50BT_US.fm Page 1 Friday, April 10, 2009 9:51 AM 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 WARNING 150BT Before using our products, please read this manual carefully to understand the proper use of your unit.
150BT_US.fm Page 2 Friday, April 10, 2009 9:51 AM 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 & Garden are pleased to explain the emissions control system warranty on your 2007 and later small nonroad engine. In U.S.
150BT_US.fm Page 3 Friday, April 10, 2009 9:51 AM English Contents Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 SAFETY FIRST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Notes on types of warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Warning labels on the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
150BT_US.fm Page 4 Friday, April 10, 2009 9:51 AM English Safety SAFETY FIRST Instructions contained in warnings within this manual and warning seals marked with 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.
150BT_US.fm Page 5 Friday, April 10, 2009 9:51 AM English Symbols on the machine (a) (c) (b) (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.
150BT_US.fm Page 6 Friday, April 10, 2009 9:51 AM English Safety Precautions WORKING CONDITIONS WORKING CIRCUMSTANCE 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. To 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.
150BT_US.fm Page 7 Friday, April 10, 2009 9:51 AM English Safety Precautions BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE 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.
150BT_US.fm Page 8 Friday, April 10, 2009 9:51 AM English Safety Precautions MAINTENANCE TRANSPORTATION 1. In order to maintain your product in proper working order, perform the maintenance and checking operations described in the manual at regular intervals. 2. Always be sure to turn off the engine and disconnect the spark plug before performing any maintenance or checking procedures.
150BT_US.fm Page 9 Friday, April 10, 2009 9:51 AM English What is what? <150BT> 1 3 2 13 14 6 17 8 10 7 18 20 4 12 11 16 5 15 9 19 1. Frame 2. Harness 3. Spark Plug Cap 4. Throttle Lever 5. Net 6. Choke Lever 7. Air Cleaner 8. Volute Case, Cover 9. “CAUTION” Label 10. Elbow 11. Fuel Tank 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21.
150BT_US.fm Page 10 Friday, April 10, 2009 9:51 AM English Technical data MODEL Dimensions (L x W x H) mm (in) Dry Weight kg (lbs) (including pipe) 150BT 351x446x479 (13.8x17.6x18) 10.2 (22.5) Dry Weight kg (lbs) (without accessories) 9.5 (20.9) Fuel Tank Capacity liter (fl. oz) 1.25 (42.3) Engine Type Piston Displacement cu. cm (cu. in) Air Filter Air cooled 2-cycle gasoline engine 50.2 (3.
150BT_US.fm Page 11 Friday, April 10, 2009 9:51 AM English Assembly 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. F1 NOTE A light lubricant may be used to ease assembly of flexible hose to blower elbow. THROTTLE LEVER 1. Set up the clamp to the swivel and tighten the screw on the clamp. F2 (1) Clamp (2) Swivel (3) Screw THROTTLE CABLE 1.
150BT_US.fm Page 12 Friday, April 10, 2009 9:51 AM English Assembly Tighten the side straps so that the pressure is evenly distributed across the shoulders. F7 F8 - WAIST BELT The waist belt is attached to the rings on the left and right sides of the frame. Place the waist belt around 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.
150BT_US.fm Page 13 Friday, April 10, 2009 9:51 AM English Fuel FUEL WARNING - - - 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.
150BT_US.fm Page 14 Friday, April 10, 2009 9:51 AM English Operation 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. F11 (1) (3) 1. Push the primer bulb until fuel flows out in the clear tube. 2. When the engine is cool, close the choke. (4) (1)Choke Lever (2)Primer Bulb (3)OPEN (4)CLOSE 3. Set the throttle lever position. About 1/3 open.
0BT_US.fm Page 15 Friday, April 10, 2009 9:51 AM English Operation - ADJUSTING IDLE SPEED The idling speed is set for 2200 rpm at the factory. If it is necessary to adjust the idle speed, use the adjustment screw on the top side of the carburetor. F14 (1) (1)Idling Adjustment Screw - STOPPING ENGINE Move the throttle lever to the STOP position. F15 (1)Stop NOTE If the engine does not stop when setting the ignition switch to the stop position, close the choke lever and stop the engine.
150BT_US.fm Page 16 Friday, April 10, 2009 9:51 AM 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.
150BT_US.fm Page 17 Friday, April 10, 2009 9:51 AM English Maintenance - - SPARK PLUG The spark plug may gather carbon deposits on its firing end with reasonable use. Remove and inspect the spark plug every 25 hours and clean the electrodes as necessary with a wire brush. The spark gap should be adjusted to .025 in (0.6 to 0.7mm). Plug manufacturers recommend replacing the plug twice a year to avoid unexpected plug failure in a job. REPLACEMENT PLUG IS A NGK CMR7H.
150BT_US.fm Page 18 Friday, April 10, 2009 9:51 AM English Maintenance - IGNITION COIL AIR GAP INSPECTION 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. F22 Air Gap: 0.40 mm (0.35 to 0.45 mm) / 0.016 in (0.014 to 0.017 in) (1) Rotor (2) Ignition coil - SHOLDER STRAP If the shoulder strap is damaged it may break during use, thus causing the product to fall and resulting in personal injury.