6 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

7 - MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

6-1. BLOWER OPERATIONS

WARNING

Because of flying debris, always wear American National Standards Institute approved shielded safety glasses or face shield when operating blower.

WARNING

6-2. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

1.

Follow the instructions “STARTING A COLD

 

ENGINE”.

2.

Once unit is running, place unit on your back by slip-

 

ping arms through the shoulder straps as if your were

 

putting on a jacket (Fig. 6-2A).

3.

When preparing to clear an area of debris, always

7-1. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Perform these required maintenance procedures at the fre- quency stated in the table. These procedures should also be a part of any seasonal tune-up.

NOTE: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emis- sion control devices and system may only be performed by McCulloch service dealer.

WARNING

To prevent serious injury, never perform maintenance or repairs with unit running. Always service and repair a cool unit. Disconnect the spark plug wire to ensure that the unit cannot start.

Before using your blower, review Safety Precautions in your User Manual, and all regulations for operation of the unit. These precautions and regulations are for your protection.

WARNING

DO NOT operate the blower with other people or animals in the immediate vicinity. Allow a minimum of 50 feet (15 meters) between operator and other people or animals.

1.Use the blower for trees, shrubs, flower beds, and hard-to-clean areas.

2.Use the unit around buildings and for other normal cleaning procedures.

3.Use the blower around walls, overhangs, fences, and screens.

4.We recommend that a face mask be worn when oper- ating blower in dusty areas.

5.Stand away from the debris, at a distance that will easily allow you to control the direction of blown debris. Never blow debris in direction of bystanders.

6.To control velocity of airstream, blower can be operat- ed at any speed between idle and full throttle. Experience with the unit will help you determine the amount of airflow necessary for each application.

7.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.

8.To reduce sound levels, limit the number of pieces of equipment used at any one time.

9.Operate power blowers at the lowest possible throttle speed to do the job.

10.Check your equipment before operation, especially the muffler, air intakes and air filters.

11.Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blow- ing.In dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces when water is available.

12.Conserve water by using power blowers instead of hoses for many lawn and garden applications, includ- ing areas such as gutters, screens, patios, grills, porches and gardens.

13.Watch out for children, pets, open windows or freshly washed cars, and blow debris safely away.

14.Use intermediate tube plus nozzle of your choice so the airstream can work close to the ground.

15.After using blowers and other equipment, CLEAN UP! Dispose of debris in trash receptacles.

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position yourself so that you can control the direction

 

debris will be blown .

4.

The control handle (A, Fig. 6-2B) and the flexibility of

 

the blower tube assembly will allow you to clear the

 

most hard-to-reach areas .

5.

The hand grip, throttle trigger, throttle lock and ignition

 

on/off switch (B) are all mounted on a swivel handle

 

that offers a wide range of operating positions and

 

comfort (Fig. 6-2C).

6-2A

6-2B

5-5C

A good preventive maintenance program of regular inspection and care will increase life and improve performance of your blower. This maintenance checklist is a guide for such a program.

Cleaning, adjustment, and part replacement may be required, under certain conditions, at more frequent intervals than those indicated.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITY

MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST

 

HOURS OF

EACH USE

OPERATION

 

 

 

 

 

 

ITEM

BEFORE EACH USE

 

10

20

 

 

 

 

 

SCREW / NUTS / BOLTS

INSPECT / TIGHTEN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AIR FILTER

CLEAN OR REPLACE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FUEL FILTER

REPLACE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SPARK PLUG

CLEAN / ADJUST / REPLACE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SPARK ARRESTER SCREEN

INSPECT

 

 

 

 

 

 

REPLACE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FUEL HOUSES

INSPECT

 

 

 

 

 

 

REPLACE AS REQUIRED

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VACUUM TUBES

INSPECT / CLEAN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

*Recommended for Maintenance by a Authorized Service Center Technician.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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McCulloch ASB3206-CA user manual Operating Instructions Maintenance Instructions, Blower Operations, Operation Instructions

ASB3206-CA, ASB3206 specifications

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