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Operator’s Manual
2-Cycle Gasoline
Blower
Model MB290
IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
P/N 769-01504 (04/05)
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INTRODUCTION THANK YOU TABLE OF CONTENTS Thank you for buying this quality product. This modern Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 outdoor power tool will provide many hours of useful service. You will find it to be a great labor-saving device. Rules for Safe Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 This operator’s manual provides you with easy-to- Know Your Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 understand operating instruct
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your SYMBOL MEANING attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and their explanations, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by Failure to obey a DANGER: themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or safety warning will warnings they give are not substitutes for proper result in serious injury to yourself or to accident prevention measures. others. Always follow the safety p
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION • Always stop the engine when operation is delayed or WHILE OPERATING when walking from one location to another. • Never start or run the unit inside a closed room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill. Operate this • Stop the engine for maintenance, repair, to install or unit only in a well-ventilated outdoor area. remove the blower tubes. The unit must be stopped and the impeller no longer turning to avoid contact with • To reduce the risk of injury associated
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product. Read the operator's manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance and repair information. SYMBOL MEANING SYMBOL MEANING • ON/OFF STOP CONTROL • SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL ON / START / RUN Indicates danger, warning, or caution. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs. • ON/OFF STOP CONTROL OFF
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION KNOW YOUR UNIT APPLICATION • Cleaning yards, garages, driveways, porches, patios, around walls, fences and more Throttle Knob Blue Choke Lever Primer Bulb Air Filter Cover Handle Muffler Cover Starter Rope Grip Blower Outlet Spark Plug Blower Tube Fuel Cap 6
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS INSTALL AND REMOVE THE BLOWER TUBE Blower To prevent serious Tube WARNING: Tab personal injury, stop Detent the engine and allow the impeller to stop before attaching or removing tubes. To prevent serious WARNING: personal injury or damage to the unit, the blower tube must be installed while operating this unit. Install Blower Tube To install the blower tube, simply push it into the blower housing. Push it in until the tabs on the top and bottom of the housing slide into th
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OIL AND FUEL INFORMATION Thoroughly mix the proper ratio of 2-cycle engine oil OIL AND FUEL MIXING INSTRUCTIONS with unleaded gasoline in a separate fuel can. Use a 40:1 Old and/or improperly mixed fuel are the main reasons fuel/oil ratio. Do not mix them directly in the engine fuel for the unit not running properly. Be sure to use fresh, tank. See the table below for specific gas and oil mixing clean unleaded fuel. Follow the instructions carefully for ratios. the proper fuel/oil mixture. NOTE:
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STARTING/STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS Top View Operate this unit only in a WARNING: Fast Idle well- ventilated outdoor () () area. Carbon monoxide exhaust fumes can be lethal in a confined area. Blue Choke Lever Avoid accidental starting. WARNING: Make sure you are in the starting position when pulling the starter rope Off (Fig. 4). To avoid serious injury, the operator and unit must be in a stable position while starting. Primer Bulb Do not set unit on any surface except a clean, hard area while start
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • Watch out for children, pets, open windows or freshly HOLDING THE BLOWER washed cars, and blow debris safely away. Before operating the unit, stand in the operating position. Check for the following: • Use the full blower nozzle extension so the air stream • Operator is wearing proper clothing, such as boots, can work close to the ground. safety glasses or goggles, ear/hearing protection, • Clean up after using blowers and other equipment. gloves, long pants and long sle
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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE NOTE: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and system may be Perform these required maintenance procedures at the performed by any non-road engine repair frequency stated in the table. These procedures should establishment, individual or authorized service also be a part of any seasonal tune-up. dealer. NOTE: Some maintenance procedures may require In order to assure peak performance of your engine, special t
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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS 0.020 in. (0.5 mm) Fig. 12 Fig. 9 CLEANING THE UNIT To avoid serious WARNING: personal injury, always turn your unit off and allow it to cool before you clean or service it. Use a small brush to clean off the outside of the unit. Do not use strong detergents. Household cleaners that contain aromatic oils such as pine and lemon, and solvents such as kerosene, can damage plastic housing or handle. Wipe off any moisture with a soft cloth. STORAGE Fig. 10 Fig. 11
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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS TRANSPORTING • Allow the engine to cool before transporting. • Drain fuel from unit. • Tighten fuel cap before transporting. • Secure the unit while transporting. 13
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TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE WILL NOT START CAUSE ACTION Blue choke lever is in the incorrect position Refer to the Starting/Stopping instructions Throttle knob is in the incorrect position Refer to the Starting/Stopping instructions Empty fuel tank Fill fuel tank with properly mixed fuel Primer bulb wasn't pressed enough Press primer bulb fully and slowly 10 times Engine flooded Use starting procedure with the blue lever in Position 2 Old or improperly mixed fuel Drain fuel tank / Add fresh fuel mi
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SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE* Engine Type.......................................................................................................................................... Air-Cooled, 2-Cycle Displacement............................................................................................................................................. 25 cc (1.4 cu. in) Operating RPM.........................................................................................................................
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California / EPA Emission Control Warranty Statement Your Warranty Rights and Obligations The California Air Resource Board, the Environmental Protection Agency and MTD LLC (MTD) are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 2005 and later small off-road engine. New small off-road engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet stringent anti-smog standards. MTD must warrant the emission control system on your small off-road engine for the periods of time listed below
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MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of LLC (“MTD”) with respect to new merchandise purchased and merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, used in the United States, its possessions and territories. applies after the applicable period of express written warranty above as to the parts as identified. No other MTD warrants this product against defects in material and express warrant
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Manuel de L'utilisateur Souffleuse à gaz à 2-temps Modèle MB290 IMPORTANT: LISEZ LES RÈGLES ET CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ SOIGNEUSEMENT P/N 769-01504 (4/05)
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INTRODUCTION TOUS NOS REMERCIEMENTS TABLE DES MATIÈRES Nous vous remercions d'avoir acheté ce produit de Service technique . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 qualité. Cet outil mécanique de plein air moderne est conçu pour vous rendre service pendant longtemps. Il Consignes de sécurité . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 vous sauvera beaucoup de temps comme vous pourrez vous en rendre compte. Ce manuel de l'utilisateur Familiarisez-vous avec votre appareil . . . .
