Black Max BM254BV Operator's Manual page 13

STARTING AND STOPPING
See Figures 10 - 11.
To start a cold engine:
 Set the blower vac on a flat, bare surface.
 Slowly press the primer bulb 8 times.
Note: After the 8th press, fuel should be visible in the
primer bulb. If it is not, continue to press the primer until
you see fuel in the bulb.
 Place the choke lever in the FULL CHOKE position.
 Pull throttle lock back to lock the throttle wide open.
 Pull the starter grip and rope sharply until engine attempts
to run. Do not pull the starter grip more than four (4) times.
 Set the choke lever in the HALF CHOKE position.
 Pull the starter grip and rope until the engine runs. Do
not pull the starter grip more than six (6) times.
Note: If the engine does not start, return to the FULL
CHOKE position and repeat steps 3 through 6 again.
 Allow the engine to run for 20 seconds, then place the
choke lever in the RUN position.
Note: In cooler environments, additional pulls of the starter
handle may be required with the choke lever in the FULL
CHOKE position.
To start warm engine:
 Place the choke lever in the RUN position.
 Pull throttle lock back to lock the throttle wide open.
 Pull the starter grip and rope until the engine runs.
Note: If the engine does not start, repeat steps 3 through
7 again.
To stop the engine:
 Press and hold the stop switch in the stop "
until the engine stops. The switch will automatically return
to the on (I) position when released.
OPERATING THE BLOWER
See Figures 12 - 13.
WARNING:
Never run the unit without the blower tubes installed or
the vacuum door securely closed. Failure to follow these
steps could result in possible serious injuries.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with hearing protection.
Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into
your eyes and other possible serious injuries.
OPERATION
 Start the blower. Refer to Starting and Stopping earlier
in this manual. Hold the blower with the upper handle in
your right hand.
WARNING:
Always hold the blower away from your body with the
handle in your right hand when operating as a blower,
keeping clearance between your body and the product.
The muffler side of the blower should be away from your
body. Any contact with the housing can result in burns
and/or other serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not place blower on top of or near loose debris or
gravel. Debris may be sucked into blower intake vent
resulting in possible damage to the unit and could result
in serious personal injury.
 To keep from scattering debris, blow around the outer
edges of a debris pile. Never blow directly into the center
of a pile.
 Operate power equipment at reasonable hours only - not
early in the morning or late at night when people might be
disturbed. Comply with the times listed in local ordinances.
 To reduce sound levels, limit the number of pieces of
equipment used at any one time.
 Conserve water by using power blowers instead of hoses
for many lawn and garden applications, including areas
such as gutters, screens, patios, grills, porches, and
gardens.
 Operate blower at the lowest possible throttle speed to
" position
do the job.
 Check your equipment before operation, especially the
muffler, air intakes, and air filters.
 Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing.
 In dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces when water
is available.
 Watch out for children, pets, open windows, or freshly
washed cars, and blow debris safely away.
 Use the sweeper nozzle so the air stream can work close
to the ground.
 After using blowers or other equipment, CLEAN UP!
Dispose of debris properly.
 Use the sweeper nozzle for the everyday blowing
operation. This nozzle allows for more area to be covered
during the blowing operation.
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