WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. WARNING Before using our products, please read this manual carefully to understand the proper use of your unit.
English FEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS nearest authorized servicing dealer or call Husqvarna Forest & Garden at 1-800-487-5963. The EPA (The US Environmental Protection Agency), CARB (California Air Resources Board), Environment Canada and Husqvarna Forest & Garden are pleased to explain the emissions control system warranty on your 2007 and later small nonroad engine. In U.S.
English Contents Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 SAFETY FIRST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Notes on types of warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Warning labels on the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
English Safety SAFETY FIRST Instructions contained in warnings within this manual and warning seals marked with a symbol on the blower concern critical points which must be taken into consideration to prevent possible serious bodily injury, and for this reason you are requested to read all such instructions carefully and follow them without fail.
English Symbols on the machine (a) (b) (c) (d) For safe operation and maintenance, symbols are carved in relief on the machine. Using to these indications, please be careful not to make a mistake.
English Safety Precautions WORKING CONDITIONS 1. Refrain from operating the blower if you are tired, ill, or upset, or if you are under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication 2. To reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with sound levels, hearing protection is required. 3. To reduce the risk of injury associated with thrown objects, always wear eye protection and foot protection. Approved protective goggles must comply with standard ANSI Z87.1 in the USA or EN 166 in EU countries. 4.
English Safety Precautions BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE • Each time before starting the engine, inspect the entire unit to see if every part is in good order and is securely tightened in place. If any damage is found in the fuel line, the exhaust line, or the ignition wiring, do not use the blower until it has been repaired. IMPORTANT Before starting operation, always make sure to check if any obstacles are left inside the volute case and net.
English Safety Precautions MAINTENANCE TRANSPORTATION 1. In order to maintain your product in proper working order, perform the maintenance and checking operations described in the manual at regular intervals. 2. Always be sure to turn off the engine and disconnect the spark plug before performing any maintenance or checking procedures. • Drain the fuel from the fuel tank before transporting or storing the blower. • Secure the blower so that it does nor receive damage from shock doing transportation.
English What is what? <130BT> 1 2 3 15 7 21 9 8 22 14 11 4 13 12 16 19 18 20 6 17 10 23 1. Frame 13. Recoil Starter 2. Shoulder Strap 14. Ignition Switch 3. Spark Plug Cap 15. Engine Cover 4. Throttle Lever 16. Handle Bar (Option) 6. Guard net 17. Fan 7. Choke Lever 18. Shock absorber (Spring) 8. Air Cleaner 19. Shock absorber (Rubber) 9. Volute Case 20. Band (Stopper) 10. “CAUTION” Label 21. Hose 11. Elbow 22. Pipes 12. Fuel Tank 23.
English What is what? <170BT/170BF> 15 19 11 14 4 20 12 <170BT> 16 13 18 1 2 8 10 3 6 9 4 5 17 7 <170BF> 21 18 1. Frame 12. Fuel Tank 2. Shoulder Strap 13. Recoil Starter 3. Spark Plug Cap 14. Ignition Switch 4. Throttle Lever 15. Engine Cover 5. Stop Switch (behind) 16. Handle Bar (Option) (170 BT only) 6. Net 17. Fan 7. Choke Lever 18. Shock absorber (Rubber) 8. Air Cleaner 19. Hose 9. Volute Case 20. Pipes 10. “CAUTION” Label 21. Pad 11.
English Technical data MODEL 130BT 170BT 170BF 295x387x432 (11.6x15.2x17) 365x464x485 (14x18x19) 365x496x485 (14x20x19) Dry Weight kg (lbs) (including pipe) 6.75 (14.9) 12 (26.5) Fuel Tank Capacity liter (fl. oz) 0.9 (30.4) Dimensions (L x W x H) mm (in) Engine Type Air cooled 2-cycle gasoline engine Piston Displacement cu. cm (cu. in) Air Filter 29.5 (1.8) 64.9 (4.
English Assembly SWIVEL JOINT 1. Connect the blower and swivel joint with flexible hose. Clamp both ends of the flexible hose securely with the hardware supplied with the unit. THROTTLE LEVER [130BT/170BT] 1. Set up the throttle holder to the swivel and tighten the screw on the holder. F1 F2 (2) When setting up the holder, please make sure to match the holder to the convex on the swivel joint as shown in F2. 2.
English Assembly BLOWER TUBES 1. Align the protrusion and the groove provided on the tube ends and twist the tube until the connection is locked. F7 NOTE A light lubricant may be used to ease assembly of flexible pipe to blower elbow. NOTE If longer tube is required, the second straight pipe can be connected with the first one. F8 HARNESS NOTE The harness must always be worn when working with the machine.
English Fuel FUEL WARNING • Gasoline is very flammable. Avoid smoking or bringing any flame or sparks near fuel. Make sure to stop the engine and allow it cool before refueling the unit. Select outdoor bare ground for fueling and move at least 10ft (3m) away from the fueling point before starting the engine. • The engines are lubricated by oil specially formulated for aircooled 2-cycle gasoline engine use.
English Operation CONTROL ARM [170BF] • Hold the upper end of the control arm in hand and, while pulling it away from the unit, rotate arm forward (counter-clockwise in the direction of the arrow) until it clicks. (The first position) And if you want, you can rotate arm further until it clicks. (The second position) Choose the arm position according to your working condition. F14 [170BF] • To fold the arm, reverse the order.
English Operation ADJUSTING IDLE SPEED [130BT] • The idling speed is set for 3000 rpm at the factory. If it is necessary to adjust the idle speed, use the adjustment screw on the top side of carburetor. F21 (1) (1)Idling Adjustment Screw [130BT] [170BT/170BF] • The idling speed is set for 2000 rpm at the factory. If it is necessary to adjust the idle speed, use the adjustment screw on the top side of carburetor.
English Maintenance Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control device and systems may be performed by any non-road engine repair establishment or individual.
English Maintenance FUEL FILTER • A clogged fuel filter may cause poor acceleration of the engine. Check periodically to see if the filter is clogged with dirt. The filter can be taken out of the fueling port using a small wire hook. Disconnect the filter assembly from the fuel pipe and unhook the retainer to disassemble it. Clean the components with gasoline.
English Maintenance AIR INLET NET F33 (1) IMPORTANT • Blown air is taken in from the air inlet net. If the air flow drops during operation, stop the engine and inspect the air inlet net for blockage by obstacles. • Note that failure to remove any such obstacles may result in the engine becoming overheated and damaged. (1) Net [130BT] WARNING Never use the blower without the net on the blower. Before each use, check that the net is attached in place and is free from any damage.
