Scag Power Equipment CLASSIC LBC15-BS950 User manual

PART NO. 03443
PRINTED 5/2018
PRINTED IN USA
© 2018
Scag Power Equipment
Division of Metalcraft of Mayville, Inc.
Congratulations on owning a Scag wheeled blower! This manual contains the
operating instructions and safety information for your Scag wheeled blower.
Reading this manual can provide you with assistance in maintenance and
adjustment procedures to keep your blower performing to maximum efciency.
The specic models that this book covers are listed on the inside cover. Before
operating your blower, please read all the information enclosed.
OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
CLASSIC
Wheeled Blower
Model: LBC15-BS950

WARNING
FAILURE TO FOLLOW SAFE OPERATING PRACTICES MAY RESULT
IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
• Read this manual completely as well as other manuals that came with your blower.
• ALWAYS FOLLOW OSHA APPROVED OPERATION.
• Become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment, operator controls and
safety signs.
• DO NOT operate on steep slopes.
• Always travel across slopes.
• Keep all shields in place, especially the discharge chute.
• Before performing any maintenance or service, stop the machine and remove the
spark plug wire.
• If a mechanism becomes clogged, stop the engine before cleaning.
• Keep hands, feet and clothing away from power-driven parts.
REMEMBER - YOUR BLOWER IS ONLY AS SAFE AS THE OPERATOR!
HAZARD CONTROL AND ACCIDENT PREVENTION ARE DEPENDENT UPON THE AWARENESS,
CONCERN, PRUDENCE, AND PROPER TRAINING OF THE PERSONNEL INVOLVED IN THE
OPERATION, TRANSPORT, MAINTENANCE, AND STORAGE OF THE EQUIPMENT.
This manual covers the operating instructions and illustrated parts list for:
LBC15-BS950 with a serial number of P4400001 to P4499999
Always use the entire serial number listed on the serial number tag when referring to this product.

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
SECTION 1 - GENERAL INFORMATION...................................................................................1
1.1 INTRODUCTION...........................................................................................................................................1
1.2 DIRECTION REFERENCE ...........................................................................................................................1
1.3 SERVICING THE ENGINE AND DRIVE TRAIN COMPONENTS.................................................................1
1.4 SYMBOLS ....................................................................................................................................................2
SECTION 2 - SAFETY INFORMATION ......................................................................................3
2.1 INTRODUCTION...........................................................................................................................................3
2.2 SIGNAL WORDS ..........................................................................................................................................3
2.3 BEFORE OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS................................................................................................3
2.4 OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS................................................................................................................4
2.5 MAINTENANCE CONSIDERATIONS & STORAGE ....................................................................................5
2.6 USING A SPARK ARRESTOR.....................................................................................................................5
2.7 SPARK IGNITION SYSTEM .........................................................................................................................5
2.8 SAFETY AND INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS.................................................................................................6
SECTION 3 - SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................7
3.1 ENGINE ........................................................................................................................................................7
3.2 BLOWER ......................................................................................................................................................7
3.3 WEIGHTS AND DIMENSIONS .....................................................................................................................7
SECTION 4 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .............................................................................9
4.1 CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENT IDENTIFICATION ..................................................................................9
4.2 INITIAL RUN-IN PROCEDURES..................................................................................................................9
4.3 STARTING THE ENGINE ...........................................................................................................................10
4.4 HILLSIDE OPERATION..............................................................................................................................10
4.5 PARKING THE BLOWER ...........................................................................................................................10
4.6 AFTER OPERATION ..................................................................................................................................10
4.7 REMOVING CLOGGED MATERIAL ..........................................................................................................11
4.8 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR BLOWING ....................................................................................................11

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SECTION 5 - MAINTENANCE..................................................................................................12
5.1 MAINTENANCE CHART - RECOMMENDED SERVICE INTERVALS ......................................................12
5.2 ENGINE OIL ...............................................................................................................................................13
5.3 ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM ............................................................................................................................13
5.4 ENGINE AIR CLEANER.............................................................................................................................13
5.5 TIRES..........................................................................................................................................................13
SECTION 6 - ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST ..............................................................................14
6.1 SCAG APPROVED ATTACHMENTS AND ACCESSORIES......................................................................14
NOTES..............................................................................................................................................................15
CLASSIC BLOWER ASSEMBLY.....................................................................................................................16
CLASSIC BLOWER DECALS..........................................................................................................................18
SECTION 7 - LIMITED WARRANTY - CLASSIC WHEELED BLOWER ....... INSIDE BACK COVER

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1.1 INTRODUCTION
Your Scag product was built to the highest standards in
the industry. However, the prolonged life and maximum
efficiency of your blower depends on you following the
operating, maintenance and adjustment instructions in
this manual.
If additional information or service is needed, contact your
Scag Power Equipment Dealer.
We encourage you to contact your dealer for repairs.
All Scag dealers are informed of the latest methods to
service this equipment and provide prompt and efficient
service in the field or at their service shop. They carry a
full line of Scag service parts.
- IMPORTANT -
The replacement of any part on this product
by other than the manufacturer's authorized
replacement part may adversely affect the
performance, durability or safety of this
product.
Use of other than original Scag replacement
parts will void the warranty.
When ordering parts, always give the model and serial
number of your product. The serial number plate is located
on the frame next to the engine.
USE ONLY SCAG APPROVED ATTACHMENTS AND
ACCESSORIES.
Attachments and accessories manufactured by
companies other than Scag Power Equipment are not
approved for use on this machine. See Section 6-1.
GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING
For pictorial clarity, some illustrations and figures
in this manual may show shields, guards or plates
open or removed. Under no circumstances should
this product be operated without these devices
in place.
All information is based upon product information
available at the time of approval for printing. Scag Power
Equipment reserves the right to make changes at any
time without notice and without incurring any obligation.
1.2 DIRECTION REFERENCE
The “Right” and “Left”, “Front” and “Rear” of the machine
are referenced from the operator’s right and left when in
the normal operating position and facing the forward travel
direction.
1.3 SERVICING THE ENGINE AND DRIVE
TRAIN COMPONENTS
Details regarding the service and repair of the engine
are not covered in this manual; only routine maintenance
and general service instructions are provided. For
service of these components during the limited warranty
period, it is important to contact your Scag dealer or find
a local authorized servicing agent of the component
manufacturer. Any unauthorized work done on these
components during the warranty period may void your
warranty.