FRADAN RB-23VG User manual

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Operator’s Manual
Tornado
Ride on Leaf Blower
Model: RB-23VG
Warning Danger
Read instructions carefully and follow rules for safe operation.
Failure to do so could result in serious injury.
Fradan Manufacturing Corp.
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Fradan Manufacturing Corp.
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Congratulations! Thank you for purchasing The Fradan Tornado. It was carefully engineered to provide
excellent performance when properly operated and maintained. It is designed primarily for blowing leaves
and Debris on residential or commercial properties.
Before operating your new Fradan Tornado it is strongly recommended all operators carefully read this
manual in its entirety before operating the equipment. This manual explains how to operate and maintain the
product properly and safely to avoid injury and property damage.
Contents
Introduction........................................................3
Identification Product overview.....................3
Safety and precautions.....................................3
Specifications......................................................4
Operating Safety.................................................4
Before Operating................................4
Appropriate clothing.........................4
Children and pets...............................5
Safety while Operating.....................5
Slope Gauge.........................................................6
Slope Operation..................................................7
Parking Safety Steps.........................................7
Tire Safety............................................................7
Safe handling of Gasoline.................................7
Prevent fires........................................................8
General Service...................................................8
Safety and operational Decals........................8
Operations...........................................................9
Steps to check Engine oil Level..............9
Steps to check Gearbox oil level............9
Traction control.........................................9
Filling the Fuel tank................................10
Starting the machine..............................10
To Drive machine- Forward /Reverse..10
Operating the Air flow chute................11
Maintenance......................................................11
Preparing for maintenance...................12
Storage...............................................................12
Handling Waste Product and Chemicals......12
Warranty Statement........................................13
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GRAPHIC WARNINGS
Because a power blower uses gasoline and blows air and debris at a high speed, safety precautions must be
observed to reduce the risk of personal injury. Read this manual carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the prop-
er use of the machine.
WARNING DANGER
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARNING DANGER
To reduce the potential for accidents, comply with the safety instructions in this manual.
Failure to comply may result in serious personal injury and/ or equipment and property damage.
CAUTION
Removal of this cover can result in
serious bodily injuries, and
will cause heavy damage
to the machine.
FRADAN
POWER EQUIPMENT
This graphic accompanied by the words WARNING and DANGER calls
attention to an act or a condition which can lead to SERIOUS INJURY.
WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL, HEED ITS WARNING!
STAY ALERT!
READ & UNDERSTAND Operator’s Manual and Safety Manual.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE AND EAR PROTECTION.
KEEP HANDS & FEET AWAY FROM AIR DISCHARGE AREAS.
ROTATING FAN BLADES WILL CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY.
CAUTION
Removal of this cover can result in serious bodily injuries,
and will cause heavy damage to the machine.
3
GRAPHIC WARNINGS
Because a power blower uses gasoline and blows air and debris at a high speed, safety precautions must be
observed to reduce the risk of personal injury. Read this manual carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the prop-
er use of the machine.
WARNING DANGER
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARNING DANGER
To reduce the potential for accidents, comply with the safety instructions in this manual.
Failure to comply may result in serious personal injury and/ or equipment and property damage.
CAUTION
Removal of this cover can result in
serious bodily injuries, and
will cause heavy damage
to the machine.
FRADAN
POWER EQUIPMENT
This graphic accompanied by the words WARNING and DANGER calls
attention to an act or a condition which can lead to SERIOUS INJURY.
WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL, HEED ITS WARNING!
STAY ALERT!
READ & UNDERSTAND Operator’s Manual and Safety Manual.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE AND EAR PROTECTION.
KEEP HANDS & FEET AWAY FROM AIR DISCHARGE AREAS.
ROTATING FAN BLADES WILL CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY.
CAUTION
Removal of this cover can result in serious bodily injuries,
and will cause heavy damage to the machine.
3
GRAPHIC WARNINGS
Because a power blower uses gasoline and blows air and debris at a high speed, safety precautions must be
observed to reduce the risk of personal injury. Read this manual carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the prop-
er use of the machine.
WARNING DANGER
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARNING DANGER
To reduce the potential for accidents, comply with the safety instructions in this manual.
Failure to comply may result in serious personal injury and/ or equipment and property damage.
CAUTION
Removal of this cover can result in
serious bodily injuries, and
will cause heavy damage
to the machine.
FRADAN
POWER EQUIPMENT
This graphic accompanied by the words WARNING and DANGER calls
attention to an act or a condition which can lead to SERIOUS INJURY.
WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL, HEED ITS WARNING!
STAY ALERT!
READ & UNDERSTAND Operator’s Manual and Safety Manual.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE AND EAR PROTECTION.
KEEP HANDS & FEET AWAY FROM AIR DISCHARGE AREAS.
ROTATING FAN BLADES WILL CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY.
CAUTION
Removal of this cover can result in serious bodily injuries,
and will cause heavy damage to the machine.
3
GRAPHIC WARNINGS
Because a power blower uses gasoline and blows air and debris at a high speed, safety precautions must be
observed to reduce the risk of personal injury. Read this manual carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the prop-
er use of the machine.
WARNING DANGER
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARNING DANGER
To reduce the potential for accidents, comply with the safety instructions in this manual.
Failure to comply may result in serious personal injury and/ or equipment and property damage.
CAUTION
Removal of this cover can result in
serious bodily injuries, and
will cause heavy damage
to the machine.
FRADAN
POWER EQUIPMENT
This graphic accompanied by the words WARNING and DANGER calls
attention to an act or a condition which can lead to SERIOUS INJURY.
WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL, HEED ITS WARNING!
STAY ALERT!
READ & UNDERSTAND Operator’s Manual and Safety Manual.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE AND EAR PROTECTION.
KEEP HANDS & FEET AWAY FROM AIR DISCHARGE AREAS.
ROTATING FAN BLADES WILL CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY.
CAUTION
Removal of this cover can result in serious bodily injuries,
and will cause heavy damage to the machine.

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The FRADAN Tornado Ride on Blower model (RB-23V) is a ruggedly built, high performance
gasoline powered unit specially designed for blowing leaves and debris. Proper maintenance and
use of the FRADAN Tornado Ride on Blower will guarantee years of safe, service-free, reliable
operation.
We wish for you to gain sufcient knowledge from this booklet before operating your Fradan and
make the best use of it in the future. We urge you to follow these instructions to assure safe and
reliable operation.
An engine manufacturer’s owner’s manual has also been provided with your machine. This will
provide maintenance and troubleshooting information for the engine installed in your machine.
Safety and precautions
• Read and understand the content of this
manual in its entirety.
• Become familiar with the safe operation of
the equipment, operator controls and safety
signs.
• Obey all safety messages that follow this
symbol .
• Avoid possible injury or death. Improperly
using or maintaining this machine could
result in injury or death. To reduce this
potential, comply with the following
safety instructions.
WARNING
This product can expose you to chemicals
including gasoline engine exhaust, which is
known to the State of California to cause
cancer, and carbon monoxide, which is known
to the state of California to cause birth defects
or other reproductive harm. For more
information go to www.P65Warngings.ca.gov.
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GRAPHIC WARNINGS
Because a power blower uses gasoline and blows air and debris at a high speed, safety precautions must be
observed to reduce the risk of personal injury. Read this manual carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the prop-
er use of the machine.
WARNING DANGER
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARNING DANGER
To reduce the potential for accidents, comply with the safety instructions in this manual.
Failure to comply may result in serious personal injury and/ or equipment and property damage.
CAUTION
Removal of this cover can result in
serious bodily injuries, and
will cause heavy damage
to the machine.
FRADAN
POWER EQUIPMENT
This graphic accompanied by the words WARNING and DANGER calls
attention to an act or a condition which can lead to SERIOUS INJURY.
WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL, HEED ITS WARNING!
STAY ALERT!
READ & UNDERSTAND Operator’s Manual and Safety Manual.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE AND EAR PROTECTION.
KEEP HANDS & FEET AWAY FROM AIR DISCHARGE AREAS.
ROTATING FAN BLADES WILL CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY.
CAUTION
Removal of this cover can result in serious bodily injuries,
and will cause heavy damage to the machine.
3
GRAPHIC WARNINGS
Because a power blower uses gasoline and blows air and debris at a high speed, safety precautions must be
observed to reduce the risk of personal injury. Read this manual carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the prop-
er use of the machine.
WARNING DANGER
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARNING DANGER
To reduce the potential for accidents, comply with the safety instructions in this manual.
Failure to comply may result in serious personal injury and/ or equipment and property damage.
CAUTION
Removal of this cover can result in
serious bodily injuries, and
will cause heavy damage
to the machine.
FRADAN
POWER EQUIPMENT
This graphic accompanied by the words WARNING and DANGER calls
attention to an act or a condition which can lead to SERIOUS INJURY.
WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL, HEED ITS WARNING!
STAY ALERT!
READ & UNDERSTAND Operator’s Manual and Safety Manual.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE AND EAR PROTECTION.
KEEP HANDS & FEET AWAY FROM AIR DISCHARGE AREAS.
ROTATING FAN BLADES WILL CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY.
CAUTION
Removal of this cover can result in serious bodily injuries,
and will cause heavy damage to the machine.
3
GRAPHIC WARNINGS
Because a power blower uses gasoline and blows air and debris at a high speed, safety precautions must be
observed to reduce the risk of personal injury. Read this manual carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the prop-
er use of the machine.
WARNING DANGER
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARNING DANGER
To reduce the potential for accidents, comply with the safety instructions in this manual.
Failure to comply may result in serious personal injury and/ or equipment and property damage.
CAUTION
Removal of this cover can result in
serious bodily injuries, and
will cause heavy damage
to the machine.
FRADAN
POWER EQUIPMENT
This graphic accompanied by the words WARNING and DANGER calls
attention to an act or a condition which can lead to SERIOUS INJURY.
WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL, HEED ITS WARNING!
STAY ALERT!
READ & UNDERSTAND Operator’s Manual and Safety Manual.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE AND EAR PROTECTION.
KEEP HANDS & FEET AWAY FROM AIR DISCHARGE AREAS.
ROTATING FAN BLADES WILL CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY.
CAUTION
Removal of this cover can result in serious bodily injuries,
and will cause heavy damage to the machine.
Identication Product Overview
Introduction
DETAIL A
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Engine
Make Briggs & Stratton
Model 3864470445G1
Electrical System 12volt, 20amp alter-
nator; Battery: NP18-
12B
Chassis
Fuel Tank Capacity 6 Gallons (26 L) total
Rear Wheel Tire Size 15 x 6.00-6
Rear Wheel Ination
Pressure
30psi (1.5 bar)
Front Wheel Tire Size 20 x 10.00-8
Front Wheel Tire Ina-
tion Pressure
22psi (1.9 bar)
Dimentions
Width 38” (96 cm)
Height 56” (142 cm)
Length 75” (190 cm)
Weight 650lbs (295 kg)
Transmission
Make Hydro-Gear
Model T3- CDBF-2X3C-
15XD
Hydraulic Fluid 20W-50 Synthetic oil
Speed Innitely Variable
Specications
• Only allow responsible adults, who are
familiar with the instructions to operate this
machine.
• Be sure the area is clear of people, pets,
moving objects or vehicles before operating.
Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,
sticks, toys, wire etc., which could be thrown
by the machine.
• Operate machine only in daylight or good
articial light.
• Lightening can cause severe injury or death.
If you see lightening or hear thunder in the
area, do not operate the machine; seek
shelter.
• Never operate machine while under the
inuence of alcohol or drugs.
• Evaluate working area and establish a safe
blowing pattern. Do not operate machine on
unsafe terrain.
• Without discharging air, perform a test drive
through target area, slowing down while
traveling the over rough terrain.
• Check wheel hardware before operation.
Injury can occur if wheel hardware is not
fastened properly.
• Check wheel hardware torque often during
the rst 100 hours of operation.
• Wheel hardware must be torqued to proper
specication.
Operating Safety
Note: Determine the left and right sides of
the machine from the normal operating
position
Before Operating:
• Read, understand, and follow all instructions
on the machine and in the manual(s) before
starting. Keep this manual in a safe place for
future and regular reference.
• Determine what and if accessories and
attachments are needed to perform the job
properly and safely.
If needed, see manufacturer’s instructions for
proper and safe operation and installation of
accessories. Only use accessories approved
by the manufacture.
Specications & Safety Rules
Appropriate Clothing
• Always wear the proper safety equipment
appropriate for the job.
• Always wear substantial footwear while
operating. Never operate the machine
barefooted or while wearing sandals or
open toes shoes.
• Always wear close tting clothing and long
trousers. Shorts should never be worn while
operating.
• Ties, scarfs, and jewelry should never be
worn while machine is running.
• Always keep long hair tied back while
machine is running.
• Always wear protective eyewear (safety
googles/safety glasses with side shields)
and hard hat while operating machine.
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GRAPHIC WARNINGS
Because a power blower uses gasoline and blows air and debris at a high speed, safety precautions must be
observed to reduce the risk of personal injury. Read this manual carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the prop-
er use of the machine.
WARNING DANGER
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARNING DANGER
To reduce the potential for accidents, comply with the safety instructions in this manual.
Failure to comply may result in serious personal injury and/ or equipment and property damage.
CAUTION
Removal of this cover can result in
serious bodily injuries, and
will cause heavy damage
to the machine.
FRADAN
POWER EQUIPMENT
This graphic accompanied by the words WARNING and DANGER calls
attention to an act or a condition which can lead to SERIOUS INJURY.
WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL, HEED ITS WARNING!
STAY ALERT!
READ & UNDERSTAND Operator’s Manual and Safety Manual.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE AND EAR PROTECTION.
KEEP HANDS & FEET AWAY FROM AIR DISCHARGE AREAS.
ROTATING FAN BLADES WILL CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY.
CAUTION
Removal of this cover can result in serious bodily injuries,
and will cause heavy damage to the machine.
3
GRAPHIC WARNINGS
Because a power blower uses gasoline and blows air and debris at a high speed, safety precautions must be
observed to reduce the risk of personal injury. Read this manual carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the prop-
er use of the machine.
WARNING DANGER
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARNING DANGER
To reduce the potential for accidents, comply with the safety instructions in this manual.
Failure to comply may result in serious personal injury and/ or equipment and property damage.
CAUTION
Removal of this cover can result in
serious bodily injuries, and
will cause heavy damage
to the machine.
FRADAN
POWER EQUIPMENT
This graphic accompanied by the words WARNING and DANGER calls
attention to an act or a condition which can lead to SERIOUS INJURY.
WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL, HEED ITS WARNING!
STAY ALERT!
READ & UNDERSTAND Operator’s Manual and Safety Manual.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE AND EAR PROTECTION.
KEEP HANDS & FEET AWAY FROM AIR DISCHARGE AREAS.
ROTATING FAN BLADES WILL CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY.
CAUTION
Removal of this cover can result in serious bodily injuries,
and will cause heavy damage to the machine.
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• Always wear protective hearing devices
(Protective earmuffs or ear plugs).
Hearing protectors reduce the noise
exposure level and the risk of hearing
loss or impairment.
Children and Pets
• Tragic accidents can occur if the operator
is not alert to the presence of children or pets.
Children are often attracted to the machine
and the ability to ride on. Never assume that
children and pets will remain where you last saw
them.
• Always be alert and turn the machine off if a
child or pet enters the area.
• Before and while backing up, look down and
behind the machine carefully, especially
for children.
• Keep children and pets out of the blowing
area and under the watchful care of a
responsible adult other than the operator.
• Never allow children to operate the machine.
• Never carry children on a machine or
attachment. This machine was never
intended as a recreational vehicle or to
entertain children.
• Use extra care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that
may block your view of a child or pet.
• Be especially watchful of children and pets
darting into the area while operating.
Safety While Operating
• Never use this machine as a recreational
vehicle to entertain.
• Only the operator should operate this
machine. Never allow anyone to ride the
machine with operator. This is dangerous
and could result in severe injury or death.
• Do not place hands or feet near or under the
machine.
• Keep clear of the discharge opening at all
times.
• Never leave a running machine unattended.
• Always look down and behind before
operating and while moving backward.
• Never direct discharge material against a
wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet
back toward the operator.
• If the machine should start to vibrate
abnormally, stop the engine and check for
the cause immediately. Vibration is generally
a warning of trouble.
• Stop the engine and wait until the fan comes
to a complete stop before attempting to
clean the machine, removing grass, or
unclogging the discharge chute.
• Always keep hands, feet, and loose clothing
away from rotating impeller and moving
parts; serious injury can occur.
• Rotating impeller can throw objects causing
serious injury and property damage
• Exhaust mufer and pipes become extremely
hot. Never attempt to touch it or lay objects
on it.
• Failure to observe safety instructions
could result in serious injury or death.
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GRAPHIC WARNINGS
Because a power blower uses gasoline and blows air and debris at a high speed, safety precautions must be
observed to reduce the risk of personal injury. Read this manual carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the prop-
er use of the machine.
WARNING DANGER
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARNING DANGER
To reduce the potential for accidents, comply with the safety instructions in this manual.
Failure to comply may result in serious personal injury and/ or equipment and property damage.
CAUTION
Removal of this cover can result in
serious bodily injuries, and
will cause heavy damage
to the machine.
FRADAN
POWER EQUIPMENT
This graphic accompanied by the words WARNING and DANGER calls
attention to an act or a condition which can lead to SERIOUS INJURY.
WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL, HEED ITS WARNING!
STAY ALERT!
READ & UNDERSTAND Operator’s Manual and Safety Manual.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE AND EAR PROTECTION.
KEEP HANDS & FEET AWAY FROM AIR DISCHARGE AREAS.
ROTATING FAN BLADES WILL CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY.
CAUTION
Removal of this cover can result in serious bodily injuries,
and will cause heavy damage to the machine.
3
GRAPHIC WARNINGS
Because a power blower uses gasoline and blows air and debris at a high speed, safety precautions must be
observed to reduce the risk of personal injury. Read this manual carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the prop-
er use of the machine.
WARNING DANGER
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARNING DANGER
To reduce the potential for accidents, comply with the safety instructions in this manual.
Failure to comply may result in serious personal injury and/ or equipment and property damage.
CAUTION
Removal of this cover can result in
serious bodily injuries, and
will cause heavy damage
to the machine.
FRADAN
POWER EQUIPMENT
This graphic accompanied by the words WARNING and DANGER calls
attention to an act or a condition which can lead to SERIOUS INJURY.
WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL, HEED ITS WARNING!
STAY ALERT!
READ & UNDERSTAND Operator’s Manual and Safety Manual.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE AND EAR PROTECTION.
KEEP HANDS & FEET AWAY FROM AIR DISCHARGE AREAS.
ROTATING FAN BLADES WILL CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY.
CAUTION
Removal of this cover can result in serious bodily injuries,
and will cause heavy damage to the machine.
3
GRAPHIC WARNINGS
Because a power blower uses gasoline and blows air and debris at a high speed, safety precautions must be
observed to reduce the risk of personal injury. Read this manual carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the prop-
er use of the machine.
WARNING DANGER
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARNING DANGER
To reduce the potential for accidents, comply with the safety instructions in this manual.
Failure to comply may result in serious personal injury and/ or equipment and property damage.
CAUTION
Removal of this cover can result in
serious bodily injuries, and
will cause heavy damage
to the machine.
FRADAN
POWER EQUIPMENT
This graphic accompanied by the words WARNING and DANGER calls
attention to an act or a condition which can lead to SERIOUS INJURY.
WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL, HEED ITS WARNING!
STAY ALERT!
READ & UNDERSTAND Operator’s Manual and Safety Manual.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE AND EAR PROTECTION.
KEEP HANDS & FEET AWAY FROM AIR DISCHARGE AREAS.
ROTATING FAN BLADES WILL CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY.
CAUTION
Removal of this cover can result in serious bodily injuries,
and will cause heavy damage to the machine.
3
GRAPHIC WARNINGS
Because a power blower uses gasoline and blows air and debris at a high speed, safety precautions must be
observed to reduce the risk of personal injury. Read this manual carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the prop-
er use of the machine.
WARNING DANGER
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARNING DANGER
To reduce the potential for accidents, comply with the safety instructions in this manual.
Failure to comply may result in serious personal injury and/ or equipment and property damage.
CAUTION
Removal of this cover can result in
serious bodily injuries, and
will cause heavy damage
to the machine.
FRADAN
POWER EQUIPMENT
This graphic accompanied by the words WARNING and DANGER calls
attention to an act or a condition which can lead to SERIOUS INJURY.
WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL, HEED ITS WARNING!
STAY ALERT!
READ & UNDERSTAND Operator’s Manual and Safety Manual.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE AND EAR PROTECTION.
KEEP HANDS & FEET AWAY FROM AIR DISCHARGE AREAS.
ROTATING FAN BLADES WILL CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY.
CAUTION
Removal of this cover can result in serious bodily injuries,
and will cause heavy damage to the machine.
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GRAPHIC WARNINGS
Because a power blower uses gasoline and blows air and debris at a high speed, safety precautions must be
observed to reduce the risk of personal injury. Read this manual carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the prop-
er use of the machine.
WARNING DANGER
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARNING DANGER
To reduce the potential for accidents, comply with the safety instructions in this manual.
Failure to comply may result in serious personal injury and/ or equipment and property damage.
CAUTION
Removal of this cover can result in
serious bodily injuries, and
will cause heavy damage
to the machine.
FRADAN
POWER EQUIPMENT
This graphic accompanied by the words WARNING and DANGER calls
attention to an act or a condition which can lead to SERIOUS INJURY.
WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL, HEED ITS WARNING!
STAY ALERT!
READ & UNDERSTAND Operator’s Manual and Safety Manual.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE AND EAR PROTECTION.
KEEP HANDS & FEET AWAY FROM AIR DISCHARGE AREAS.
ROTATING FAN BLADES WILL CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY.
CAUTION
Removal of this cover can result in serious bodily injuries,
and will cause heavy damage to the machine.
Appropriate Clothing
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Slope Gauge
USE THIS SLOPE GAUGE TO DETERMINE
IF A SLOPE IS TOO STEEP FOR SAFE OPERATION!
To check the slope, proceed as follows:
1. Remove this page and fold along the dashed line.
2. Locate a vertical object on or behind the slope (e.g. a pole, building, fence, tree, etc.)
3. Align either side of the slope gauge with the object (See Figure 1 and Figure 2 ).
4. Adjust gauge up or down until the left corner touches the slope (See Figure 1 and Figure 2).
5. If there is a gap below the gauge, the slope is too steep for safe operation
(See Figure 2 above).
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GRAPHIC WARNINGS
Because a power blower uses gasoline and blows air and debris at a high speed, safety precautions must be
observed to reduce the risk of personal injury. Read this manual carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the prop-
er use of the machine.
WARNING DANGER
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARNING DANGER
To reduce the potential for accidents, comply with the safety instructions in this manual.
Failure to comply may result in serious personal injury and/ or equipment and property damage.
CAUTION
Removal of this cover can result in
serious bodily injuries, and
will cause heavy damage
to the machine.
FRADAN
POWER EQUIPMENT
This graphic accompanied by the words WARNING and DANGER calls
attention to an act or a condition which can lead to SERIOUS INJURY.
WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL, HEED ITS WARNING!
STAY ALERT!
READ & UNDERSTAND Operator’s Manual and Safety Manual.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE AND EAR PROTECTION.
KEEP HANDS & FEET AWAY FROM AIR DISCHARGE AREAS.
ROTATING FAN BLADES WILL CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY.
CAUTION
Removal of this cover can result in serious bodily injuries,
and will cause heavy damage to the machine.
WARNING! Slopes are a major factor related to tip-over and roll-over accidents which can
result in severe injury or death.
Do not operate machine on slopes in excess of 15 degrees. All slopes require extra caution.
Always blow across the face of slopes, never up and down slopes.
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Slope Operation
Warning Slopes are a major factor related
to loss-of-control, tip-over accidents causing
machine to turn over, which can result in
severe injury or death. Operation on all
slopes require extra caution. If you feel
uneasy on a slope do not operate blower.
• Blow across the face of slopes; never up and
down. Exercise extreme caution when
changing direction of slopes.
• Do not operate on wet grass or excessively
steep slopes. Tires may lose traction; poor
traction could cause an accident.
• Even though brakes are functioning properly,
tires may lose traction on slopes.
• Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, exposed
roots, or other hidden objects. Uneven terrain
could cause a slip and fall accident. Tall grass
can hide obstacles.
• Do not operate near drop-off, ditches,
embankments, or embodies of water.
The machine could suddenly roll over if a
wheel goes over the edge or the edge caves
in.
• Choose a low ground speed, to minimize
stopping on slopes.
• Drive machine very slowly and avoid quick
stops.
• Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a slope.
If the tires lose traction, turn, and proceed
slowly down slope.
• Keep all movement on slopes slow and
gradual. Do not make sudden changes
in speed or direction, which could cause the
machine to roll over.
Tire Safety
Explosive separation of a tire and rim parts
can cause serious injury or death.
• Always maintain the correct tire pressure.
DO NOT inate the tire above the
recommended pressure.
• Check tires for low pressure, cuts, bubbles,
damaged rims or missing studs and nuts.
• Do not attempt to mount a tire without the
proper equipment and experience to perform
the job.
• Never weld or heat a wheel and tire assembly.
Welding a rim can structurally weaken or
deform the wheel. The heat can cause
an increase in the air pressure resulting
in a tire explosion.
• Never stand in front or over the tire assembly
while inating tires. Always use a clip-on
chuck and extension hose long enough to
allow you to stand to one side.
Parking Safety Steps
Step 1: Always stop machine on level surface,
never on a slope.
Step 2: Lower the throttle
Step 3: Close the deector.
Step 4: Engage the parking brake.
Step 5: Using the key turn off the engine.
Step 6: Remove the key.
Step 7: Wait for engine and all moving parts to
stop before leaving the operator’s station.
Step 8: Close fuel shut-off valve.
Safe Handling of Gasoline
Fuel is extremely ammable, and the vapors
are explosive. To avoid personal injury or
property damage, use extreme care in
handling fuel.
• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and
other source of ignition.
• Use only an approved fuel container. Use
only non-metal, portable fuel containers
approved by the Underwriter’s
Laboratory (U.L) or the American Society
for testing & Materials (ASTM). If using
a funnel, make sure it is a plastic and has
no screen or lter.
• Never remove the fuel cap or add fuel while
the engine is running.
• Do not fuel machine in an enclosed room or
near open ames. Assure adequate
ventilation. Outdoor refueling is
recommended.
• Never store the machine or fuel container
where there is an open ame, spark, or pilot
light such as on a water heater or on other
appliances.
• Remove fuel- powered equipment from the
truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground.
If this is not possible, then refuel such
equipment with a portable container,
rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
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GRAPHIC WARNINGS
Because a power blower uses gasoline and blows air and debris at a high speed, safety precautions must be
observed to reduce the risk of personal injury. Read this manual carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the prop-
er use of the machine.
WARNING DANGER
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARNING DANGER
To reduce the potential for accidents, comply with the safety instructions in this manual.
Failure to comply may result in serious personal injury and/ or equipment and property damage.
CAUTION
Removal of this cover can result in
serious bodily injuries, and
will cause heavy damage
to the machine.
FRADAN
POWER EQUIPMENT
This graphic accompanied by the words WARNING and DANGER calls
attention to an act or a condition which can lead to SERIOUS INJURY.
WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL, HEED ITS WARNING!
STAY ALERT!
READ & UNDERSTAND Operator’s Manual and Safety Manual.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE AND EAR PROTECTION.
KEEP HANDS & FEET AWAY FROM AIR DISCHARGE AREAS.
ROTATING FAN BLADES WILL CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY.
CAUTION
Removal of this cover can result in serious bodily injuries,
and will cause heavy damage to the machine.
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GRAPHIC WARNINGS
Because a power blower uses gasoline and blows air and debris at a high speed, safety precautions must be
observed to reduce the risk of personal injury. Read this manual carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the prop-
er use of the machine.
WARNING DANGER
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARNING DANGER
To reduce the potential for accidents, comply with the safety instructions in this manual.
Failure to comply may result in serious personal injury and/ or equipment and property damage.
CAUTION
Removal of this cover can result in
serious bodily injuries, and
will cause heavy damage
to the machine.
FRADAN
POWER EQUIPMENT
This graphic accompanied by the words WARNING and DANGER calls
attention to an act or a condition which can lead to SERIOUS INJURY.
WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL, HEED ITS WARNING!
STAY ALERT!
READ & UNDERSTAND Operator’s Manual and Safety Manual.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE AND EAR PROTECTION.
KEEP HANDS & FEET AWAY FROM AIR DISCHARGE AREAS.
ROTATING FAN BLADES WILL CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY.
CAUTION
Removal of this cover can result in serious bodily injuries,
and will cause heavy damage to the machine.
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• Never ll containers inside a vehicle or on a
truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always
place containers on the ground away from
your vehicle before lling.
• If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing
immediately.
• Never attempt to start a machine near spilled
fuel. Move the machine away from the area
of spillage. Avoid creating any source of
ignition until fuel vapors have dissipated.
• Clean up spilled fuel immediately.
• Prevent re and explosion caused by static
electric discharge. Static electric discharge
can ignite fuel vapors in a underground fuel
container.
• Always keep the nozzle in contact with the
rim of the fuel tank or container opening until
fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock
open device.
• Never overll fuel tank. Replace fuel cap and
tighten securely.
• Read engine manual.
Prevent Fires
• Remove debris from engine compartment and
mufer area, before and after operating
machine, especially after blowing in dry
conditions.
• ALWAYS shut off fuel when transporting or
storing machine, the machine has a fuel shut
off.
• DO NOT store machine near an open ame
or source of ignition, such as a water heater
or furnace.
• Check fuel lines, tank, cap and ttings
frequently for cracks or leaks. Replace if
necessary.
General Service
• Never operate machine indoors or a closed
area. Exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an
odorless deadly poison gas that can kill you.
• California Proposition 65 Warning. The
engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm.
• Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
• Never tamper with safety devices. Check
their proper operation regularly.
• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or
other debris build up. Clean up oil or fuel
spillage and remove any fuel-soaked
debris. Allow machine to cool before
storing.
• If you strike a foreign object, stop, and
inspect the machine. Repair, if
necessary, before starting.
• Never make any adjustments or repairs
with the engine running. Disconnect the
spark-plug wires and ground against
engine to prevent unintended starting.
• Do not change the engine governor
setting or overspeed the engine.
• Maintain or replace safety and instruction
labels as necessary.
Safety and operational
Decals
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Operations
Steps to check Engine oil
Level
Always check oil level before starting
Machine.
1. Move the machine to a level surface.
2. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and
fully insert the dipstick.
3. Remove the dipstick and read the oil
level.If the oil level is below the full line,
slowly pour oil into the oil ll tube until
the oil level reaches the Full line on the
dipstick.
4. Note: Do not overll. (refer to engine
manual)
5. Install the dipstick securely.
Steps to check Gearbox Oil
level
1. Remove belt guard cover on engine side.
2. Observe the sight glass on the gear box,
oil level must be at midway mark.
3. To add oil, remove top vent cap and pour
oil in hole with appropriate funnel.
4. Total gear box capacity is 200ml of
80-90w SAE gear oil.
Traction Control
Note: Under poor traction
conditions use traction control
• To engage traction control,
bring machine to a complete stop.
• Use left hand to twist grip
counterclockwise and hold
position.
• To disengage traction control, bring
machine to a complete stop.
• Use left hand to release grip and
twist clockwise.
• Note: When traction control is engaged
the machine will drive straight and be
difcult to steer.
Turn CCW to Lock Wheels
Turn CCW to Lock Wheels
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