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Operator’s Manual

Electric Blower / Vacuum
Model TB120BV

TB120BV Features:

Double Insulated
215 mph Velocity
375 cfm Air Volume
12 amp, 120 volt Motor

CAUTION: Before using this product,
read this manual and follow all safety
rules and operating instructions.

• SAFETY

• ASSEMBLY

• OPERATION

• MAINTENANCE

• PARTS LIST

P/N 6096-MD1402(2)
PRINTED IN TAIWAN

PLEASE READ

Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing a Troy Bilt product. With proper operation and maintenance it will provide you with years of service.
In order to make the best use of your investment, be CERTAIN to familiarize yourself with the contents of the ENTIRE User

ual before attempting to operate and maintain your unit.

Man
Be sure to carefully follow the step-by-step illustrations in this manual to start, operate and maintain your new product.
In the manual there will be the following call-outs: NOTE, WARNING / CAUTION and WARRANTY.
A NOTE is used to convey additional information, to highlight a particular explanation, or expand a step description.
A WARNING or CAUTION identifies a procedure which, if not undertaken or if improperly done, can result in serious per-
sonal injury or damage to the unit and/or both.

GENERAL INFORMATION

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8

7

1

The (

WARRANTY SYMBOL) serves notice that unless instructions or procedures are followed, any damage caused
will void the warranty and repairs will be at owner’s expense.
Pay particular attention to the safety precautions.They are written for your protection and contain important information you
must know to safely operate your blower.

FOR WARRANTY OR SERVICE, FIND THE NEAREST TROY BILT SERVICE CENTER BY CALLING: 1-800-520-5520

5

1. Handle

2. High/Low Speed Switch

3. Lock Button

4. Regular Nozzle

5. Concentrator Nozzle

6. Second handle
ube

7.

Upper

acuum

V

T

8. Lower Vacuum Tube

3

14

4

9

12

13

6

11

10

9. Vacuum Bag

10. Vacuum Bag Adapter

11. Air collector

12. Cord retainer

13. Plug for extension cord

14. Vacuum Door

SPECIFICATIONS

Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120V~, 60Hz, 12.0Amp

No Load Speed

High . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16,500 /RPM

Low . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13,000 /RPM

Air Velocity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .215 MPH

Air

olume

V

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Net Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4.3 Kg (9.5 Lbs)

2

375 CFM

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

PLEASE READ - SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions
should always be followed to assure maximum safety
and optimum performance. Read the User manual
before assembling and operating this appliance. Failure
to comply with instructions may result in fire, electrical
shock or personal injury.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK:

1. Use only with an extension cord intended for out­door use
“Extension Cord” chart (Page 8)

2. Do not abuse cord. Never carry appliance by cord
or pull cord to disconnect from outlet.
plug, not the cord.

3. Keep cord clear of operator and obstacles at all
times. Do not expose cord to heated surfaces, oil,
water, or pull around sharp edges, corners, or
close door on cord.

4. Avoid unintentional starting. Be sure the switch is
in the “OFF” position while connecting and discon­necting to a power supply. Do not carry plugged-in
appliance with finger on the switch.

5. Place switch in the “OFF” position and disconnect
appliance from power supply when not in use and
before servicing.

6. Do not use without vacuum bag in place when in
vacuum mode.

. Match wire gauge to the cord length.See

Grasp the

WARNING:

O REDUCE

T
TRIC SHOCK, OR PERSONAL INJURY:

7. Do not allow unit to be used as a toy or to run unat­tended at any time. Keep children away.

8. Do not use accessories or attachments except as
recommended and pro
appliance only for its intended use as described in
this man
Ne

9.
damaged, the motor or the unit itself is not w
as it should, or it has been dropped, damaged, left
outdoors or dropped into w

10. This appliance is provided with double insulations.
There are no serviceable parts inside.
Ne

11.
tions or around swimming pools, hot tubs, etc. Do
not use to blow snow.
Do not handle plug, cord or appliance with wet

12.
hands

THE RISK OF B

ual.

ver use appliance if the cord or plug has been

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ate the appliance in w

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URNS,

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FIRE, ELEC-

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et or damp condi

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king

13. Inspect appliance for any damage to the housing,
cord or plug. Keep all fasteners tight.

14. Do not use if the switch does not turn the appliance
on and off properly.

15. Keep everyone, especially children and pets, away
from the area of operation. Never allow children to
operate the appliance. Turn off unit immediately if
you are approached.

16. Always inspect the area before starting the appli­ance to remove debris and hard or sharp objects
that can be blown or cause damage during opera­tion.

17. Do not overreach or use from unstable surfaces
such as ladders, trees, steep slopes, rooftops, etc.
Keep firm hold of handle and walk, never run. Keep
firm footing and balance at all times.

18. Never blow debris in the direction of bystanders or
solid objects.The force of the air can cause objects
to be blown or ricochet which can harm people.
Never place objects inside blower tubes.

19. Never operate with any air openings blocked. Keep
air openings free of dust, lint, hair and anything
that may reduce air flow. Do not plug anything into
openings or blower tubes.

20. Never use the appliance for spreading chemicals,
fertilizer, or any other substances that may contain
toxic materials. Do not use appliance as a sprayer
of flammable liquids.

21. Keep hair, face, fingers and loose clothing away
from any openings.

22. Use extra care when using on stairs.

23. Do not use in the presence of flammable liquids or

ning mater

, smoking or b

gases
ating a fire or explosion.

24. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liq­uids such as gasoline or use in areas where they
may be present.

25. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking,
such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.

Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use in

26.

unventilated areas or where dust or explosive

apors can b

v

27. Disconnect electrical supply before opening inlet

cover or installing pick up tubes. Never operate unit
without inlet cover secured or pick-up tubes in place
when in vacuum mode.

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uild up

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.

ials to avoid cre-

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Always wear safety goggles or other suitable eye

2. Always wear long pants, shoes and gloves. Do not

3. Always wear a respirator or face mask when work-

4. Always inspect the area before starting the appli-

5. Never operate this appliance when you are tired, ill

WARNING:

USED ON WET SURFACES. DO NOT
EXPOSE TO RAIN. STORE INDOORS.

protection.

ear loose clothing, je

w
or go barefoot.

er in a dusty en

w

ing with the b

ance to remove debris and hard or sharp objects
that can be b
tion.

or under the influence of alcohol, dr
tion.

lo

lown or cause damage during opera-

ELECTRIC SHOCK
COULD OCCUR IF

WARNING:

TO PREVENT ROCKS OR DEBRIS FROM
BEING BLOWN OR RICOCHETING INTO
THE EYES OR FACE WHICH CAN RESULT
IN BLINDNESS OR OTHER SERIOUS
INJURY.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS

Use of these personal safety items is highly recommended
to reduce the risk of accidental injury.

Read the User Manual.

6. Use only 120 A.C. voltage supply as shown on the
nameplate of the appliance.

7. Always run the appliance with the blower tubes
attached to the unit when in the blower mode.
Always run the appliance with the vacuum tubes

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, shor

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elr

w

vironment.

ugs or medica

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8.
and bag attached to the unit when in the vacuum

.

mode

9. This appliance is intended for household use.

10.

Don’t force appliance - it will do the job better and
with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for
which it was designed.

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WAYS WEAR

AL
EYE PROTECTION

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

BLOWER ASSEMBLY

To avoid serious

WARNING:

and unplugged before assembling any
components.

1. With the unit off and unplugged, press down the
button (A) and install the regular nozzle (B) onto
the motor housing (C). (Figs. 1 and 2)

2. Insert the concentrator nozzle onto the regular
nozzle to lock (Fig. 2 ). (Concentator nozzle is
used to increase air flow in tight areas : flower
beds, under decks, etc.).

personal injury, be

e the unit is off

sur

C

VACUUM ASSEMBLY

To avoid serious

WARNING:

and unplugged before assembling any
components.

WARNING:

assembly must be used whenever the vac­uum door is open to avoid contact with
rotating blades.

1. With the unit off and unplugged, remove regular
nozzle from motor housing by pressing down but­ton (A) and pulling regular nozzle off (Fig. 1).
Then release the vacuum door by carefully insert­ing a flat head screwdriver into the latch opening
(Fig. 3).Twist the tip of the screwdriver gently and
pull open the door with your other hand (Fig. 3
and 4).

personal injury, be

e the unit is off

sur

To avoid serious
personal injury, the
vacuum tube

2. Take off the Air collector (B)(Fig. 5).

3. Align the arrow on the upper vacuum tube with
the arrow on the motor housing (Fig. 6).

4. Insert the upper vacuum tube into the motor
housing. Turn the tube clockwise until the dot on
the tube aligns with the dot on the motor housing
(Fig. 6).

Fig. 8

B

6. Attach the vacuum bag to the vacuum bag
adapter. (Fig. 9)

7. Press down the button (E) and insert the bag
adapter into the unit.(Fig. 10, 11 and 12)

Fig. 5

MOTOR
HOUSING

B

D

To remove : lift locking
tab (D).

CONCENTRATOR NOZZLE

A

Fig. 1

REGULAR NOZZLE

REAR HAND
GRIP

Fig. 3

Fig. 4

UPPER
VACUUM TUBE

Fig. 6

5. Align grooves (D) on the lower vacuum tube with
king hole (C) in the upper v

loc
then connect 2 tubes until the 2 arrows line
up.(Fig. 8)

C

UPPER VACUUM

TUBE

LOWER VACUUM

Fig. 7

acuum tube (Fig.

D

TUBE

7)

Fig. 9

E

Fig. 10

acuum bag

V

WARNING:

during vacuum mode to pr

y from objects being discharged from

injur
blower outlet and to prevent overheating of

.

motor

assembly must be
used at all times

event personal

Fig. 2

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

(C) (A) (B)

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

MOTOR HOUSING

VACUUM

BAG

ADAPTER

UPPER

VACUUM

TUBE

LOWER

VACUUM

TUBE

Fig. 11

VACUUM

BAG

UPPER

VACUUM

TUBE

LOWER

VACUUM

TUBE

Fig. 12

MOTOR

HOUSING

VACUUM

VACUUM

ADAPTER

BAG

BAG

5. Use an appropriate extension cord to connect to

power. See extension cords.(page 8)

To reduce the risk

WARNING:

of electric shock,
this unit has a polarized plug (one blade is
wider than the other). The outdoor exten­sion cord used with the unit must also be
polarized. The plug on the extension cord
will fit into the unit only one way. If the plug
doesn't fit fully into the unit, reverse the
plug. If it does not fit, use a cord with a
correct connection. If the cord does not fit
into the power supply outlet, contact a
qualified electrician to install the proper
outlet. DO NOT change the plug on the
extension cord or unit in any way.

6. Secure the extension cord to motor housing as
shown (Fig. 13)

To avoid serious

WARNING:

personal injury,
wear goggles or safety glasses at all times
when operating this unit. W

ear a face mask

or dust mask in dusty locations.

OPERATING AS A BLOWER

Hold the blower as shown in Figs. 15 and sweep from
side to side with the nozzle several inches above the
ground or floor.Slowly advance, keeping the accumulat­ed pile of debris in front of you.

Most dry blowing operations are better suited to low
speed than high. Of course, you may choose to use
either and you'll probably find the high speed better for
moving heavier items like large debris or gravel.

1. Use the blower for trees, shrubs, flower beds and
hard-to-clean areas .

2. Use the blower around buildings and for other nor­mal cleaning.

3. Use the blower for walls, overhangs and screens.
(Fig. 15)

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

EXTENSION CORD

MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE RECOMMENDATIONS

VOLTS

120

American Wire Gauge

*

ABLE 1

T

When using the appliance

1.
and overheating. See Table 1.

xtension cord m

The e

2.
A”, “SJW-A”, “SJOW-A”, “SJTOW-A”, “SJTW-A”, or “SJTW”.

3. Inspect extension power cord for loose or exposed wires and damaged insulation. If damaged, replace before using
appliance.

4. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This
plug will fit in a polar
the plug.

If it still does not fit, do not use that e

EXTENSION CORD LENGTH WIRE SIZE REQUIRED

25 feet / 7.5 Meters 14 A.W.G.*

50 f

eet / 15 Meters

100 feet / 30 Meters

xtension cord of adequate siz

, an e

ust be specifically designed f

e must be used for safety, and to prevent loss of power

or outdoor use and mar

“SW-A”, “SOW-A”, “STW-A”, “STOW-

ed

k

14 A.W

.G.*

12 A.W.G.*

ized extension cord only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the extension cord, reverse

xtension cord. Do not change the plug in any way.

Fig. 13

STARTING AND STOPPING THE BLOWER
/VAC

This unit is equipped with an OFF/LO

W/HIGH s
For low speed operation, slide the switch up to the first
click (A).

To select high speed, slide the switch up to the second
clic

k (B).

o tur

T

n the unit off

, slide the switch all the way

down (C). (Fig. 14)

witch .

Fig. 15

Fig. 14

8

9