MTD BV3100 - Manual (Page 7)

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
GB7
WARNING: petrol (gasoline) is extremely
flammable and its vapors can explode if they
are ignited. Always stop the engine and allow it
to cool before filling the petrol tank. Do not
smoke while filling the tank. Keep sparks and
open flames away from the area.
OIL AND PETROL MIXING INSTRUCTIONS
Thoroughly mix 5 liters of unleaded petrol (gasoline) with
125 ml. of 2 cycle engine oil in a separate petrol can
(40:1). Do not mix them directly in the engine petrol tank.
OIL AND PETROL INFORMATION
Clip
INSTALLING AND ADJUSTING THE SHOULDER
HARNESS
NOTE: Have the shoulder harness on and adjusted (but not
clipped to the support fitting) prior to starting unit.
1. Push the strap through the center of the buckle.
2. Pull the strap over the cross bar and down through
the slot in the buckle (Fig. 6).
3. Fully extend the harness.
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
Support Fitting
4. Attach the metal clip of the shoulder harness to
either support fitting on top of the handle (Fig. 7).
Fig. 9
Fig. 8
5. Place the harness over your head and onto your
shoulder (Fig. 8).
6. While standing in the operating position (Fig. 8)
adjust length to fit the operator’s size.
• Lengthen the harness by pulling down on the strap
and lifting the buckle end up (Fig. 9).
• Shorten the harness by pulling the strap back
through the buckle while holding the buckle (Fig. 9).
Old and/or improperly mixed petrol are usually the main
reasons for the unit not running properly. Be sure to use
fresh, clean petrol and follow the instructions carefully
for the proper petrol/oil mixture.
RECOMMENDED OIL TYPE
Use a high quality oil formulated for use in 2-cycle, air-cooled
engines.
RECOMMENDED PETROL TYPE
Always use clean, fresh, unleaded petrol (gasoline) that
is less than 60 days old.