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- Page 1 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS OPERATOR’S MANUAL PARTS LIST ‘Giant-Blo’ Walk-Behind Leaf Blower Models covered: 10QB COMPACT QUIET 85QK 90QH SERIES 13QK Actual product may differ slightly from product pictured above Manual No. CQ (5/2002)
- Page 2 preliminaries Congratulations! You have just purchased one of the finest pieces of outdoor power equipment on the market today. If properly cared for, your new blower will provide years of dependable service. Please read and follow this instruction manual carefully in order to get the most out of your new equipment. As you carefully unpack your unit, you will find the following items: Blower Unit Handle Assembly including:...
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Page 3: Slope Operation
safety rules regarding outdoor power equipment IMPORTANT! READ CAREFULLY THE FOLLOWING SAFETY RULES BEFORE ASSEMBLING OR OPERATING UNIT. • Operate only in the daylight or with good artificial TRAINING light, keeping away from holes and hidden hazards. • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the •... -
Page 4: Maintenance And Storage
safety rules regarding outdoor power equipment (cont.) • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain • Always follow the engine manual instructions for could overturn the unit. Tall grass can hide storage preparations before storing the unit for both obstacles. -
Page 5: Front Wheel Assembly
unit assembly Note: Please refer to Parts List for correct part identification and placement. FRONT WHEEL ASSEMBLY • Place Mounting Bracket (Parts List Ref. #25) against lower right corner of Blower Housing (1), aligning holes in bracket with holes in housing. - Page 6 unit assembly HANDLE ASSEMBLY (cont.) • Slip bottom tubes of Upper Handle (39) into top holes of support panel and into lower handle tubes. Align holes in upper handle with set of holes in lower handle assembly that provides most comfortable height, insert one 5/16-18 x 1-3/4”...
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Page 7: Starting The Engine
unit operation STARTING THE ENGINE IMPORTANT NOTE: The procedures outlined within this section are general guidelines, and are in no way meant to replace or supercede engine manufacturer’s operating instructions. In order to obtain optimum performance from your engine, refer to your engine manual. WARNING! IMPELLER IS MOUNTED DIRECTLY TO ENGINE SHAFT –... -
Page 8: Blower Operation
unit operation (cont.) STARTING THE ENGINE (cont.) • Set throttle control fully toward “on” position. If your engine has a fuel prime button, depress it ‘ON’ firmly three times. • Bracing unit with one hand, grasp recoil handle and pull briskly. You may have to pull several times before engine starts. - Page 9 unit operation (cont.) BLOWER OPERATION (cont.) GENERAL RULES TO OBSERVE BEFORE AND DURING OPERATION: • Inspect your unit before each and every use. Check for worn, bent or broken components, loose fasteners, low or flat tires, etc., and repair or replace prior to operation. DO NOT OPERATE A DEFECTIVE UNIT – SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH CAN RESULT.
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Page 10: Troubleshooting
maintenance GENERAL: • Follow implicitly the engine manufacturer’s recommendations for maintenance. • Always keep your machine clean - especially the engine. Check all adjustments periodically. Also, periodically check that all fasteners are secure. • Never make any adjustments to the unit until the engine is off and the spark plug wire is disconnected. •... - Page 11 maintenance (cont.) • EXCESSIVE NOISE OR VIBRATION: • Check to make sure all fasteners are tightened securely. • Remove intake baffle and visually inspect impeller for broken, bent, or cracked blades; also make sure impeller hub is securely tightened onto engine shaft – bolts should be torqued to 15 ft/lbs each. Pull recoil and check for bent engine shaft.
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Page 12: Replacement Parts
90° points of tire, then retightening bolts. alternate method is to place a level against the side of the caster bracket. 0° REPLACEMENT PARTS: • Replacement parts are available through your Giant-Vac dealer. - Page 13 GIANT-VAC, INC. PARTS LIST #5808 'GIANT-BLO' Compact Quiet Series R0502.1...
- Page 14 Bolt, hex cap – 5/16-18 x 1-1/4” grade 5 ----- 31003 Washer, split lock – 5/16” 20220 Baffle, intake 79174 Decal – ‘Giant-Vac’ – 9” white-on-black 31878 Bolt, hex washer head - 1/4-20 x 5/8” 33274 Axle, rear 31653 Collar, 1 pc split – 3/4” nom.
- Page 15 Washer, flat – 5/16” 31003 Washer, split lock – 5/16” 31004 Nut, hex – 5/16-18 27431 Panel, handle support 79168 Decal – ‘Giant-Vac’ – 12” white-on-clear 23244 Handle, upper 91716 Shim, handle 31590 Grip, handle 31002 Bolt, hex cap – 5/16-18 x 1-3/4”...
- Page 16 This warranty does not apply to engines, tires or other items that are purchased by Giant-Vac and warranted by the manufacturer of such items. Items such as bags, grass catchers, hoses and blades are not warranted, as these are considered expendable items.
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