maintenance operations Do not carry out maintenance when the engine is hot Weekly Maintenance 1 Check the starter the starter rope cord and the return spring 2 Make sure that the vibration damping elements are not damaged 3 Clean th...

Page 13: ...er cover is properly fitted Any carburetor adjustment performed with a dirty air filter will result in a leaner mixture when compared with the engine performance once the air filter is cleaned This can lead to serious engine damage Only start and use the unit when it is completely constructed If you use the unit without all its covers fitted you risk serious personal injury Muffler NOTE Some muffl...

Page 14: ...ir Filter The air filter should be cleaned regularly to remove dust and dirt This will help avoid Carburetor malfunction Problems with starting Unnecessary wear to engine parts Abnormal fuel consumption Clean the filter after every 25 hours of operation or more regularly if operating conditions are excessively dusty Cleaning the Air Filter Dismantle the air filter cover and remove the air filter W...

Page 15: ...ronic ET Ignition Switch Rocker Switch Spark Plug NGK BPMR7A Spark Plug Gap 0 02 in 0 5 mm Lubrication Fuel Oil Mixture Fuel Oil Ratio 50 1 Carburetor Manufacturer Membrane Walbro Fuel Tank Capacity 1 6 pints Catalytic Converter No Specifications Section 11 OTHER SPECIFICATIONS Approximate Unit Weight without fuel 8 Kg Noise pressure level measured according to EN31806 and ISO 7917 89 dB A Noise p...

Page 16: ... The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet Commercial LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States its possessions and territories Cub Cadet Commercial LLC warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two 2 years commencing on the date of original purchase and will at its option repair or replace free of charge an...

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