Poulan BP400 User Manual - Page 4

D Before operating the blower, loosen the knob and rotate the throttle arm to the position as shown in the illustration. Retighten the knob. Throttle lever Throttle arm Knob NOTE: When the blower is strapped to the back of the operator, the throttle lever is located on the left side. The lowest position of lever is IDLE setting, and the highest position is the FULL THROTTLE setting. START/STOP Switch FULL HALF IDLE S To reduce noise levels, limit the number of pieces of equipment used at any one time. S To reduce noise levels, operate power blowers at the lowest possible throttle speed to do the job. S Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing. S In dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces or use a mister attachment when water is available. S Conserve water by using power blowers instead of hoses for many lawn and garden applications, including areas such as gutters, screens, patios, grills, porches, and gardens. S Watch out for children, pets, open windows, or freshly washed cars. Blow debris away safely. S Use the full blower nozzle extension so the air stream can work close to the ground. S After using blowers and other equipment, CLEAN UP! Dispose of debris in trash receptacles. FUELING Throttle lever USING YOUR UNIT WARNING: You MUST make sure the tubes are secure before using the unit. OPERATING POSITION Eye Protection OPERATING TIPS S To reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with sound level(s), hearing protection is required. S To reduce the risk of injury associated with contacting rotating parts, stop the engine before installing or removing attachments. Do not operate without guard(s) in place. S Operate power equipment only at reasonable hours--not early in the morning or late at night when people might be disturbed. Comply with times listed in local ordinances. Usual recommendations are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday though Saturday. WARNING: Be sure to read the fuel information in the safety rules before you begin. If you do not understand the safety rules, do not attempt to fuel your unit. Contact your local service dealer. FUELING ENGINE This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline. Before operation, gasoline must be mixed with a good quality 2-cycle air-cooled engine oil. We recommend Poulan or Poulan PRO brand oil. Mix gasoline and oil at a ratio of 50:1 (A 50:1 ratio is obtained by mixing 2.6 ounces of oil with 1 gallon of unleaded gasoline). Do not use automotive oil or boat oil. These oils will cause engine damage. When mixing fuel, follow the instructions printed on the container. Always read and follow safety rules under HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION in the safety rules section. IMPORTANT Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, empty the fuel system before storage for 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. STARTING TO STOP THE ENGINE D To stop the engine, move the throttle control lever all the way downward to the engine idle position, then move the stop switch to the STOP position. -- 4 --