Download
Share
Print this page
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. PRORUN Manuals
  4. Blower
  5. PMB2884
  6. Operator's manual

PRORUN PMB2884 Operator's Manual

Backpack mist blowet
Hide thumbs

Advertisement

Quick Links

Download this manual

Advertisement

loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the PMB2884 and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Subscribe to Our Youtube Channel

Related Manuals for PRORUN PMB2884

Summary of Contents for PRORUN PMB2884

  • Page 2: Product Specifications

    1. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Model PMB2884 Weight (Empty Chemical Tank and Fuel Tank) 30.6 lbs. (13.9 Kg) Weight (Full Chemical Tank and Fuel Tank) 65 lbs. (29.5 Kg) Nominal Fuel Tank Capacity 0.55 gal. (2.1 L) Nominal Chemical Tank Capacity 3.7 gal (14 l L) Engine Displacement 75.6 cm...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    2. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS………………………….……….2 2. TABLE OF CONTENTS…………………………………...…...….3 3. GENERAL WARNINGS……………………………………………4 4. GENERAL SAFETY REGULATIONS……………………..14 5. SYMBOLS……………………………………………...…………..17 6. SET UP & CONTROLS………………...………………..………19 7. OPERATIONS………………………………………..……..……..36 8. MAINTENANCE………………………………….………...……..41 9. STORAGE & TRANSPORT…………………………………….46 10. TROUBLESHOOTING……………………………………..……49 11. EXPLODED VIEWS AND PARTS.…………………………..50...

  • Page 4: General Warnings

    Only attachments supplied by PRORUN or expressly approved by PRORUN for use with the specific PRORUN model are authorized. Although certain unauthorized attachments are useable with PRORUN power tools, their use may, in fact, be extremely dangerous. ▪ Avoid loose-fitting jackets, scarves, neckties, jewelry, flared or cuffed pants, unconfined long hair or anything that could become caught on branches, brush or the moving parts of the unit.

  • Page 5: Setup Precautions

    ▪ The dusting and spreading mode can be used for powder or dry granulate up to a grain size of 0.20 inches (5 mm). ▪ Observe all legal requirements for handling the chemicals. Observe the directions for use on the label of the product at issue. SET UP PRECAUTIONS 1.

  • Page 6: Operating Precautions

    OPERATING PRECAUTIONS 1. An electronic charge may be created in the blowtubes and nozzle assemblies when applying dry materials (e.g. dust) with the dusting and spreading attachments. This is especially true in low humidity conditions, Check the label and / or material safety sheet of the chemical(s) that you are applying.
  • Page 7 7. Keep chemicals out of reach of children, other unauthorized people and animals. When not in use, store chemicals in a safe place. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for proper storage. PREPARE CHEMICAL SOLUTIONS OF ACCORDING TO THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS. ▪ Only prepare sufficient solution for the job at hand so that nothing is left over.
  • Page 8 ▪ Never start the machine in the same place you refilled it with fuel. The engine must be started in an area at least 10 feet (3 meters) from where you refilled the fuel tank. ▪ Make sure your clothing does not come into contact with the fuel. If you have contacted fuel, change your clothes before starting the engine.

  • Page 9: Risk Of Fire

    28. To reduce the risk of injury from thrown parts, check the fan housing for damage (cracks, nicks, chipping). If any damage is found, stop using the unit and contact PRORUN Customer Service for repair. 29. Your power tool is a one-person machine. To reduce the risk of eye or other injury from thrown objects, ensure that bystanders are at least 65 feet (20 meters) away when starting and during use.

  • Page 10: During Use

    DURING USE 1. To reduce the risk of loss of control, never carry the unit with the strap(s) over one shoulder. Wrap your fingers tightly around the handle, keeping the control handle cradled between your thumb and forefinger. Keep your hand in this position to have your machine under control at all times.
  • Page 11 7. The blower fan between the air intake and output openings rotates whenever the engine is running. Never insert any foreign object into the air intake of the machine or into the nozzle of the blower. It will damage the fan wheel and may cause serious injury to the operator or bystanders as a result of the object or broken during subsequent spraying with a different type of chemical (e.g., residual herbicide may damage or kill plants being sprayed with a pesticide).

  • Page 12: Adjusting The Harness

    15. Prolonged exposure to vibrations can cause injuries and neurovascular disorders (also called “Raynaud’s syndrome” or “white hand”), especially to people suffering from circulation disorders. The symptoms can affect the hands, wrists and fingers and are shown through loss of sensitivity, torpor, itching, pain and discoloring or structural changes to the skin. These effects can be worsened by low ambient temperatures and / or by gripping the handgrips excessively tightly.

  • Page 13: Service Precautions

    5. Maintain labels and nameplates on the equipment. These carry important information. If unreadable or missing, contact an authorized dealer for a replacement. 6. Have the equipment serviced by a PRORUN Customer Service qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the equipment is maintained.

  • Page 14: General Safety Regulations

    4. GENERAL SAFETY REGULATIONS TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, OR INJURY: 1. Physical Condition of Operator. Do not operate this unit when tired, ill, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication. 2. Clothing Recommendation. Always wear heavy, long pants, boots, gloves, and a long- sleeved shirt.
  • Page 15 11. Additional Operating Recommendations for Blowers and Blower-Vacuums. a. Operate power equipment only at reasonable hours—not early in the morning or late at night when people might be disturbed. b. Comply with times listed in local ordinances. c. To reduce sound levels, limit the number of pieces of equipment used at any one time. d.

  • Page 16: Intended Use

    28. Check Damaged Parts. Before further use of the appliance, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condition that may affect its operation.

  • Page 17: Symbols

    5. SYMBOLS This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. The labels on the machine are to be considered an integral part of the machine. Should a label come off or become illegible, contact your dealer to replace it.

  • Page 19: Set Up & Controls

    6. SET UP & CONTROLS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This manual contains important instructions that should be followed during setup, operation, and maintenance of the chainsaw. READ THE ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SECTION AT THE BEGINNING OF THIS MANUAL INCLUDING ALL TEXT UNDER SUBHEADINGS THEREIN BEFORE SETUP OR USE OF THIS PRODUCT.

  • Page 20: Package Contents

    PACKAGE CONTENTS...

  • Page 21: Components And Controls

    COMPONENTS AND CONTROLS 1. Diversion Intake Holds the petrol and oil mixture. Shift to operate in mist blowing mode or 9. Liquid Metering Knob dusting and spreading mode. For varying the liquid discharge rate. 2. Starter Handle 10. Baffle Screen Starter grip handle, pull to start the engine.
  • Page 22 16. Engine Switch For securing the tubes. For stopping the engine. Toggle the engine 24. Flexible Tube switch to the “O” position. Release the switch Allows for blowing in the desired direction. and it automatically returns to the start position 25.

  • Page 23: Connecting The Air Tube

    2. INSTALL THE NOZZLE ▪ Insert the nozzle (11) onto the air tube (13) until the pin (13A) slides into the hole (11A). Refer to Figure 4 3. CONNECTING THE AIR TUBE ▪ Position the hose clamp (23) onto the flexible tube.
  • Page 24 4. CONNECTING THE ANTISTATIC CHAIN ▪ Attach the antistatic wire (12A) and chain (12) onto the blower housing with the screw (A). Refer to Figure 7 ▪ Push the antistatic wire (12A) into the flexible tube. Refer to Figure 8 5.

  • Page 25: Preparing To Work

    6. FIXING THE THROTTLE CABLE ▪ Fit the throttle cable and liquid hose into the throttle cable clip, and then hook the clip on the flexible tube (24). Refer to Figure 11 PREPARING TO WORK CHECK THE MACHINE Before starting work please: ▪...
  • Page 26 TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM FIRE: Fill the fuel tank in a well-ventilated area away from ignition sources. If the engine is hot from use, shut the engine off and wait for it to cool before adding fuel. Do not smoke. 1.
  • Page 27 5. Then close the fuel tank with the fuel tank cap. 6. Wipe up any spilled fuel and allow excess to evaporate before starting the engine. To prevent FIRE, do not start the engine while the smell of fuel hangs in the air. 7.
  • Page 28 ALWAYS CLOSE THE FUEL TANK CAP FIRMLY. Immediately clean all traces of fuel which may have dripped on the machine or the ground and do not start the engine until the petrol fumes have dissipated. PREPARING THE CHEMICAL CALCULATING REQUIRED QUANTITY OF SOLUTION CONVERSTIONS ▪...
  • Page 29 3. DETERMINING QUANTITY OF SOLUTION THE QUANTITY OF SOLUTION REQUIRED IS CALCULATED AS FOLLOWS: ▪ = Quantity of active ingredient in Liters ▪ K = Concentration in % ▪ = Required quantity of solution in Liters EXAMPLE: The calculated quantity of active ingredients is 1.5 Liters. According to the maker’s instructions, the concentration is 1%.

  • Page 30: Metering Unit

    5. DETERMINING DISCHARGE RATE THE SETTING OF THE METERING UNIT IS CALCULATED AS FOLLOWS: ▪ = Quantity of solution ▪ = Walking speed ▪ = Discharge rate ▪ b = Working width ▪ A = Area EXAMPLE: The values determined above and a working width of 20 meters require the following setting on the metering unit: TO ADJUST THE REQUIRED DISCHARGE RATE SEE "METERING UNIT".
  • Page 31 LIQUID METERING KNOB THE LIQUID METERING KNOB CONTROLS THE SCOPE OF SUPPLY AND ALLOWS A WIDE RANGE OF DIFFERENT DISCHARGE RATES. LIQUID METERING KNOB WITH POSITIONS 1 TO 6 Rotate the metering knob for infinitely variable discharge rate: Position 1 = minimum flow rate ▪...
  • Page 32 CONVERSION FROM MIST BLOWING TO DUSTING AND SPREADING MODE 1. Open the liquid valve lever to drain the chemical tank and then clean the tank. 2. Close the liquid valve lever and the dust metering lever. 3. Pull the strainer upward and out of the chemical tank.

  • Page 33: Dusting And Spreading Mode

    MIST BLOWING MODE Refer to Figure 20 DUSTING and SPREADING MODE Refer to Figure 21 9. Thoroughly clean the plastic pins on the chemical tank and the sealing face on the diversion intake and check that there is no residue. 10.
  • Page 34 12. Press the handles (14) down until the tabs (14a) snap into their seats on the housing with a loud click. Refer to Figure 23 13. Check that the container is firmly seated. Refer to Figure 24 FILLING THE CHEMICAL TANK MIST BLOWING MODE 1.
  • Page 35 3. Pour thoroughly mixed spray solution into the container through the strainer. Refer to Figure 26 4. Do not exceed maximum level of 14 liters (arrow). Refer to Figure 27 5. Fit the lid and tighten it down firmly. DUSTING AND SPREADING MODE 1.

  • Page 36: Operations

    7. OPERATION STARTING THE MACHINE BEFORE STARTING 1. Before starting the engine, place the machine on stable ground and make sure blowing are not crushed. 2. With the engine stopped and before starting, check the air intakes between the backpack frame and power head for blockages and clean if necessary.
  • Page 37 2. Press the primer bulb (6) 7 to 10 times to prime the carburetor Refer to Figure 30 3. Hold the machine firmly with left hand on the engine, in order not to lose control of the ma chine during starting 4.
  • Page 38 HOT STARTING To start the engine immediately after it has stopped, follow steps 2 - 3 - 5 - 6- 7 of the above procedure. 1. Press the primer bulb (6) 7 to 10 times to prime the carburetor Refer to Figure 30 2.
  • Page 39 BLOWER MODE REMOVE THE BAFFLE SCREEN. Engine speed should be adjusted to the type of material to be removed: Use the engine at low speed for lightweight material and small bushes on the lawn. ▪ ▪ Use the engine at average speed to move grass and lightweight leaves on pavement or solid ground.
  • Page 40 45° DEFLECTOR SCREEN Diverts spray jet at an angle of 45° ▪ For under-leaf treatment. To increase discharge rate when spraying ▪ upwards. ▪ For targeted treatment of low-growing crops. Helps reduce the problem of spray mist being carried away by the wind when spraying downwards.

  • Page 41: Maintenance

    IF STRAINER IS DIRTY: 1. Pull the strainer upward and out of the solution container. Refer to Figure 38 2. Clean the strainer with clear water and a brush. Refer to Figure 39 AFTER DUSTING AND SPREADING 1. Run the unit until the chemical tank is completely empty 2.
  • Page 42 Store the power tool in a dry and high or locked location out of reach of children. ADJUSTMENTS MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL MUST BE CARRIED OUT BY A PRORUN APPROVED SERVICE CENTRE WITH THE NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE AND EQUIPMENT TO ENSURE THAT THE WORK IS DONE CORRECTLY MAINTAINING THE MACHINE’S ORIGINAL SAFETY LEVEL.

  • Page 43: Routine Maintenance

    ROUTINE MAINTENANCE CORRECT MAINTENANCE IS ESSENTIAL TO MAINTAIN THE ORIGINAL EFFICIENCY AND SAFETY OF THE MACHINE OVER TIME. DURING MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS: ▪ Remove the spark plug cap. ▪ Wait until the engine is sufficiently cold. ▪ Wear protective gloves. ▪ Do not work on the machine if not in possession of the necessary skills and tools.

  • Page 44: Checking The Spark Plug

    MUCH DIFFERENCE IN SPEED WHEN USING THE THROTTLE TRIGGER, IT IS RECOMMENDED TO ADJUST THE CARBURETION SETTINGS. This operation must be performed by a PRORUN approved service center only. LONG PERIODS OF DISUSE IF THE MACHINE WILL NOT BE USED FOR A PERIOD OF MORE THAN...

  • Page 45: Maintenance Schedule

    Clean All Accessible Check Screws Retighten Anti-Vibration Check System Replace Safety Labels Replace Muffler Clean 1) PRORUN recommends that this work be done by a PRORUN approved servicing dealer or qualified persons. Use only the spare parts recommended by PRORUN.

  • Page 46: Extraordinary Maintenance

    FUEL FILTER ▪ Inside the fuel tank there is a filter which prevents impurities from entering the engine. The filter should be replaced once a year, contact PRORUN Customer Service or a PRORUN ▪ approved Service Center. CARBURETTOR ADJUSTMENTS ▪...
  • Page 47 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION SHOULD BE A PRIORITY OF CONSIDERABLE IMPORTANCE WHEN USING THE MACHINE, FOR THE BENEFIT OF BOTH SOCIAL COEXISTENCE AND THE ENVIRONMENT IN WHICH WE LIVE. TRY NOT TO CAUSE ANY DISTURBANCE TO THE SURROUNDING AREA. NEVER DISPOSE OF RESIDUAL CHEMICALS OR CONTAMINATED RINSING SOLUTIONS IN WATERWAYS, DRAINS, SEWERS, STREET GUTTERS OR MANHOLES.

  • Page 48: Troubleshooting

    Air filter is clogged Clean or replace air filter. Follow the will not keep running. instructions under MANTENANCE. Carburation problems. Contact PRORUN Customer Service. Intake grill open. Close the intake grill. Blower tube not fitted. Fit the tube correctly. Air filter is clogged.

  • Page 49: Exploded Views And Parts

    11. EXPLODED VIEWS AND PARTS...
  • Page 55 PRORUN continuously improves our products, and you may find slight differences between your machine and the descriptions contained within this operator’s manual. Modifications can be made to the machine without notice and without the obligation to update the manual, providing that the essential safety and functional characteristics remain unaltered.