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Operator's Manual 

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Wear approved hearing protection.

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marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. 

Do  not  touch  parts that are  hot from 

operation. Serious burns may result. 

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become extremely hot during operation. 

Allow engine and muffler to cool before 

touching. 

Do  not remove  or  tamper with the 

protection and safety devices. 

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Never  start or  run the engine inside  a 

closed area or in poorly vent

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monoxide, and odorless and deadly gas. 

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Shut off the engine, disconnect spark plug 

wire, and make certain a

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have stopped before cleaning, repairing, or 

inspecting the unit. 

Gasoline  and  its  vapors  are extremely 

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flammable and explosive. Never fuel the 

machine  indoors or whi

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hot or running. Wipe up any gasoline that 

spills.  Keep away from any inflammables 

when operating the engine. 

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50 feet (15m) away. 

Stop engine and  remove ignition  key 

prior to 

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chute  to  point  in  the direction of 

bystanders or pets. 

Thrown  objects  can  result 

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personal 

injury or property damage 

Use extra  caution  on  slopes.  T h e  

machine is heavy and can speed up when 

going downhill. Be prepared to ma

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control of the machine. To avoid 

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control, operate across slopes, not  up 

and  down. When turning, turn uphill, not 

down. Do not operate on slopes greater 

than 15 degrees. 

There are rotating blades 

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blower.  Please keep your hands, feet or 

tools  out of intake and discharge opening 

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Do not let long hair uncovered.  Use a 

hair net. 

Keep safety dev

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in place and  working.  Do not operate 

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thout shields and guards in place. 

Do not operate when other persons are 

present nearby. 

Do  not allow  the  directio

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chute to 

point in the direction of bystanders or 

pets

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Summary of Contents for YF1565

Page 1: ...SE DATE Both model number and serial number maybe found on the main label See Page2 Figure 1 You should record both of them in a safe place for future use READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ENTIREMANUAL BEFORE O...

Page 2: ...power equipment OPE to get the job done right at the right price YARDMAX delivers the perfect combination of performance and practicality YARDMAXhas a solution that s right for you MAX Performance MA...

Page 3: ...horized enginemanufacturer s service center CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65WARNING A WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain product c omponents contain or emit chemicals known to the st...

Page 4: ...TIONS Model Number Displacement Max Air Volume Max Air Speed ImpellerDiameter SwivelCaster Diameter Rear Wheel Diameter Engine Power Type Starting System Engine Torque Fuel TankCapacity OilCapacity Re...

Page 5: ...ine indoors or while the engine is hot or running Wipe up any gasoline that spills Keep away from any inflammables whenoperatingthe engine eo e 1 T o aft ii f ir Keep children and bystanders at least...

Page 6: ...responsible for accidents or injuries that may occur to themselves otherpeople and property This machine is not a toy and is to be used only for its intended purpose Therefore exercise extreme cautio...

Page 7: ...apors can explode if ignited Walk Behind Blower Operator s Manual Take precautions when using to reduce the chance of serious personal injury When refilling or draining the fuel tank use an approved f...

Page 8: ...y alert for hidden hazards or traffic 7 I Unpacking the Container Never leave the operating position when the engine is running Always shut down the engine and ensure the engine is switched to off to...

Page 9: ...identified they should be repaired before use Many accidents are caused by poorly maintainedequipment CONTENTS SUPPLIED 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Your YARDMAX walk behind blower comes partially assembled and...

Page 10: ...with a flat washer and a cotter pin on the outside Bend and spread the cotter pin prongs in opposite directions Repeat these steps to install the 2nd wheel See Figure 3 9 I Assembly Figure3 x2 SWIVEL...

Page 11: ...hole for the high handle position Securethe handle on theframe tube with the carriage screws and star knobs See Figure 5 illustration2 Figures M8x45 x2 Walk Behind Blower Operator s Manual THROTTLE C...

Page 12: ...front discharge chute is used to redirect the air flow to the front of theblower Attachit when needed Loosen the knob located on top of the discharge chute Orient the attachment so the THIS SIDE UP DU...

Page 13: ...hind Blower Operator s Manual KNOW YOUR MACHINE FEATURES ANID CONTROLS l Hffi05 3M Upper Handle lift Hi i Frame Tube Intake Guard Front Discharge Chute lii lllftbtildi Discharge Chute Know Your Machin...

Page 14: ...Air Cleaner Muffler Spark Plug Plffltiii Carburetor Fuel Filler Cap DMffliA Oil Drain Plug 13 I Know Your Machine 7 Ni ___ II 4i lif iffiM Mil Oil FillerCap Dipstick...

Page 15: ...Manual Flow Angle Adjustment Index Lever Transits the movement from control lever to the air flow louver Recoil Starter Handle Used to pull start the engine Choke Control The choke control is used to...

Page 16: ...NG IMPORTANT DO NOT OVERFILL This equipment and or its engine mayinclude evaporative emissions control system components required to meet EPA and or CARB regulations that will only function property w...

Page 17: ...e 1 Move the throttle lever to the SLOW position 2 Let the engine idle for one or two minutes 3 Turn the engine switch tothe OFF position 4 Turn the fuel valve lever to the OFF Ii position A CAUTION D...

Page 18: ...the engine s throttle lever in the SLOW position and remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug and secure 3 Inspect the general condition of the blower Check for loose screws misalignment of bind...

Page 19: ...om unit 1 AlI fasteners are tight and secured 2 AII pivot points 1 Engine oil 1 AlI fasteners are tight and secured 2 AIIpivot points 3 Engine oil 4 Airfilter and precleaner 1 Combustion deposits from...

Page 20: ...damaged parts Repair or replace damaged parts and tighten loose screws nuts or bolts 6 Store your unit on flat ground in a clean dry building that has good ventilation A WARNING Do not store the mach...

Page 21: ...ngine oil level low 1 Fill crankcase with proper oil 2 Dirty air cleaner 2 Clean air cleaner Engine overheats 3 Air flow restricted 3 Remove housing and clean 4 Carburetor not adjusted properly 4 Refe...

Page 22: ...7 1 2 21 I Parts Diagram PARTS DIAGRAM 46 16 43 l jjV 3 48 35 53 49 52...

Page 23: ...Caster 8 1 49 HandleSleeve 1 12 Swivel Caster Bracket 1 50 Cable Clamp 2 13 Bushing 2 51 ThrottleControl Lever with Cable 1 14 FlatWasherM10 1 52 Lock NutMS 1 15 SpringWasherM10 1 53 Engine Deck 1 16...

Page 24: ...Tame the Great Outdoors 847 327 0566 or 844 YARDMAX I info yardmax com yardmax com...

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