User manual HUSQVARNA BLOWERS

[. . . ] 1 2 5 B 12 5B X - S E R I E S 1 2 5 B VX- S E RI ES EN 2- 20 FR 21- 4 0 ES 4 1- 6 0 CONTENTS Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Key to symbols . 19 Note the following before starting: Husqvarna AB has a policy of continuous product development and therefore reserves the right to modify the design and appearance of products without prior notice. Long-term exposure to noise can result in permanent hearing impairment. This operator’s manual describes in detail how to use and service the blower and how to carry out regular maintenance. [. . . ] (3 m) Pull starter handle until engine attempts to run, but no more than 3 pulls. Move choke to ½ position and pull the cord until the engine starts and runs. Allow the engine to warm up for approximately 10 seconds; then, move the choke to the OFF CHOKE (opened) position. NOTE: If engine dies, return blue engine choke lever to the closed position and repeat starting steps. Do not pull the starter cord all the way out and do not let go of the starter handle when the cord is fully extended. This can damage the machine. S Clean the area around the fuel cap. Contamination in the tank can cause operating problems. S Ensure that the fuel is well mixed by shaking the container before filling the tank. Warm engine With a warm engine, squeeze and hold the throttle trigger. Pull starter rope sharply while squeezing throttle trigger until engine runs. Move the choke to the OFF CHOKE (opened) position. Starting and stopping WARNING: Never start the blower if the inlet cover is not closed, is damaged or cannot be closed (except if the vacuum tube is fitted). Cold engine Primer bulb: Press the primer bulb 10 times until fuel begins to fill the bulb. The primer bulb need not be completely filled. Stopping To stop the engine, push and release the engine STOP switch (S). The switch will automatically return to the ON position. Wait 7 seconds before attempting to restart unit to allow switch to reset. Choke: Move the blue engine choke lever over to the FULL CHOKE (closed) position. S 115277126 Rev. 2 5/1/10 English--- 12 USING THE BLOWER To blow away debris on the ground Fitting the blower tube and nozzle on the blower WARNING: When fitting the blower tube and nozzle, the engine must be switched off. The blower tube (T) has a pegged slot mounting system to the unit. To install or remove the blower tube (or collection bag tube for the 125BVX--SERIES), loosen the tube clamp bolt (do not remove nuts from bolt). Align slot in the blower air outlet with the raised rib on the tube and insert tube. 125BVX--SERIES can be used with a shoulder strap for extra comfort. The strap should be worn over the shoulder as shown. U T The nozzles (U) have a bayonet mount for connection to the blower tube. Air is channeled through the blower tube to the nozzles, where the air discharge velocity increases and the air stream discharge pattern is formed to provide best performance. The length of the blower tube can be adjusted by twisting the nozzle to the left to disengage the bayonet mount and sliding the nozzle to the appropriate position. Twist the nozzle to the right until a click is felt to re-secure the nozzle. Blowing Before you begin blowing, put on the required safety equipment. WARNING: When working with the blower, wear the required personal safety equipment: 1. [. . . ] Use of the wrong spark plug can damage the piston/cylinder. Maintenance schedule Below you will find some general maintenance instructions. Daily maintenance S Clean the exterior surfaces of the blower. S Check that the variable speed control and the throttle trigger function in a safe manner. S Check that the stop switch works properly. S 125BX--SERIES and 125BVX--SERIES: Check that the inlet cover can be locked in the closed position. [. . . ]