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- Page 1 MODELS VPLV0226 VICTA PRO Blower Vac Assembly and Owner’s Manual WARNING! Read this manual before operating your VICTA PRO Blower Vac. LR02390A-A.indd 1 22/07/2014 4:36:36 PM...
- Page 2 IMPORTANTINFORMATION Congratulations on your purchase of a top quality VICTA PRO Blower Vac. This instruction manual will aid in the assembly, operation and maintenance of your new Blower Vac. Please read carefully to ensure safety and the long life of your product.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Blowing Tips Vac & Mulch Tips Maintenance & Care Fuel & Oil Air Filter Spark Plug Maintenance Cleaning & Storage Maintenance Chart Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Technical Specifications Model Details VICTA Products Accessories & Spare Parts Warranty Warranty LR02390A-A.indd 3 22/07/2014 4:36:39 PM... -
Page 4: Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions Transporting the blower vac • Proper handling of the blower vac will reduce the risk of personal injury. When transporting the blower vac make sure to always switch off the blower vac, empty vac bag, remove any fuel and the blower tubes. Before using the blower vac •... - Page 5 Safety Instructions Operating the blower vac • When using the blower vac, hold the handle firmly at all times. Discontinue use if discomfort occurs from vibration. Avoid long exposure without rest periods. • Keep all body parts away from the nozzle end and vac intake. Make sure the unit is OFF and spark plug is disconnected when clearing jammed material.
- Page 6 Safety Instructions Check the position & operation of controls to ensure you are comfortable before you start using the machine. Check all components are assembled as per assembly instructions on page 10-14. Before every use, check the machine for the following: •...
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Page 7: Hazards
Hazards NOTE : The following safety precautions must be strictly observed to avoid the risk of damage or personal injury. • Check all fasteners regularly. Always ensure that the unit is in a safe operating condition. • Never try to clear debris from the blower vac while the unit is in operation. •... -
Page 8: Quick Start Guide
QUICKSTART Quick Start Guide 1 – Get ready… • Place the Blower on a hard, level surface. • Press the PRIMER 10 times. PRIMER 2 – Set • Set STOP switch to the “ON” position ( l ) • Set the choke lever to "COLD"... -
Page 9: Feature Definitions
FEATURES DEFINITIONS Machine Layout & Supplied Items Throttle Control Upper Handle Air Filter Choke Primer Bulb Fuel Tank Fuel Cap Starter Cord Lower Handle Spark Plug Blower Nozzle Blower Air Tube STOP Switch Impeller Cover Harness Vac Exhaust Tube Catcher Bag Impeller Cover Knob Upper Vac Intake Tube Lower Vac Intake Tube... - Page 10 FEATURES DEFINITIONS Unit Details - VPLV0226 13. STOP Switch 2. Upper Handle 19.Upper Vac Intake Tube 7. Fuel Cap 18. Impeller cover knob 14. Impeller cover 6. Fuel Tank 1. Throttle control 20. Lower Vac Intake Tube 12. Blower Air Tube 3.
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Page 11: Unit Configuration
ASSEMBLYPROCEDURES Unit Configuration Assembly The unit requires assembly before use. This unit works as both a vacuum and a blower. Both configurations require different assemblies. The following steps explain how to configure the unit as a blower and the steps on page 11 explain how to configure the unit as a vacuum. -
Page 12: Vac Assembly
ASSEMBLYPROCEDURES Vac Assembly Remove blower tube as needed before assembling into vac configuration. The following instructions are to assemble for vacuum mode use. Ensure that the engine is in the OFF position before assembly. 1. Turn stop switch off 2. Ensure the vac exhuast 3. -
Page 13: Vac Bag Adjustment
ASSEMBLYPROCEDURES Vac Assembly Cont'd 10. The correct assembly 11. Turn clockwise to secure should align the vac tube vac tube. Ensure all with the upper handle of screws are securely the unit. fastened before turning the unit on. Adjusting Vac Bag Shoulder Harness While standing in the operating position adjust the length to fit the operator's size. -
Page 14: Vac Bag Removal
ASSEMBLYPROCEDURES Vac Bag Removal Remove vac bag when full. 1. Screw anticlockwise to 2. Turn clockwise to 3. Slide the exhuast tube/ unlock exhuast tube/ release exhuast tube/ bag off. bag. bag. See steps 1 to 4 in the vac assembly section (page 11) for instructions to reassemble vac bag. -
Page 15: Starting Instructions
ASSEMBLYPROCEDURES Starting Instructions-Cold Engine Start Starting the engine Note: The starting procedure for the engine will vary slightly depending on your engine temperature and the ambient temperature. The following is the recommended starting procedure if the engine is cold. A cold engine can be: - an engine that has not been started for a period of time - an engine in cold ambient temperatures Cold Start... -
Page 16: Stopping Instructions
OPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS Starting Instructions-Hot Engine Start Starting the engine Note: The starting procedure for every 2 Stroke Engine will vary slightly depending on your engine temperature and the ambient temperature. The following is the recommended starting procedure if the engine is hot. A hot engine can be: - an engine that has just stopped running - an engine in hot ambient temperatures... -
Page 17: Blowing Tips
OPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS Blowing Tips Blower When using your blower always hold the unit with a minimum distance of 15 cm between you and the blower at all times. The blower tube should always face foward, always keep the blower tube infront and pointed away from yourself when in use. -
Page 18: Vac & Mulch Tips
OPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS Vac & Mulch Tips Hold the vac firmly, tilting the vac tubes and use a sweeping action to collect light debris. The debris will flow into the bag. Items such as small leaves and twigs will be mulched as they pass through the fan housing. Emptying the bag often will prolong bag life and increase performance. -
Page 19: Fuel & Oil
• Store the unit in a well ventilated area, away from any naked flames such as those found in gas hot water heaters. • VICTA recommends that all maintenance, repair and inspection work be carried out by a VICTA Authorised Service Centre. -
Page 20: Air Filter
Maintenance of the Air Filter Always switch off the machine and disconnect spark plug H.T. lead before carrying out any maintenance work. Tongue Location NOTE: Dirty air filters reduce the engine output by supplying too little air to the carburettor. Regular checks are therefore essential. -
Page 21: Spark Plug
• Stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug H.T. lead and inspect the unit if it begins to vibrate abnormally. • Use only genuine VICTA replacement parts. CLEARING AN INLET BLOCKAGE Foreign material may cause a blockage in the inlet chute of your blower vac. Ensure the impeller cover is not blocked or covered. -
Page 22: Cleaning & Storage
• Use only genuine replacement parts made and guaranteed by VICTA. Insist on them from your parts and service dealer. For your safety, use only genuine replacement parts made and guaranteed by VICTA. Insist on them from your parts and service dealer. -
Page 23: Maintenance Chart
Maintenance Chart Refer to the following table for routine maintenance. Features Requirements • • Whole unit Visual inspection (leaks) • Throttle lever Check operation • Throttle trigger interlock Check • Stop switch Check • Fuel tank Clean Blower housing/impeller Check & clean cover Vac bag Clean... -
Page 24: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting The following chart lists problem symptoms causes and corrective actions if your blower does not operate properly. If these do not identify and correct the problem contact your local VICTA service centre. Problem Possible cause Remedy Engine will not start... - Page 25 TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Remedy Insufficient power (cont) Improper fuel mixing ratio Replace with correct 25:1 fuel mix Machine is overworked Operate properly – do not overload Fan cover, cylinder fins, etc. dirty Clean and remove dirt and debris Engine makes knocking noise Cylinder overheating Clean fins...
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Page 26: Model Details
TECHNICALSPECIFICATIONS Model Details Model VPLV0226 Stroke Two stroke Number of cylinders Carburetor Diaphragm Spark plug Champion Gasoline engine Volume mixing ratio of fuel oil 25:1 and lubricant oil Fuel grade Unleaded 91 or above Idling speed rpm 3400 Rotation speed... -
Page 27: Accessories & Spare Parts
VICTAPRODUCTS Accessories & Spare Parts VICTA provides a range of safety equipment and spare parts that may be purchased at any VICTA Authorised Service Centre. VICTA Safety glasses VICTA Safety ear muffs Upper/lower Vac tubes VICTA Formula V, Spark plug and Filter... -
Page 28: Warranty
• Express Warranty applies to the original purchaser only. Proof of purchase date must be provided prior to Express Warranty work. • Use of parts other than genuine VICTA Spare Parts cancels the Express Warranty. • Repairs other than by a VICTA Authorised Service Centre cancels the Express Warranty. - Page 29 Subject to that, all warranties implied by statute in respect of the goods are hereby expressly negated and VICTA's liability for the goods is limited to any warranties issued in writing by VICTA and VICTA is excluded from any liability...
- Page 30 WARRANTY Warranty LR02390A-A.indd 30 22/07/2014 4:37:53 PM...
- Page 31 NOTES LR02390A-A.indd 31 22/07/2014 4:37:53 PM...
- Page 32 ©2014 Briggs & Stratton Australia Pty Ltd Victa is a trademark of Briggs & Stratton Australia Pty Ltd All rights reserved. No part of this booklet may be reproduced by any means without prior written permission. All information herein is subject to change without notice.
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