Specifications; Operating Procedures - Hitachi RB 24EAP Instruction Booklet

SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL
Engine Size (ml)
Spark Plug
Dry weight (kg)
Fuel tank capacity (l)
Sound pressure level
LpA (dB (A))
by ISO22868
Uncertainty (dB (A))
Sound power level
Lw measured (dB (A))
by ISO22868
Sound power level LwA (dB (A))
by 2000/14/EC
Vibration level (m/s )
2
by ISO22867
Uncertainty (m/s )
2
*1: Equivalent noise level/vibration level are calculated as the time-
weighted energy total for noise/vibration levels under various
working conditions with the following time distribution: 1/7 Idle,
6/7 racing.
*2: ANSI B175.2
* All data subject to change without notice.
ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES
Blow pipes to main body (Fig. 1)
Inspect the main body and accessories.
Connect straight pipe (1) securely. Align projection (2) in straight
pipe with groove (3) on blower housing and slide the pipe into the
blower housing.
Rotate the pipe clockwise to lock it into place.
Conic pipe to straight pipe (Fig. 2)
○ Align groove (5) on the conic pipe (6) and projection (4) on
straight pipe (1) and rotate the conic pipe in place.

OPERATING PROCEDURES

Fuel (Fig. 3)
WARNING
○ The unit/machine is equipped with a two-stroke engine. Always
run the engine on fuel, which is mixed with oil.
Provide good ventilation, when fueling or handling fuel.
○ Fuel contains highly fl ammable and it is possible to get the
serious personal injury when inhaling or spilling on your body.
Always pay attention when handling fuel. Always have good
ventilation when handling fuel inside building.
Fuel
○ Always use branded 89 octane unleaded gasoline.
○ Use genuine two-cycle oil or use a mix between 25:1 to 50:1,
please consult the oil bottle for the ratio or Hitachi dealer.
○ If genuine oil is not available, use an anti-oxidant added quality
○ Never use for four-stroke engine oil or waste oil.
RB24EAP/RB24EA
○ Always mix fuel and oil in a separate clean container.
Always start by fi ling half the amount of fuel, which is to be used.
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Then add the whole amount of oil. Mix (shake) the fuel mixture. Add
the remaining amount of fuel.
Mix (shake) the fuel-mix thoroughly before fi lling the fuel tank.
NGK BMR7A
Fueling
3.9
WARNING
○ Always shut off the engine and let it cool for a few minutes
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○ Slowly open the fuel tank, when fi lling up with fuel, so that
By ANSI 69*
2
○ Tighten the fuel cap carefully, after fueling.
By CEN 87*
1
○ Always move the unit at least 3 m from the fueling area before
○ Do not smoke and/or allow fl ames or sparks near fuel when
1.8*
1
○ Always wash any spilled fuel from clothing immediately with
○ Be sure to check for any fuel leakage after refueling.
107*
1
Before fueling, clean the tank cap area carefully, to ensure that
no dirt falls into the tank. Make sure that the fuel is well mixed by
109* shaking the container, before fueling.
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Starting
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CAUTION
1.0
1.
2. Set choke lever to CLOSED position. (Fig. 6)
3. Pull recoil starter briskly, taking care to keep the handle in your
4. When you hear the engine want to start, return choke lever to
WARNING
○ Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or building
○ Do not allow the rope to snap back in and always hold the unit
NOTE
5. After starting engine, allow the engine about 2–3 minutes to
Operating blower (Fig. 8)
○ A low speed should be used to blow leaves and dry grass.
○ A medium speed should be used to clean wet leaves and grass.
○ A high speed should be used when moving gravel, dirt or other
WARNING
○ Do not direct discharge of air toward people or pet.
○ The unit should be operated in a well ventilated area.
○ Never perform assembly or disassembly procedures with
○ Never touch muffl er, spark plug, or other metallic parts while
oil expressly labeled for air-cooled 2-cycle engine use (JASO
FC GRADE OIL or ISO EGC GRADE). Do not use BIA or TCW
(2-stroke water-cooling type) mixed oil.
before refueling.
possible over-pressure disappears.
starting.
handling or fi lling fuel.
soap.
Do not start if the pipe and guard net is obstructed.
Check the switch (7) to ON position. (Fig. 4)
* Push priming bulb (8) several times so that fuel fl ows through
the bulb or return pipe (9). (Fig. 5)
grasp and not allowing it to snap back. (Fig. 7)
RUN position (open). Then pull recoil starter briskly again.
and/or near the infl ammable liquid. Breathing exhaust fumes
can kill.
fi rmly.
If engine does not start, repeat procedures from 2 to 4.
warm up before subjecting it to any load.
* If the engine stops and is hard to restart straightaway, allow it
to cool before trying again.
heavy materials.
engine running or serious personal injury may result.
engine is in running or immediately after shutting off engine.
English
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