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Section 4

 CAUTION

Do not attempt to operate this blower unless you 
have  read  this  manual.  Learn  the  location  and 
purpose  of  all  controls  and  instruments  before 
you operate. 

CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENT 

4.1 
IDENTIFICATION 

Before  operating  the  blower,  familiarize  yourself  with  all 
blower and engine controls. Knowing the location, function 
and operation of these controls is important for safe and 
efficient operation.

Ignition Switch (Figure 4-1).

1. 

  The ignition switch 

is used to start the engine. Turn the knob to the on 
position before pulling the recoil starter.

Engine Choke Control (Figure 4-1).

2. 

  Used to start 

a cold engine.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Engine Throttle Control (Figure 4-1).

3. 

  Used to 

control the engine speed. Pushing the lever forward 
increases engine speed. Pulling the lever back 
decreases engine speed. Full back position is the 
IDLE position.

Fuel Control Lever (Figure 4-1). 

4. 

 Used to control 

the fuel supply to the engine.

Discharge Air Control Lever (Figure 4-1). 

5. 

 Used 

to control the discharge air stream. Lower air stream 
helps loosen up and move heavy debris such as wet 
leaves. Higher air stream helps prevent material blow 
back.

INITIAL RUN-IN PROCEDURES

4.2 

FIRST DAY OF USE OR APPROXIMATELY 20 HOURS

Change the engine oil and oil filter after the first 20 

1. 

hours of operation. (See Section 5.2.)

Check for loose hardware. Tighten as needed.

2. 

Check tire pressure. Adjust pressure if necessary. 

3. 

(See Section 5.5.)

IGNITION
SWITCH

FUEL CONTROL

LEVER

ENGINE CHOKE

CONTROL

ENGINE THROTTLE 
CONTROL

DISCHARGE AIR
CONTROL

Controls and Instruments

Figure 4-1. 

Summary of Contents for Giant-Vac LBX15-EX27

Page 1: ...s and safety information for your Scag Giant Vac blower Reading this manual can provide you with assistance in maintenance and adjustment procedures to keep your blower performing to maximum efficienc...

Page 2: ...stop the machine and remove the spark plug wire If a mechanism becomes clogged stop the engine before cleaning Keep hands feet and clothing away from power driven parts REMEMBER YOUR BLOWER IS ONLY A...

Page 3: ...erations 4 2 5 Maintenance Considerations Storage 5 2 6 Using a spark arrestor 5 2 7 sPARK IGNITION SYSTEM 5 2 8 Safety And Instructional Decals 6 SPECIFICATIONS SECTION 3 7 3 1 ENGINE 7 3 2 bLOWER 7...

Page 4: ...Oil 13 5 3 Engine Fuel System 13 5 4 Engine Air Cleaner 13 5 5 TIRES 13 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST SECTION 6 14 6 1 SCAG Giant vac APPROVED ATTACHMENTS AND ACCESSORIES 14 NOTES 15 EXTREME BLOWER ASSEMBLY...

Page 5: ...ESSORIES Attachments and accessories manufactured by companies other than Scag Giant Vac are not approved for use on this machine See Section 6 1 GENERAL INFORMATION WARNING For pictorial clarity some...

Page 6: ...RIPTION SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Choke Transmission On Start Spring Tension on Idler Off Stop Oil Spinning Fan Blades Thrown Object Hazard Fast Slow Continuously Variable Linear Pinch Point Keep Bystanders...

Page 7: ...jury and possible death carefully read the message Be sure to fully understand the causes of possible injury or death Signal Word It is a distinctive word found on the safety decals on the machine and...

Page 8: ...nsiderations 2 4 Know the function of all controls and how to stop 1 quickly Do not operate on slopes if you are uneasy or 2 uncertain Ultimate responsibility for safe operation on slopes rests with t...

Page 9: ...weld the blower fan Replace 2 damaged or failed blower fans Disconnect spark plug wire to prevent accidental 3 starting of the engine when servicing or adjusting the machine Wait for all movement to...

Page 10: ...6 Section 2 Safety And Instructional Decals 2 8 484983 485073...

Page 11: ...th a Minimum Octane Rating of 87 Fuel Capacity 1 59 Gallon 5 6L Lubrication Type Mechanical Splash Type Oil Capacity 0 260 Gallon 1 0L Starter Subaru Recoil Starter Ignition System Solid State Transis...

Page 12: ...8 Section 3...

Page 13: ...3 Used to control the engine speed Pushing the lever forward increases engine speed Pulling the lever back decreases engine speed Full back position is the IDLE position Fuel Control Lever Figure 4 1...

Page 14: ...erator Be sure of footing on slopes 2 Caution must be used when operating on slopes 3 especially when the grass is wet Wet grass reduces traction and control To prevent tipping or loss of control keep...

Page 15: ...sition deflector The front discharge position is used to remove debris from along retaining walls fences etc Use the side discharge position to form windrows and or piles The air speed of the blower i...

Page 16: ...X Clean air filter element See engine operator s manual X Check condition of fuel lines X Check all hardware for tightness X Change engine oil See engine operator s manual X Clean air cleaner element...

Page 17: ...uctions NOTE In extremely dusty conditions it may be necessary to check the element once or twice daily to prevent engine damage TIRES 5 5 Check the tire pressures after every 8 hours of operation or...

Page 18: ...tion 6 SCAG Giant vac APPROVED ATTACHMENTS AND ACCESSORIES 6 1 Attachments and accessories manufactured by companies other than Scag Giant Vac are not approved for use on this machine ILLUSTRATED PART...

Page 19: ...15 Section 6 NOTES...

Page 20: ...A A B B C C 1 2 3 8 6 7 4 9 10 12 11 5 15 13 14 18 16 16 10 10 19 16 21 22 20 23 24 10 17 25 16 26 27 28 29 30 32 31 16 33 34 35 36 37 38 43 43 41 40 39 16 42 44 45 46 47 50 48 49 51 52 53 EXTREME BLO...

Page 21: ...ad 1 4 20 x 2 Handle Bar Cover w Decal Bolt Hex Head Serrated Flange 5 16 18 x 1 1 2 Nut Flange Elastic Stop 5 16 18 Nut Serrated Flange 5 16 18 Handle Lower LBX Guide Pull Rope Knob 3 8 16 Thread Mou...

Page 22: ...18 Section 6 485045 484983 484984 Black EXTREME BLOWER DECALS 485073 485047 Red 485088...

Page 23: ...ligence or accident or that has been operated in any way contrary to the operating instructions as specified in the Operator s Manual The warranty does not apply to any damage to any leaf blower that...

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