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Description of symbols 

The rating plate on your tool may show symbols.  

These represent important information about the product  

or instructions on its use. 

Conforms to relevant standards for  

electromagnetic compatibility

Wear hearing protection. 
Wear eye protection. 
Wear breathing protection.

Noise label rating 85dBA  

(taken at 7.5 meters) you must wear  

ear protection at all times.

Warning. 

Read these instructions for use carefully. 

Use at a distance of at least 15m from  

other people.

Blowers and blower vacuums.  

Rotating impeller blades can cause sever injury.  

 

Explosive material.

Extremely hot surface. Do not touch a hot muffler, 

gear box or cylinder. You may get burned. These 

parts get extremely hot from operation and remain 

hot a short time after the unit is turned off. 

Specifications

Engine:  

26cc, 2 stroke

Max. airflow velocity:  

234km/h

Max. air volume (wide nozzle):  0.18m

3

/s

Max. engine speed:  

8000min

-1

Fuel tank capacity:  

700ml

Fuel type:  

Unleaded petrol and  

   

2 stroke machine oil

Fuel mixture: 

Unleaded petrol/oil: 30:1 

Equivalent spark plug:  

CHAMPION CJ8  

   

NGK BM6A

Sound pressure value:  

85dBA

Weight:  

5 kg

Noise label rating 85dBA (taken at 7.5 meters) you must 

wear ear protection at all times.

Introduction

Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy 

your expectations. It has been manufactured under 

stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior 

performance criteria.
You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate, 

and, with proper care, it will give you many years 

of dependable service.

CAUTION.

 

Carefully read through this entire Instruction 

Manual before using your new GMC Power Tool. Take 

special care to heed the Cautions and Warnings.
Your GMC power tool has many features that will make 

your job faster and easier. Safety, performance, and 

dependability have been given top priority in the 

development of this tool, making it easy to maintain 

and operate.

Environmental protection

Recycle unwanted materials instead 

of disposing of them as waste. All tools, 

hoses and packaging should be sorted, 

taken to the local recycling centre and 

disposed of in an environmentally safe way.

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Summary of Contents for PB26CC

Page 1: ...1 26CC FULL CRANK PETROL BLOWER PB26CC INSTRUCTION MANUAL Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Code PB26CC Date 080904 Edition 6 Op DCR ...

Page 2: ...wer tool is covered under this warranty With continuing product development changes may have occurred which render the product received slightly different to that shown in this instruction manual Please ensure that you store your receipt in a safe place Conditions apply to the above warranty For full details of the warranty terms and conditions please refer to our website www gmcompany com For pro...

Page 3: ...d petrol and 2 stroke machine oil Fuel mixture Unleaded petrol oil 30 1 Equivalent spark plug CHAMPION CJ8 NGK BM6A Sound pressure value 85dBA Weight 5 kg Noise label rating 85dBA taken at 7 5 meters you must wear ear protection at all times Introduction Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy your expectations It has been manufactured under stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior ...

Page 4: ...e and avoid creating any source of ignition until the fuel has evaporated and the vapour dispersed Replace all fuel tanks and containers caps securely Substitute faulty silencers Before use always inspect the machine and check that the screws are not worn or damaged It is advisable to wear suitable eye protection when operating the blower Maintenance and storage Keep all nuts bolts and screws tigh...

Page 5: ... a hazardous location Such areas include where there is a risk of explosion of petrol fumes leaking gas or explosive dust Do not operate in a confined area Exhaust gases smoke or fumes could reach dangerous concentrations Protect your blower This blower is NOT WEATHERPROOF and should not be exposed to direct sunlight high ambient temperature and damp wet or high humidity conditions Do not smoke wh...

Page 6: ...er is faulty or that a part is missing If you find anything wrong do not operate the tool until the parts have been replaced or the fault has been rectified Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury Contents of carton Tube 2 pieces Screws for tube assembly Fuel mixing bottle ...

Page 7: ...andle 3 Motor 4 Straight tube 5 Nozzle tube 6 Recoil starter 7 Petrol cap 8 Spark plug 9 Primer 10 Air filter cover 11 Outlet exhaust 12 OFF button 13 Tube locking screw 14 Fuel tank 15 Choke 16 Sliding throttle lock 9 11 4 5 12 7 1 2 3 6 8 15 14 10 16 13 ...

Page 8: ...es pre mixing fuel with 2 stroke oil 1 Use fresh unleaded petrol You must use 100 synthetic oil specifically made for heavily stressed two stroke engines 2 Mix the petrol and oil in an approved container Never mix fuel directly in the blower fuel tank WARNING Never use any type of pre mixed fuel oil direct from fuel stations This may include special blends intended for use in mopeds motorcycles et...

Page 9: ...proved container Never place flammable material close the engine muffler Do not use petrol which contains ethanol or methanol as it may damage the fuel lines and other engine parts Mix only enough fuel for your immediate needs If fuel must be stored longer than 30 days it should first be treated with a stabilizer or similar product Operation Choke control If the engine is cold you will need to use...

Page 10: ...e blower without a properly functioning muffler and spark arrestor installed Use of the petrol blower The GMC petrol blower can efficiently move a wide variety of debris ranging from grass clippings to gravel As a general rule try to operate the blower at the lowers throttle setting necessary to get the job done Prior to use of the blower ensure you have read and understood this instruction manual...

Page 11: ...a hose to clean the unit Whenever the machine is not used for a long period of time proceed as follows Give the petrol blower an overall cleaning and a thorough check Empty the fuel tank completely then clean the carburettor and lines by running the blower until it stops from lack of fuel Protect all metal engine parts from corrosion by coating them with oil Remove the spark plug put several drops...

Page 12: ...s reached approximately 2 3 minutes Use a screwdriver to adjust the engine idle speed Turn the idle screw clockwise to increase engine idle speed Turn the idle screw counter clockwise to decrease engine idle speed IMPORTANT Blower tubes and intake cover must be installed while adjusting engine idle speed Engine idle speed will also be affected if either the intake cover or blower tubes are blocked...

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Page 16: ...land 7am 7pm 7days a week AEST Please note that if repair is required you must provide a valid original purchase receipt You will need the following details at hand to log your service request Personal details First Last name address pick up address contact phone numbers email address Product details Product number date of purchase retailer bought from State postcode receipt number reason for the ...

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