Fueling, Starting – Poulan BVM200 User Manual

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To reduce the risk of hearing loss

associated with sound level(s), hearing

protection is required.

To reduce the risk of injury associated with

contacting rotating parts, stop the engine be-

fore installing or removing attachments. Do

not operate without guard(s) in place.

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. Usual recom-

mendations are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.,

Monday though Saturday.

To reduce noise levels, limit the number of

pieces of equipment used at any one time.

To reduce noise levels, operate power

blowers at the lowest possible throttle

speed to do the job.

Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris be-

fore blowing.

In dusty conditions, slightly dampen sur-

faces or use a mister attachment when wa-

ter is available.

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.

Watch out for children, pets, open windows,

or freshly washed cars. Blow debris away

safely.

Use the full blower nozzle extension so the

air stream can work close to the ground.

After using blowers and other equipment,

CLEAN UP! Dispose of debris in trash re-

ceptacles.

FUELING

WARNING:

Remove fuel cap slowly

when refueling.

This engine is certified to operate on

unleaded gasoline. Gasoline must be mixed

with a good quality 2--cycle air--cooled engine

oil designed to be mixed at a ratio of 40:1.

Poulan PRO! brand oil is recommended. (A

40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing 3.2 ounces of

oil with 1 gallon of unleaded gasoline). When

mixing fuel follow the instructions printed on

the container. Always read and follow the

safety rules under HANDLE FUEL WITH

CAUTION.

IMPORTANT

Experience indicates that alcohol blended

fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or

methanol) can attract moisture which leads to

separation and formation of acids during

storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel

system of an engine while in storage. To avoid

engine problems, empty the fuel system

before storage for 30 days or longer. Drain the

gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the

fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh

fuel next season.

Never use engine or

carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or

permanent damage may occur.

STARTING

TO STOP THE ENGINE

To stop the engine, move the throttle lever

to the STOP position.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

Fuel engine. Move at least 10 feet (3 me-

ters) away from the fueling site.

Hold the unit in the starting position as

shown. Make sure the blower end is di-

rected away from people, animals, glass,

and solid objects.

Blower

Vacuum

STARTING POSITION

WARNING:

When starting engine,

hold the unit as illustrated. Do not set unit on any

surface except a clean, hard area when starting

engine or while engine is running. Debris such

as gravel, sand, dust, grass, etc. could be

picked up by the air intake and thrown out

through the discharge opening, damaging the

unit or property, or causing serious injury to by-

standers or the operator.

STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or a

warm engine after running out of

fuel)

Move throttle lever to the

position.

Move choke lever to the FULL CHOKE

position.

Slowly press the primer button 8 times.

Throttle Lever

Choke Lever

Primer Button

Pull starter rope sharply until engine at-

tempts to run, but no more than 5 pulls (be-

low 30_ F, 8 pulls).

NOTE:

If engine attempts to start before the

pull, go to next step immediately.

Move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE

position.