Southland S-HBV-30175-E, S-HBV-30175 User Manual

Operator’s Manual

Gasoline Powered Blower/Vacuum/Mulcher; Three-in-One

30cc, 2 Cycle

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Safety Definitions 1 Important Safety Information 2-3 Product Specifications 4 Parts & Features 4 Assembly 5-7 Operation 8-9 Routine Maintenance 10 Storage 10 Troubleshooting 11 Technical Service 11 Warranty 12-17

IMPORTANT:

Thank you for purchasing this Southland® Blower/Vacuum/Mulcher. Read and understand all warnings and instructions in this manual before operating this tool. Improper use of this tool can cause severe injury or death. Keep this manual for future reference.

MODEL Nos. S-HBV-30175-E S-HBV-30175

For Occasional Use Only

Record the following for future reference: Mfg. Date Code : _________________ Date of Purchase: Attach a copy of your sales receipt. Consumer Toll Free Number: 1-800-737-2112

Refer to the website for the electronic manual and parts book.

www.southlandpowerequipment.com

WARNING

Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain product components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

If you have a question or problem...

CALL TOLL FREE: 1-800-737-2112

KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

01/24/2011 Printed in China A200127

Safety Definitions

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Safety Warning Symbols:

Indicates Warning. Keep all by-standers at least 50 ft.

Read these instructions carefully. This equipment can throw small objects

Always wear eye protection that meets or exceeds the requirements of ANSI Z87.1. Wear hearing protection. Wear breathing protection.

Wear safety footwear. Extremely hot surface. Do not touch

Wear safety gloves.

50 ft

15 m

(15 m) away.

at high speed causing personal injury. Inspect area where used and remove all foreign objects.

Explosive material.

a hot muffler, gear box or cylinder, you may get burned. These parts get extremely hot from operation and remain hot for a short time after the unit is turned off.

Rotating impeller blades can cause severe injury.

Control and Operating Symbols:

Choke Control:

Cold Start

Run/Warm Start

Fuel Primer:

Press 6 times.

Safety Alert Symbols:

The information listed below should be read and understood by the operator. We utilize the symbols below to allow the reader to recognize important information about their safety.

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury or equipment/damage property.

Fuel Mixture:

40:1

(Unleaded Gas : 2 Cycle Oil)

Ignition Switch:

OFF

Important Safety Information

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Before Operating Blower/Vacuum/Mulcher

1. READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING BLOWER/VACUUM/MULCHER.

Important Safety Information

WARNING

Read and follow all warnings and safety instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury to you or bystanders.

2. Avoid Dangerous Environments a. Do not operate Blower/Vacuum/Mulcher while under the influence of alcohol, medications, or drugs. b. Do not operate Blower/Vacuum/Mulcher when you are tired. c. Do not use this Blower/Vacuum/Mulcher if you are mentally or physically unable to operate safely.

3. Inspect Blower/Vacuum/Mulcher for damaged parts, and make sure all fasteners and guards are in place and secure. Replace any damaged parts.

4. Dress properly when operating Blower/Vacuum/Mulcher. a. Always wear heavy long pants, boots, gloves, and a long-sleeve shirt. b. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry that can get caught in the rotating parts of the Blower/Vacuum/Mulcher. c. Always wear gloves and substantial foot wear when working outside. d. Always wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

5. Always wear a face or dust mask if operation is dusty.

6. Always wear eye protection that meets or exceeds the requirements of ANSI Z87.1.

7. Always wear hearing protection which meets or exceeds ANSI standards.

8. Throughly inspect the area where the Blower/Vacuum/Mulcher is to be used and use rakes and booms to loosen debris before use.

WARNING

Your equipment can throw small objects at high speed causing personal injury or property damage.

9. In dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces or use mister attachment when water is available.

WARNING

This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects, or other

reproductive harm.

While Operating Blower/Vacuum/Mulcher

1. Stay alert. Use common sense. Watch what you are doing.

2. Do not operate Blower/Vacuum/Mulcher if it is damaged or not securely and fully assembled.

3. Only well instructed adults should operate Blower/Vacuum/Mulcher. Never allow children to operate Blower/Vacuum/ Mulcher.

4. Keep children away. Keep all bystanders at least 50 feet (15 meters) away.

5. Do not point the Blower/Vacuum/Mulcher nozzle in the direction of people or pets.

6. Use only for jobs explained in this manual. Do not use Blower/Vacuum/Mulcher for any job except that for which it is intended.

7. Maintain your balance and proper footing at all times. Do not overreach.

8. Always keep engine on the right hand side of your body.

9. Do not force Blower/Vacuum/Mulcher. It will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed.

DANGER

10. Never start or run the unit inside a closed room or building; breathing exhaust fumes can kill.

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While Operating Blower/Vacuum/Mulcher

CAUTION

Prolonged exposure to vibrations through use of gasoline powered hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve damage in fingers, hands, and joints of people prone to circulation disorders or abnormal swellings. Extensive use in cold weather has been linked to blood vessel damage in otherwise healthy people. If symptoms occur such as numbness, pain, loss of strength, change in skin color or texture, or loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints, discontinue the use of this tool and seek medical attention.

Fuel Safety

1. Mix and pour fuel outdoors WHERE THERE ARE NO SPARKS OR FLAMES.

2. Use a container approved for gasoline.

3. Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the Blower/Vacuum/Mulcher.

4. Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel spills and let the unit dry before using.

5. Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from fueling site before starting engine.

6. Stop engine and allow to cool before removing fuel cap. Remove fuel cap slowly. Do not refuel a hot engine. Do not refuel a running engine.

Maintenance & Storage of Blower/Vacuum/Mulcher

WARNING

1. Stop the engine, and disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance.

2. Maintain Blower/Vacuum/Mulcher with care. Inspect Blower/Vacuum/Mulcher periodically. If Blower/Vacuum/Mulcher is not working properly or damaged, have it repaired by a qualified service center.

3. Check for misalignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, broken parts, mounting, and any other condition that may affect its operation.

4. Keep guards in place and in working order.

5. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by a qualified service center.

6. Use only genuine Southland® replacement parts and accessories. Use of any non-Southland® parts or accessories could lead to injury, damage to the unit, and will void your warranty.

7. Do not remove or modify any parts. Removing or modifying parts could lead to injury, damage the Blower/Vacuum/ Mulcher, and will void the warranty.

8. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.

9. Allow engine to cool and empty the fuel tank before storing or transporting in vehicle. Use up remaining fuel in the carburetor by starting the engine and letting it run until it stops.

10. When not in use, store Blower/Vacuum/Mulcher indoors in a dry location. Store Blower/Vacuum/Mulcher above the r each of children or in a locked area out of the reach of children.

11. Store unit and fuel in area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.

12. If excessive vibration occurs, stop the unit, and check the unit throughly for moving parts, broken parts and any other condition that may cause it. Contact our Technical Service Department if necessary.

Important Safety Information

Product Specifications

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Engine .............................. 30 cc, 2 cycle

Idle Speed ....................... 3,500-4,000 RPM

Peak Air Velocity .......................... 175 mph

Air Volume ...............................400 CFM

Fuel Tank Capacity ................... 20 oz (600 ml)

Fuel Type .......

2-Cycle Oil Type........

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Unleaded Gasoline – 87 Octane or higher

2-Cycle Oil that meets or exceeds

JASO – FC Specifications

Parts & Features

Fig. 1

Fuel Mixture ................

40:1 (Gasoline: 2-Cycle Oil)

Sound Pressure Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79dB

Spark Plug ........................... Torch L8RTC

NGK - BPMR7A

CHAMPION - CJ7Y

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Net Weight .........................13.9 lbs (6.3 kg)

1. Ignition Switch 7. Fuel Tank 13. Throttle Lever 18. Vacuum Bag

2. Handle 8. Spark Plug 19. Vacuum Tube Screw

3. Engine 9. Fuel Primer Bulb 14. Lower Vacuum Tube 20. Vacuum Handle

4. Upper Tube 10. Choke 15. Upper Vacuum Tube

5. Nozzle Tube 11. Fuel Cap 16. Elbow Tube

6. Recoil Starter Handle 12. Air Filter Cover 17. Shoulder Strap

Assembly

Parts Included With The Package

• Lower Vacuum Tube (1)

• Upper Vacuum Tube (1)

• Elbow Tube (1)

• Shoulder Strap (1)

• Vacuum Bag (1)

• Vacuum Tube Screw (2)

If you need assistance or find any parts missing, CALL TOLL FREE: 1-800-737-2112

• Upper Tube (1)

• Nozzle Tube (1)

• Screw (1)

• Screwdriver with Spark Plug Wrench

• 40:1 2-Cycle Engine Oil (3.2 fl. oz.)

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WARNING

Do not operate Blower/Vacuum/Mulcher if it is damaged or not securely and fully assembled.

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Blower Assembly

WARNING

Blower tube installation affects both Blower balance and performance. The tube and nozzle must be installed correctly. Never use the Blower without the upper tube and the nozzles correctly fitted to the Blower.

WARNING

Rotating impeller blades can cause sever injury! Stop the engine before installing or removing the Blower tubes. Never perform any maintenance or assembly procedures on this Blower while the engine is running.

1. Align the arrow on the upper tube with the arrow on the nozzle tube. (Fig. 2 ).

2. Slide the nozzle tube to the upper tube.

3. Turn the nozzle tube clockwise until a click is reached to secure the nozzle tube to the upper tube. (Fig. 3)

4. Align the arrow on the upper tube with the arrow on the Blower outlet. (Fig.4)

5. Slide the upper tube to the Blower outlet.

6. Turn the upper tube clockwise until a click is reached to secure the upper tube to the Blower outlet. (Fig.5)

Note: Position tube so that engraved writing “This Side Up” is in an upward position. (Fig. 6)

7. Tighten the screw, until the tube is secure. (Fig.7)

Fig. 5

Fig. 4

( THIS SIDE UP )

Fig. 6

Fig. 2

Fig. 3

Fig. 7

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