Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty
Op e r a t O r ’s Ma n u a l
Jet Sweep Blower — JS1150
WARNING
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
Printed In USA
Form No. 769-06237
(July 1, 2010)
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Important Safe Operation Practices
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WARNING! This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed,
could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow
all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply
with these instructions may result in personal injury.
When you see this symbol. HEED ITS WARNING!
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNING! Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components
contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive harm.
DANGER! This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation practices in
this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the
operator can result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating fingers, hands,
toes and feet and throwing debris. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could
result in serious injury or death.
7.
Wear close fitting slacks and shirt. Shirt and slacks that
cover the arms and legs are recommended. Do not wear
loose fitting clothes or jewelry and secure hair so it is above
shoulder level. They can be caught in moving parts.
Operation
General Operation:
1.
Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the
8.
Do not operate the machine while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to
assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for
future and regular reference and for ordering replacement
parts.
9.
Never place your hands or any part of your body or
clothing near rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge
opening at all times. Never insert your hands, fingers,
feet, or any other part of your body or clothing into the
discharge or air intake openings as the rotating impeller
inside the housing can cause serious injury.
2.
Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation.
Know how to stop the machine and disengage them
quickly.
3.
Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this
machine. Children 14 and over should read and understand
the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual
and on the machine and be trained and supervised by an
adult.
10. Never operate machine without directional discharge
chute and plastic impeller guard properly affixed to
machine. These devices shield the operator from accidental
contact with the rotating impeller.
11. Keep all guards and safety devices in place and operating
4.
This leaf blower is a powerful tool, not a plaything.
Therefore, exercise extreme caution at all times. It has been
designed to perform one job; to blow leaves. Do not use it
for any other purpose.
properly.
12. Exercise caution when operating blower. Do not allow the
directional discharge chute to point in the direction of
bystanders or pets.
5.
6.
Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly
small children and pets. Stop the engine when they enter
the vicinity of the machine.
Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during
operation and while performing an adjustment or repair,
to protect eyes from debris or foreign objects that may be
thrown from machine.
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13. If your machine should start making an unusual noise or
vibration, immediately stop the engine, disconnect the
spark plug wire and move the wire away from the spark
plug. Allow the machine to stop and perform the following
steps:
4.
5.
Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or
trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible,
then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable
container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or
container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do
not use a nozzle lock-open device.
a. Inspect for damage.
b. Repair or replace any damaged parts.
6.
7.
Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources
of ignition.
c. Check for any loose parts and tighten to assure
continued safe operation.
Never fuel machine indoors because flammable vapors will
accumulate in the area.
14. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do
not touch.
8.
Never remove gas cap or add fuel while engine is hot or
running. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before
refueling.
15. Do not allow leaves or other debris to build up on engine’s
muffler. The debris could ignite and cause a fire.
16. Do not operate engine if air cleaner or cover over
carburetor air intake is removed, except for adjustment.
Removal of such parts could create a fire hazard.
9.
Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than ½ inch
below bottom of filler neck to provide for fuel expansion.
10. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.
17. Only use accessories approved for this machine by the
manufacturer. Read, understand, and follow all instructions 11. If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and equipment.
provided with the approved accessory.
Move machine to another area. Wait five (5) minutes before
starting engine.
18. Only operate machine in daylight or good artificial light.
Do not operate machine in dark areas where your vision
may be impaired.
12. Never store the machine or fuel container near an open
flame, spark or pilot light as on a water heater, space
heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliances.
19. Never pick up or carry machine while the engine is running.
13. To reduce fire hazard, keep mower free of grass, leaves,
or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage and
remove any fuel-soaked debris.
20. If situations occur which are not covered in this manual,
use care and good judgment. Contact Customer Support
for assistance or the name of the nearest service dealer.
14. Allow a mower to cool at least five (5) minutes before
Children
storing.
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the
presence of small children. Children are often attracted to the
blowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where
you last saw them.
General Service:
1.
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operation regularly.
1.
Keep children out of the work area and under the watchful
eye of a responsible adult other than the operator.
2.
Check all nuts, bolts and screws for proper tightness at
frequent intervals to keep the machine in safe working
condition. Also, visually inspect machine for any damage
and repair, if needed.
2.
Be alert and turn the machine off if a child enters the area.
3.
Never allow children under the age of 14 to operate the
leaf blower.
3.
Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, stop the engine
and make certain the impeller and all moving parts have
stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it
against the engine to prevent unintended starting.
Service
Safe Handling Of Gasoline:
4.
Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed
the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe
operating speed of the engine.
1.
To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme
care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable
and the vapors are explosive. Serious personal injury can
occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes
which can ignite. Wash your skin and change clothes
immediately.
5.
6.
7.
Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
necessary.
Follow this manual for safe loading, unloading,
transporting, and storage of this machine.
2.
Use only an approved gasoline container.
Never store the machine or fuel container near an open
flame, spark or pilot light such as on a water heater,
furnace, clothes dryer, or other gas appliances.
3.
Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer
bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the
ground away from your vehicle before filling.
8.
Always refer to the operator’s manual for proper
instructions on off-season storage.
9.
If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors.
10. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil,
etc. to protect the environment.
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11. According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission
(CPSC) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA),
this product has an Average Useful Life of seven (7) years,
or 70 hours of operation. At the end of the Average Useful
Life have the machine inspected annually by an authorized
service dealer to ensure that all mechanical and safety
systems are working properly and not worn excessively.
Failure to do so can result in accidents, injuries or death.
Spark Arrestor
WARNING! This machine is equipped with an
internal combustion engine and should not be used
on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-
covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s
exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrestor
meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).
If a spark arrestor is used, it should be maintained in
effective working order by the operator. In the State of California
the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California
Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws.
Federal laws apply on federal lands.
A spark arrestor for the muffler is available through your
nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service
department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.
Safety Symbols
This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the
machine before attempting to assemble and operate.
Symbol
Description
READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S)
Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to
assemble and operate
WARNING— ROTATING BLADES
Keep hands out of inlet and discharge openings while machine is running. There are rotating
blades inside
BYSTANDERS
Do not allow the directional discharge chute to point in the direction of bystanders or pets.
WARNING— SHIELDS AND GUARDS
Never operate machine without directional discharge chute and plastic impeller guard
properly affixed to machine.
WARNING! Your Responsibility—Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and
follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
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Assembly & Set-Up
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Contents of Crate
•
•
One Jet Sweep Blower
•
•
One Upper Handle
•
One Chute Attachment
One Jet Sweep Blower Operator’s
Manual
One Engine Operator’s Manual
NOTE: All references to the left or right side of the jet sweep
blower are from the operator’s position. Any exceptions will be
noted.
2.
Place the upper over the lower handle, aligning the upper
holes/metal tabs in the upper handle with the upper holes/
lower holes in the lower handle. See Fig. 3-2.
Assembly
Attaching the Upper Handle
1.
Remove the carriage screws and star knobs from the upper
holes in the lower handle. See Fig. 3-1.
Figure 3-2
3.
Secure with the carriage screws and star knobs removed
earlier. See Fig. 3-2.
Figure 3-1
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Attaching the Chute Attachment
Set-Up
WARNING! DO NOT operate without shields and
guards (e.g., discharge chute, air intake guard) in
place.
Adding Fuel
Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual packed with your jet
sweep for information on adding fuel.
To redirect airflow at a 90 degree angle during operation, a chute
attachment is included with your jet sweep blower.
WARNING! Use extreme care when handling
gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the
vapors are explosive. Never fuel the machine
indoors or while the engine is hot or running.
Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other
sources of ignition.
1.
Pivot the blower direction lever all the way to the right, into
the highest position. See Fig. 3-3.
Adding Oil
Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual packed with your jet
sweep blower for information on adding and checking oil.
CAUTION: Always check the engine oil level before
each use as instructed in the Engine Operator’s
Manual. Add oil as necessary. Failure to do so may
result in serious damage to your engine.
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1
3
Figure 3-3
2.
Slide the chute attachment downward, over the opening.
3.
Pivot the direction lever to the middle position to lock the
chute attachment in place. See Fig. 3-3.
WARNING! Keep hands out of inlet and discharge
openings while machine is running. There are
rotating blades inside.
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Controls & Features
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Blower Housing
Blower Direction Lever
Discharge Chute
Figure 4-1
Jet Sweep Blower controls and features are illustrated in Fig 4-1
and described below.
Blower Direction Lever
AIR FLOW
The air flow can be directed to one
of three directions using the blower
direction lever to reposition the
louvers.
WARNING! Read and follow all safety rules and
instructions in this manual, including the entire
Operation section, before attempting to operate
this machine. Failure to comply with all safety rules
and instructions may result in personal injury.
UP
WARNING! Do not stand
in front of discharge area.
Engine
Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual for details regarding all
engine-related controls and features.
DOWN
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Operation
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Starting & Stopping the Engine
Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual for instructions on starting
and stopping the engine.
Adjusting the Blower Direction
The air flow can be directed to one of three directions using the
blower direction lever to move the louvers.
NOTE: The blower direction lever must be in the middle position
when operating the blower with the chute attachment to keep it
locked in place.
1.
Pull the lever out and away from the blower. See Fig. 5-1.
B
A
Blower
Direction
Lever
Louvers
Side View
Figure 5-1
2.
Move the lever to the left to direct airflow downward or to
the right to direct airflow upward.
3.
Release lever towards blower.
WARNING! Exercise caution when operating
blower. Do not allow the directional discharge chute
to point in the direction of bystanders or pets
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Maintenance & Adjustments
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Maintenance
WARNING! Before performing any maintenance or
repairs always stop engine.
Engine
Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual for all engine maintenance
procedures and instructions.
Cleaning the Blower
Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped off
promptly. Do NOT allow debris to accumulate around the cooling
fins of the engine, the fan intake area or on any other part of the
machine.
WARNING! If the engine has been recently run, the
engine, muffler and surrounding metal surfaces will
be hot and can cause burns to the skin. Exercise
caution to avoid burns.
Lubrication
WARNING! Before lubricating, repairing, or
inspecting, always stop engine.
Wheels
Lubricate the rear and front axles with a spray lubricant once a
season.
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Replacement Parts
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Component
Part Number and Description
951-10292
Spark Plug
951-10794
951-10652
Air Filter
Fuel Filter
734-04278
941-0706
Wheel, 8.0 x 3.0
Flange Bearing, .635
734-04279
951-10649
Wheel (Rear)
Fuel Tank Cap
631-04253
781-04175
710-04373A
Discharge Chute w/ Label
Discharge Chute Base
Discharge Chute Screws (3x)
720-04091
Foam Grip
Phone (800) 828-5500 or (330) 558-7220 to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual (have your full model number and
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CUB CADET LLC
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR
LOG SPLITTERS & JET SWEEPS
The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet LLC with
c. Cub Cadet does not extend any warranty for products sold or
exported outside of the United States and/or Canada, and their
respective possessions and territories, except those sold through
Cub Cadet’s authorized channels of export distribution.
respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States,
its possessions and territories, and by MTD Products Limited with
respect to new merchandise purchased and used in Canada and/or its
territories and possessions.
d. Replacement parts that are not genuine Cub Cadet parts.
“Cub Cadet” warrants this product (excluding its Normal Wear Parts
as described below) against defects in material and workmanship
for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date of original
purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any
part found to be defective in materials or workmanship. This limited
warranty shall only apply if this product has been operated and
maintained in accordance with the Operator’s Manual furnished with
the product, and has not been subject to misuse, abuse, commercial
use, neglect, accident, improper maintenance, alteration, vandalism,
theft, fire, water, or damage because of other peril or natural disaster.
Damage resulting from the installation or use of any part, accessory
or attachment not approved by Cub Cadet for use with the product(s)
covered by this manual will void your warranty as to any resulting
damage.
e. Service completed by someone other than an authorized service
dealer.
f. Transportation charges and service calls.
g. Cub Cadet does not warrant this product for commercial use.
No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of
merchantability of fitness for a particular purpose, applies after
the applicable period of express written warranty above as to the
parts as identified. No other express warranty, whether written or
oral, except as mentioned above, given by any person or entity,
including a dealer or retailer, with respect to any product, shall
bind Cub Cadet. During the period of the warranty, the exclusive
remedy is repair or replacement of the product as set forth above.
The provisions as set forth in this warranty provide the sole and
exclusive remedy arising from the sale. Cub Cadet shall not be
liable for incidental or consequential loss or damage including,
without limitation, expenses incurred for substitute or replacement
lawn care services or for rental expenses to temporarily replace a
warranted product.
Normal Wear Parts are warranted to be free from defects in material
and workmanship for a period of thirty (30) days from the date of
purchase. Normal wear parts include, but are not limited to items
such as: batteries, belts, blades, debris collection bags, wheels and
tires.
HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available, WITH
PROOF OF PURCHASE, through your local authorized service
dealer. To locate the dealer in your area:
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply
to you.
In the U.S.A.
To locate the dealer in your area, check your Yellow Pages, or contact
Cub Cadet LLC at P.O. Box 361131, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019,
com.
In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the amount of
the purchase price of the product sold. Alteration of safety features of
the product shall void this warranty. You assume the risk and liability
for loss, damage, or injury to you and your property and/or to others
and their property arising out of the misuse or inability to use the
product.
In Canada
Contact MTD Products Limited, Kitchener, ON N2G 4J1,
call 1-800-668-1238 or log on to our Web site at www.
mtdcanada.com.
This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the
original purchaser or to the person for whom it was purchased as a
gift.
This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following
cases:
HOW STATE LAW RELATES TO THIS WARRANTY: This limited
warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights that vary in different jurisdictions.
a. Log splitter pumps, valves, and cylinders have a separate one year
warranty.
IMPORTANT: Owner must present Original Proof of Purchase to
obtain warranty coverage.
b. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, blade
sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments,
deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of the exterior finish
due to use or exposure.
Cub Cadet LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019; Phone: 1-877-282-8684
MTD Canada Limited - KITCHENER, ON N2G 4J1; Phone 1-800-668-1238
GDOC-100237 REV. A
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