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769-10897 / 00

06/15

Operator’s Manual

R2MB

2-Cycle Electric Start Capable

Handheld Blower

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Safety  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Know Your Unit  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Specifications  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Oil and Fuel  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Starting and Stopping  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Maintenance  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Cleaning and Storage  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Warranty  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

SERVICE

IMPORTANT: Read this manual thoroughly before using this product. Follow all instructions.

DO NOT RETURN THIS UNIT TO THE RETAILER. PROOF OF

PURCHASE WILL BE REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY SERVICE.

For assistance regarding the assembly, operation or maintenance of

the unit, please call 

1300 951 594. Additional information can be

found at 

www.rovermowers.com.au.

Warranty service is available through an authorized service center.

To locate a service center in your area, please visit our website or

call the number listed above. Service on this unit, both within and

after the warranty period, should only be performed by an

authorized and approved service center. When servicing, use only

identical replacement parts.

All information, illustrations, and specifications in this manual are based

on the latest product information available at the time of printing. We

reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
The product may vary slightly from the illustrations contained in this

manual.
Copyright© 2015 MTD SOUTHWEST INC, All Rights Reserved.

Summary of Contents for Rover R2MB

Page 1: ...unit please call 1300 951 594 Additional information can be found at www rovermowers com au Warranty service is available through an authorized service center To locate a service center in your area...

Page 2: ...DANGER symbol WILL result in serious injury or death to yourself or to others CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer birth...

Page 3: ...that may contain toxic materials Do not set the unit down on any surface while the unit is running Debris can be picked up by the air intake and thrown out the discharge opening resulting in damage t...

Page 4: ...children and pets at least 50 feet 15 m from the operating area HOT SURFACE WARNING Do not touch a hot muffler or cylinder You may get burned These parts get extremely hot from operation When turned...

Page 5: ...el Oil Ratio 40 1 Fuel Tank Capacity 14 oz 414 ml Approximate Unit Weight No fuel 9 5 10 5 lbs 4 3 4 8 kg Air Volume measured at outlet upper tube lower tube 650 500 350 cfm 18 14 10 m3 min Air Speed...

Page 6: ...lign the tab on the lower blower tube with the groove on the upper blower tube Fig 4 2 Push the lower blower tube onto the upper blower tube Fig 4 3 While holding the handle firmly turn the lower blow...

Page 7: ...s from the upper blower tube Fig 4 3 Remove the lower blower tube from the upper blower tube Removing the Upper Blower Tube 1 While holding the upper blower tube firmly carefully insert a flat head sc...

Page 8: ...with a fuel additive such as STA BIL Fuel Stabilizer or an equivalent Add 0 8 oz 23 ml of fuel additive per gallon of fuel according to the instructions on the container NEVER add fuel additives dire...

Page 9: ...stops during this time squeeze and hold the throttle control or move the cruise control to the FAST position Fig 6 then pull the starter rope in a controlled and steady motion until the unit starts 9...

Page 10: ...electric start accessory from the unit 11 Squeeze and hold the throttle control or move the cruise control to the FAST position Fig 6 Allow the engine to warm up for 30 to 60 seconds NOTE The engine i...

Page 11: ...e unit at the lowest speed needed to do the job Limit the number of pieces of power equipment used at any one time Use rakes or brooms to loosen debris before operation Use the cruise control to make...

Page 12: ...to the engine Engine failure due to improper air filter maintenance is not covered by the product warranty Cleaning the Air Filter 1 Open the air filter cover press in the lock tab and swing the air...

Page 13: ...g in the cylinder head Tighten the spark plug with a 5 8 inch socket turning it clockwise until snug NOTE If using a torque wrench torque to 110 120 in lb 12 3 13 5 N m Do not over tighten 7 Reattach...

Page 14: ...the fuel cap tip the unit and drain the fuel into an approved container Reinstall the fuel cap 2 Start the engine and allow it to run until it stalls This ensures that all fuel has been drained from t...

Page 15: ...add fresh properly mixed fuel The air filter is dirty Clean or replace the air filter PROBLEM SOLUTION The air filter is dirty Clean or replace the air filter The fuel is old over 30 days and or impr...

Page 16: ...Parts such as Blades Bump Knobs Outer Spools Cutting Line Inner Reels Starter Pulley Starter Ropes Drive Belts Saw Blades Guide Bars Cultivator Tines Tune ups Spark Plugs Carburettor Adjustments Filte...

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