Poulan Pro PPBP30 User manual

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Instruction Manual
Manual de Instrucciones
Manuel d’Instructions
PPBP30
IMPORTANT MANUAL - Do not throw away
MANUAL IMPORTANTE - No lo descarte
MANUEL IMPORTANT - A Conserver
A WARNING:
Read the operator’s manual and follow all warnings and safety
instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. Always wear
eye protection.
ADVERTENCIA:
Lea el manual del operador y siga todas las advertencias e instruc-
clones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en lesiones graves.
AVERTISSEMENT:
Lire le manuel de i'utilisaleur et bienrespecter tous les avertisse-
ments et toutes les instructions de security Tout defaut de le faire
pourrait entramer des blessures graves,
Poulan PRO Poulan PRO
1030 Stevens Creek Road 850 Matheson Blvd. West
Augusta, GA 30907 Mississauga, Ontario L5V 0B4
9096*320642

1 - GENERAL INFORMATION
1-1 .
GENERAL IDENTIFICATION
1 .
throttle trigger
13, CONTROL HANDLE
2. THROTTLE ADJUSTER
14. OPERATING TUBE
3.
ON/STOP SWITCH
15. HOSE CLAMP
4.
TOP ASSIST HANDLE
16. FLEX TUBE
5.
SPARK PLUG WIRE / SPARK PLUG
17. THROTTLE LINKAGE
6.
CHOKE LEVER
18.
MUFFLER COVER
7.
STARTER HANDLE
19. SPARK ARRESTER SCREEN
8, AIR CLEANER COVER
20. VENTED BACK PAD
9. FUEL CAP
21. INTERMEDIATE TUBE
10 .
FUEL TANK
22.
2-3/16” (56mm) NOZZLE
11.
PRIMER BULB
23. 1-9/16” (40mm) CONCENTRATOR NOZZLE
12. HARNESS
24. THROTTLE LINKAGE CLIPS
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1-2 . SPECIFICATIONS
ENGINE
Engine Type .Air-cooled, 2-cycle
Displacement.(30 cc) {1.63 cu in.)
Idle Speed RPM.3 400 - 4,400 rpm
Operating Speed RPM.9 000 rpm
Ignition Type.Electronic
Ignition Switch .Rocker switch
Spark Plug Gap.0.026 in.{0.635 mm)
Lubrication .Fuel/oil mixture
Fuel/Oil Ratio.40: i
Carburetor .with primer
Muffler .Baffle with guard
Fuel Tank Capacity.i8.5oz (550ml)
BLOWER
Throttle Control .Finger-tip trigger
Blower Velocity.up to 180 mph
Blower Air Output.up to 400 cfm
Approximate Unit Weight (No fuel) .14.3 lbs
2 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
2-1, WHAT TO DO
READ YOUR USER MANUAL AND ALL
SUPPLEMENTS (IF ANY ENCLOSED)
THOROUGHLY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
UNIT.
1. WEAR CLOSE FITTING, TOUGH WORK
CLOTHING that will provide protection, such
as long slacks or trousers, safety work shoes,
heavy duty work gloves, hard hat, a safety
face shield, or safety glasses marked 287 and
approved hearing protection.
2. REFUEL IN A SAFE PLACE, Open fuel cap
slowly to release pressure which may have
formed in fuel tank. Always wipe unit of fuel or
oil spills before starting. To prevent a fire
hazard, move at least 10 feet (3 meters) from
fueling area before starting.
3. COMPLY WITH ALL FIRE PREVENTION
REGULATIONS. COMPLIANCE WITH ALL
LOCAL, STATE, OR FEDERAL LAWS IN THE
UNITED STATES IS THE USER'S
RESPONSIBILITY.
SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is equipped with
a temperature limiting muffler and spark
arresting screen which meets the requirements
of CaiiforniaCodes 4442 and 4443.AII
U.S.forest land and the states of California,
Idaho,Maine,Minnesota,New Jersey,Oregon,
and Washington require by law that many
internal combustion engines be equipped with
a spark arresting screen. If you operate in a
locale where such regulations exist, you are
legally responsible for maintaining the
operating condition of these parts.Failure to do
so is a violation of the Saw. For normal
homeowner use, the muffler and spark
arresting screen will not require any
service.After 50 hours of use,we recommend
that your muffler be serviced or replaced by an
authorized service dealer.
4. TURN UNIT OFF before setting It down, and
also before installing or removing attachments,
5. KEEP ALL SCREWS AND FASTENERS
TIGHT and the unit in good operating
condition. Never operate this equipment if it is
improperly adjusted or not completely and
securely assembled.
6. KEEP HANDLES DRY, clean and free of fuel
mixture.
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7. STORE EQUIPMENT AWAY FROM
POSSIBLE IGNITION SOURCES, such as
gas-powered water heaters, clothes dryers, or
oil-fired furnaces, portable heaters, etc.
8. ALWAYS KEEP the engine free of debris
build-up.
9. OPERATION OF EQUIPMENT should always
be restricted to mature and properly instructed
individuals.
10. PERSONS WITH RESPIRATORY
PROBLEMS and persons operating blower in
very dusty environments, should wear a dust
particle mask at all times. Paper dust masks
are available at most paint and hardware
stores.
2-2. WHAT NOT TO DO
1. DO NOT USE ANY OTHER FUEL than that
recommened in your manual. Always follow
instructions in the Fuel and Lubrication
section of this manual. Never use gasoline
unless it is properly mixed with 2-cycle engine
lubricant. Permanent damage to engine will
result, voiding manufacturer’s warranty.
2. DO NOT SMOKE while refueling or operating
equipment.
3. DO NOT OPERATE UNIT WITHOUT A
MUFFLER and properly installed muffler
shield.
4. DO NOT TOUCH or let your hands or body
come in contact with a hot muffler or spark
plug wire.
5. DUE TO THE DANGER of exhaust fumes,
never operate blower in a confined or poorly
ventilated area.
6. NEVER POINT BLOWER in the direction of
people, animals, buildings, automobiles, or
windows, etc.
7. DO NOT operate unit without inlet cover
installed to prevent contact with impeller.
8. DO NOT set a hot engine down where
flammable material is present.
9. DO NOT OPERATE UNIT FOR
PROLONGED PERIODS. Rest periodically.
10. DO NOT OPERATE UNIT WHILE UNDER
THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR
DRUGS.
11 . CAUTION: DO NOT ADD, REMOVE OR
ALTER ANY COMPONENTS OF THIS
PRODUCT. Doing so could cause personal
injury and/or damage the unit voiding the
manufacturer’s warranty.
12. DO NOT operate your unit near or around
flammable liquids or gases whether in or out
of doors. An explosion and/or fire may result.
13. DO NOT WEAR loose clothing, scarfs, neck
chains, unconfined long hair, and the like.
Doing so could result in injury associated with
objects being drawn into the rotating parts.
14. DO NOT refuel a running engine or an engine
that is hot.
2-3. IDENTIFICA TtON OF SAFETY S YMBOLS
^WARNING:
This unit can be dangerous! Careless or improper use can cause serious injury.
Read your operator’s manual carefully until you completely understand and can follow all
warnings and safety rules before operating the unit. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
Save operator’s manual.
The blower can throw objects violently. You can be blinded or injured.
Always wear hearing protection and safety glasses marked Z87, Always
wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves, boots and gloves.
Hazard zone for thrown objects. Keep children, bystanders, and animals away from
work area a minimum of 30 feet (10 meters) when starting or operating unit. Do not
poinl blower nozzle in the direction of people or pets.
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Secure hair above shoulder length. Do not wear jewelry, loose clothing,
or clothing with loosly hanging straps, ties, tassels, etc. They can be
caught in moving parts.
Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before cleaning or servicing.
A WARNING:
Fire hazard. Never mix, pour t or store gasoline or use the unit near a flame or sparks
(including smoking, open flames, or work that can cause sparks).
AWARNING:
The muffler is very hot during and after use.
Do not touch the muffler, muffler guard, or surrounding surfaces, or allow combustible
material such as dry grass or fuel to do so.
The engine continues to rotate after the unit is switched off.
3 - ASSEMBL Y INSTRUCTIONS
3-1. ATTACH FLEX TUBE
Put the hose clamp(C) on the flex tube(B) before
connecting the flex tube(B) and the fan’s outlet
tube(A) together.
Connect the flex tube (B) to the fan's outlet tube
(A) (Fig. 3-1 A) with a hose clamp (C) (Fig. 3-1B)
and tighten securely (Fig. 3-1B).
3-2. ATTACH OPERATING TUBE
NOTE: keep the throttle cable as straight as
possible when connecting the blower tubes.
1. Place the unit on flat surface during assembly.
Insure screw mechanism of clamp is
positioned away from operator.
2. Put the hose clamp (C) on the flex tube(8) and
the operating tube before connecting them
together
3. Turn the throttle linkage mark (D) so it aligns
with the throttle handle (F) (Fig.3-2A). Insert
the operating tube (E) into the flex tube (B)
(Fig. 3-2A) and then tighten securely with a
hose clamp (G) (Fig. 3-2B).

4. Attach throttle linkage clips to both ends of the
flex tube to secure the throttle cable.
(Fig. 3-2D)
3-2A
3-2C
3-2D
3-3. ATTACH INTERMEDIATE TUBE AND
CONCENTRATOR NOZZLE
Connect the intermediate tube (H) and
concentrator nozzle (I) or 56mm no 2 zie (J) {you
can only use one nozzle at a time). Push the
tubes together and turn clockwise until they lock
together (Fig. 3-3A). Use concentrator nozzle
when you need more airflow in tight places; flower
beds, under decks, etc.
J
3-3A
3-4. ADJUST BACK PACK HARNESS AND
CONTROL HANDLE
1. Place blower on your back by slipping arms
through the shoulder straps as if you were
putting on a jacket (Figure 3-4A).
2. Adjust backpack harness and control handle.
3. Once adjustments have been made to the
straps for user comfort, remove the blower
from your back and place on level ground in
an upright position.
3-4A
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4 - FUEL AND LUBRICATION
4-1. FUELING ENGINE
WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly when
refueling.
This engine is certified to operate on unleaded
gasoline. Before operation, gasoline must be
mixed with a good quality synthetic 2-cycle
air-cooled engine oil designed to be mixed at a
ratio of 40:1. PoulanAA/EED EATER brand
synthetic oil is recommended. Mix gasoline and oil
at a ratio of 40:1. A 40:1 ratio is obtained by
mixing 3.2 fluid ounces (95 mi) of oil with 1 gallon
(4 liters) of unleaded gasoline. DO NOT USE
automotive oil or marine oil. These oils will cause
engine damage. When mixing fuel, follow
instructions printed on container. Once oi! is
added to gasoline, shake container momentarily
to assure that the fuel is thoroughly mixed. Always
read and follow the safety rules relating to fuel
before fueling your unit.
CAUTION: Never use straight gasoline in your
unit. This will cause permanent engine damage
and void the warranty.
4-2. FUEL REQUIREMENTS
This engine requires the use of minimum 87
octane [R+M]/2 clean gasoline.
IMPORTANT
Use of alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or
using ethanol or methanol) can cause major
engine performance and durability problems.
WARNING: Alternative fuels (not gasoline) such
as E-15 (15% alcohol), E-20 (20% alcohol), E-85
(85% alcohol) are NOT classified as gasoline and
are NOT approved for use in 2-stroke gasoline
engines. Use of alternative fuels will cause
problems such as: improper clutch engagements,
overheating, vapor lock, power loss, lubrication
deficiency, deterioration of fuel lines, gaskets and
internal carburetor components, etc. Alternative
fuels cause high moisture absorption into the
fuel/oil mixture leading to oil and fuel separation.
4-3. FUEL AND LUBRICATION SYMBOLS
FUEL MIXING TABLE
GASOLINE
40:1 Ratio
Lubricant
1 U.S. Gal.
3.2 oz.
95ml (cc)
5 Liters
4.3 oz.
125ml (cc)
1 Imp. Gal.
4.3 oz.
125mi (cc)
Mixing
40 Parts Gasoline to
Procedure
1 Part Lubricant
1ml=1cc
5 - STARTING/STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS
5-1.1. STARTING A COLD ENGINE
NOTE: This product is designed to be started at
idle.
1. Pump primer bulblO X by pressing up on the
buib(D). (Fig. 5-1B)
2. Your unit is designed with a 3-position choke:
FULL CHOKE "H", HALF CHOKE H N” and
RUN “HP.
Move choke lever to FULL CHOKE 11 H ”
position. (Fig. 5-1 A)
NOTE: Easy Start power assist starting
significantly reduces the pulling effort. Pull the
starter cord slowly toabout 3 1/2 feet, the power
assist will turn over the enginewith little resistence
from the engine.
3. Squeeze throttle trigger and turn throttle
adjuster clockwise until it stops.
Throttle adjuster position:
(1) Idling
(2) Full Throttle
Fig. 5-1C)
4. With the unit on the ground,hold the top assist
handle and step on the bottom of the frame
with your foot. (Fig.5-1D)
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Pull starter rope slowly until engine sounds as
if it is trying to start, but do not pull rope more
than 6 times.
5. Move choke lever to HALF CHOKE *' M ”
position.(Fig.5-1E)
6. Pull starter rope slowly until engine starts.
7. Allow engine to run 10 seconds; then, move
the choke lever to RUN “Hi”position.(Fig.5~1F)
8. Press trigger to run.
5-1.2. STARTING A WARM ENGINE
1. Move choke lever to HALF CHOKE “’M"
position.(Fig.5-1E)
2. Pull starter rope siowly until engine starts.
3. Allow engine to run 10 seconds; then, move
the choke lever to RUN “H l’'position.(Fig.5-1F)
NOTE: if engine has not started, pull starter rope
5 more pulls, if engine still does not run, it is
probably flooded. Move the choke lover to the
RUN "Ml" position. Grip starter handle and pull
starter rope slowly rope to clear the engine of
excess fuel If engine fails to srart after repeated
attempts, refer to troubleshooting section.
5-1B
Throttle
5-1C
5-1F
IMPORTANT IDLING INFORMATION
in some cases due to operating conditions
(altitude, temperature etc.) your blower may need
a slight adjustment to the idle speed.
If unit does not Idle after restarting 2 times after
warm up, follow these steps to adjust idle.
1. Locate the idle adjustment screw (E) on the
carburetor (Fig. 5-1G).
2, Using a Phillips or slotted screwdriver - turn
screw 1/4 to 1/2 turn clockwise (to the right).
Unit should then idle properly.
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5-2. STOPPING THE ENGINE
Emergency Stopping Procedure. When it is
necessary to stop blower engine immediately,
press and hold the ON/STOP switch (A) until the
engine stops completely (Figure 5-2).
Normal Stopping Method. For normal stopping,
release trigger and allow engine to return to idle
speed. Then press and hold the ON/STOP switch
(A) until the engine stops completely. (Figure 5-2)
5-2
6 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
6-1. BLOWER OPERATIONS
AWARNING Because of flying debris,
always wear a safety face shield or safety glasses
marked Z87 when operating blower.
AWARNING 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.
AWARNING DO NOT operate the
blower with other people or animals in the
immediate vicinity. Allow a minimum of 30 feet
(10 meters) between operator and other people or
animals.
1. Use the bfower 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 operating bfower 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
operated 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
blowing. 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, including 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.
6-2. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. Follow the instructions “STARTING A COLD
ENGINE”.
2. Once unit is running, place unit on your back
by slipping 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 position yourself so that you can control
the direction debris will be blown .
4. The control handle 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 adjuster
and ignition on/stop switch are all mounted on
a swivel handle that offers a wide range of
operating positions and comfort (Fig. 6-2C).
6-2A
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6-2B
7 ~ MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
7-1. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Perform maintenance procedures at the frequency
stated in the table. These procedures should also
be a part of any seasonal tune-up.
NOTE: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the
emission control devices and system may only be
performed by an authorized service dealer.
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
WARNING
To prevent serious injury, never perform
maintenance or repairs with unit running. Always
service and repair a coo! unit. Disconnect the
spark plug wire to ensure that the unit cannot
start.
MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST
EACH USE
HOURS OF
OPERATION
ITEM
BEFORE EACH USE
10
20
SCREW/NUTS/BOLTS
INSPECT/TIGHTEN
✓
AIR FILTER
CLEAN OR REPLACE
i
FUEL FILTER
REPLACE
i
SPARK PLUG
CLEAN / ADJUST / REPLACE
wa
SPARK ARRESTER SCREEN
INSPECT
wm
REPLACE
wa
FUEL HOSES
INSPECT
✓
Hi
|
REPLACE AS REQUIRED
* Recommended for Maintenance by an Authorized Service Center Technician.
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