Weed Eater BV2000 TYPE 3, BV2000 TYPE 2, BV2000 TYPE 1, BV1850 TYPE 3, BV1850 TYPE 2 Owner’s Manual

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Instruction Manual

Manual de Instrucciones

Manuel d'lnstructions

BV200 / BV1650 / BV1800

BV1850/BV2000

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aWARNING: Failure to follow all

Safety Rules and Precautions can result in serious injury.

KNOW YOUR UNIT

• Read your instruction manual carefully until you completely understand and can follow

all warnings and safety rules before operat- ing the unit.

• Restrict unit to users who understand and will follow all warnings and safety rules in

this manual.

_,WARNING: Inspect area before star[-

ing unit. Remove all debris and hard objects such as rocks, glass, wire, etc. that can rico-

chet, be thrown, or otherwise cause injury or damage during operation.

Use your unit as a blower for:

• Sweeping debris or grass clippings from

driveways, sidewalks, patios, etc.

• Blowing grass clippings, straw, or leaves into

piles, around joints, or between bdcks.

Use your unit as a vacuum for:

• Picking up dry material such as leaves,

grass, small twigs, and bits of paper.

• For best results during vacuum use, operate

your unit at high speed.

• Move slowly back and forth over the mate-

rial as you vacuum. Avoid forcing the unit into a pileof debris as this can clog the unit.

• Keep the vacuum tube about an inch above

the ground for best results.

PLAN AHEAD

• Always wear eye protection when operat-

ing, servicing, or performing maintenance

on unit. Wearing eye protection will help to

prevent rocks or debris from being blown or ricocheting into eyes and face which can

result in blindness and/or serious injury. Eye protection should be marked Z87.

• Always wear foot protection. Do not go

barefoot or wear sandals.

• Always wear respirator or face mask when working with unit in dusty environments.

• Secure hair above shoulder length. Secure or remove jewelry, loose clothing, or cloth-

ing with loosely hanging straps, ties, tas- sels, etc. They can be caught in moving parts.

• Do not operate unit when you are tired, ill, up-

set, or if you are under the influence of alco- hol, drugs, or medication.

• Keep children, bystanders, and animals

away from work area a minimum of 30 feet (10 meters) when starting or operating unit. Do not point the blower nozzle in the direc-

tion of people or pets.

HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION, IT IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE

• Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame (in-

cluding smoking, open flames, or work that can cause sparks) in the areas where fuel is

mixed, poured, or stored.

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• Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area; store fuel in a cool, dry, well ventilated place; use an approved, marked container for all fuel purposes.

• Do not smoke while handling fuel or while operating the unit.

• Make sure the unit is properly assembled and in good operating condition.

• Do not fill fuel tank while engine is hot or running.

• Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up fuel spills before starting engine.

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

• Always store gasoline in a container ap- proved for flammable liquids.

OPERATE YOUR UNIT SAFELY

_,WARNING: Stop the engine before

opening the vacuum inlet door. The engine

must be stopped and the impeller blades no longer turning to avoid serious injury from the rotating blades.

• inspect unit before each use for worn, loose, missing, or damaged parts. Do not use until unit is in proper working order.

• Keep outside surfaces free ofoil and fuel.

• Never start or run engine inside a closed room, building or other unventilated area.

Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.

• To avoid static electricity shock, do not wear rubber gloves or any other insulated gloves while operating unit.

• Do not set unit on any surface except a clean, hard area while engine is running. Debris such as gravel, sand, dust, grass, etc. could be picked up by the air intake and

thrown out through discharge opening, damaging unit, property, or causing serious injury to bystanders or operator.

• Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use in unventilated areas or where explosive

vapors or carbon monoxide build up could be present.

• Do not overreach or use from unstable sur- faces such as ladders, trees, steep slopes,

rooftops, etc. Keep firm footing and balance at all times.

• Never place objects inside the blower tubes; always direct the blowing debris

away from people, animals, glass, and solid objects such as trees, automobiles, walls,

etc. The force of air can cause rocks, dirt, or sticks to be thrown or to ricochet which can

hurt people or animals, break glass, or cause other damage.

• Never run unit without the proper equip- ment attached. When using your unit as a blower, always install blower tubes. When using your unit as a vacuum, always install vacuum tubes and vacuum bag assembly. Make sure vacuum bag assembly is com- pletely zipped.

• Check air intake opening, blower tubes, vacuum tubes, and elbow tube frequently,

always with engine stopped and spark plug

disconnected. Keep vents end discharge tubes free of debris which can accumulate

and restrict proper air flow.

• Never place any object in the air intake open- ing as this could restrict proper air flow and cause damage to the unit.

• Never use for spreading chemicals, fertiliz- ers, or other substances which may contain

toxic materials.

• To avoid spreading fire, do not use near leaf

or brush fires, fireplaces, barbecue pits,

ashtrays, etc.

• Use only for jobs explained in this manual.

MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY

• Have all maintenance other than the rec-

ommended procedures described in the in-

struction manual performed by an autho- rized service dealer.

• Disconnect spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjust- ments.

• Use only recommended Weed Eater ® re- placement parts; use of any other parts

may void your warranty end cause damage

to your unit.

• Empty fuel tank before stodng the unit. Use upfuel left in carburetor by starting engine and letting it run until it stops,

• Do not use any accessory or attachment

other than those recommended by manufac- turer for use with your unit.

• Do not store the unit or fuel in a closed area

where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an open flame from hot water heaters, electric

motors or switches, furnaces, etc.

• Store in a dry area out of reach of children.

SPECIAL NOTICE: Exposure to vibra-

tions through prolonged use of gasoline pow- ered hand tools could cause blood vessel or

nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and

joints of people prone to circulation disorders or abnormal swelling. Prolonged use in cold weather has been linked to blood vessel dam-

age 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. An antivibration system

does not guarantee the avoidance of these

problems. Users who operate power tools on a continual and regular basis must monitor closely their physical condition and the condi-

tion of this tool.

SPECIAL NOTICE: For users on U.S. For- est Land and in some states, including Cali-

fornia (Public Resources Codes 4442 and

4443), Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Oregon, and Washington: Certain internal

combustion engines operated on forest,

brush, and/or grass covered land in the above areas ere required to be equipped with a

spark arresting screen, maintained in effec- tive working order, or the engine must be con-

structed, equipped, and maintained for the

prevention of fire. Check with your state or lo- cal authorities for regulations pertaining to these requirements. Failure to follow these

requirements is a violation of the law. This unit

is not factory equipped with a spark arresting screen; however, a spark arresting screen is available as an optional part. Ifa spark arrest-

ing screen is required in your area, contact your authorized service dealer for the correct

kit. The spark arresting screen, blower tubes, and nozzles must be assembled to unit to be

in full compliance with regulations.

_WARNING: Stop engine and be sure

the impeller blades have stopped turning be- fore opening the vacuum inlet door or at- tempting to insert or remove the vacuum or blower tubes. The rotating blades can cause serious injury. Always disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance or ac- cessing movable parts.

41_WARNING: If you receive your unit

assembled, check each step to insure your unit is properly assembled end all fasteners

are secure. Follow all safety information in the manual and on the unit.

• A standard screwdriver is required for as- sembly.

BLOWER TUBE ASSEMBLY

1. Align the rib on the blower tube with the groove in the blower outlet; slide the tube into place.

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NOTE: Knob must be loose enough to allow blower tube to be inserted in blower outlet.

Loosen knob by turning counterclockwise.

'uO,,Wlr B,ower

Tub ,

Groove _ _- Rib

2. Secure the tube by turning the knob clock- wise.

3. To remove the tube, turn the knob counter- clockwise to loosen the tube; remove the tube.

VACUUM BAG ASSEMBLY

1. Open the zipper on the vacuum bag and

insert the elbow tube.

2. Push the small end of the elbow tube through the small opening in the bag.

Elbow Tube

Small Opening

4. Hold the vacuum inlet cover open until up-

per vacuum tube is installed.

Vacuum Inlet

Opening Rib

NOTE: Make sure edge of the small opening is flush against the flared area of the elbow

tube, and the rib on the elbow tube is on the bottom.

3. Close the zipper on the bag. Make sure the zipper is closed completely,

4. Remove blower tube from engine.

roove

5. Insert the elbowtube intothe bloweroutlet. Make sure elbow tube rib is aligned with

the blower outlet groove.

6. Turn knob clockwise to secure elbow tube.

VACUUM TUBE ASSEMBLY

_WARNING: Stop engine and be sure

the impeller blades have stopped turning be- fore opening the vacuum inlet door or at- tempting to insert or remove the vacuum or blower tubes. The rotating blades can cause serious injury.

1. Align the lower vacuum tube as shown. Push lower vacuum tube into upper vacu-

um tube.

Upper Vacuum -_ Tube

Post

Retaining _._

Vacuum

Inlet _

Cover

5. Place the hooks of the upper vacuum tube on the retaining posts of the unit.

6. Pivot the tube until it is secured to the

blower unit by the vacuum inlet latch.

PIVOT

HOW TO CONVERT UNIT FROM

VACUUM USE TO BLOWER USE

1. Remove the vacuum tubes by inserting the Up of a screwdriver into the latch area of the vacuum inlet.

2. Gently tilt handle of screwdriver toward

the back of the unit to release the latch while pulling up on the upper vacuum tube

with your other hand.

Inlet Cover

Latch

Hook Post

Lower Vacuum Tube

2. Insert the tip of a screwdriver into the latch area of the vacuum inlet.

Latch _=___ Blower

Latch Area

Vacuum Inlet Cover

3. Gently tilt the handle ofthe screwdriver to- ward the back of the unit to release the

latch while pulling up on the vacuum inlet cover with your other hand.

3, Remove the vacuum bag,

4, Close the vacuum inlet cover and make

sure it is latched closed,

5, Reinstall the blower tube (see BLOWER

TUBE ASSEMBLY).

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SHOULDER STRAP ADJUSTMENT

1 Hold the unit as shown with the muffler aide

facing away from your body and clothes.

2. Pass the shoulder strap over your head and onto your right shoulder.

3. Extend your left arm toward the rear of the vacuum bag.

4. Adjust shoulder strap until the vacuum bag/shoulder strap seam lies between

your thumb and index finger.

5. Make sure air flows freely from the elbow tube into bag. If bag is kinked, the unit will not operate properly.

KNOW YOUR BLOWER

READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT.

Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Lower Vacuum Tube

Throttle

Lever

Elbow Tube

Vacuum

Upper T_

Primer Button

Choke Lever

Fuel Mix

Starter

_7 Blower

Tube

THROTTLE LEVER

The THROTTLE LEVER is used to select the desired engine speed and to stop the engine. Move the throttle lever to the _ position for full speed operation. Move the throttle lever to the _ position for idle speed. Tostop the engine, move the throttle lever to the STOP

position.

PRIMER BUTTON The PRIMER BUTTON removes air from the carburetor and fuel lines and fills them with fuel.

This allows you to start the engine with fewer pulls on the starter rope. Activate primer button by pressing it and allowing it to return to its origi- nal position.

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Rear Handle

CHOKE LEVER The CHOKE helps to supply fuel to the engine

to aid in cold starting. Activate the choke by

moving the choke lever to the FULL CHOKE

position. After engine attempts to start, move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position, Once engine starts, move choke lever to the

RUN position.

OPERATING POSITION

Blower Vacuum

OPERATING TIPS

• While vacuuming or blowing debris, hold the unit with the muffler side facing away from your body and clothes (see OPERAT-

ING POSITION illustration above).

• To reduce the risk of hearing loss

associated with sound level(s), hearing protection is requirod.

• To reduce the risk of injury associated with

contacting rotating parts, stop the engine be-

fore installing or removing attachments. Do

not operate without guard(s) in place.

• Operate power equipment only at reasonable

heors-not early in the morning or late at night

when people might be disturbed. Comply with times listed in local ordinances. Usual recom-

mendations are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday though Saturday.

• To reduce noise levels, limit the number of

pieces of equipment used at any one time.

• To reduce noise levels, operate power

blowers at the lowest possible throttle speed to do the job.

• Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris be- fore blowing.

• In dusty conditions, slightly dampen sur- faces or use a mister attachment when wa-

ter is available.

• Conserve water by using power blowers

instead of hoses for many lawn and garden applications, including areas such as gutters, screens, patios, gdlls, porches, and gardens.

• Watch out for children, pets, open windows, or freshly washed cars. Blow debris away

safely.

• Use the full blower nozzle extension so the

air stream can work close to the ground.

• After using blowers and other equipment,

CLEAN UP! Dispose of debris in trash re- ceptacles.

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

_WARNING: Be sure to read the fuel

information in the safety rules before you be- gin. Ifyeo do not understand the safety rules, do not attempt to fuel your unit. Call

1-800-554-6723. FUELING ENGINE

_WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly

when refueling.

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This engine is certified to operate on

unleaded gasoline. Before operation,

gasoline must be mixed with e good quality synthetic 2-cycle air-cooled engine oil

designed to be mixed at a ratio of 40:1.

Peolan/Weed Eater brand synthetic oil is recommended. Mix gasoline and oil at a ratio

of 40:1. A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing 3.2 ounces (95 ml) of oil with 1 gallon (4 liters) of

unleaded gasoline. DO NOT USE

automotive oil or boat oil. These oils will cause engine damage. When mixing fuel, follow

instructions printed on container. 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. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, empty the fuel system

before storage for 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or

permanent damage may occur.

NOTE: Unit must be placed on its side when adding fuel (see illustration below).

TO STOP THE ENGINE

• To stop the engine, move the throttle lever

to the STOP position.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

_,WARNING: You MUST make sure

the tubes are secure before using the unit.

• Fuel engine. Move at least 10 feet (3 me-

ters) away from the fueling site.

• Hold the unit in the starting position as

shown. Make sure the blower end is di-

rected away from people, animals, glass,

and solid objects.

Blower

Vacuum

telWARNING: When starting engine,

hold the unit as illustrated. Do not set unit on any surface except a clean, hard area when starting engine or while engine is running. Debris such as gravel, sand, dust, grass, etc. could be picked up by the air intake end thrown out through the discharge opening, damaging the

unit or property, or causing serious injury to by- standers or the operator.

STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or a warm engine after running out of

fuel)

1. Move throttle lever to the_ position.

2. Move choke lever to the FULL CHOKE

position.

3. Slowly press the primer button 8 times. Throttle Lever Primer Button

Choke Lever

4. Pull starter rope sharply until engine at- tempts to run, but no more than 5 pulls (be-

low 30° F, 8 pulls).

NOTE: If engine attempts to start before the

5 th pull, go to next step immediately.

5. Move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position.

6. Pull the starter rope sharply until the en- gine runs, but no more than 5 pulls (below

30° F, 10 pulls).

7. After a 5 second warm-up, move the choke lever to the RUN position.

8. Allow the unit to run for 30 more seconds at the RUN position before moving the

throttle lever to _ position.

If engine has not started after 5 pulls (at HALF

CHOKE), repeat STARTING A COLD ENGINE

procedure, if engine still does not start, proceed

to STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE.

9. To stop the engine, move the throttle lever to the STOP position.

STARTING A WARM ENGINE

1. Move throttle lever to the_' position.

2. Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs,

but no more than 5 pulls. NOTE: If engine has not started, pull starter rope 5 more pulls. If engine still does not run,

it is probably flooded.

3. To stop the engine, move the throttle lever to

the STOP position.

STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE Flooded engines can be started by placing the

choke lever in the RUN position. Move throttle

lever to the fast position _ ; then, pull rope until engine starts. After engine starts, move the

throttle lever to the slow position_ to allow engine to idle.

Starting could require pulling the starter rope

many times depending on how badly the unit is

flooded.

If unit still doesn't start refer to the TROUBLE-

SHOOTING TABLE or cell 1-800-554-6723.

_WARNING: Avoid touching muffler

unless engine end muffler ere cold. A hot muffler can cause serious burns.

_WARNING: Stop engine and be sure

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

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instructed in this manual. Various adjust- ments will need to be made periodically to

properly maintain your unit.

CHECK FOR LOOSE

FASTENERS AND PARTS

• Spark Plug Boot

• Air Filter

• Housing Screws

• Muffler CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN

PARTS

Contact an authorized service dealer for re-

placement of damaged or worn parts.

• Fuel Tank - Do not use unit if foel tank shows signs of damage or leaks.

• Vacuum Bag - Do not use vacuum bag if it is torn or damaged.

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