Global Machinery Company BPB41 User Manual

41.5CC

PETROL BACKPACK BLOWER

BPB41 INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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Code: BPB41 IM

Date: 070730 Edition: 08 Op: BN

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Warranty Power Tools

Whilst every effort is made to ensure your complete satisfaction with this tool, occasionally, due to the mass manufacturing techniques, a tool may not live up to our required level of performance and you may need the assistance of our service department.

This product is warranted for a 2-year period for home domestic use from the date of the original purchase. If found to be defective in materials or workmanship, the tool or the offending faulty component will be repaired or replaced free of charge with another of the same item.

small freight charge may apply. Proof of purchase is essential. We reserve the right to reject any claim where the purchase cannot be verified.

This warranty does not include damage or defects to the tool caused by or resulting from abuse, accidents, alterations or commercial or business use. It also does not cover any bonus items or included accessories. Only the power tool is covered under this warranty.

With continuing product development, changes may have occurred which render the product received slightly different to that shown in this instruction manual.

Please ensure that you store your receipt in a safe place. Conditions apply to the above warranty. For full details of

the warranty terms and conditions please refer to our website – www.gmcompany.com

For prompt service we suggest you log your service request online - www.gmcservice.com.au, should you not have access to the internet, please contact our service department on 1300 880 001 (Australia) or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand).

Warranty 2 Introduction 3 Environmental protection 3 Description of symbols 3 Specifications 3 General safety instructions 4 Safety rules for petrol blowers 4 Additional safety rules for petrol blowers 5 Unpacking 6 Contents of carton 6 Know your product 7 Assembly 8 Before Use 8 Mixing the fuel 8 Filling the fuel tank 9 Fitting the safety straps (shoulder and waist) 9 Operation 9 Starting the blower 9 Stopping the blower 10 Running in the engine 11 Blowing 11 Use of the petrol blower 11 Maintenance 11 Checking the spark plug 11 Air filter 12 Useful tips 12 Servicing 12 Storage and maintenance after use 12 Problems 13

Description of symbols

The rating plate on your tool may show symbols. These represent important information about the product or instructions on its use.

Conforms to relevant standards for electromagnetic compatibility

Wear hearing protection. Wear eye protection. Wear breathing protection.

Noise label rating 88dBA (taken at 7.5 meters) you must wear ear protection at all times.

Warning.

Read these instructions for use carefully.

Use at a distance of at least 15m from other people.

Blowers and blower vacuums. Rotating impeller blades can cause sever injury.

Explosive material.

Extremely hot surface. Do not touch a hot muffler, gear box or cylinder. You may get burned. These parts get extremely hot from operation and remain hot a short time after the unit is turned off.

Specifications

Engine: 41.5cc, 2 stoke

Rated power: 1.6 kW

Standard air volume: 12 m3/min

Max. air speed: 255 km/h

Max. engine speed: 6500min-1 ± 200min

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Fuel consumption: ≤1.3 L/h

Fuel tank capacity: 1500ml

Fuel type: 2 stroke (Unleaded petrol/2-stroke engine oil)

2-stroke ratio: 40:1

Equivalent spark plug: CHAMPION CJ8 NGK BM6A

Spark plug electrode gap: 0.635mm (0.025”)

Sound pressure value: 88dBA

Net Weight: 8.5kg Noise label rating 88dBA (taken at 7.5 meters) you must

wear ear protection at all times.

Introduction

Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy your expectations. It has been manufactured under stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance criteria.

You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate, and, with proper care, it will give you many years of dependable service.

CAUTION. Carefully read through this entire Instruction

Manual before using your new GMC Power Tool. Take special care to heed the Cautions and Warnings.

Your GMC power tool has many features that will make your job faster and easier. Safety, performance, and dependability have been given top priority in the development of this tool, making it easy to maintain and operate.

Environmental protection

Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste. All tools, hoses and packaging should be sorted, taken to the local recycling centre and disposed of in an environmentally safe way

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General safety instructions

To use this tool properly, you must observe the safety regulations, the assembly instructions and the operating instructions to be found in this Manual. All persons who use and service the machine have to be acquainted with this Manual and must be informed about its potential hazards.

Children and infirm people must not use this tool. Children should be supervised at all times if they are in the area in which the tool is being used. It is also imperative that you observe the accident prevention regulations in force in your area. The same applies for general rules of occupational health and safety.

WARNING. When using power tools, basic safety precautions

should always be taken to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury. Also, please read and heed the advice given in the additional important safety instructions.

Safety rules for petrol blowers

Training

• Read the instructions carefully. Get familiar with the

controls and proper use of the equipment.

• Only use the blower for the purpose for which it was

designed, i.e. blowing garden debris. Any other use

can be hazardous, causing damage to the machine.

• Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these

instructions to use the blower. Local regulations may

restrict the age of the operator.

• Never use the blower:

– When people, especially children, or pets are nearby. – If the operator has taken medicine or substances that

can affect his ability to react and concentrate.

• Remember that the operator or user is responsible

for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.

Preparation

• While blowing, always wear sturdy footwear and long

trousers. Do not operate the equipment with bare feet

or open sandals.

• WARNING: DANGER! Engine fuel is highly flammable:

– Store fuel in containers specifically designed for

this purpose.

– Refuel using a funnel and outdoors only. Do not smoke

while re-fuelling or whenever handling the fuel.

– Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove

the cap of the fuel tank or add fuel while the engine is running or when the engine is hot.

– If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but

move the machine away from the area of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until the fuel has evaporated and the vapour dispersed.

– Replace all fuel tanks and containers caps securely.

• Substitute faulty silencers.

• Before use, always inspect the machine and check

that the screws are not worn or damaged.

• It is advisable to wear suitable eye protection when

operating the blower.

Maintenance and storage

• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the

equipment is in safe working condition. Regular

maintenance is essential for safety and performance.

• Never store the equipment with fuel in the tank inside

a building where vapour may reach a flame or a spark or a source of extreme heat.

• Allow the engine to cool before storing in an

enclosed space.

• To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, exhaust

silencer, battery compartment (if applicable) and fuel storage area free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease.

• If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done

outdoors and when the engine is cool.

• For reasons of safety, do not use the equipment with

worn or damaged parts. Parts are to be replaced and

not repaired. Parts that are not of the same quality can damage the equipment and be dangerous for your safety.

• Fuel goes off fairly quickly. If you find your blower

does not start, 1st change the fuel in the tank with newly purchased fuel.

Service

• Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair

personnel using only identical replacement parts. This

will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

Operation safety instructions WARNING. Stop the engine and unplug the spark plug

before any repairs or maintenance operations.

• Check that all nuts, bolts and screws are well

tightened before every use.

• Do not run the engine in an enclosed and/or poorly

ventilated area. The gas of the engine contains carbon

monoxide, which is dangerous to your health.

• Work only when there is sufficient light.

• Do not use the blower when it is raining or when the

grass is wet.

• Caution must be taken while blowing on slopes.

• Turn off the engine if you must leave the blower

unattended.

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Never change the rated speed of the engine in any way.

• Stop the engine and remove the spark plug cover in

these cases:

- Before any maintenance, repairing or checking operations.

- If you leave the blower unattended.

- If the blower vibrates in an abnormal way, take the

blower to an authorized service centre.

- Check the bolts and nuts regularly. Bolts and nuts may

vibrate loose over time.

WARNING. Fuel is highly flammable.

• Keep fuel in a jerry can specially made for

this purpose.

• Fill the fuel tank with a funnel and outside. Do not

smoke or use a mobile phone during this process.

• Fill with fuel and oil before starting the engine.

Never open the cap of the fuel tank to add gasoline while the engine is running or still hot.

• Do not start the engine if there is spilt fuel on the

blower or in the area surrounding. Take the blower

away from the zone where fuel has been split and avoid any contact from a hot source as long as the split gasoline is completely evaporated.

• Tighten the fuel tank cap and jerry can cap tightly.

Additional safety rules for petrol blowers

• Do not operate in a hazardous location. Such areas

include where there is a risk of explosion of petrol fumes, leaking gas or explosive dust.

• Do not operate in a confined area. Exhaust gases,

smoke or fumes could reach dangerous concentrations.

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Protect your blower. This blower is NOT WEATHERPROOF and should not be exposed to direct sunlight, high ambient temperature and damp, wet or high humidity conditions.

• Do not smoke while refuelling. This is potentially

dangerous as it may ignite the fuel and cause an explosion.

• Take care not to spill fuel. When refuelling the blower

ensure that the motor has been switched off. Prevent the spilling of fuel as this may also ignite with the hot motor. Never refuel whilst the engine running.

• Be careful where you store the blower. Store the blower

in a dry area away from flammable liquids.

• Keep your distance. The blower emits exhaust fumes.

Ensure bystanders keep a safe distance.

• Ensure you use oil-mix fuel. Ensure that you mix 40 parts

unleaded fuel to 1 part engine grade oil. If not, the engine will overheat and cause damage to your blower.

• Never fill fuel tank indoors. Never fill fuel tank when engine

is running or hot. Do not smoke when filling fuel tank.

• Stop the engine before re-fuelling.

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