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Husqvarna 170BT, 170BF Blower User Manual

1. Husqvarna WARNING Operator s manual The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm WARNING 4 70 BT Before using our products please read this manual carefully to understand the proper use of your unit APPLICABLE SERIAL NUMBERS 70100101 and up English 115 0325 95 English FEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The EPA The US Environmental Protection Agency CARB California Air Resources Board Environment Canada and Husqvarna Forest amp Garden are pleased to explain the emissions control system warranty on your 2007 and later small nonroad engine In U S and Canada new small nonroad engines must be designed built and equipped to meet the federal stringent anti smog standards Husqvarna Forest amp Garden must warrant the emission control system on your small nonroad engine for the period of time listed below provided there has been no abuse neglect or improper maintenance of your unit Your emission control system includes Parts such as the carburetor fuel tank and the ignition system Where a warrantable condition exists Husqvarna Forest amp Garden will repair your small nonroad engine at no cost to you Expenses covered under warranty include diagnosis parts and labor MANUFACTURER S WARRANTY COVERAGE The 2007 and later small nonroad engines ar
2. 2 GASOHOL It can cause deterioration of rubber and or plastic parts and disruption of engine lubrication 3 OIL FOR 4 CYCLE ENGINE USE It can cause spark plug fouling exhaust port blocking or piston ring sticking 4 Mixed fuels which have been left unused for a period of one month or more may clog the carburetor and result in the engine failing to operate properly 5 When storing the product for a long period of time clean the fuel tank after rendering it empty Next activate the engine and empty the carburetor of the composite fuel 6 When scrapping the used mixed oil container scrap it only at an authorized repository site For details of quality assurance read the description in the Warranty section carefully Moreover normal wear and change in product with no functional influence are not covered by the warranty Also note that if the usage in the instruction manual is not observed for the mixed gasoline etc as described herein it may not be covered by the warranty 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 To fold the arm reverse the order 1 First position 2 Second positio
3. Cooling System mecen Cylinder Exraust Po O l1 Y A WARNING Make sure that the engine has stopped and is cool before performing any service to the blower Contact with rotating blower fan or hot muffler may result in a personal injury AIR CLEANER Check the air cleaner before use A clogged air filter may increase fuel consumption while cutting down the engine power Never operate the blower without an air filter or with a deformed or broken filter element because unfiltered dusty air will quickly ruin the engine 170BT 170BF Never clean the paper filter by tapping on it Doing so may break the element causing dust to get sucked into the blower and damaging the engine CLEANING AIR FILTER 130BT F27 1 Unscrew the knob and remove the air cleaner cover 1 Knob 2 Element 3 Screen 2 Wash the filter element in fresh non flammable cleaning solution ex warm soapy water and then dry Clean the air filter once in a week 3 Reinstall the filter Never forget to attach the screen If the screen is not attached the cleaner will not seal properly and the dusts come into the cylinder 4 Hook the slots of cover 4 on the tabs of body 5 and screw the knob 170BT 170BF F28 1 Unscrew 2 knob bolts and remove the air cleaner cover Then remove the prefilter mounted inside the air cleaner cover 1 Knob Bolt 2 Prefilter 3 Paper Filter 2 Wash the prefilter in fresh n
4. begins on the date small nonroad engine is delivered LENGTH OF COVERAGE Husqvarna Forest amp Garden warrants to the initial owner and each subsequent purchaser that the engine is free from defects in materials and workmanship which cause the failure of a warranted part for a period of two years WHAT IS COVERED REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS Repair or replacement of any warranted part will be performed at no charge to the owner at an approved Husqvarna Forest amp Garden servicing dealer If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities you should contact your 2 nearest authorized servicing dealer or call Husqvarna Forest amp Garden at 1 800 487 5963 WARRANTY PERIOD Any warranted part which is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance or which is scheduled only for regular inspection to the effect of repair or replace as necessary shall be warranted for 2 years Any warranted part which is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance shall be warranted for the period of time up to the first scheduled replacement point for that part DIAGNOSIS The owner shall not be charged for diagnostic labor which leads to the determination that a warranted part is defective if the diagnostic work is performed at an approved Husqvarna Forest amp Garden servicing dealer CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Husqvarna Forest amp Garden may be liable for damages to other engine components caused
5. first turn the plug with your hands until it is tight then tighten it a quarter turn more with a socket wrench E MUFFLER A WARNING e Periodically inspect the muffler for loose fasteners damage or corrosion If any sign of exhaust leakage is found do not use the blower and have it repaired immediately Note that failing to do so may result in the engine catching on fire 1 Remove the muffler insert a screwdriver into the vent and wipe away any carbon buildup Wipe away any carbon buildup on the muffler exhaust vent and cylinder exhaust port at the same time 2 Tighten all screws bolts and fittings E SPARK ARRESTER e The muffler is equipped with a spark arrester to prevent red hot carbon from flying out of the exhaust outlet Periodically inspect and clean as necessary with a wire brush 1 Bolt 2 Bolt 3 Spark Arrester 4 Diffuser A WARNING Before starting operation always make sure to check if the muffler is properly held by the bolts 2 Fastening Torque 8 to 12 Also make sure that spark arrester and diffuser are properly attached gt i 170BT 170BF with the bolts 1 Fastening Torque 2 to 3 N m Even if of these bolts is loose it may result in engine catching on fire 18 English Maintenance B AIR INLET NET IMPORTANT Blown air is taken in from the air inlet net If the air flow drops during opera tion stop the engine and inspect the a
6. gases contain harmful carbon monoxide 2 Avoid using the blower where stable footing and balance are not assured 3 Never operate the machine in high wind bad weather when visibility is poor or in very high or low temperatures Our recommended use environment is below 40 degrees C 104 degrees F AVOID NOISE PROBLEM Check and follow the local regulations as to sound levels and hours of operations for blower 1 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 2 To reduce sound levels limit the number of pieces of equipment used at any one time 3 Operate power blowers at the lowest possible throttle speed to do the job 4 Check your equipment before operation especially the muffler air intakes and air filters WORKING PLAN To reduce the risk of health damages avoid excessive use and take sufficient time to rest FUEL A WARNING To reduce the risk of fire and burn injury a Handle fuel with care It is highly flammable b Do not smoke while handing fuel c Do not refuel a hot engine d Do not refuel a running engine e Avoid spilling fuel or oil Always wipe unit dry before using f Move at least 10 ft 3 meters away from the fueling point before starting the engine g Always store gasoline in a container approved for flammable liquids h Make sure the unit
7. 0BT 170BT llsllllln nra IIR 12 THROTLTTIEEGBABEETTISO0BT TZOBT ioi Cette Aron e eR E eis 12 RIGHT TZOBFT oom em arene ake ee Ro CR edt en rere 12 HANDLEBAR OPTION 130BT 170BT lel niriririairr 12 BLOWER TUBES sut car n c arci aeq ds esi acr com en 13 PAIR NES Stet uit udi asia racista dire arte ote a d d ste s cod st rede 13 WAIS T BELT TIYOBIATOBE d i3 rur d SEEDS eae ee ates ston ese teeta eds 13 PUG ou exis oe e xn rav s dues veu ue wes e c cd LA oe MEAM cr NE 14 RUE tou wot uso lee eens at dt ota ee ea Dec ape Mx a ual 14 HOW TO MIX FUEL 4 9 mx a e Rie e RR ee GER Rm mes 14 FUELING Tre a tacta oie tia nt on eterna at aha true IR e tem datum 14 OperatiOnu oai ash ooh Ee ci BEES eae PAGE et ee re abd EY 15 CONTROL ARM T 0OBF sut eun eoe dat uei RA RIO on tad e om dt ad Ruta E Rex Vcn 15 SIAR UNG ENGINE 5 7 Su Ge Sete ER ea a ho oe oec Popes 15 ADJUSTING IDLE SPEED useeeeeren ees 16 STOPPING ENGINE 222 Ao Ae E ce hen les par E eg edat 16 Orr D eRe aA 17 PIR ORE AINE In crs ta ute te Gon iae d aede ba a eee weed aes lars eee 17 FUEL IET ER o Eva cen okie baie eee ee ee eens 18 SPARK PLUG asa ue tete eo ete newt Mo te 18 6 ik dite es vl Ber a abd Os ie eae Moe Ee Beaten 18 SPARK ARRESTER siste ttam E ath we e rrt p Roh Om tori bench d an t 18 AIRINEET NE
8. FUEL A WARNING e 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 air cooled 2 cycle gasoline engine use If Husqvarna oil is not available use an anti oxidant added quality oil expressly labeled for air cooled 2 cycle engine use JASO FC GRADE OIL or ISO EGC GRADE Do notuse BIA or TCW 2 stroke water cooling type mixed oil RECOMMENDED MIXING RATIO GASOLINE 50 OIL 1 e Exhaust emission are controlled by the fundamental engine parameters and components i e carburation ignition timing and port timing without addition of any major hardware or the introduction of an inert material during combustion These engines are certified to operate on unleaded gasoline Make sure to use gasoline with a minimum octane number of 89 RON USA Canada 87AL If you use a gasoline of a lower octane value than specified there is a danger that the engine temperature may rise and an engine problem such as piston seizing may consequently occur Unleaded gasoline is recommended to reduce the contamination of the air for the sake of your health and the environment Poor quality gasolines or oils may damage sealing rings fuel lines or f
9. NLY gt IMPORTANT EMISSIONS INFORMATION Husqvarna FUSQVARNA AB HUSKVARNA SWEDEN EM THIS ENGINE MEETS U S EPA EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR SI SORE s COMPLIANCE PERIOD JA ENGINE FAMILY ENGINE DISPLACEMENT EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEME EX SERM MANUFACTURED t den 2007 1 REFER TO OWNER S MANUAL FOR MAINTE NANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS 1 THE ACTUAL MANUFACTURING MONTH WILL BE PRINTED A Model B ENGINE FAMILY C ENGINE DISPLACEMENT 170BT 170BF 7KZXS 0655BE 2 THE INITIAL NUMBER WILL BE CHANGED EVERY YEAR OF MANUFACTURING This engine label certifies that the product is certified in accordance with American exhaust emissions requirements EPA Ph Il and CARB Tier Ill The Emissions Compliance Period c The direction to open the choke Position INTAKE CUP d The direction to stop the engine Position THROTTLE LEVER 130 BT 170 BT only FOR EPA amp CARB gt IMPORTANT EMISSIONS INFORMATION Husqvama FUSQ VARNA AB HUSKVARNA SWEDEN EM THIS ENGINE MEETS U S EPA PH2 2007 CALIFORNIA EXH AND EVP EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR SI SORE s PERIOD CATEGORY 1A ENGINE FAMILY B i H DISP MANUFACTURED Jan REFER TO OWNER S MANUAL FOR MAINTE NANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS referred to on the emissions Compliance label indicates the number of operating hours for which the engine has been shown to meet Fed
10. T tst dcin cran arae EE Ho aa t TENDO dts ode be enean data heus 19 IGNITION COIL AIR GAP INSPECTION sssseeeee eee 19 SHOLDER STRAP 2 dt ror den edm etii 19 Storage uis bd oe irc dob acude ed bad ate dud etus tom troia tr aac 19 English Safety N SAFETY FIRST Instructions contained in warnings within this manual and warning seals marked with a 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 Notes on types of warnings A WARNING Instructions labeled as shown above concern critical steps or procedures which must be followed in order to prevent accidents which could lead to serious bodily injury or death This mark is used to indicate instructions which must be followed without exception IMPORTANT Instructions labeled as shown above concern steps or procedures which if not followed correctly could lead to mechanical failure breakdown or damage Used to label supplementary instructions designed to provide hints or directions useful in the use of the product Warning labels on the machine Symbols WARNING The machine can be a dangerous tool if used incorrectly or carelessly which can cause serious or fatal injury to the operator or others Please read the operator s manual carefully and mak
11. TION and tighten it securely 12 170BT English Assembly E BLOWER TUBES 1 Align the protrusion and the groove provided on the tube ends and twist the tube until the connection is locked A light lubricant may be used to ease assembly of flexible pipe to blower elbow If longer tube is required the second straight pipe can be connected with the first one HARNESS The harness must always be worn when working with the machine Failure to do so means you will be unable to maneuver safely and this can result in injury to yourself or others A correctly adjusted harness and machine significantly facilitates the work Adjust the harness to give the best working position Tighten the side straps so that the pressure is evenly distributed across the shoulders E WAIST BELT 170BT 170BF The waist belt is attached to the rings on the left and right sides of the frame 130BT has no waist belt Place the waist belt over your waist and not too far down on the stomach Tighten the waist belt strap so that you feel the weight of the blower resting on your hip Be sure to always tighten the buckle in front of your body A WARNING If you are not using a waist belt be sure to remove it from the unit and store it There is a risk that the belt will be caught toppling the unit e There is a danger that the belt will be sucked into the fan 13 English Fuel
12. ase of one straight pipe Specifications are subject to change without notice 11 English Assembly E 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 E THROTTLE LEVER 130BT 170BT 1 Set up the throttle holder to the swivel and tighten the screw on the holder When setting up the holder please make sure to match the holder to the convex on the swivel joint as shown in F2 2 Adjust the position and angle to achieve a comfortable working position and tighten the throttle lever 1 Cable 2 Hose E THROTTLE CABLE 130BT 170BT 130BT Fasten the throttle cable at central position of the hose by the band attached to the throttle cable First wrap the hose with the band fixed to the throttle cable from the lower side Then pass the band through a hole of the band as shown in figure Please note that there is a possibility of damaging the hose if the band is fastened too tightly 170BT Use the clamp to fasten the colgate tube containing the throttle cable and the power cable to the hose 1 Clamp B RIGHT HANDLE 170BF Insert the handle holder to the swivel and tighten the screw on the holder When setting up the holder please make sure to match the holder to the convex on the swivel joint as shown in F5 E HANDLEBAR OPTION 130BT 170BT 1 Insert the holder then assemble the handlebar OP
13. ble parts 130BT 170BT 170BF USING THE PRODUCT WARNING While using the product if abnormal noise or vibration occurs stop the engine immediately and contact the near est Husqvarna servicing dealer for assistance Checking the fan is very important If the rotating fan should break up it will lead to serious accidents 1 Check the work area that the blower will be used in and remove or cover all valuables that may be damaged by the air blast or thrown debris 2 To reduce the risk of injury associated with thrown objects a Watch out for children pets open windows or freshly washed cars and blow debris safely away b Use the full blower tube extension so the air stream can work close to the ground c Do not allow bystanders in work area d Do not point the blower tube in the direction of people or pets e Always check to be sure that no debris has been blown onto someone else s property f Pay attention to the direction of the wind do not work against the wind 3 To minimize blowing time a Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing b In dusty conditions slightly dampen surfaces or use a mister attachment when water is available c 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 4 The blower must not be used while on a ladder or scaffo
14. by the failure of a warranted part still under warranty WHAT IS NOT COVERED All failures caused by abuse neglect or improper maintenance are not covered ADD ON OR MODIFIED PARTS The use of add on or modified parts can be grounds for disallowing a warranty claim Husqvarna Forest amp Garden is not liable to cover failures of warranted parts caused by the use of add on or modified parts HOW TO FILE A CLAIM If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities you should contact your nearest authorized servicing dealer or call Husqvarna Forest amp Garden at 1 800 487 5963 WHERE TO GET WARRANTY SER VICE Warranty services or repairs shall be provided at all Husqvarna Forest amp Garden authorized servicing dealers MAINTENANCE REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR OF EMISSION RELATED PARTS Any Husqvarna Forest amp Garden approved replacement part used in the performance of any warranty maintenance or repairs on emission related parts will be provided without charge to the owner if the part is under warranty EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY PARTS LIST 1 Carburetor and internal parts 2 Intake pipe airfilter holder and carburetor bolts 3 Airfilter and fuelfilter covered up to maintenance schedule 4 Ignition System 1 Spark Plug covered up to maintenance schedule 2 Ignition Module 5 Fuel tank with cap and pipe MAINTENANCE STATEMENT The owner is responsible for the performance of all required maint
15. e sure you understand the instructions before using the machine Always wear Hearing protection Approved eye protection Always wear protective gloves Wear study non slip boots The blower can forcibly throw objects that can bounce back This can result in sA Wf serious eye injuries if the recommended ul e safety equipment is not used b The blower operator must make sure that no bystanders or animals come 8 D nearer than 50 feet 15 meters suo Whenever several operators are working in the same work area they should maintain a safe distance of at least 50 feet 15 meters from one another A breathing mask should be used when there is a risk of dust Keep all parts of your body away from hot surfaces Other symbols decals on the machine refer to special certification requirements for certain markets IMPORTANT If the warning label peels off or becomes soiled and impossible to read you should contact the dealer from which you purchased the product to order new labels and affix them in the required location s English Symbols on the machine a b IN 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 a The port to refuel the MIX GASOLINE Position FUEL TANK CAP b The direction to close the choke Position INTAKE CUP lt FOR EPA O
16. e warranted for two years If any emission related part on you engine as listed above is defective the part will be repaired or replaced by Husqvarna Forest amp Garden OWNER S WARRANTY RESPONSI BILITIES As the small nonroad engine owner you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your Operator s Manual Husqvarna Forest amp Garden recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your small nonroad engine but Husqvarna Forest amp Garden cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance As the small nonroad engine owner you should however be aware that Husqvarna Forest amp Garden may deny you warranty coverage if your small nonroad engine or a part of it has failed due to abuse neglect improper maintenance unapproved modifications or the use of parts not made or approved by the original equipment manufacturer You are responsible for presenting your small nonroad engine to a Husqvarna Forest amp Garden authorized servicing dealer as soon as a problem exists The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time not to exceed 30 days If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities you should contact your nearest authorized servicing dealer or call Husqvarna Forest amp Garden at 1 800 487 5963 WARRANTY COMMENCEMENT DATE The warranty period
17. enance as defined in the operator s manual English Contents DAC eh oak 4 SAFETY GIRS 400425654 Lab ca Dd eaa eal oleh t ut 4 Notes on types of warnings 00 ccc eee ee hh rr 4 Warning labels on the machine 0 00 e eee 4 SV IMDOISE ack tr anise nate oa ahi eng See o al deae et Po Rotes aif Dein LOMA c 4 5ymbols on the machine eed FERE Ea Ee RIEN is OS in Bre MURDER ee E M E 5 Safety Precautions x m EUR eee eee chon eere eee dar sci at 5 WORKING CONDITIONS 3 235219 40 TR edt eter 6 WORKING CIRCUMSTANCE ccc hh 6 AVOID NOISE PISOBDENM 39 3 5 91 etn dd e ERO Dara dt te cri trace 6 WORKING PLAN t i iit easi aco Sedo d o qt So cats 6 BUELL cauto etam tec oe Ra EIE 2S AERE Re ad es 6 BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE Ru dg tha ite RTT 7 USING THE PRODUCT 22 2 6uk Go acte tdeo eror bude een ae e t etek 7 MAINTENANCE ceti maps S bai ux e ce Fu sl Tace Bebe wien ahd di 8 FRANSPORTATON cc cetur cached obey ae curate e Gabios eee alone oca Ee te re s 8 ater i nU PROP See BOE GS ONE Poe dte EE ore x Eae male VE 8 What IS What iwi ken duae wb gau KE E MS Road aat be Ra qa 9 I egje iericnqmec t 11 139 deas Qe rd deme onec teu a NT M SUPE EE PAM ad Eoque aree 12 SVVIVELJOINT t ena tet iter ate eh ee ae e tb ure dal ad eee das 12 THROTTLE LEVER 13
18. eral and California emission requirements Category C 50 hours B 125 hours and A 300 hours For customer assistance call 704 921 7000 or contact us at our website www husqvarna com IMPORTANT Check the emission information label on your product In the case of FOR EPA ONLY gt the product is unsupported to use in California Safety Precautions A WARNING 1 Read this Blower Operator Manual carefully Be sure you understand how to operate this unit properly before you use it Failure to do so could result in serious injury 2 Be sure to keep this manual handy so that you may refer to it later whenever any questions arise Also note that you are requested to contact the dealer from whom you purchased the product for assistance the event that you have any questions which cannot be answered herein 3 Always be sure to include this manual when selling lending or otherwise transferring the ownership of this product 4 Do notlend or rent your machine without the owner s manul 5 Besure that anyone using your unit understands the information contained in this manual 6 Never let a child use the machine 7 Long term exposure to noise can result in permanent hearing impairment So always use approved hearing protection 8 Under no circumstances may the design of the machine be modified without the permission of the manufacturer Always use genuine accessories Non authorized modificatio
19. ir inlet net for blockage by obstacles Note that failure to remove any such obstacles may result in the engine becoming overheated and damaged E M a 1 Net a SX AE PIE 0 A 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 E IGNITION COIL AIR GAP INSPECTION e If the gap is not accurate or when installing the coil or rotor adjust the air gap between the ignition coil and the iron core of the rotor Air Gap 130BT 170BT 170BF A X 0 35 mm 0 30 to 0 40 mm 0 40 mm 0 35 to 0 45 mm il Sim sit 0 014 in 0 012 to 0 016 in 0 016 in 0 014 to 0 017 in NEY 1 Rotor 2 Ignition coil lt gt 3 9 NN SHOLDER STRAP e If the shoulder strap is damaged it may break during use thus causing the product to fall and resulting in personal injury Follow the instructions below to replace the shoulder strap with new one Take off the clip from the strap Pass the end of the strap through the hanger Return the clip to the strap IMPORTANT Make sure that the thick round bar of the clip is in the strap If it is attached in the wrong way it leads to serious personal injury Storage BEFORE STORING THE BLOWER 1 Drain the fuel tank and push the primer bulb until it becomes empty of fuel 2 Remove the spark plug and drop a spoonful of 2 cycle oil into the cylider Crank the engine severa
20. is properly assembled and in good operating condition i Do not use the blower near a fire as aiming the blower in the direction of a flame may cause flammable substances to ignite English Safety Precautions BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE e 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 The obstacles may cause serious injury or damage to fan and volute case 130BT 170BT 170BF A WARNING Check to see if the shock absorbers lt A gt have become cracked or otherwise damaged Note that failing to replace these rubber and spring mounts when they have become cracked or damaged may cause the engine to come loose from its frame during use thus resulting in possible serious bodily injury If cracked be sure to replace without delay A WARNING To reduce the risk of injury associated with contacting rotat ing parts stop the engine before installing or removing attachments Never take off the Guard Net of 130BT Do not operate without net lt B gt in place Always disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance or accessing mova
21. l for the machine be sure to allow your local regulations Frame PE Polyethylene Shoulder strap Chemical fiber Throttle lever Metal Plastic Volute case cover Engine cover PA66GF Glass reinforced nylon Brass Pad Chemical fiber Hose EVA Ethylene vinyl acetate Pipes PP Polypropylene Fan PA66GF Glass reinforced nylon Element Paper Urethane The insert nut of volute case volute cover and fan can be taken off 10 English Technical data 11 6x15 2x17 14x18x19 14x20x19 Dry Weight kg Ibs including pipe 12 2 26 9 Piston Displacement cu cm cu in 29 5 1 8 Air Filter Single stage filter Operating Engine Speed rpm 3000 to 6700 Fuel Consumption liter h fl oz h 0 58 19 6 Average Air Volume w std Pipe cu m min cf m 10 2 360 Max Air Velocity m sec mph Average 50 2 184 AM NN IN 1 35 10 110 Max Air static pressure at pipe end kPa Standard length Noise Level 50 Feet ANSI B175 2002 dB A Sound power level EC directive 2000 14 EC measured dB A Sound power level EC directive 2000 14 EC guaranteed dB A Noise pressure level at the operator s ear 15022868 1507917 dB A ins Vibration level idle right handle 9 0 8 ISO7916 1 4 ISO7916 15022867 1507916 m s 6 3 9 1507916 4 3 1507916 102 2 10 Vibration level max speed right handle 15022867 1507916 m s NO The data shown above are those in the c
22. l time and install the spark plug 3 Store unit in a dry dust free place out of the reach of children 19
23. lding 5 Never put the machine down with the engine running unless you have it in clear sight 6 Never touch the spark plug or plug cord while the engine is in operation Doing so may result in being subjected to an electrical shock 7 Never touch the muffler spark plug or other metallic parts of the engine or area around the engine cover while the engine is in operation or immediately after shutting down the engine These metallic parts reach high temperatures during operation and doing so could result in serious burns A WARNING The temperature of the machine may increase after stopping the engine Especially never forget to cool down the engine before refueling the machine 8 After using blowers and other equipment CLEAN UP Dispose of debris in trash receptacles English Safety Precautions MAINTENANCE 1 In order to maintain your product in proper working order perform the maintenance and checking operations described in the manual at regular intervals Always be sure to turn off the engine and disconnect the spark plug before performing any maintenance or checking procedures A WARNING The metallic parts engine cover and area around the engine reach high temperatures immediately after stopping the engine 3 Examine the blower at intervals for loose fasteners and rusted or damaged parts Use special care around the fuel line the muffler and the ignition wiring All engine ser
24. n STARTING ENGINE IMPORTANT Avoid operating the blower with the flexible tube and swivel joint disconnected That will reduce the cooling air and the engine could be damaged by overheating 1 Push the primer bulb until fuel flows out in the clear tube 2 When the engine is cool close the choke 1 Choke Lever 2 Primer Bulb 3 OPEN 4 CLOSE Set the throttle lever in about 1 3 open position 1 Full Throttle 2 About 1 3 Open 3 Idling 4 STOP 5 Stop Switch 4 To start hold the top of the blower firmly with your left hand Pull the starter knob slowly until you feel it engage and then give it a vigorous strong pull IMPORTANT Never twist the starter cord around your hand Avoid pulling the starter rope out to its full extent and allowing the starter rope to snap back This will prevent premature damage to the starter Do notlet a person stand near the blower or the exhaust port 5 Once the engine is running gradually open the choke if it was set closed and let the engine run at idle speed for a minute to warm it up When the engine fails to start after several attempts due to overchoking open the choke and repeat pulling the rope A WARNING Air comes out as soon as the engine is started even at idle speed English 170BF 15 English Operation ADJUSTING IDLE SPEED 130BT The idling speed is set for 3000 rpm at the factory If itis necessa
25. ns and or accessories can result in serious personal injury or the death of the operator or others A blower is a dangerous tool if used carelessly or incorrectly and can cause serious even fatal injuries It Is extremely important that you read and understand the contents of this Operator s manual 10 Husqvarna AB has a policy of continuous product development and therefore reserves the right to modify the design and appearance of products without prior notice 11 The machine is only designed for blowing lawns pathways asphalt roads and the like 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 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 To reduce the risk of injury associated with the inhalation of dust use a face filter mask in dusty conditions 5 Wear rubber soled shoes or shoes with some other form of anti slip protection to help protect you against falling 6 To reduce the risk of injury associated with objects being drawn into rotating parts do not wear loose clothing scarves neck chains hai
26. on flammable cleaning solution ex warm soapy water and then dry Clean the air filter once in a week 3 Exchange the paper filter element with new one in case it has been contaminated A WARNING e This prefilter is dry type e Never wash the prefilter in an oily cleaning solution Never include oil in the wash Do not clean the paper filter by tapping on it 170BT 17 English Maintenance FUEL FILTER e 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 1 Screen 2 Element x 2 3 Holder 4 Retainer SPARK PLUG The spark plug may gather carbon deposits on its firing end with reasonable use 025 in Remove and inspect the spark plug every 25 hours and clean the electrodes as 0 6 to 0 7mm necessary with a wire brush The spark gap should be adjusted to 025 in 0 6 to 0 7mm e Plug manufacturers recommend replacing the plug twice a year to avoid unexpected plug failure in a job REPLACEMENT PLUG IS A NGK CMR7H IMPORTANT Note that using any spark plugs other than those designated may result in the engine failing to operate properly or in the engine becoming overheated and damaged Toinstall the spark plug
27. r longer than shoulder length or other loose material 7 Prolonged use of a blower exposing the operator to vibrations and cold may produce whitefinger disease Raynaud s phenomenon the symptoms of which include tingling and burning sensations followed by loss of color and numbness in the fingers All factors which contribute to whitefinger disease are not known but cold weather smoking diseases or physical conditions as well as long periods of exposure to vibration are mentioned as factors In order to reduce the risk of whitefinger disease the following precautions are strongly recommended a Keep your body warm Never use the blower during rain b Wear thick anti vibration gloves c Take more than 5 minutes of break in a warm place frequently d Maintain a firm grip at all times but do not squeeze the handles with constant excessive pressure If you feel discomfort redness and swelling of your fingers or any other part of your body see a doctor before it gets worse 8 The ignition system of your unit produces an electromagnetic field of a very low intensity This field may interfere with some pacemakers To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury people with pacemaker should consult their physician and the pacemaker manufacturer before operating this tool WORKING CIRCUMSTANCE 1 To reduce the risk of injury associated with exhaust fume inhalation do not operate in unventilated area The exhaust
28. ry to adjust the idle speed use the adjustment screw on the top side of carburetor 1 ldling Adjustment Screw 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 1 Idling Adjustment Screw E STOPPING ENGINE 130BT 170BT Move the throttle lever to the STOP position 4 Stop 170BF Move the throttle lever to the idling position and press the stop switch red button The machine has the mechanism that once the stop button is pushed the plug won t give off sparks until the engine stops 3 Idling 5 Stop Switch If the engine does not stop when setting the ignition switch to the stop position close the choke lever and stop the engine In this case please repair the machine at your nearest servicing dealer A Oss 1 Choke Lever 2 3 CLOSE 170BT 170BF 16 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 Paper iter 170 only SC 7 Fuse v Y Fone mmeiGem Y SS Sapu O O Y SS mme een S Emret v UWe erSpakAreser mecen Y
29. ttle Lever 6 Guard net 7 Choke Lever 8 Air Cleaner 9 Volute Case 10 CAUTION Label 11 Elbow 12 Fuel Tank E DISPOSAL English What is what 2 a A THY R2 Y 4 Sas Ls S 2 LX o TU WADY 13 Recoil Starter 14 Ignition Switch 15 Engine Cover 16 Handle Bar Option 17 Fan 18 Shock absorber Spring 19 Shock absorber Rubber 20 Band Stopper 21 Hose 22 Pipes 23 Pad When disposing your machine fuel or oil for the machine be sure to allow your local regulations Frame Shoulder strap Throttle lever Volute case Volute cover Engine cover Pad Hose Pipes Fan Element PE Polyethylene Chemical fiber Metal Plastic PA66GF Glass reinforced nylon Brass Chemical fiber EVA Ethylene vinyl acetate PP Polypropylene PE Polyethylene PA66GF Glass reinforced nylon Urethane The insert nut of volute case and fan can be taken off English What is what lt 170BT 170BF gt Pa ZN 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 Elbow DISPOSAL When disposing your machine fuel or oi
30. uel tank of the engine E HOW TO MIX FUEL IMPORTANT Pay attention to agitation 1 Measure out the quantities of gasoline and oil to be mixed 2 Put some of the gasoline into a clean approved fuel container Pour in all of the oil and agitate well 4 Pour in the rest of gasoline and agitate again for at least one minute As some oils may be difficult to agitate depending on oil ingredients sufficient agitation is necessary for the engine to last long Note that if the agitation is insufficient there is an increased danger of early piston seizing due to an abnormally lean mixture 5 Indicate the contents on outside of container for easy identification to avoid mixing with raw gasoline or other containers 14 FUELING THE UNIT 1 Untwist and remove the fuel cap 2 Put fuel into the fuel tank to 8096 of the full capacity 3 Fasten the fuel cap securely and wipe up any fuel spillage around the unit WARNING 1 Select bare ground for fueling 2 Move at least 10 feet 3 meters away from the fueling point before starting the engine 3 Stop the engine and let it cool for a few minutes before refueling the unit At that time be sure to sufficiently agitate the mixed gasoline in the container 4 Do not smoke or place hot objects near fuel D M S FOR YOUR ENGINE LIFE AVOID 1 FUEL WITH NO OIL RAW GASOLINE It will cause severe damage to the internal engine parts very quickly
31. vice except for those described in this manual should be performed by competent service personnel Improper service to the blower fan and muffler could cause a hazardous failure When replacing the any other part or any lubricant always be sure to use only Husqvarna products or products which have been certified by Husqvarna for use with the Husqvarna product In the event that any part must be replaced or any maintenance or repair work not described in this manual must be performed please contact the nearest Husqvarna servicing dealer for assistance Do not use any accessory or attachment other than those bearing the Husqvarna mark and recommended for the unit Under no circumstances should you ever take apart the product or alter it in any way Doing so might result in the product becoming damaged during operation or the product becoming unable to operate properly TRANSPORTATION e Drain the fuel from the fuel tank before transporting or storing the blower e Secure the blower so that it does nor receive damage from shock doing transportation e Do not apply strong forces to the blower such as throwing it or dropping it Doing so in validates the warranty STORAGE e When storing the blower choose a space indoors free from moisture and out of the reach of children lt 130BT gt A LEE E e 7 2 DX a cT ve gt 9 1 Frame 2 Shoulder Strap 3 Spark Plug Cap 4 Thro

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