Starting And Stopping Instructions; Operating Instructions - MTD Yard-Man YM2BV Manuel De L'utilisateur

STARTING AND STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:
Operate this unit only in a well-ventilated outdoor area. Carbon monoxide exhaust fumes
can be lethal in a confined area.
WARNING:
Avoid accidental starting. Make sure you are in the starting position when pulling the starter
rope (Fig. 15). To avoid serious injury, the operator and unit must be in a stable position while starting.
To avoid serious personal injury, make sure that the blower tube is locked in place.
STARTING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Mix gas with oil. Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel/oil mixture. See Oil and Fuel
Mixing Instructions.
NOTE: There is no need to turn the unit on. The On/Off switch is in the ON ( I )
position at all times (Fig. 13).
2. Fully press and release the primer bulb 10 times, slowly. Some amount of fuel
should be visible in the primer bulb (Fig. 13). If fuel cannot be seen in the bulb,
press and release the bulb until fuel is visible.
3. Move the choke lever to Position 1 (Fig. 14).
4. Squeeze and hold the trigger or press down the cruise control (Fig. 13).
5. Continue to squeeze the trigger or keep the cruise control down. Place the
unit on a firm, flat surface. Crouch in the starting position and hold the unit firmly
(Fig. 15).
6. Continue to squeeze the trigger or keep the cruise control down. Pull the
starter rope out until some resistance is felt. This is usually around 2–4 inches.
Pull the starter rope 5 times in a controlled and steady motion.
7. Continue to squeeze the trigger or keep the cruise control down. Move the
choke lever to Position 2 (Fig. 14).
8. Continue to squeeze the trigger or keep the cruise control down. Pull the
starter rope 3-5 times in a controlled and steady motion to start the engine.
9. Continue to squeeze the trigger or keep the cruise control down. Allow the
engine to warm up for 30-60 seconds.
10. Continue to squeeze the trigger or keep the cruise control down. Move the
choke lever to Position 3 (Fig. 14).
11. Continue to squeeze the trigger or keep the cruise control down. Continue
warming the engine for an additional 60 seconds. The unit is now ready for use.
IF... The engine does not start, go back to step 2.
IF... The engine fails to start after 2 attempts, move the choke lever to Position
3, squeeze the trigger, and pull the starter rope 3-8 times in a controlled
and steady motion. The engine should start. If not, repeat.
IF WARM... If the engine is already warm, move the choke lever to Position 2, squeeze the trigger and pull the starter
rope to restart.
STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Release the trigger or raise the cruise control to idle the engine.
2. Press and hold the On/Off switch in the OFF (O) position until the engine comes to a complete stop (Fig. 13).
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HOLDING THE BLOWER / VACUUM
WARNING:
operating this unit. Wear a face mask or dust mask in dusty locations.
WARNING:
vacuum tubes and the vacuum bag, are in place before you operate the unit.
Cruise On/Off Switch
Before operating the unit, stand in the operating position. Check for the following:
Control
Trigger
• Operator is wearing proper clothing, such as boots, safety glasses or goggles, ear/hearing protection, gloves, long
Choke
pants and long sleeve shirt
Lever
• The unit is in good working condition
Primer
• The tubes and guards are in place and secure
Bulb
USING THE CRUISE CONTROL
1. Once the engine has started and warmed up, squeeze the trigger to accelerate
Fig. 13 the unit as needed (Fig. 16).
2. For longer periods of operation and to eliminate possible finger fatigue, move the
cruise control toward the FAST position to incrementally increase or maintain the
unit's engine speed (Fig. 16). When the cruise control is pressed, the trigger will
Position 3
recede into the handle.
Position 2 3. To decrease engine speed, move the cruise control to the SLOW position and the
trigger will return to idle (Fig. 16).
Position 1 OPERATING TIPS
• Assure the unit is not directed at anybody or any loose debris before starting the unit.
Primer Bulb
• Always hold the unit securely when operating. Keep a firm grip on the handle.
Fig. 14
• To reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with sound level(s), hearing protection is required.
Starting Position • Operate power equipment only at reasonable hours— not early in the morning or late at night when people might be
disturbed. Comply with times listed in local ordinances. Usual recommendations are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday
through Saturday.
Starter Rope
• To reduce noise levels, limit the number of pieces of equipment used at any one time.
Trigger
• To reduce noise levels, operate power blowers at the lowest possible speed to do the job.
• Check your equipment before operation, especially the muffler, air intakes and air filters.
• Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing.
• In dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces or use a mister attachment when water is available.
Fig. 15
• Watch out for children, pets, open windows or freshly washed cars, and blow debris safely away.
• Clean up after using blowers and other equipment. Dispose of debris appropriately.
OPERATING THE UNIT AS A BLOWER
WARNING:
the unit to operate it as shown in figure 17 to keep from blocking the
air intake.
Use the blower for trees, shrubs, flower beds and hard-to-clean areas. Also use the
unit around buildings, walls, overhangs, fences and screens, and for other normal
cleaning procedures. Conserve water by using power blowers instead of hoses for
many lawn and garden applications, including areas such as gutters, screens, patios, grills, porches and gardens.
Hold the blower with the right hand. Do not stand on the right side of the blower when operating the unit (Fig. 17). If
you do, you will be blocking the air intake and this will affect the unit's performance. Instead, be sure to stand on the
left side of the unit to maximize the unit's efficiency (Fig. 17).
Sweep from side to side with the nozzle several inches above the ground or floor. Slowly advance the unit, keeping
the accumulated pile of debris in front of you.
Most dry blowing operations are better suited to low speeds, rather than high. High speed blowing is a better way to
move heavier items like large debris or gravel.
OPERATING THE UNIT AS A VACUUM
WARNING:
vacuum bag without stopping the unit first.
WARNING:
material such as leaves, grass, small twigs and bits of paper. To avoid
serious personal injury, do not attempt to vacuum wet debris and/or
standing water as this may result in damage to the blower/ vacuum.
To avoid severe damage to the impeller, do not vacuum metal, broken
glass or similar items.
WARNING:
fire. Do not operate near an open flame. Do not vacuum warm ash
from fireplaces, barbecue pits, brush piles, etc. Do not vacuum
discarded cigars or cigarettes unless the cinders are completely cool.
Use the unit for vacuuming up light debris like leaves and paper.
Be sure the vacuum bag is zipped closed before operating the unit.
Place the shoulder harness over your head and onto your shoulder. Hold the vacuum with both on hands on the
handle (Fig. 18), tilting the suction tube slightly, and use a sweeping action to collect light debris (Fig. 19). The debris
will flow into the vacuum bag. Things such as small leaves and small twigs will be mulched as they pass through the
fan housing, allowing the vacuum bag to hold more debris.
Emptying the Vacuum Bag
When the bag is full, suction will noticeably decrease. Turn off the unit and allow the impeller to stop before you unzip
the bag.
1. While wearing eye protection and a dust mask, unzip the vacuum bag and empty the contents into a garbage bag
or container.
2. Turn the bag inside out after initial emptying and vigorously shake out dust and debris.
3. Zip close and reinstall the vacuum bag.
NOTE: Empty the bag after each use to avoid deterioration and obstructing air flow, which will reduce the
performance of the vacuum.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

To avoid serious personal injury, wear goggles or safety glasses at all times when
To prevent serious personal injury or damage to the unit, make sure the blower tubes, or
After starting the unit, always stand on the left side of
To avoid serious personal injury, never unzip the
As a vacuum, the unit is designed to pick up dry
Avoid situations that could catch the vacuum bag on
Cruise
Control
SLOW
FAST
Trigger
(Idle Position)
Fig. 16
INCORRECT CORRECT
POSITION POSITION
Fig. 17
Fig. 18
Fig. 19