MTD BV3100 - Manual (Page 9)

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
GB9
Fig. 15
Fig. 16
Fig. 19
Change-over lever
Vacuum
Mode
Blower
Mode
OPERATING AS A BLOWER
1. Start engine. See Starting/Stopping Instructions.
2. Set the blower/vacuum mode change-over lever to
the up position (Blower Mode) (Fig. 14).
NOTE: Never use the unit with the lever in the halfway
position.
3. Place the shoulder harness over your head and onto
your shoulder and adjust properly, see Installing
and Adjusting the Shoulder Harness.
Hold the blower as shown in Figures. 15, 16, and 17.
Sweep from side to side with the nozzle several inches
above the ground or floor. Slowly advance, keeping the
accumulated pile of debris in front of you.
Fig. 14
Most dry blowing operations are better suited to low
speed than high, while high speed is better for moving
heavier items like large debris or gravel.
Use the blower for trees, shrubs, flower beds and
hard to clean areas (Fig. 15).
Use the blower around buildings and for other normal
cleaning (Fig. 16).
HOLDING THE BLOWER/VACUUM
Before operating the unit, stand in the operating position
(Fig. 13). Check for the following:
• Operator is wearing proper clothing, such as boots,
safety glasses or goggles, ear/hearing protection,
gloves, long pants and long sleeve shirt.
Fig. 13
OPERATING TIPS
• Be sure the vacuum bag is zipped closed before
operating the unit.
• Assure the unit is not directed at loose debris or
persons before starting unit.
• The unit is in good working condition. The tubes and
guards are in place and secure.
• Always hold the unit with both hands when
operating. Keep a firm grip on both the front and rear
handle or grips.
• To reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with
sound level(s), the use of hearing protection is
required.
• Watch out for children, pets, open windows, or
freshly washed cars, and blow debris away.
• After using blowers and other equipment, clean up.
Dispose of debris in trash receptacles.