Warning – Poulan Pro BP406 User Manual

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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.

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

WARNING:

Be sure to read the fuel

information in the safety rules before you be-

gin. If you do not understand the safety rules,

do not attempt to fuel your unit. Contact your

authorized

service

dealer

call

1--800--554--6723.

FUELING ENGINE

WARNING:

Remove fuel cap slowly

when refueling.

This engine is certified to operate on

unleaded

gasoline.

Before

operation,

gasoline must be mixed with a good quality

synthetic 2-cycle air-cooled engine oil

designed to be mixed at a ratio of 50:1. A 50:1

ratio is obtained by mixing 2.6 ounces of oil

with 1 gallon of unleaded gasoline. DO NOT

USE automotive oil or boat oil. These oils will

cause engine damage. When mixing fuel,

follow the instructions printed on container.

Once oil is added to gasoline, shake

container momentarily to assure that the fuel

is thoroughly mixed. Always read and follow

the safety rules relating to fuel before fueling

your unit.

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.

TO STOP THE ENGINE

To stop the engine, move the ON/STOP

switch to the STOP position.

WARNING:

You MUST make sure

the tubes are secure before using the unit.

WARNING:

Try on the unit and adjust

the shoulder straps for fit and comfort before

starting the engine to avoid losing control of

the unit. Always start and run the unit in an up-

right position.

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.

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.

WARNING:

Avoid contact with the

muffler. A hot muffler can cause serious

burns.

STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or warm

engine that has run out of fuel)

1. Move ON/STOP switch to the ON posi-

tion.

2. Move the choke lever to the CLOSE posi-

tion.

3. Slowly press the primer button (located

under the carburetor) 6 times.

Choke Lever

Primer Button

4. Squeeze throttle trigger and turn throttle

adjuster clockwise until it stops.

Throttle Trigger

Throttle

Adjuster

STOP position

Control

Handle

START

position

5. Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs.

NOTE:

Only short pulls are necessary. Nev-

er pull the starter cord to its fullest extension.

Never let go of the starter handle until it is at

the fully returned position.

6. Once the engine has started, slowly move

the choke lever to the OPEN position.

7. Turn throttle adjuster counterclockwise to

release throttle trigger and allow unit to idle.