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25.4cc Blower Vac 25.4cc Blower only Model No 101PBV26 Model No 101PB26 Operator’s Manual WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual. Save this manual.
We would like you to be completely satisfied with your new product, so feel free to contact an authorized service dealer listed at the back of this manual, for help with service, genuine Pope parts or other information you may require. Or phone the Pope Customer Service Centre for details of your nearest dealer on 1300 134 880.
Safety Rules WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions may result in serious personal injury as well as damage to product. ■ Physical Condition of the Operator. ■ Use the Right Product. Use the product Do not operate this product when tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or for the intended purpose only.
Save These Instructions Symbols The following symbols are located on the product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols allows you to operate the product better and safely. Symbol Name Explanation Safety Alert Indicates danger, warning or caution. Attention is required in order to avoid serious personal injury.
However, do not let familiarity with the product make you careless. WARNING: Exercise caution when using the product. Careless actions, for even a fraction of a second, can result in serious personal injury. Your new Pope product is equipped with the following features. Blower Tubes Common Features Engine The engine is powerful and easy to start.
■ Do not discard the packing material until Blower Tubes (2) you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the product. Vacuum Elbow Tube (1) (101PBV26 only) ■ If any parts are damaged or missing, Vacuum Tubes (2) (101PBV26 only) please call 1300 134 880.
Assembly Assembling the vacuum function: Assembling the blower function: Model No. 101PBV26 only 1. Unscrew the locking screw from the blower Follow these steps to assemble the vacuum port. function. 2. Push the straight tube over the discharge 1. Join the two vacuum tubes together.
Operation Mixing the fuel Filling the Tank DANGER: WARNING: Always stop the engine before filling Petrol is extremely flammable and the tank. Never add fuel to a explosive. A fire or explosion from machine with a running or hot petrol will burn you and others. engine.
Starting the Product Starting the product depends on whether the engine is cold or warm. WARNING: The recoil starter can be damaged by abuse. Never pull the starter cord to its full length. Always engage the starter before cranking the engine. Always rewind the starter cord slowly.
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Starting the Product – continued IMPORTANT: For maximum performance and operating life, allow the engine to warm WARNING: before use. Incorrect spark plug installation can 1. Run the engine at idle speed until operating result in serious engine damage. temperature is reached (2-3 minutes). 2.
Stopping the Engine / Throttle Settings Stopping the Engine General Operating Instructions Throttle Settings 1. Cool the engine by allowing it to run at idle for 2-3 minutes. Machine noise increases at higher throttle 2. Stop the engine by firmly pressing the OFF settings.
Never direct the machine stream toward people or animals. Operating the Vacuum Function: Model 101PBV26 only Follow these steps to operate the vacuum function: 1. Ensure that the correct tubes are securely connected. 2. Start the engine.
Maintenance Emissions Maintenance Schedule Maintenance, replacement or repair of the emission control device and systems may be performed by any Authorised Toro or Pope Service Dealer. WARNING: Before performing any maintenance on this machine, stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug.
Clean the air filter as indicated by the When replacing parts other than maintenance schedule. engine or emissions parts, use only Pope replacement parts. Use of any Air Filter Element other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage.
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Maintenance – continued Spark Plug Maintenance Cleaning the Fuel Filter Spark Plug (turn counterclockwise to remove). Fuel Filter Follow these steps to clean the fuel filter: Follow these steps to replace the spark plug: NOTE: Before removing the spark plug, 1.
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Maintenance – continued Cleaning the Cooling System Muffler Spark Spark Arrestor Arrestor Screen CAUTION: Cover Retaining Screw Dirty or damaged cooling system components may allow the engine to overheat, possibly causing serious Spark Arrestor engine damage. Gasket Chamber Follow these steps to clean the cooling system: Follow these steps to clean the spark arrestor.
Storing the Product Storing the product differs depending on the 6. Pull the recoil starter 2 or 3 times to amount of time it will be in storage. distribute the oil over the cylinder walls. To Store the Product Short Term 7.
Troubleshooting: Problem Possible Cause Solution Engine will not 1. No spark. 1. Remove the spark plug. Reattach the spark start plug cap and lay the spark plug on the metal 2. No fuel. cylinder. Pull the starter cord and watch for a 3.
Troubleshooting: Problem Possible Cause Solution Excessive vibration 1. Warped or 1. Inspect and replace fan as required. damaged blower 2. Locate and tighten as required. fan. 3. Contact an authorised service dealer. 2. Loose bolt or fastener. 3. Internal engine damage.
Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Service Any part of the Pope Product found in the reasonable judgement of Toro Australia Pty Limited to be defective in material or workmanship will be repaired or replaced by an Authorised Service Dealer for this product without charge for parts or labour.
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Authorised Pope Service Dealers Macarthur Mowers Dover & Sons Oaklands Road Mower Magic Mowers APITAL ERRITORY Mitchell Lawnmower CAMDEN BEAUDESERT Centre MILDURA Centre (02) 4655 7793/ (02) 4655 6242 (07) 5541 1977 SOMERTON PARK (03) 5022 7088 MITCHELL (08) 8294 9799 Dover &...
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