Operating Instructions; Operating Tips; Operating As A Blower - Ikra BLS 31 Okay Operating Instructions Manual

• Pull starter rope briskly 1 to 3 times to start the
engine (Fig 13).
• If the engine does not start, repeat steps 3 through
8.
• Allow the engine to warm up for 5 to 10 seconds.
Place the choke lever in position C (Fig. 12).
• Stand in the operating position and clip the shoulder
harness to the support fitting that is most comfortable
for you.
NOTE: If the engine floods while trying to start, place
the choke lever in Position C. Move the throttle lever
to the FAST position (Fig. 11). Pull the starter rope
briskly. The engine should start within three (3) to eight
(8) pulls.
NOTE: Choking is unnecessary when starting a warm
engine. Put the throttle lever in the FAST position (Fig.
10) and start unit with the choke lever in Position B
(Fig. 12).
STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS
• Move the throttle lever to the IDLE position (Fig. 11).
Allow the engine to cool by idling.
• Press and hold the ignition switch down in the STOP
[O] position until the engine comes to a complete
stop (Fig. 11).

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

HOLDING THE BLOWER/VACUUM UNIT
Before operating the unit, stand in the operating
position (Fig. 14). Check for the following:
• Operator is wearing proper clothing, such as boots,
safety glasses or goggles, ear/hearing protection,
gloves, long pants and long sleeve shirt.

OPERATING TIPS

• Be sure the vacuum bag is fully closed before
operating the unit.
• Assure the unit is not directed at loose debris or
persons before starting the unit.
• The unit is in good working condition, the tubes and
guards are in place and secured.
• Always hold the unit with both hands when operating.
Keep a firm grip on both the front and rear handles
or grips.
• To reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with
sound level(s), the use of hearing protection is
required.
• Watch out for children, pets, open windows, or
freshly washed cars, and blow debris away from
these.
• After using blowers and other equipment, clean
up your working area. Dispose of debris in trash
receptacles.

OPERATING AS A BLOWER

• Start the engine. See Starting/Stopping Instructions.
• Set the blower/vacuum mode change-over lever to
the up position (blower mode) (Fig. 15).
• NOTE: Never use the unit with the change-over
lever halfway in between either position.
• Place the shoulder harness over your head, onto
your shoulder, and adjust it properly. See "Installing
and Adjusting the Shoulder Harness".
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