Troy-Bilt TB197BV - Manual (Page 3)

Vacuum Door
On / Off
Variable-speed Switch
Nozzle Blower Tube
Blower
Outlet
Vacuum
Inlet
Lower
Vacuum
Tube
Upper
Vacuum
Tube
Shoulder
Harness
Vacuum
Bag
Assembly
Blower
Conversion
Vacuum
Conversion
Power
Cord Front Handle
Cord
Retainer
Rear Handle
Central / Main Handle
3
This unit requires assembly.
UNPACKING
• Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box.
• Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.
• Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated
the product.
• If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-800-828-5500 (U.S.) or 1-800-668-1238
(Canada) for assistance.
BLOWER ASSEMBLY
The blower tube and nozzle extend the reach of the blower
and concentrate the flow of air it delivers.
1. Slide the widest end of the blower tube over the front
opening on the motor housing until the tab on the
blower tube is inserted into the opening on the motor
housing and locks into place (Fig. 1).
2. Slide the nozzle over the end of the blower tube until the
latches on both sides of the blower tube and nozzle lock
into place (Fig. 2).
NOTE: The blower tube must be used at all times during
blower mode to prevent overheating the motor.
VACUUM ASSEMBLY
1. With the unit off and unplugged, open the vacuum door
by pulling the vacuum door handle away from the motor
housing (Fig. 3).
2. Align the arrow on the upper vacuum tube with the
arrow on the motor housing. Note that the flat section on
the upper vacuum tube faces the vacuum door.
3. Slide the upper vacuum tube into the motor housing (Fig. 4).
4. Turn the upper vacuum tube clockwise with both hands
until the dot on the upper vacuum tube aligns with the
dot on the motor housing.
5. Align the arrow on the lower vacuum tube with the arrow
on the upper vacuum tube (Fig. 5).
6. Slide the lower vacuum tube into the upper vacuum tube.
7. Turn the lower vacuum tube clockwise with both hands
until the dot on the lower vacuum tube aligns with the
dot on the upper vacuum tube.
8. Insert the blower opening into the vacuum bag assembly
until the tab on the vacuum bag assembly is inserted
into the opening on the motor housing and locks into
place (Fig. 6).
KNOW YOUR UNIT
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
APPLICATIONS
This unit may be used for the purposes listed below:
As a blower:
• Cleaning yards, garages, driveways, porches,
patios, sidewalks, around walls, fences, etc.
As a vacuum:
• Picking up leaves, grass and other light debris.
Fig. 1
Blower Tube Motor Housing
Tab
STARTING AND STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS
STARTING THE MOTOR
The unit is equipped with a variable-speed switch.
1. Connect the unit to the power source. Refer to
Connecting and Disconnecting the Power Source.
2. Turn the variable-speed switch clockwise to start the
motor (Fig. 8).
3. Continue turning the variable-speed switch clockwise to
increase the motor speed as needed (Fig. 8).
STOPPING THE MOTOR
1. Turn the variable-speed switch counter-clockwise to
reduce the motor speed. When the variable-speed
switch cannot be turned counter-clockwise any more,
the motor should stop (Fig. 8).
Fig. 8
WARNING: Make sure the unit is disconnected from the power source and the variable-
speed switch is in the OFF position before assembling or disassembling any components.
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Vacuum Door Handle
Nozzle Blower Tube
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
Lower
Vacuum Tube
Upper
Vacuum Tube
Upper
Vacuum
Tube
Vacuum
Door
WARNING: When used as a vacuum, the
unit cannot be operated without both the lower
and upper vacuum tubes attached. To avoid
serious personal injury, do not attempt to use
the unit with only one vacuum tube or no
vacuum tubes attached.
WARNING: The vacuum bag assembly must
be used at all times during vacuum mode to
prevent serious personal injury from objects
being discharged from the blower outlet and to
prevent overheating the motor.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
CONNECTING AND DISCONNECTING THE POWER
SOURCE
Follow these instructions in order to avoid injury and to
reduce the risk of electric shock or fire:
• Verify that the variable-speed switch is in the OFF
position before connecting or disconnecting the power
source. Refer to Starting and Stopping Instructions.
• Verify that the unit is disconnected from the power
source and the variable-speed switch is in the OFF
position before inspecting, adjusting or performing
maintenance on any part of the unit.
Connecting the Power Source
1. Connect the power cord plug to the extension cord (Fig. 7).
2. Make a narrow loop with the extension cord and push the loop through the lower opening in the
cord retainer (Fig. 7).
3. Move the loop onto the cord hook and pull the cord gently to secure the loop over the hook (Fig. 7).
This helps prevent accidental disconnection.
4. Connect the extension cord plug to the outlet.
Disconnecting the Power Source
1. Disconnect the extension cord plug from the outlet.
2. Remove the loop in the extension cord from the cord hook.
3. Disconnect the power cord plug from the extension cord (Fig. 7).
Fig. 6
Blower Opening
Vacuum Bag
Assembly
Vacuum Door
Tab
PROPER GRIP ON HANDLE
• Always maintain a proper grip on the handle(s) whenever the motor is running. When using the unit
as a blower, hold the unit by the central/main handle. When using the unit as a vacuum, hold the unit
firmly with both hands: always keep the left hand on the front handle and the right hand on the rear
handle. The fingers should encircle the handle(s) and the thumb(s) should wrap under the handle(s).
PROPER STANCE
• Balance body weight securely, with both feet on solid ground.
WORK AREA PRECAUTIONS
• Keep everyone – helpers, bystanders, children and animals – at least 50 feet (15 m) away from the
work area. If anyone enters the work area, stop the unit!
• Only operate the unit when visibility and light are adequate to see clearly.
• Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before operating the unit.
• Remove stones, nails, glass and wire from the area before operating the unit.
• Take care when operating the unit near windows and vehicles.
• To reduce noise levels, operate the unit at the lowest speed needed to do the job.
• Only operate the unit during reasonable hours. Comply with times listed in local ordinances.
OPERATING AS A BLOWER
1. Start the motor. Refer to Starting and Stopping Instructions.
2. Hold the unit with the blower outlet several inches above
the floor or ground (Fig. 9).
3. Sweep the blower outlet from side to side while slowly
advancing, directing the accumulated pile of debris
ahead of the operator.
4. Dispose of debris appropriately.
NOTE: Most dry blowing operations are better suited to low
speed. High speed is better for moving heavier items
such as large debris or gravel.
• Use the blower for trees, shrubs, flower beds and hard-
to-clean areas.
• Use the blower around buildings and for other normal cleaning.
• Use the blower for walls, overhangs and screens.
Fig. 9
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with this unit to promote carelessness. Remember
that a careless fraction of a second is enough to inflict serious injury.
WARNING: Always wear appropriate eye and ear 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
objects. If the operation is dusty, wear a face mask or dust mask.
WARNING: If any parts are damaged or missing, do not operate the unit until the parts
are replaced. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury.
WARNING: Wear non-slip gloves for maximum grip and protection. Refer to the Safety
Information section for appropriate safety equipment.
WARNING: Do not expose the unit to rain. Do not use the unit in damp or wet locations
or conditions.
Power
Cord
Fig. 7
Cord
Retainer /
Cord Hook
Extension
Cord
On / Off
Variable-speed Switch
NO TOOLS REQUIRED!