Rover R2BV Operator's Manual

Electric start capable 2-cycle handheld blower/vacuum

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Electric Start Capable
2-Cycle Handheld Blower / Vacuum
R2BV
IMPORTANT: Read this manual thoroughly before using this product. Follow all instructions.
769-10605 / 00
Operator's Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Know Your Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Oil and Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Starting and Stopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Cleaning and Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
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SERVICE

DO NOT RETURN THIS UNIT TO THE RETAILER. PROOF OF
PURCHASE WILL BE REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY SERVICE.
For assistance regarding the assembly, controls, operation or
maintenance of the unit, please call the Customer Support Department
at 1300 951 594. Additional information about the unit can be found
on our website: www.rovermowers.com.au.
For service, please call the Customer Support Department to obtain
a list of authorized service dealers near you. Service on this unit,
both within and after the warranty period, should only be performed
by an authorized and approved service dealer. When servicing, use
only identical replacement parts.
All information, illustrations, and specifications in this manual are based
on the latest product information available at the time of printing. We
reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
The product may vary slightly from the illustrations contained in this
manual.
Copyright© 2015 MTD SOUTHWEST INC, All Rights Reserved.
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Know Your Unit ........6 R2BV Specifications .
  • Page 2: Safety

    SAFETY SPARK ARRESTOR NOTE The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and their explanations, NOTE: For users on U.S. Forest Land and in the states of deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety California, Maine, Oregon and Washington.
  • Page 3 SAFETY WARNINGS FOR GAS UNITS • Use only original equipment manufacturer (OEM) replacement parts and accessories for this unit. These are available from your authorized service dealer. Use of any other parts or accessories WARNING: could lead to serious injury to the user, or damage to the unit, Gasoline is highly flammable and and void the warranty.
  • Page 4 OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS • Maintain the unit with care. • All service, other than the maintenance procedures described in this manual, should be performed by an authorized service dealer. • Never remove, modify or make inoperative any safety device furnished with the unit. •...
  • Page 5 • SAFETY & INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS • This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product. Read the operator's manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance and repair information. SYMBOL MEANING SYMBOL MEANING •...
  • Page 6: Know Your Unit

    KNOW YOUR UNIT APPLICATIONS • Cleaning yards, garages, driveways, porches, patios, around walls, fences and more Shoulder Strap ASSEMBLY TOOLS REQUIRED: • Flat-head Screwdriver Handle Lower Upper Vacuum Tube Vacuum Tube Throttle Control On/Off Switch Spark Plug Cruise Control Starter Rope Grip Blower Tube Cinch Strap...
  • Page 7: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury and damage to the unit, shut the unit off before removing or installing blower tubes, nozzles, vacuum tubes or the vacuum bag. ASSEMBLING THE UNIT AS A BLOWER Handle Slots Blower Bumps Outlet Installing the Blower Tube 1.
  • Page 8 WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury and Tube Lock damage to the unit, shut the unit off before removing or installing blower tubes, nozzles, vacuum tubes or the vacuum bag. ASSEMBLING THE UNIT AS A VACUUM Fig. 4 Removing the Blower Tube 1.
  • Page 9 Installing the Vacuum Bag Upper Dots 1. Align the bumps on the vacuum elbow tube with the slots on the Vacuum Tube blower outlet (Fig. 9). The flared end of the vacuum elbow tube should point to the right. 2. Insert the vacuum elbow tube into the blower outlet (Fig. 9). 3.
  • Page 10: Oil And Fuel

    OIL AND FUEL FUELING THE UNIT OIL AND FUEL MIXING INSTRUCTIONS The use of old and/or improperly mixed fuel is the most common cause WARNING: Gasoline is extremely flammable. Ignited of performance problems. Use only fresh, clean unleaded gasoline. vapors may explode. Always stop the engine and allow it Follow the instructions carefully for the proper gasoline/oil mixture.
  • Page 11: Starting And Stopping

    STARTING AND STOPPING WARNING: Operate this unit only in a well-ventilated Off (O) / Stop On ( I ) / Start outdoor area. Carbon monoxide exhaust fumes can be lethal in a confined area. Throttle Control WARNING: SLOW Avoid accidentally starting the unit. To avoid Cruise Control serious injury, the operator and the unit must be in a stable position when pulling the starter rope (Fig.
  • Page 12 USING THE ELECTRIC START ACCESSORY This unit can be started with an optional electric start accessory Item No. Description (items sold separately). Refer to the electric start accessory 49MESCBP966 ......Engine Starter Bit operator’s manual for the proper use of this feature.
  • Page 13: Operation

    OPERATION WARNING: To prevent serious personal injury, never Handle operate the unit without the blower tubes, or vacuum tubes and vacuum bag, securely attached. Make sure the vacuum bag is completely zipped closed. WARNING: Always wear eye, hearing, hand, foot and body protection to reduce the risk of injury when operating this unit.
  • Page 14 As a Vacuum WARNING: The unit is designed to pick up dry materials, such as leaves, grass, small twigs or bits of paper. To avoid serious injury to the operator and severe damage to the unit, do not vacuum wet debris or water. To avoid severe damage to the unit, do not vacuum hard materials, such as metal, glass, etc.
  • Page 15: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE WARNING: To prevent serious injury, never perform maintenance or repairs while the unit is running. Always allow the unit to cool before servicing or repairing the unit. Disconnect the spark plug wire to prevent the unit from starting accidentally. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Perform these required maintenance procedures at the frequency stated in the table.
  • Page 16 ADJUSTING THE IDLE SPEED WARNING: Wear protective clothing and observe all Idle Speed Screw safety instructions to prevent serious personal injury. If the engine will not idle properly: 1. Drain the fuel tank and add fresh, properly-mixed fuel. Refer to Oil and Fuel.
  • Page 17: Cleaning And Storage

    CLEANING AND STORAGE CLEANING STORAGE • Never store a fueled unit where fumes may reach an open flame WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, always stop or spark. the engine and allow it to cool before cleaning or maintaining • Allow the engine to cool before storing.
  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM SOLUTION THE ENGINE WILL NOT START The fuel tank is empty Fill the fuel tank with properly-mixed fuel The primer bulb was not pressed enough Press the primer bulb 10 times or until fuel is visible Move the choke lever to Position 3, squeeze the throttle control and The engine is flooded pull the starter rope The fuel is old (over 30 days) and/or improperly mixed...
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  • Page 24: Warranty

    Warranty Conditions - Australia (Not applicable to other Regions) The benefits given to you under this warranty are in addition to other rights and remedies that you have under Australian law in relation to the goods. MTD Products Australia Pty Ltd warrants that this machine is free from defects in material and workmanship. This warranty is limited to repairing or replacing any part which appears upon inspection by MTD Products Australia Pty Ltd or its agent to be defective in material or workmanship.

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