Priming the engine
• Place the unit on flat level ground.
• Slowly press and release the fuel primer (10), as identified in
Fig 2.
• Continue until fuel begins to flow down through the clear fuel
line and back into the fuel tank.
• Press a few more times until the air bubbles have passed.
The fuel system is now primed and ready.
Starting the engine
WARNING: This leaf blower will produce toxic fumes as soon
as it is running. Never attempt to start the engine indoors,
or in any kind of enclosed space. Always wear proper safety
protection, use of this tool requires goggles, gloves, ear
defenders, face mask, and sturdy clothing Wearing a hard
hat, and safety boots, is also advisable.
• Set the cold start lever (3) to the on position (if the engine is
already warm, set the lever to the off position).
• Hold the handle firmly with your left hand, ensuring that you
have control of the throttle trigger and lock (5 & 6).
• Begin pulling the starter handle firmly, BUT ONLY UNTIL THE
ENGINE SOUNDS LIKE IT WANTS TO RUN.
• Move the cold start lever (3) back to the warm start position
(down).
• Pull the starter handle again until the engine runs.
• Allow it to run at this speed (half throttle) for ten seconds.
• Reduce the engine speed by sliding the throttle lock (6) fully
back.
Running in
• When using the drive unit for the first time, it is important
to run in the engine. This will improve engine efficiency and
performance, and maximise life span.
• To run in the engine, leave the engine idling, with minimum
use of the throttle, for a period of approx. 15 minutes on first
use. DO NOT INCREASE ENGINE SPEED FOR THIS PERIOD IF
POSSIBLE.
NOTE: It is normal to experience distinctive smells during
running in, as components heat up for the first time.
Stopping the engine
• Move the throttle into the slowest position and allow the engine
to cool by idling.
• Press and hold the cut off switch (7) down in the “O” position
until the engine has come to a complete stop.
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Operating the Engine
Fuelling
• Always refuel in a safe place, well away from the work area
and any source of heat or ignition. Avoid any contact with the
fuel. DO NOT SMOKE.
• Only add fuel when the engine is stopped and has cooled
fully.
• Fuel should always be pre mixed, do not mix fuel in the
petrol tank. Only mix as much fuel as you intend to use.
• Refer to the specifications for the correct fuel/oil ratio. A
mixing bottle has been provided with this product for this
purpose.
• Remove the fuel filler cap (1). Fill the tank with fuel mixture
to the required level.
• Replace the filler cap.(1)
• Make sure that any fuel spillage is properly cleaned up.
• Move the petrol blower well away from the fuelling area
before starting engine.
• Keep extra fuel well away from the work area.
1
Fuel filler cap
2
Air filter housing
3
Cold start lever
4
Spark plug
5
Throttle trigger
6
Throttle lock
7
Cut off switch
8
Starter handle
9
Engine idle screw
10
Fuel primer
11
D handle
12
Discharge port
13
Vac port cover
14
Blower straight tube
15
Blower nozzle tube
16
Tube locking screws
17
Exhaust outlet
18
Collection bag tube
19
Collection bag
20
Vac port
21
Vac straight tube
22
Vac nozzle tube
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