CLASSIC OPERATOR’S MANUAL Leaf Blower Model: LBC15-SP170 Congratulations on owning a Scag Giant-Vac blower! This manual contains the operating instructions and safety information for your Scag Giant-Vac blower. Reading this manual can provide you with assistance in maintenance and adjustment procedures to keep your blower performing to maximum efficiency. The specific models that this book covers are listed on the inside cover. Before operating your blower, please read all the information enclosed.
WARNING FAILURE TO FOLLOW SAFE OPERATING PRACTICES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. • Read this manual completely as well as other manuals that came with your blower. • ALWAYS FOLLOW OSHA APPROVED OPERATION. • Become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment, operator controls and safety signs. • DO NOT operate on steep slopes. • Always travel across slopes. • Keep all shields in place, especially the discharge chute.
Table of Contents Table of Contents SECTION 1 - GENERAL INFORMATION. ..................................................................................1 1.1 Introduction............................................................................................................................................1 1.2 Direction Reference............................................................................................................................1 1.
Table of Contents SECTION 5 - MAINTENANCE. .................................................................................................12 5.1 MAINTENANCE CHART - RECOMMENDED SERVICE INTERVALS.......................................................12 5.2 Engine Oil................................................................................................................................................13 5.3 Engine Fuel System...........................................................................
Section 1 GENERAL INFORMATION 1.1 Introduction WARNING Your Scag Giant-Vac product was built to the highest standards in the industry. However, the prolonged life and maximum efficiency of your blower depends on you following the operating, maintenance and adjustment instructions in this manual. For pictorial clarity, some illustrations and figures in this manual may show shields, guards or plates open or removed. Under no circumstances should this product be operated without these devices in place.
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Section 2 SAFETY INFORMATION 2.1 Introduction Danger Your blower is only as safe as the operator. Carelessness or operator error may result in serious bodily injury or death. Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence, and proper training of the personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of the equipment. Make sure every operator is properly trained and thoroughly familiar with all of the controls before operating.
Section 2 6. DO NOT wear loose fitting clothing. Loose clothing, jewelry or long hair could get tangled in moving parts. Do not operate the machine wearing shorts; always wear adequate protective clothing including long pants. Wearing safety glasses, safety shoes and a helmet is advisable and is required by some local ordinances and insurance regulations. 2.4 Operation Considerations 1. Know the function of all controls and how to stop quickly. 2. Do not operate on slopes if you are uneasy or uncertain.
Section 2 13. Use only in daylight or good artificial light. 2. Do not straighten or weld the blower fan. Replace damaged or failed blower fans. 14. Do not leave the machine unattended. 3. Disconnect spark plug wire to prevent accidental starting of the engine when servicing or adjusting the machine. Wait for all movement to stop before adjusting, cleaning or repairing. 15.
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Section 3 SPECIFICATIONS 3.1 ENGINE General Type.................................................................................................Heavy Duty Industrial/Commercial Gasoline Brand...................................................................................................................................................................... Subaru Engine Model: (Scag Giant-Vac Model LBX9152S).........................................................................................
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Section 4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2. Engine Choke Control (Figure 4-1). Used to start a cold engine. CAUTION 3. Engine Throttle Control (Figure 4-1). Used to control the engine speed. Pushing the lever forward increases engine speed. Pulling the lever back decreases engine speed. Full back position is the IDLE position. Do not attempt to operate this blower unless you have read this manual. Learn the location and purpose of all controls and instruments before you operate. 4.
Section 4 4.3 STARTING THE ENGINE 4.5 PARKING THE BLOWER 1. Park the machine on a flat, level surface only. Do not park the machine on an incline. CAUTION 2. Slow the engine to idle speed. 3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. DO NOT USE STARTING FLUIDS. Use of starting fluids in the air intake system may be potentially explosive or cause a “runaway” engine condition that could result in engine damage and/or personal injury. 4.6 AFTER OPERATION 1. Wash the entire blower after each use.
Section 4 4.7 REMOVING CLOGGED MATERIAL Danger ROTATING FAN BLADES NEVER PUT YOUR HANDS INTO THE AIR INTAKE OR OUTLET FOR ANY REASON! Shut off the engine, remove the spark plug wire and only then use a stick or similar object to remove material if clogging has occurred. 1. If the air intake or outlet becomes clogged, shut off the engine and remove the spark plug wire. Using a stick or similar item, dislodge the clogged material. Then resume normal operation. 4.
Section 5 MAINTENANCE 5.
Section 5 5.2 Engine Oil 4. Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow the engine to completely cool before fueling. A. Checking Engine Crankcase Oil Level 5. Never fuel the machine indoors or in an enclosed trailer. The engine oil level should be checked after every 8 hours of operation or daily as instructed in the Engine Operator’s Manual furnished with this blower. 6.
Section 6 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST 4.1 SCAG Giant-Vac APPROVED ATTACHMENTS AND ACCESSORIES. Attachments and accessories manufactured by companies other than Scag Giant-Vac are not approved for use on this machine.
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Section 6 CLASSIC BLOWER ASSEMBLY 1 4 2 1 3 5 6 40 14 39 41 8 8 7 11 12 10 13 38 36 A A 16 17 32 15 19 31 32 37 35 8 18 33 9 23 25 24 20 22 18 29 26 26 27 28 30 16 22 21
Section 6 CLASSIC BLOWER ASSEMBLY Ref. No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 Part No.
Section 6 CLASSIC BLOWER DECALS 484983 485044 485073 484984 18
LIMITED WARRANTY - CLASSIC LEAF BLOWER Any part of the Classic Leaf Blower manufactured by Scag Giant-Vac and found, in the reasonable judgment of Scag Giant-Vac, to be defective in materials or workmanship, will be repaired or replaced by an Authorized Scag Giant-Vac Service Dealer without charge for parts and labor during the periods specified below. This warranty is limited to the original purchaser and is not transferable.
