Parkside PBLS 26 A1, Operating And Safety Instructions Manual

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11.2  Shutting the engine off

11.2.1  Emergency stop procedure

If it is necessary to stop the device immediately, press the on/
off button (16) to position “0” and keep it pressed in this posi-
tion until the engine has come to a standstill.

11.2.2  Normal procedure

1.  Loosen the throttle lock (7).
2.  Release the throttle (8). 
3.  Press the on/off button (16) to position “0” and keep it 

pressed in this position until the engine has come to a 
standstill.

11.3  Set the engine speed.

Set the desired engine speed for operating the device using 
the throttle lever (8). The throttle lever position can be adjusted 
with the throttle lever lock (7).

Note

Avoid running the engine at full power for the first 6-8 operat-
ing hours.

11.4  Leaf blower operation

When operating the device as a leaf blower, hold the device 
by the handle at the top (9).

The engine speed should be adapted to the type of material 
to be removed:
• Use the engine at low speed for light material on the lawn.
• Use the engine at average speed to move grass and light 

leaves on asphalt or solid ground.

• Use the engine at high speed for heavier materials such as 

fresh snow or dirt.

CAUTION

Always make sure that no objects or dust are blown in the 
direction of people or animals and make sure that objects 
will not be damaged. Always observe the wind direction and 
never work against the wind.

11.5  Operation of the petrol leaf vacuum
CAUTION

The device must always be held with both hands during work. 

• Place your left hand on the top handle (9) and your right 

hand on the bottom handle (21). 

• Hold the bottom handle (21) so that the collection bag (24) 

is on the right side of the operator.

• When used as a leaf vacuum, it is best to operate the en-

gine at medium/high speed.

• During collection, hold the rounded end of the suction noz-

zle (12) a few centimetres above the ground. 

The collection bag (24) also works like a filter, similar to an 
ordinary house hoover. For this reason it is best:
• To avoid completely filling the collection bag (24);
• To remove bulky objects immediately.

11.5.1  Empty the collection bag (24)

• Switch off the engine.
• Open the zip of the collection bag (24) and empty the collec-

tion bag (24) without detaching it from the outlet tube (18).

Note

When using the leaf vacuum, do not collect wet grass or 
leaves, otherwise there is a risk of jamming the rotor or the 
collection bag.

Note

When using the device as a leaf vacuum, there is a risk of suck-
ing in objects that may block the device and the rotor.
In this case:
• Switch the engine off immediately!
• Remove the spark plug connector cover (17).
• Pull off the spark plug connector (30).
• Remove the vacuum tube (14).
• Remove the foreign object from the vacuum inlet.
• Make sure that nothing is blocking the rotor before using 

the device again.

Note

If the bag is too full this reduces the efficiency of the device 
and can cause the engine to overheat.

11.6  End of work

Switch the device off.

Remove the spark plug connector (30) to avoid unintentional 
start-up (see chapter 13.2.2 Spark plug maintenance).

Clean the device (see chapter 13. Cleaning and mainte-
nance). 

12. Working instructions

• The machine must only be operated at reasonable times - 

not early in the morning or late at night when others may 
be disturbed. The times listed with the local authorities must 
be followed.

• Before starting to blow, loosen foreign objects with a rake 

and broom.

• In dusty conditions, lightly moisten the surface or use an 

irrigation attachment if available.

13. Cleaning and maintenance

Only carry out cleaning and maintenance work to the extent 
specified in this operating manual. Further work must be car-
ried out by qualified specialists.

13.1  Cleaning
CAUTION

Always switch off the device and disconnect the spark plug 
connector before cleaning (see chapter 13.2.2 Spark plug 
maintenance).

Note

The device should be thoroughly cleaned after each use.