Truper Sopla-26t Gas Blower Vacuum User Manual

Manual
Gas Blower / Vacuum

SOPLA-26T

SOPLA-26T Gas Blower Vacuum

Applies for:

CAUTION
Read this Manual thoroughly before using the tool.

Contents
CAUTION
To gain the best performance of the tool, prolong the duty life, make the Warranty valid if necessary, and to avoid hazards of fatal injuries please read and understand this Manual before  using the tool.
Keep this manual for future references.
The illustrations in this manual are for reference only. They might be different from the real tool.

Use and care recommendations

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Use gasoline mixed with 2-STROKE motor OIL.
A wrong mix may cause the blower / vacuum to throw a rod, causing expensive repairs!

Do not use a fuel MIX that has been stored longer than 15 days.
ALWAYS operate your blower / vacuum at MAXIMUM POWER with the trigger FULLY tightened
Perform periodic MAINTENANCE to your machine (page 10).

Technical Data

Fuel Specifications

• The blower is built with an air-cooled, 2-stroke engine using unleaded gasoline and high-quality auto-mixing oil with fuel stabilizer specified for air-cooled, 2-stroke engines.
• The motor is certified to run with unleaded gasoline for vehicles with octane rating 87 ([R+M]/2) or higher.
• Do not use any type of pre-mixed gasoline with oil sold in service stations, especially for motorcycles, etc.
• Do not use engine oil for self-propulsion, or two-cycle oil outboard motor.
• The ratio in the mix shall be 50 parts of gasoline per 1 part oil (50:1 ratio). Prepare the mix in a container approved to store gasoline. Always mix thoroughly before pouring into the motor tank.

CAUTION Do not use gasoline mix that has been stored for more than 15 days. Mix small amounts.
WARNING Never smoke in the vicinity of the fuel or the filling up area, or where the mix is being prepared, or when operating the blower.
WARNING Trying to start the blower without adding oil into the fuel mix will cause the motor to malfunction.

To increase the working life or the motor use synthetic oil for 2-stroke motors.
* 1 gallon = 3.78 liter ** Not included

Safety Warnings for Motor Tools

Keep your work area clean, tidy and well lit.
CAUTION Cluttered and dark areas may cause accidents.
Never use the tool in explosive areas or in the presence of flammable liquids.
DANGER Before starting the motor keep the tool at least 30 feet away from the fill up area.
Keep children and passersby at a safe distance while operating the tool.
WARNING Distractions could cause loosing control and cause accidents.
Avoid contact with power lines and circuits.
DANGER
Find and avoid power lines and circuits, especially hidden wiring as well as any grounded object.
Stay alert, use care and common sense.
CAUTION
Familiarity with the tool operation could lead to distractions. It could cause accidents.
Refrain from using the tool if tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
DANGER
Being momentarily distracted while using the tool could cause severe personal injury.
Operate the tool with guards and protection devices in place and in good working condition.
WARNING
Failure to comply with this warning is a hazard of severe personal injury.
Do not force the tool.
CAUTION
Working within the tool’s working design assures a better and safer job.
Keep the tool in a safe place and out of the reach of children.
WARNING
Motor powered tools are dangerous to inexperienced people.
Wear proper clothes.
WARNING
Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair could get caught in the mobile parts.
Keep hands away from rotating and/or mobile parts.
WARNING
Failure to comply with this warning is a hazard of severe personal injury.
Do not operate the tool in enclosed areas.
DANGER
Avoid breathing accumulated carbon monoxide, a potentially deadly odorless toxic gas.
Wear adequate protective safety accessories.
CAUTION
Wear eye protection, dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, helmet and ear plugs. These safety gears reduce the risk of injury.Turn off the tool before adjusting, changing accessories or storin.
WARNING
Double check the tool switch is in the off position.
Refrain from operating the tool if the switch is not working or is not properly assembled.
WARNING
Failure to complain with this warning is a hazard of personal injury. Immediately send it to a Authorized Service Center.
Do not overreach.
CAUTION
Good balance and support lead to better controlling the tool in unexpected situations.
Avoid the tool to unintentionally start.
WARNING
Double-check the tool motor is off before maintenance or putting it away.
Remove brackets before turning on the tool.
DANGER
Additional tools or vices installed in a rotating part could cause severe personal injury.
Service the tool and double-check it is in good working conditions before operating.
CAUTION
Carefully check mobile parts, alignment and assembly.
Do it periodically. Look for any damaged element or part not working properly. Repair immediately in a Authorized Service Center.
Accessories.
CAUTION
Use only accessories or spare parts indicated in this Manual or certified by .
Never leave a running tool unattended.
DANGER
Turn off and disconnect the tool after using. Set it in a safe position to avoid severe injury.
Never smoke in the proximity of fuel.
DANGER
Do not smoke in the proximity of the fueling area or when using the tool.
Do not touch parts with high temperatures.
The surface of the engine and the exhaust reach high temperatures during the operation of the tool..
Service and repair.
Always go to a Authorized Service Center to use identical spare parts and maintain the security of the tool.

Safety Warnings for Using Blower

• Safety is a combination of common sense, alert mind and knowledge about how the tool works.
• CAUTION Read the manual carefully before you start using the tool. Pay close attention to safety rules, alert symbols and danger, warning and attention labels. Also read all the stickers on the tool.

Fuel Handling

• Never smoke where there is fuel present or the filling up area or where the oil mix is prepared or while operating the tool.
• To reduce the risk of fire or burns handle fuel with care. It is extremely flammable.
• Prevent that gasoline or oil make contact with your skin.
• Protect your eyes to prevent gasoline or oil spills. If there is any type of accidental contact rinse immediately with clear water. If there is irritation see your physician.
• Mix and store fuel in a designated container.
• WARNING Mix fuel outdoors away from fire or sparks.
• Before re-fueling the tool stop the turn off the motor, set it on clear ground and wait for the motor to cool down.
  CAUTION
• Before operating the machine clean any amount of fuel that might have dripped onto the tool.
  CAUTION
• Check for fuel leaks. If any, fix the leaks before using the tool to prevent fire, injury or burns.
• Set the tool away at least 30 feet away from the filling up place before starting the motor.
• For no reason at all burn spilled fuel to get rid of it.
• For no reason at all use any fuel different from the one specified in this manual for the tool.

Before Operating the Blower
DANGER

• Never run the tool when tired, sick or under the effects of drugs, alcohol or prescription medicine.
• Wear adequate clothes to operate the tool: tight clothes, thick trousers non-skid safety boots, heavy-duty protecting gloves and safety eyeglasses with side protection under ANSI Z87.1 Standard.

WARNING

• Remove any accessory or loose clothes that could get caught inside the motor. Fix long hair so that it stays at shoulder level.
• Double check the tool is in perfect conditions. Do not start the machine if misadjusted or not fully assembled preventing it to work properly, or if the fuel tank shows leaks or loose screws.
• Make sure the tool is clean, dry and free of oil or fuel.
• Double check the work area is open and well ventilated.
• In extreme weather check, there is no ice or condensation in the tool.
• Make sure visibility and light conditions are adequate to clearly watch the job. Otherwise do not use the tool.

When Operating the Blower

• Make sure the pipes are not pointing towards people or animals before starting the motor.
  WARNING
• Hold the blower correctly and keep both feet firmly supported on the ground.
• Keep your full body away from the muffler. Otherwise it can produce severe burns.
• Keep the tool away from flammable material.
• Do not carry out adjustments to the tool with the motor running.
• Stay alert to any type of hazards. The noise of the tool could prevent you to notice dangerous situations.

After Operating the Blower
CAUTION

• Always carry the tool with the motor off and the muffler away from your body. Before putting it up into a vehicle empty the fuel tank.
  WARNING
• Set the motor off before resting the tool. DO NOT leave the motor running unattended. Allow it to cool down before storing the tool.
  CAUTION
• Service and repairs to the tool shall only be carried out by highly trained staff.

Assembly Recommendations
WARNING

• In the event that some parts are missing do not start the tool until replacing them. Otherwise the user may suffer severe personal injuries.
  WARNING
  
• Do not try to modify the tool or manufacture accessories not recommended for the tool. Otherwise the user may be hurt making the warranty void.
  WARNING
• When gaining access to mobile parts disconnect the spark plug cable in the motor to prevent an accidental start up that causes severe injuries to the user.

Parts

Assembly and Grip

Blower Mode

• Align the nozzle slot (A) with the connection pinion shaft (B).
• Push the nozzle as indicated with the arrows and turn it counterclockwise to lock it into position.
• The machine while in blower mode shall be held by the handle, either right-handed or left-handed.

Vacuum Mode

• To join the vacuuming extensions, align the rear extension slot with the rear extension notch (A).
• Push the extensions following the arrows direction until the pinion shaft in the rear extension is locked in the notch (B).
• Using a screwdriver, loosen the screw in the collapsible flap (C).
• Open the collapsible flap and align the slot in the rear extension (D) with the pinion shaft in the turbine housing.
• Push the extension and turn in a clockwise direction until interlocking into position.
• Align the elbow slot (E) with the connection pinion shaft (F).
• Push the elbow and turn counterclockwise to lock it into position.
• Always hold the handle with your left hand and the auxiliary handle with the right hand while in vacuum mode.

WARNING
Otherwise, your body will be exposed to burns when making contact with the motor exhaust.

Fuel Supply

Fuel Supply

• Follow the safety standards for fuel handling (page 5).
• Clean the surface around the fuel tank cap to avoid contamination.
• Slowly loosen the fuel tank cap.
• Using care to prevent spills, pour the fuel mix into the tank.
  CAUTION Follow the fuel specifications (page 3).
• Immediately set back the fuel tank cap and hand tighten.
• Clean all the spilled fuel.
  CAUTION When the motor is new, smoke emissions are a normal occurrence after being used for the first time .

Start up

Start Up with a Cold Motor

• The blower shall be placed on a flat and clean surface.
• Set the two handle switches (A) in the On position ( I ).
• Press the primer bulb 6 times (B). Fuel shall be visible inside the primer bulb. Otherwise, keep on pressing the primer bulb until fuel can be seen inside the bulb.
• Move the starter choke lever (C) into the “| | Start” position.
• Lightly pull the jack-line (D) until feeling resistance. Pull quickly 3 or 4 times. Usually, the motor will not start in this step.
• Move the starter choke lever into the “| | Run” position. Pull the jack line one more time to start the motor.

Start Up with a Hot Motor

• The blower shall be placed on a flat and clean surface.
• Set the two handle switches (A) in the On position ( I ).
• Set the starter choke into the “| | Run” position.
• Pull the jack-line until the motor starts.

Turning Off

• Press any of the switches into the ( STOP ) position to stop the motor.

Operation

Blower Mode

• Double check your body’s weight is distributed through both feet.
• Keep the nozzle close to the ground.
  WARNING
• Do not point the pipe towards people or animals. Otherwise severe injuries may occur.
• Press the trigger to start the sir coming out through the blowing pipe.
• Using a balancing movement rotate your waist keeping the nozzle close to the ground. Start sweeping leaves or residues.

Vacuum Mode

• Double check your body’s weight is distributed through both feet.
• Set the collecting pouch strap over your left shoulder.
  Do not set it through your chest to be able to quickly remove the machine and the pouch in case of emergency.
• Hold the handle with your left hand and the auxiliary handle with your right hand.
  WARNING
• Do not point the pipe towards people or animals. Otherwise severe injuries may occur.
• Press the trigger to start vacuuming.
• Using a balancing movement rotate your waist keeping the nozzle close to the ground. Start sweeping leaves or residues.
  WARNING
• Do not hold the tool any way different than the one indicated in this instructions manual. Otherwise, your body is exposed to burns when making contact with the motor or muffler while working.

Maintenance

• Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the tool turn the motor off, wait for all the mobile parts to stop, disconnect the spark plug cable and set it away from the spark plug. Otherwise, the operator may suffer severe burns and / or damage the tool.

Air Filter Cleansing

• Adjust the choke lever into the “|| Start” position.
• Remove the air filter cap pressing the lock situated on both sides.
• Using compressed air or a brush, eliminate as much dirt or sawdust as possible, away from the area uncovered when removing the motor housing.
• Remove the air filter.
• Depending on how long the machine is used, you may clean the filter by superficially tapping it lightly against a flat and smooth surface to displace most of the sawdust and dust.
• You may also use compressed air on both sides of the filter to blow away dirt.
• For a more thorough cleansing clean the air filter in soapy water. Rinse and let it dry completely before installing it back into the tool.
• If using compress air to dry it, blow on both sides of the filter.
• Set back the filter. Verify it is flush in place.

General Cleansing

• Using a brush or compressed air, clean and clear the ventilation slots from the starter unit when necessary.
• Likewise, clean periodically the motor cylinder and fan blades to remove debris. Otherwise the motor may get damaged do to overheating.
• Depending on the type of fuel and oil used, or the particular working conditions, the exhaust pipe and muffler orifices may get obstructed with carbon deposits. If the tool shoes some power loss it may be necessary to eliminate those deposits to restore performance. Take the tool to a Authorized Service Center to carry out this type of service.

Debris Collecting Pouch
CAUTION When the debris pouch is full, the suction capacity of the machine decreases considerably. Once the pouch is full, empty the collecting pouch before you continue using the tool.

• Remove the collecting pouch from its connection. Use the steps opposite from assembly.
• Empty the pouch contents and turn the pouch inside-out to clean it using a brush.
• For a more thorough cleansing remove the pouch from the elbow pipe loosening the hook fastener and loop. Clean the pouch using water and mild soap. Let it dry completely before using or storing.

Spark Plug Replacement

• The motor runs with a Champion RCJ-6Y spark plug or Torch L8RTC with 0.025” electrode gap. Replace every year with an identical spark plug.
• Using a spark plug wrench turn left to loosen the worn spark plug. Remove it.
• Insert the new spark plug and tighten by hand. Then, give it half-a-turn using the wrench.
  CAUTION
• Use care not to damage the spark plug thread, otherwise the motor gets seriously damaged.

Muffler and Exhaust Cleansing

• Dependent of type of fuel, amount of oil used and / or conditions, the muffler and exhaust can get clogged with carbon deposits. If the tool shows loss of power, those deposits shall need to be removed to improve performance. Go to a Authorized Service Center to carry out the service.
• The muffler is built with a spark-arrest screen inside the muffler. After long periods of use the screen gets dirty and the muffler needs replacement. Go to a Authorized Service Center to carry out the replacement.

Tool Storage
When the tool is stored one month or longer consider the following:

• Drain the fuel tank contents into a gasoline designated container. All the remaining fuel shall be re-used in other equipment using 2-stroke motors with 50:1 ratio.
• Run the motor until burning the rest of the fuel and it off. This way all residual fuel will be eliminated and will prevent gum deposit build up that damages the fuel system.
• Clean the tool thoroughly.
• Store the unit in a ventilated area, away from corrosive agents such as garden chemical products or de-icing salt. Keep it away from the reach of children.
• Obey all the government regulations concerning fuel handling and management.

Maintenance

Regular Maintenance Table

		Before each use	After each use	Every 25 hours of use	Every 50 hours of use	Every 150 hours of use
Complete machine	Visual inspection (general condition, wear leaks)
	Clean
Handle	Check functioning
Air filter	Clean
	Replace*
Fuel tank filter	Check
	Replace filter*
Fuel tank	Clean
Carburetor	Stable speed while empty
	Carburize*
Spark plug	Adjust gap between electrodes*
	Replace
Exhaust	Substitute*

* Authorized Service Center

Troubleshooting

Problem	Cause	Solution
Motor does not start	• There is no spark. • No fuel. • The motor is flooded. • The jack-line is difficult to pull out when new.	• Check the spark.  Remove the motor cover. Remove the spark plug from the cylinder. Connect the spark plug cable and set it onto the motor cylinder with the metallic side touching the cylinder. Pull the starter and watch the spark in the spark plug electrode. If there is no spark, repeat the test with a new spark plug. • Press the primer bulb until the fuel is visible in the bulb.  If the fuel is not visible, it means that the fuel primary supply system is blocked.  Contact a  Authorized Service Center. If the starter choke is filled with fuel, it means the motor is flooded. • With the switches in the OFF position, remove the spark plug. Set the choke lever in the “| | Run” position and pull the jack-line 15 to 2o times to eliminate the excessive fuel from the motor. Clean the spark plug and set it back. Follow the normal start up procedure (see page 8). If the motor is not starting, set the choke lever in the “| | Start” position and repeat the starting procedure. If the motor is still not starting, repeat the procedure with a new spark plug. • Take the tool to a Authorized Service Center.
The motor starts but does not accelerate.	• The motor need a couple of minutes to warm up.	• Allow the motor to warm up completely.  If there is no throttle after three minutes contact a Authorized Service Center.
The motor starts but runs only at high speed with half a choke.	• Carburetor need adjustment.	• Take the tool to a Authorized Service Center.
The motor does not get to full speed and has too much smokee missions .	• Check the oil / fuel mix. • The air filter is dirty. • The spark arrest screen is dirty.	• Use new fuel and the right oil mix for 2-cycle motors. • Clean the air filter. See page 10. • Take the tool to a Authorized Service Center.
The motor starts, runs and accelerates but there is no idle speed.	• The idle speed screw in the carburetor needs adjustment.	• Turn the idle screw clockwise to increase speed.

Authorized Service Centers

In the event of any problem contacting a Truper Authorized Service Center, please see our webpage www.truper.com to get an updated list, or call our toll-free numbers 800 690-6990 or 800 018-7873 to get information about the nearest Service Center.

Warranty policy

Code	Model	Brand
13047	SOPLA-26T

Warranty. Duration: 1 year. Coverage: parts, components and workmanship against manufacturing or operating defects, except if used under conditions other than normal; when it was not operated in accordance with the instructive; was altered or repaired by personnel not authorized by Truper®. To make the warranty valid, present the product, stamped policy or invoice or receipt or voucher, in the establishment where you bought it or in Corregidora 22, Centro, Cuauhtémoc, CDMX, 06060, where you can also purchase parts, components, consumables and accessories. It includes the costs of transportation of the product that derive from its fulfillment of its service network. . Phone number 800-018-7873. Made in China. Imported by Truper, S.A. de C.V. Parque Industrial 1, Parque Industrial Jilotepec, Jilotepec, Edo. de Méx. C.P. 54257, Phone number 761 782 9100.
Stamp of the business. Delivery date:

1 YEAR
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