Blower Operation - Makita RBL250 Original Instruction Manual

Blower operation

Observe all applicable accident prevention regulations!
Starting
Move at least 3 m away from the place of refuelling. Place the blower on
an open area of ground taking care that the air flow does not blow objects.
Make sure that this area is clear of combustible materials.
1. When the engine is cold, left stopped for more than 5 minutes
or when fuel is added to the engine.
1) Push the I-­O switch (1) to "I" position.
2) Give a gentle push on the primer pump repeatedly (7 – 10 times)
until fuel comes into the primer pump (2).
3) Close the choke lever fully by moving it to the
4) Lock t he t hrottle l ever i n t he " start-­up" p osition a s f ollows. S queeze
the throttle lever (4) fully. Then push the lock button (5). Release
the throttle lever while pushing the lock button.
5) Place the blower on the ground. Hold the handle with your left
hand and give several strong pulls to the starter by your right
hand.
6) After the engine is started, open the choke lever fully by moving it
gradually to the
7) Release the throttle lever fully.
NOTE: The throttle lever is unlocked when squeezing it slightly.
2. Restarting immediately after the engine has stopped:
1) Push the I-­O switch (1) to "I" position.
2) Give a gentle push on the primer pump repeatedly (7 – 10 times)
until fuel comes into the primer pump (2).
3) Open the choke lever fully by moving it to the
4) Leave the throttle lever fully released.
5) Place the blower on the ground. Hold the handle with your left
hand and give several strong pulls to the starter by your right
hand.
Stopping
– Release the throttle lever fully, and when the engine rpm has lowered,
push the I-­O switch to "O" position. Engine will stop.
position.
position (3).
position (3).
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