Husqvarna 170BT, 170BF - Manual

English 5 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. (a) The port to refuel the "MIX GASOLINE" Position: FUEL TANK CAP (b) The direction to close the choke Position: INTAKE CUP (c) The ...

English 6 WORKING CONDITIONS 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 ass...

English 7 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 re...

English 8 MAINTENANCE 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 proce...

English 9 1. Frame2. Shoulder Strap3. Spark Plug Cap4. Throttle Lever6. Guard net7. Choke Lever8. Air Cleaner9. Volute Case10. “CAUTION” Label11. Elbow12. Fuel Tank 13. Recoil Starter14. Ignition Switch15. Engine Cover16. Handle Bar (Option)17. Fan18. Shock absorber (Spring)19. Shock absorber (Rubbe...

English 11 * The data shown above are those in the case of one straight pipe. * Specifications are subject to change without notice. MODEL 130BT 170BT 170BF Dimensions (L x W x H) mm (in) 295x387x432 (11.6x15.2x17) 365x464x485 (14x18x19) 365x496x485 (14x20x19) Dry Weight kg (lbs) (including pipe) 6....

English 12 „ 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. „ THROTTLE LEVER [130BT/170BT] 1. Set up the throttle holder to the swivel and tighten the screw on the holder. When setting up...

English 13 „ BLOWER TUBES 1. Align the protrusion and the groove provided on the tube ends and twist the tube until the connection is locked. NOTE A light lubricant may be used to ease assembly of flexible pipe to blower elbow. NOTE If longer tube is required, the second straight pipe can be connect...

English 14 „ 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 th...

English 15 „ CONTROL ARM [170BF] • Hold the upper end of the control arm in hand and, while pulling it away from the unit, rotate arm forward (counter-clockwise in the direction of the arrow) until it clicks. (The first position) And if you want, you can rotate arm further until it clicks. (The seco...

English 16 „ ADJUSTING IDLE SPEED [130BT] • The idling speed is set for 3000 rpm at the factory. If it is necessary to adjust the idle speed, use the adjustment screw on the top side of carburetor. (1)Idling Adjustment Screw [170BT/170BF] • The idling speed is set for 2000 rpm at the factory. If it ...

English 17 Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control device and systems may be performed by any non-road engine repair establishment or individual. WARNING Make sure that the engine has stopped and is cool before performing any service to the blower. Contact with rotating blower fa...

English 18 „ FUEL FILTER • A clogged fuel filter may cause poor acceleration of the engine. Check periodically to see if the filter is clogged with dirt. The filter can be taken out of the fueling port using a small wire hook. Disconnect the filter assembly from the fuel pipe and unhook the retainer...

English 19 „ AIR INLET NET IMPORTANT • Blown air is taken in from the air inlet net. If the air flow drops during opera- tion, stop the engine and inspect the air inlet net for blockage by obstacles. • Note that failure to remove any such obstacles may result in the engine becoming overheated and da...