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Operator’s Manual
Cyclone Walk Behind Blower
163 cc, 4 Cycle
MODEL No. P-WB-163150
P-WB-163150-[E]
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Safety Definitions 1
Important Safety Information 2-4
Product Specifications 5
Parts & Features 5
Assembly 6
Engine Preparation 7-8
Operation 8-11
Maintenance 12-14
Technical Service 15
Troubleshooting 16
Warranty 17-20
Español 22
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Thank you for purchasing this Powermate® Cyclone Walk Behind Blower.
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Important Safety Information Safety Definitions • Save these instructions Safety Alert Symbols The following symbols are used on the product and in this manual to alert the operator of potential safety hazards. Read them carefully, and understand their meaning. Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. DANGER Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. WARNING Indic
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Important Safety Information • Save all instructions RESPONSIBILITY OF OPERATOR 1. Carefully read and follow these safety instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. 2. Know your product. Read and understand this manual before use. Compare the illustrations to unit. Learn location and function of all controls. Thoroughly understanding the unit before use will result in the best performance and safety. 3. Follow all instructions when assembling the unit. If the unit was purc
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Important Safety Information Important Safety Information (Continued) • Save all instructions OPERATION SAFETY (Continued) WARNING • There are rotating blades inside blower which can cause serious injury. NEVER place hand or anything else in the intake or discharge openings when machine is running. WARNING • Do NOT operate without shields and guards (such as the intake guard) in place and secure. • Do not stand or put your hand in front of the discharge opening. Always pay attention to the
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Important Safety Information (Continued) • Save all instructions • After striking a foreign object, stop the engine. Remove the wire from the spark plug and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting. Thoroughly inspect the blower for any damage. If damaged, have the equipment repaired by a trained technician before restarting and operating. WARNING • Stop the engine before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting the unit. Make sure all moving parts have stopped. Let
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Specifications • Save all instructions Unit Weight........................... 88 lb. (40 kg) Spark Plug Model...................... Torch F7RTC Maximum Air Flow .............. 150 MPH / 1200 CFM Spark Plug Gap ........... 0.028-0.031 in. (0.7-0.8 mm) Fan Diameter ....................... 13 in. (330 mm) Engine Type............. 4 Stroke, single cylinder, OHV Fan Construction .............. 4 Steel Blades, welded Displacement ............................... 163cc Gasoline Type ..... Regular Unl
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Assembly • Save all instructions If you need assistance or find any parts missing, CALL TOLL FREE: 1-800-737-2112. Read and follow the assembly instructions. Do not discard any parts or materials until the unit is assembled. References to the right or left side of the blower are from the viewpoint of the operator’s position behind the blower. WARNING Do not operate blower if it is damaged or not completely and correctly assembled. WARNING Before doing any assembly or maintenance to the unit,
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Engine Preparation • Save all instructions Engine Oil A SAE CAUTION Engine shipped without oil. Failure to add oil will result in serious engine damage. SAE 10W-30 A bottle of SAE 30 engine oil is included with your blower. Refer to the chart on the right for alternative oil types to use at different temperatures. Always use a high quality detergent oil classified “For Service, SG, SH, SJ” or higher. SAE 30 Do not use special additives. CAUTION Always use recommended oil type. Using
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Engine Preparation (Continued) • Save all instructions Fuel B WARNING • Gasoline is extremely flammable and vapors can explode if ignited. Handle with care. Use fresh, clean, regular-unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 88 Octane. Do NOT use leaded gasoline, gasohol, methanol, or diesel fuel. Do NOT mix oil with gasoline. Do NOT allow gasoline to become contaminated with dust, water, or debris. CAUTION Using incorrect fuel type or contaminated fuel will cause serious engine damage. NOTE: F
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Operation • Save all instructions Before Starting the Engine (Continued) A WARNING Keep all bystanders, especially CHILDREN, away during operation. IMPORTANT: This unit’s engine exhaust system is equipped with a spark-arresting muffler. Tampering with or removing the spark-arrestor violates section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code as well as other applicable state and federal law. How to Start Engine B DANGER Never Run engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine e
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Operation (Continued) • Save all instructions How to Stop the Blower C Move the ON/OFF Switch to the OFF position. (See figure 6) How to Adjust the Vertical Flow Angle D The vertical air flow direction can be adjusted between 3 positions: Straight (level), 15 degrees upward, and 15 degrees downward. Refer to Figure 8 when performing the adjustment steps below: 1. Stop the engine. 2. Pull the index lever out of its existing hole. 15° Downward 3. Rotate the index lever to the desired positi
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Operation (Continued) • Save all instructions How to Redirect Air Flow toward the Front (Continued) E When not in use, the front flow attachment can be stored under the frame at the rear of the unit. To secure the attachment for storage, follow the steps below and refer to Figure 10: 1. Turn the attachment so “This Side Up For STORAGE” is up. 2. Insert the attachment into frame opening, with the orientation identified on the label. 3. The edge of the attachment will be supported by a bra
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Maintenance • Save all instructions Maintenance Schedule A WARNING Before performing any maintenance, turn engine off and remove the wire from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting and serious injury. IMPORTANT: The warranty on this blower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain the blower as instructed in this manual, and only use genuine replacement parts. The following tab
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Maintenance (Continued) • Save all instructions How to Change the Engine Oil B NOTE: Refer to Figure 11 when following the steps below: 1. Stop the engine and let it cool. 2. Disconnect spark plug wire from the spark plug. 3. Insert a flat pan under the blower, underneath the oil drain plug and frame hole. 4. Remove oil dipstick. (See Figure 3) 5. Remove the oil drain bolt and washer. 6. Allow all oil to drain through the frame hole into the pan. IMPORTANT: Used oil is a hazardous wast
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Maintenance (Continued) • Save all instructions How to Check the Spark Plug G Spark Plug Model: Torch F7RTC Spark Plug Wrench CAUTION and Rod Only use the recommended spark plug or a spark plug with the same temperature range. Using an improper spark plug, an incorrect spark plug gap, or a dirty/fouled spark plug can reduce engine performance and cause damage. 1. Stop engine and allow it to cool. 2. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug. Figure 13 3. Use the spark plug wrench and rod (in
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Technical Service You may have further questions about assembling, operating, or maintaining this Blower. If so, you can contact our Technical Service Department at 1-800-737-2112 (English only). You may also write to: METL Corporate Office - CORRESPONDENCE ONLY If you need assistance or have any questions, CALL ATTN: Technical Service – METL TOLL FREE: 1-800-737-2112. 6700 Wildlife Way Long Grove, IL 60047 When contacting the Technical Service Department, have ready: • Your Name • Model Numb
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Troubleshooting • Save all instructions PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SOLUTION(S) Engine difficult to start 1. Out of fuel 1. Add fresh fuel 2. On/Off Switch turned OFF 2. Turn switch to ON 3. Engine is not primed. 3. Push primer bulb 3 times - waiting 2 seconds between each push. 4. Spark plug wire disconnected 4. Attach spark plug wire to spark plug 5. Fouled spark plug 5. Remove spark plug. Inspect. Replace if necessary 6. Dirty Carburetor 6. Take unit to an authorized service center for Ca
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Warranty • Save all instructions Powermate® WALK BEHIND BLOWER Limited Warranty A Always specify model number when contacting the factory. We reserve the right to amend these specifications at any time without notice. The only warranty applicable is our standard written war- ranty. We make no other warranty, expressed or implied. MAT Engine Technologies, LLC warrants this Blower and any parts thereof, to be free from defects in material and workmanship for two years (90 days for commercial use
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Warranty (Continued) • Save all instructions Emisson Control System Warranty B This MAT Engine Technologies, LLC (METL) outdoor power equipment engine complies with the emissions regulations of: Powermate® Model No. Regulatory Agency P-WB-163150-[E] United States Environmental Protection Agency (“U.S. EPA”) P-WB-163150 United States Environmental Protection Agency (“U.S. EPA”) and State of California To the extent there is any conflict between this Emissions Control System Warranty and the equi
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Warranty (Continued) • Save all instructions Warranty Coverage: METL warrants that the product engine is free from defects in materials and workmanship which cause such engine to fail to conform with the U.S. EPA or State of California emissions standards for small spark-ignited nonroad (off-road) engines – as applicable to your METL product. Small spark-ignited off-road engines manufactured after January 1, 1995 and sold in the State of California and U.S. EPA- certified small spark-ignited
