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unit assembly

Note: Please refer to Parts List for correct part identification and placement.

FRONT WHEEL ASSEMBLY

Attach left and right caster brackets to caster wheel
using 3/8-18 x 2-1/4 bolt and lock nut. Insert bolt through
hole in bracket. Place caster wheel onto bolt. Place
other caster bracket onto bolt. Secure with lock nut. Do
not over tighten. Wheel must rotate freely. Place caster
brackets onto the threaded studs located near the dis-
charge on the front of the machine. Place flat washer
and split lock washer on each stud. 

Note: Angled edge

of mounting brackets should be upwards, with
holes toward bottom.

Fasten with two 5/16-18 hex

nuts. Do not tighten.

Check caster wheel for proper vertical alignment (cam-
ber), adjust as necessary, then tighten nuts.

SIDE AIR DEFLECTOR

Attach side air deflector to top of discharge chute by
aligning holes in deflector with threaded studs in top of
chute snout.  Fasten with two 5/16-18 hex nuts and split
lock washers.  

Note:  Deflector should be angled

downward.

HANDLE ASSEMBLY

The upper handles are shipped in the folded storage
position. To unfold, loosen two handle knobs and rotate
up to the operating position. The upper handles are
secured with four knobs. Insert two 5/16-18 x 2 curved
head bolts through the handles directly below the two
shipping knobs. Place one internal tooth lock washer on
each of the bolts. Thread knobs onto curved head bolts.
Tighten all four knobs securely.

Assembly complete.  Your unit is now ready to be started and checked for proper operation.
Some minor final adjustments may be required; see the Maintenance portion of this manual.

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Summary of Contents for ELBC6151BV

Page 1: ...TRUCTIONS OPERATOR S MANUAL PARTS LIST European Walk Behind Leaf Blower Series 1 Actual product may differ slightly from product pictured above Manual No 7078091 I R 09 14 04 Models Covered ELBC6151BV Part 7085911 ...

Page 2: ...e assembly please take a moment and record your model number and serial number below for future refer ence both numbers are located on the silver tag attached to the machine Model number_______________________________ Serial number________________________________ Also be sure to promptly fill out and return the warranty registration enclosed in your manual packet Your new blower requires very litt...

Page 3: ...r discharge direction and do not point it at anyone Do not operate the blower without deflec tors in place Never leave a running unit unattended Always stop engine before leaving unit Never operate with guards not securely in place Be sure all safety features are attached adjusted properly and func tioning properly Never operate with the discharge deflectors removed or altered Do not change the en...

Page 4: ...open flame such as in a water heater Allow unit to cool before storing Shut off fuel while storing or transporting Do not store fuel near flames or drain indoors Keep all hardware especially impeller bolt tight and keep all parts in good working condition Replace all worn or dam aged decals Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper oper ation regularly Clean leaves and debris from muffle...

Page 5: ...l alignment cam ber adjust as necessary then tighten nuts SIDE AIR DEFLECTOR Attach side air deflector to top of discharge chute by aligning holes in deflector with threaded studs in top of chute snout Fasten with two 5 16 18 hex nuts and split lock washers Note Deflector should be angled downward HANDLE ASSEMBLY The upper handles are shipped in the folded storage position To unfold loosen two han...

Page 6: ...EN START ING BEFORE STARTING ENGINE Be sure that the unit is completely assembled all fasteners are tightened securely and all safety guards and compo nents are in place Be sure to check engine s oil and fuel levels and add as needed See engine manual for recommended oil and gasoline specifications Never check the engine while it is running or while you are smoking Check only when engine is cold A...

Page 7: ...ervice nor is it equipped to perform any such service BLOWER OPERATION STARTING THE ENGINE cont Bracing unit with one hand on the upper handle and a foot on the right rear tire firmly grasp recoil handle and pull briskly You may have to pull several times before engine starts If engine fails to start within a reasonable amount of time discontinue and check engine manual for further instructions No...

Page 8: ...ntil tires stop slipping and trac tion is regained Be keenly aware of your surroundings while operating unit children and pets can pop out of nowhere Learn to listen to your machine being aware of what a well running unit sounds like can alert you to a potential prob lem A straining engine or clanging impeller means that trouble is almost sure to follow TO CHANGE AIR DISCHARGE DIRECTION To direct ...

Page 9: ... mate rials may result in a fire Store gasoline in a safe and approved container in a cool dry place Keep the unit and any fuel containers in locked storage to prevent children from playing and or tampering with them Do not store gasoline powered equipment or fuel containers in a basement or any closed area where heating or heat appliances or open pilot lights are present unless the fuel is comple...

Page 10: ...r broken bent or cracked blades also make sure impeller hub is securely tightened onto engine shaft bolt should be torqued to 15 ft lbs Pull recoil and check for bent engine shaft Contact dealer for repair or replacement if necessary Do not attempt to repair a damaged impeller or bent engine shaft Serious injury or equipment damage may result BEFORE REMOVING INTAKE BAFFLE OR ANY OTHER COMPONENT ST...

Page 11: ...11 6 illustrated parts list 33 ELBC6151BV ...

Page 12: ... Retaining TRU1500 62 19 3033017 1 WHEEL 6 00 x 1 50 Semi Pneumatic 20 3033101 1 BRACKET Caster RH 21 3033102 1 BRACKET Caster LH 22 91501 1 SCREW 3 8 16 x 2 1 2 Hex Head Cap GR5 23 91585 1 NUT 3 8 16 Hex Center Lock GR5 or B 3033003 1 ASSEMBLY Front Caster includes items 19 thru 23 24 DECAL See DECAL IDENTIFICATION 25 DECAL See DECAL IDENTIFICATION 26 3023270 1 ASSEMBLY Upper Handle Grip Narrow p...

Page 13: ...ROTTLE CONTROL B S 47 90505 1 SCREW 1 4 20 x 2 Hex Head Cap GR5 48 76978 1 NUT 1 4 20 Hex Nyloc 49 1717312 4 WASHER 5 16 Curved 7 decal identification 75893 EAR NOSE BREATHING PROTECTION REQUIRED LOCATED ON SIDE OF BLOWER HOUSING 75892 DANGER FLYING MATERIAL LOCATED ON SIDE OF BLOWER HOUSING 29776 EUROPEAN CERTIFICATION LOCATED ON REAR OF BLOWER HOUSING 22841 DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY LOCATE...

Page 14: ...t the operator s hand 16 m sec2 29490 MODEL YEAR 2004 LOCATED ON REAR OF BLOWER HOUSING 75760 SNAPPER LOGO LOCATED ON INTAKE BAFFLE ON APPLICABLE MODELS 1722551 SIMPLICITY LOGO LOCATED ON INTAKE BAFFLE ON APPLICABLE MODELS 3078075 GIANT VAC LOGO LOCATED ON INTAKE BAFFLE ON APPLICABLE MODELS 78068 NOISE RATING LOCATED ON REAR OF BLOWER HOUSING ...

Page 15: ...15 notes ...

Page 16: ...16 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS OPERATOR S MANUAL PARTS LIST European Walk Behind Leaf Blower Series 1 Manual No 7078091 I R 09 14 04 McDonough GA 30253 USA ...

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