How to use a Leaf Blower?

Posted by Karen on January 14th, 2020

Autumn has arrived and it is already time to get rid of the dead leaves. Know that the use of a blower can simplify this task.

But then, how do I use a leaf blower?

Tips for using a blower (Before starting)

Safety Rules

To work safely with your blower, the following precautions must be taken:

Read your instructions to make the best use of your blower.

1-      Keep other people away

2-      Work by observing the air outlet zone so that you never blow small objects and project them at any speed towards people, animals, cars or houses.

3-      Do not use a blower indoors or in a poorly ventilated area.

4-      Work on a stable surface, not on a ladder, a roof…

5-      For safety, consider wearing glasses or hearing protection if you are using a thermal blower.

Fill the fuel tank

Fill up in a ventilated place before using your blower. You need a mixture of gasoline and 2% engine oil to use a thermal blower. Small tip, do not store the mixture for more than a month or use the Moto mix STIHL fuel that can be stored for 2 years.

You can also buy an electric or battery-powered blower: no more petrol!

Technical work

The air produced by a blower allows the leaves to take off. The aim is then to group the sheets into piles. When the leaves are collected, you can then pick them up more easily to put them in the composter or in garbage bags. For greater comfort, you can equip yourself with a vacuum cleaner that eats and grinds garden waste, which can then be used directly for composting.

Use a blower

1. Put your blower flat on the ground. It is important not to launch the motor by holding the blower at arm's length
2. Depending on engine temperature, position the starter lever on the position "cold or hot start".

3. To reduce the number of the pull of the string when starting the engine, prime the pump petrol at least 5 times.
4. Gently pull the starter cord to reach the first compression point then quickly pull up the rope. Finally, accompany the return so that she rolls properly.
5. As soon as the engine is running, press the throttle once: the lever returns to its original position "

6. Si the engine stops, pulls on the launcher and press the throttle.
7. Adjustment lever to stop the throttle trigger in any position during work. It also allows stopping the machine when it is set to STOP.