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BL85
BACKPACK BLOWER

Summary of Contents for BL85

Page 1: ...BL85 BACKPACK BLOWER ...

Page 2: ...ctions in this manual may result in serious injury or death For additional assistance contact any local authorized Maruyama dealer MANUAL SAFETY SYMBOLS Throughout this manual and on the product itself you will find safety alerts and helpful information message preceded by symbols or key words The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what they mean to you Foreword 1 Opera...

Page 3: ... fin of cylinder etc are at high temperatures Don t touch them Prohibition of fire Don t put a naked flame close to a place where supplying fuel or doing maintenance Cautions for exhaust gas Take care not to breathe in exhaust gas from the engine Warning label Always remove dirt or mud to make the indications legible The following alarm labels are attached Alarm label MARKING MODEL NAME SERIAL No ...

Page 4: ... times 15 If the power blower should start to vibrate abnormally stop the engine immediately and check for the cause Vibration is generally a warning of trouble 16 Avoid using the power blower near rocks gravel stones and similar matter in order to avoid dangerous flying debris 17 Use the power blower only in daylight or good artificial light 18 Do not allow bystanders in work area 19 Do not opera...

Page 5: ...wivel pipe see sketch page 5 STEP 4 Slide handle over swivel pipe and tighten retainer knob see sketch page 5 SPECIFICATIONS Models Dimensions L x W x H Standard Dry Weight Engine Type Displacement Ignition System Carburetor Fuel Tank Capacity Fuel Mixture 14 4 x 19 1 x 20 1 in 365 x 485 x 535 mm BL85 21 1 lbs 9 6 kg Kawasaki 2 Stroke Air cooled TK65 for EPA 64 7 cc Electric All position diaphragm...

Page 6: ...ip to the position in the illustration and tighten knob to secure in place When the power blower is strapped to the back of the operator the throttle lever of is located on the tube SHOULDER STRAPS SERIAL NUMBER BLOWER HOUSING BACK PAD HIP BELT Accessories RECOIL STARTER ENGINE BLOWER HOUSING BAND AIR CLEANER PRIMER BULB RETURN PIPE FUEL TANK FLEXIBLE PIPE SWIVEL PIPE BENT PIPE STRAIGHT PIPE THROT...

Page 7: ...ng parts of the engine i e crankshaft bearings piston pin bearings and piston to cylinder wall contact surfaces require oil mixed with the gasoline for lubrication Failure to add oil to the gasoline or failure to mix oil with the gasoline at the appropriate ratio will cause major engine damage which will void your warranty For your fuel premix only use Maruyama 50 1 2 Cycle Oil or a quality oil de...

Page 8: ...hen refilling the Backpack Blower fuel tank clean around the fuel tank cap to prevent dirt and debris for entering the tank during cap removal Always shake the premix fuel container momentarily before filling the fuel tank Always use a spout or funnel when fueling to reduce fuel spillage Only fill the tank to within 1 2 inch from the top of the tank Avoid filing to the top of the tank filler neck ...

Page 9: ...y up ward to the closed position If the engine is already warm only a partial or open no choke choke setting may be required STEP 3 Set the throttle lever at 1 2 speed Standard HIGH SPEED IDLE SPEED STOP CAUTION Press down the AIR FILTER COVER and Pull the STARTER GRIP briskly to start the engine NOTE Only short pulls are necessary Never pull the starter cord to its fullest extension Never let go ...

Page 10: ...ver operate a power blower without proper guards or other protective safety devices in place WARNING To prevent overheating and engine seizure cooling air comes from the intake grille of the fan housing and is pushed by the blower fan through an opening in the fan housing over the cylinder fin area taking away combustion heat The grille and cylinder fins must be kept clean of grass dust and any de...

Page 11: ...k plug should be removed from the engine and checked after each fifty 50 hours of use The tips can be cleaned with a stiff brush Adjust the gap to 0 6 0 7 mm see sketch Replace the spark plug if it is oil fouled or damaged CAUTION The correct torque for the spark plug is 12 17 N m 1 2 1 7kg m Do not over tighten FUEL FILTER The fuel filter should be cleaned and inspected for damage after each twen...

Page 12: ...ing of all fasteners for correct tightness and cleaning the entire machine Contact an authorized MARUYAMA dealer for additional maintenance suggestions STORAGE For long term storage of the power blower first perform all regular maintenance procedures and needed repairs Empty the fuel tank Disconnect the fuel supply line from the carburetor and depress the primer bulb until fuel stops discharging f...

Page 13: ... in the state of California the engine included catalytic converter system and the fuel tank includes low evaporative emission system MAINTENANCE AND WARRANTY Proper maintenance is necessary to ensure that your engine will continue to have low emission levels This Owners Manual contains those maintenance recommendations for your engine Those items identified by the Periodic Maintenance Chart are n...

Page 14: ...ylinder crankshaft bearings and connecting rod bearings Recommended Engine Oil 2 stroke air cooled brand oil Gasoline and engine oil mixing ratio 50 1 gasoline 50 2 stroke Engine Oil 1 NOTE Do not mix gasoline and oil directly in the fuel tank The lubricative quality of this mixture deteriorates rapidly Do not use gasoline that has been stored longer than two months To ensure proper starting at lo...

Page 15: ...Maruyama engine dealer Service more frequently under dusty conditions Always remove the spark plug cap from spark plug when servicing the engine to prevent accidental starting WARNING MAINTENANCE Interval Daily First Every Every Every 20 hours 20 hours 50 hours 100 hours Check and replenish fuel Check for fuel leakage Check bolts nuts and screws for looseness and loss Clean fuel filter Clean air f...

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