Yard Machines YGBV, Operator'S Manual

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING

BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

•

DO NOT

rely exclusively upon the safety devices built into the unit. 

•

DO NOT

allow the unit to be used as a toy. 

• Please read the entire operator’s manual carefully before attempting to assemble, operate or

maintain the unit. 

• Follow all safety instructions. Failure to do so can result in property damage or serious injury to

yourself and/or others. 

• Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the unit. Know how to stop the unit

and disengage the controls quickly.

• Stay alert! Do not operate the unit when tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
• Children and teens under the age of 15 must not use the unit, except for teens guided by an adult.

Never allow adults to operate the unit without proper instruction.

• Make sure that all guards and safety attachments are properly installed before operating the unit.
• Keep these instructions. Refer to them often and use them to instruct other users. If loaning

someone this unit, also loan them these instructions.

• Keep bystanders, especially children and pets, at least 50 feet (15 m) away. If anyone enters the

work area, stop the unit! There still may be a risk to bystanders from thrown objects. Bystanders
should be encouraged to wear eye protection.

• Keep the work area clean. Cluttered areas invite injuries. Do not start the operation until the work

area is clear and free from obstructions and there is secure footing.

• Always wear appropriate eye and ear/hearing protection when operating this unit. Wear safety

goggles, or safety glasses with side shields, that are marked as meeting ANSI Z87.1-1989
standards. Failure to do so could result in serious eye injury caused by thrown or falling objects. If
the operation is dusty, wear a facemask or dust mask. 

• Dress appropriately; wear heavy, snug-fitting clothes (long pants and a long sleeve shirt). Wear non-

slip protective gloves and boots. Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals or go
barefoot. Secure hair above shoulder level to prevent entanglement in moving parts.

• Only use the unit in daylight or good artificial light.
• Only use the unit for its intended purpose. Only use the unit as described in this manual. Only use

the manufacturer’s recommended attachments with this unit.

•  IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  •

PART NO. 769-05291     P00

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Operator’s Manual

2-Cycle Mulching Blower / Vacuum

YGBV

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Service Information  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Know Your Unit  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Oil and Fuel Information  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Starting and Stopping Instructions  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Operating Instructions  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Maintenance and Repair Instructions  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Cleaning and Storage  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Troubleshooting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Specifications  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Warranty Information  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

DO NOT RETURN THIS UNIT TO THE RETAILER.  PROOF OF PURCHASE WILL BE REQUIRED
FOR WARRANTY SERVICE.

THIS PRODUCT IS COVERED BY ONE OR MORE U.S. PATENTS. OTHER PATENTS PENDING. 
For assistance regarding the assembly, controls, operation or maintenance of the unit, please call the
Customer Support Department. Additional information about the unit can be found on our website.
For service, please call the Customer Support Department to obtain a list of authorized service
dealers near you. Service on this unit, both within and after the warranty period, should only be
performed by an authorized and approved service dealer. When servicing, use only identical
replacement parts.
Before calling for service, locate the unit’s model plate, which lists the model and serial numbers of
your unit. Refer to the sample plate below and copy the information for future reference. 

Copy the serial number here:

Copy the model and parent part numbers here:

DO NOT RETURN THIS

PRODUCT

Please call the Customer Support Department 

or visit our website for assistance:

or

www.mtdproducts.com

DANGER:

Signals an EXTREME hazard.

Failure to obey a safety 

DANGER

signal 

WILL

result in serious injury or death to yourself or

to others. 

WARNING:

Signals a SERIOUS hazard.

Failure to obey a safety 

WARNING

signal 

CAN

result in serious injury to yourself or to others.

CAUTION:

Signals a MODERATE hazard.  

Failure to obey a safety 

CAUTION

signal 

MAY

result in property damage or injury to

yourself or to others.

IMPORTANT!

Signals special mechanical information.

NOTE:

Signals additional important general information.

SYMBOL

MEANING

SAFETY INFORMATION

• SAFETY ALERT SYMBOLS •

Safety alert symbols are used to draw your attention to possible dangers. These symbols, and their

explanations, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by

themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for

proper accident prevention measures. These safety instructions are not meant to cover every

possible condition that may occur. If questions arise, please call the Customer Support

Department at 

1-800-800-7310

(U.S.) or 

1-800-668-1238

(Canada).

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

All information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest product information
available at the time of printing. We reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
Copyright© 2010 MTD SOUTHWEST INC, All Rights Reserved.

SERVICE INFORMATION

WARNING:

When using this unit, basic safety precautions should always be

followed to reduce the risk of property damage and personal injury, including the following:

U.S.

1-800-800-7310

Canada

1-800-668-1238

SPARK ARRESTOR NOTE
NOTE: For users on U.S. Forest Land and in the states of California, Maine, Oregon and
Washington. 

All U.S. Forest Land and the state of California (Public Resources Codes 4442 and

4443), Oregon and Washington require, by law that certain internal combustion engines operated on
forest brush and/or grass-covered areas be equipped with a spark arrestor, maintained in effective
working order, or the engine be constructed, equipped and maintained for the prevention of fire.
Check with your state or local authorities for regulations pertaining to these requirements. Failure to
follow these requirements could subject you to liability or a fine. 

This unit is factory equipped with a

spark arrestor. 

If it requires replacement, ask your LOCAL SERVICE DEALER to install the

Accessory Part #753-05709 Muffler Assembly.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

WARNING

THE ENGINE EXHAUST FROM THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE

OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER, BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM.