Scag Power Equipment EXTREME LBX15-BV10 User manual

PART NO. 03444
PRINTED 1/2019
PRINTED IN USA
© 2019
Scag Power Equipment
Division of Metalcraft of Mayville, Inc.
Congratulations on owning a Scag Power Equipment blower! This manual
contains the operating instructions and safety information for your Scag Power
Equipment 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
EXTREME
Leaf Blower
Model: LBX15-BV10
LBX15-GX270

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.
• Before performing any maintenance or service, stop the machine and remove the
spark plug wire(s).
• 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:
LBX15-BV10 with a serial number of P4500001 to P4599999
LBX15-GX270 with a serial number of P4600001 to P4699999
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
SCAG APPROVED ATTACHMENTS AND ACCESSORIES............................................................................14
EXTREME BLOWER ASSEMBLY ...................................................................................................................16
EXTREME BLOWER DECALS ........................................................................................................................18

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1.1 INTRODUCTION
Your Scag Power Equipment 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 Power Equipment 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 Power Equipment 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 Power
Equipment 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 POWER EQUIPMENT 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 Power Equipment
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.