User manual POULAN BP402LE

[. . . ] R ENGLISH ESPAÑOL Instruction Manual Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d'Instructions BP402 LE IMPORTANT MANUAL - Do not throw away MANUAL IMPORTANTE - No lo descarte MANUEL IMPORTANT - À Conserver WARNING: Read the operator's manual and follow all warnings and safety instructions. ADVERTENCIA: Lea el manual del operador y siga todas las advertencias e instrucciones de seguridad. AVERTISSEMENT: Lire le manuel de l'utilisateur et bienrespecter tous les avertissements et toutes les instructions de sécurité. Tout défaut de le faire pourrait entraîner des blessures graves. Electrolux Home Products, Inc. [. . . ] S In dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces or use a mister attachment when water is available. S 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. Blow debris away safely. OPERATING POSITION Eye Protection OPERATING TIPS S To reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with sound level(s), hearing protection is required. S To reduce the risk of injury associated with contacting rotating parts, stop the engine before installing or removing attachments. Do not operate without guard(s) in place. -- 4 -- S Use the full blower nozzle extension so the air stream can work close to the ground. Dispose of debris in trash receptacles. STARTING POSITION BEFORE STARTING ENGINE WARNING: Be sure to read the fuel information in the safety rules before you begin. If you do not understand the safety rules, do not attempt to fuel your unit. Contact your authorized service dealer or call 1-800-554-6723. FUELING ENGINE WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly when refueling. Before operation, gasoline must be mixed with a good quality synthetic 2-cycle air-cooled engine oil designed to be mixed at a ration of 50:1. A 50:1 ratio is obtained by mixing 2. 6 ounces of oil with 1 gallon of unleaded gasoline. Once oil 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. IMPORTANT Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. To avoid engine problems, empty the fuel system before storage for 30 days or longer. Squeeze throttle trigger and turn throttle adjuster clockwise until it stops. Turn throttle adjuster counterclockwise to release throttle trigger and allow unit to idle. If unit still doesn't start, refer to the TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call 1-800-554-6723. BLOWER OPERATION DIFFICULT STARTING (or starting a flooded engine) 1. Squeeze throttle trigger and turn throttle adjuster clockwise until it stops. Continue to pull rope until engine starts. When the engine has warmed up, the blower can be positioned on the back of the operator. Once the blower is positioned and ready for operation, utilize the throttle trigger to maintain an operating speed necessary to accomplish the task. NOTE: Always run the engine at idle speed for a few minutes to allow cooling before stopping the engine. SERVICE Avoid touching muffler unless engine and muffler are cold. A hot muffler can cause serious burns. WARNING: CLEAN AIR FILTER Air Filter GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this unit does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain unit as instructed in this manual. Various adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your unit. CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS AND PARTS S Spark Plug Boot S Air Filter S Housing Screws Air Filter Cover Cleaning the air filter: A dirty air filter decreases engine performance and increases fuel consumption and harmful emissions. [. . . ] Where a warrantable condition exists, ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC. , will repair your small off-road engine engine at no cost to you. MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY COVERAGE: If any emissions related part on your engine (as listed under Emissions Control Warranty Parts List) is defective or a defect in the materials or workmanship of the engine causes the failure of such an emission related part, the part will be repaired or replaced by ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC. OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES: As the small off-road engine engine owner, you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your instruction manual. ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC. , recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your small off-road engine, but ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC. , cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance. [. . . ]