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Blower Vac Assembly and Owner’s Manual WARNING! Read this manual before operating your Blower Vac...
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION Congratulations on your purchase of a top quality VICTA Blower. This instruction manual will aid in the assembly, operation and maintenance of your new Blower. Please read carefully to ensure safety and the long life of your product.
QUICK START Quick Start Guide 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 6. Before every use, check the machine for the following: •...
FEATURES DEFINITIONS Unit details Handle Engine Air filter cover Cruise control Fuel tank On/off switch Foot Throttle trigger Vac bag Spark plug Flat end tube Starter handle Round end tube Primer Upper blow tube Choke Vac bag tube Intake grill Suction end tube assembly...
Safety Instructions Transporting the blower • Proper handling of the blower will reduce the risk of personal injury. When transporting the blower make sure to always switch off the blower, remove any fuel and the blower tube. Before using the blower •...
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• Store the blower 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.
Safety instructions The following safety precautions must be strictly observed to avoid the risk of damage or personal injury. Do not start or operate the unit inside a closed room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill. Be careful when operating the unit on slippery ground or overgrown terrain. Be attentive for concealed hazards, such as ditches, tree stumps and roots.
ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES Assembly Blower tube assembly. • Align the keyway of the first upper tube (1) with the air outlet compartment (2), then push the tube until it is fitting firmly in place. • Align the keyway of the lower blower tube (3) with the protrusion (4) of the upper tube, push the tube in and rotate it 90 degrees clockwise to one...
• Add 450ml of fuel/oil mix into the fuel tank and secure cap. NOTE: Product may need to be reprimed if it has run out of fuel. • Victa recommends the use of Victa Formula V 2-stroke oil at 50:1 fuel to oil ratio only. •...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Starting Instructions-Cold Engine Start COLD STARTING A “cold” start of the engine means starting it after at least 5 minutes from when it was switched off or after refuelling. 1. Operate the starter, moving lever (2) to «CHOKE». 2.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Starting Instructions-Hot Engine Start To hot start the engine immediately after it has stopped, follow steps 2 - 3 - 4 - 6 of the cold start procedure, making sure the primer (3) is activated 2-3 times only. If the engine does not start up after several attempts, read the section on trouble shooting.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Blowing tips Cont'd Blower sweeping technique The sweeping method is achieved when the blower is swayed back and forth from left to right while the unit is held slightly in front. • Use rake or broom to loosen debris before blowing. •...
General maintenance Never clean the air filter with petrol or inflammable solvents. Make sure Air Filter is fitted correctly, (warranty will be void if engine is damaged due to incorrect fitment) Do not run engine without a clean filter and cover fitted. Maintenance of the spark plug Bosch WSR6F Spark plug gap = (0.6 - 0.7 mm).
• 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.
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...
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TROUBLESHOOTING More Details 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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