MTD Rover R2MB Operator's Manual

MTD Rover R2MB Operator's Manual

2-cycle electric start capable handheld blower

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R2MB
2-Cycle Electric Start Capable
Handheld Blower
IMPORTANT: Read this manual thoroughly before using this product. Follow all instructions.
769-10897 / 00
Operator's Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Know Your Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Oil and Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Starting and Stopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Cleaning and Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
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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, operation or maintenance of
the unit, please call 1300 951 594. Additional information can be
found at www.rovermowers.com.au.
Warranty service is available through an authorized service center.
To locate a service center in your area, please visit our website or
call the number listed above. Service on this unit, both within and
after the warranty period, should only be performed by an
authorized and approved service center. 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.
06/15

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    The product may vary slightly from the illustrations contained in this manual. Copyright© 2015 MTD SOUTHWEST INC, All Rights Reserved. IMPORTANT: Read this manual thoroughly before using this product. Follow all instructions. 769-10897 / 00...
  • 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 • Never store the unit with fuel in the tank, inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame (pilot lights, etc.) or sparks • Maintain the unit with care. (switches, electrical motors, etc.). • All service, other than the maintenance procedures described in •...
  • Page 5: Know Your Unit

    KNOW YOUR UNIT APPLICATIONS • Cleaning yards, garages, driveways, porches, patios, around Electric Start Port walls, fences and more Handle NO ASSEMBLY TOOLS REQUIRED Throttle Spark Plug Cover Control On/Off Switch Cruise Control Starter Rope Grip Muffler Air Filter Cover Upper Blower Tube Fuel Cap Lower Blower Tube...
  • Page 6: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY WARNING: Upper Blower To avoid serious personal injury and Tube damage to the unit, shut the unit off before removing or installing blower tubes. WARNING: To prevent serious personal injury, never operate the unit without the blower tubes securely attached. TOP Lock Tab INSTALLING THE BLOWER TUBES Fig.
  • Page 7 REMOVING THE BLOWER TUBES Removing the Lower Blower Tube Lock Tab 1. Set the unit on a flat, level surface. 2. While holding the handle firmly, turn the lower blower tube counterclockwise until it unlocks from the upper blower tube (Fig.
  • Page 8: 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 9: Starting And Stopping

    STARTING AND STOPPING WARNING: Operate this unit only in a well-ventilated Off (O) On ( I ) outdoor area. Carbon monoxide exhaust fumes can be lethal in a confined area. Throttle Control WARNING: Avoid accidentally starting the unit. To avoid Cruise Control SLOW serious injury, the operator and the unit must be in a stable...
  • Page 10 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 11: Operation

    OPERATION WARNING: To prevent serious personal injury, never operate the unit without the blower tubes securely attached. WARNING: Always wear eye, hearing, hand, foot and body protection to reduce the risk of injury when operating this unit. Wear a face mask or dust mask if the operation is dusty. HOLDING THE UNIT •...
  • Page 12: Maintenance

    MTD authorized service dealer. safety instructions to prevent serious personal injury. NOTE: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and system may be performed by an MTD authorized service dealer. NOTE: Please read the California/EPA statement that came with the unit for a complete listing of terms and coverage for the emissions control devices, such as the spark arrestor, muffler, carburetor, etc.
  • Page 13 ADJUSTING THE IDLE SPEED If the engine will not idle properly: 1. Start the engine. Refer to Starting and Stopping. 2. Move the cruise control to the SLOW position and let the engine idle. If the engine stops, increase the idle speed. Use a small Idle Speed Screw Phillips screwdriver to turn the idle speed screw clockwise, 1/8 of a turn at a time, until the engine idles smoothly (Fig.
  • Page 14: 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 15: 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 Squeeze the throttle control and pull the starter rope until the The engine is flooded engine starts The fuel is old (over 30 days) and/or improperly mixed...
  • Page 16: Warranty

    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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