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Operator’s Manual user manual, maintenance instructions and spare parts 280BVX Blower/Vacuum Read this manual carefully before operating the machine Original Instructions Version July 15...
280BVX Blower/Vacuum CONTENTS HOW TO READ THE MANUAL Certain paragraphs in the manual contain particularly significant information and are marked with various levels of highlighting with the following meaning: NOTE or IMPORTANT These give details or further information on what has already been said and aim to prevent damage to the machine or cause other damage.
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280BVX Blower/Vacuum Improper use The machine must not be used for accumulation and collection of inflammable or explosive products, hot embers or combustion material without a flame, lit cigarettes, pieces of glass, sharp objects, metal objects, stones and any other object that could be dangerous to the operator and others.
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280BVX Blower/Vacuum (h). Fuel mixture tank (i). Close the choke (j). Open the choke (k). Adjustment of carburettor “H” High speed adjustment, “L” Low speed adjustment (l). Engine speed continuously variable 1 Engine 10 Upper handle 17a First blow tube (straight)
280BVX Blower/Vacuum SAFETY REGULATIONS This machine is extremely noisy and operators must wear acoustic protection equipment. A) TRAINING 1) WARNING! Read these instructions carefully before operating the machine. Become acquainted with the controls and the proper use of the machine. Learn how to stop the engine quickly.
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280BVX Blower/Vacuum 4) Replace faulty or damaged silencers. 5) Before using the machine, carry out an accurate inspection of the machines efficiency and in particular: • the throttle trigger must move freely, it must not need forcing and should return automatically and rapidly back to the neutral position;...
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280BVX Blower/Vacuum 11) Ensure the machine does not come into contact with foreign bodies and possible flying debris and dust being thrown up by the air; do not direct the air jet in the direction of people or animals. 12) When used as a blower always pay the utmost attention to prevent removed material or dust from injuring people or animals or damaging property.Always assess wind direction and never...
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280BVX Blower/Vacuum 23) Prolonged exposure to vibrations can cause injuries and neurovascular disorders (also called “Raynaud’s syndrome” or “white hand”), especially to people suffering from circulation disorders. The symptoms can affect the hands, wrists and fingers and are shown through loss of sensitiv- ity, torpor, itching, pain and discolouring of or structural changes to the skin.
280BVX Blower/Vacuum F) ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION Environmental protection should be a priority of considerable importance when using the machine, for the benefit of both social coexistence and the environment in which we live. Try not to cause any disturbance to the surrounding area.
280BVX Blower/Vacuum 1.2 USE AS A VACUUM COLLECTOR (Fig. 2) – Align the protrusions of the bag coupling tube (1) with the air outlet nozzle compartments (2), then push the tube until it is firmly in place. – Insert the end nozzle of the coupling tube (1) into the bag inlet (3) and close the inlet with the velcro fastener provided (4).
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NOTE Due to increased Ethanol content in petrol we recommend the use of B3C Ethanol Shield 2-Stroke Oil, or Ethanol Shield Fuel Stabiliser to protect your MITOX® engine against the harmful effects of Ethanol. Visit www.b3cfuel.co.uk for more information. Original Instructions Version July 15...
280BVX Blower/Vacuum IMPORTANT The fuel mixture tends to age. Do not prepare excessive amounts of the fuel mixture to avoid the formation of deposits. IMPORTANT Keep the petrol and fuel mixture containers separate and easily identifiable to avoid the mistake of using one in place of the other.
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280BVX Blower/Vacuum IMPORTANT To avoid breaking the starter rope, do not pull the whole length of it or let it slide along the edge of the rope guide hole. Release the starter gradually, to avoid letting it fly back uncontrollably.
280BVX Blower/Vacuum 4. OPERATING MODES 4.1 USE AS A BLOWER The machine must always be firmly gripped with your right hand on the upper hand grip during work. The Engine speed should be adjusted to the type of material to be removed: –...
280BVX Blower/Vacuum IMPORTANT When using the machine as a vacuum collector, there is a risk of inadvertently suctioning objects which can obstruct the machine and block the rotor. In this case: – switch the motor off immediately; – disassemble the vacuum tube;...
280BVX Blower/Vacuum 5.4 NUTS AND SCREWS Periodically check that all the nuts and screws are securely tightened and the hand grips are tightly fastened. IMPORTANT Cleaning the air filter is essential to guarantee the efficiency and duration of the machine. Do not work with a damaged filter or without a filter, as this could permanently damage the engine.
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All accessible Check screws Retighten Anti-vibration Check elements Replace1) Safety labels Replace Muffler Clean1) 1) MITOX recommends that this work be done by a MITOX servicing dealer. Use only the spare parts recommended by MITOX. Original Instructions Version July 15...
280BVX Blower/Vacuum 6. WARRANTY WORK This work must be done exclusively by your Dealer. All and any operations performed in unauthorised centres or by unqualified persons will totally invalidate the warranty. 6.1 FUEL FILTER Inside the fuel tank there is a filter which prevents impurities from entering the engine.
280BVX Blower/Vacuum Parts List ID No. Part Number escription MIGB/T2671.2 M5X20 SCREW M5X20 MIGB/T93 M5 LOCK WASHER M5 MIGB/T97.1 M5 PLATE WASHER M5 MIF28.0210.0001 STARTER COVER PLATE MIF28.0210.0100 STARTER COVER MIYD25.02.01-2 ROPE GUIDE MIYD25.02.00-5 STARTER ROPE MIYD62.02.00-3 STARTER HANDLE MIYD42.06-6 RECOIL SPRING MIYD42.06-7...
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280BVX Blower/Vacuum Parts List ID No. Part Number escription MIGB/T1099 3X5X13 KEY 3X5X13 MIF28.0103.0400 BEARING 8X11X10 MIYD36.01.03.00-4 PISTON PIN CLIP MIF28.0103.0003 PISTON PIN MIF28.0103.0300 PISTON MIF28.0103.0002 PISTON RING MIF28.0101.0006 GASKET - CYLINDER MIGB/T276 6201/P5 BALL BEARING 6201/P5 MIGB/T119 3X9 PIN 3×9 MIF28.0102.0002...
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280BVX Blower/Vacuum Parts List ID No. Part Number escription MIGB/T93 M5 SPRING WASHER M5 MIGB/T2671.2 M5X20 SCREW M5X20 MITBC261D.01.00.00-4 GASKET - MANIFOLD MIF28.0101.0200 CARBURETTOR MIF28.0100.0001 KNOB - CHOKE MIF28.0104.0003 AIR FILTER COVER BASE MIGB/T97.1 M5 WASHER M5 MIGB/T93 M5 SPRING WASHER M5 MIGB/T2671.2 M5X50...
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280BVX Blower/Vacuum Parts List ID No. Part Number escription MIF28.0117.0001 FUEL TUBE MIA45.0102.0103 CIRCLIP MIYD38-3.03.04-00 FUEL FILTER MIYD62.00.03-1 FUEL CAP ASSY MIF28.0111.0003 MOUNT MIF28.0111.0002 AV SPRING MIF28.0213.0100 EARTH WIRES MI02.05.92 SWITCH MI23151-B001-0000 WATERPROOF CAP MIGB/T845 ST5X19 SCREW ST5X19 MIF28.0111.0100 FAN CASE L/H MIGB/T2671.2 M5X25...
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280BVX Blower/Vacuum Parts List ID No. Part Number escription MIF28.0211.0102 FAN COVER PLATE MIF28.0114.0001 SUCTION TUBE - UPPER MIF28.0114.0002 SUCTION TUBE - LOWER MIF28.0214.0001 BLOW TUBE - UPPER MIF28.0114.0004 SAFETY GRILL MIF28.0114.0003 BLOW PIPE - ROUND MIF28.0115.0002 BLOW PIPE - FLAT MIF28.0115.0200...
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280BVX Blower/Vacuum Original Instructions Version July 15...
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280BVX Blower/Vacuum Original Instructions Version July 15...
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The manufacturer undertakes to replace, any spare parts that are classified as defective by an appointed Mitox service dealer. The manufacturer will not accept liability for the replacement of the machine, either partially or wholly, and /or consequential damages and /or interest charges either directly or indirectly.
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