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The petrol blower is a reliable and multifunctional device that allows you to clean large areas. Its operation is based on the operation of a gasoline engine.
Gasoline vacuum cleaners have their own advantages and disadvantages. It is advisable to use them for cleaning large areas. The safety instructions are followed when using the device. In everyday life, you can use blowers in other directions.
Scope of use
Garden vacuum cleaners can be used in the following directions:
- for cleaning leaves, branches and other debris in adjoining territories, garden plots, lawns, parks;
- crushing plant residues for further use as mulch or compost (if there is a day function in the device);
- elimination of dust, shavings, sawdust and other contaminants at construction and production sites;
- purging of elements of computer equipment;
- clearing the territory from snow in winter;
- cleaning in hard-to-reach places (under thorny bushes, on alpine hills)
- drying the walls after painting.
Advantages and disadvantages
Gasoline garden blowers-vacuum cleaners have a number of undoubted advantages:
- not tied to a power source;
- are distinguished by high performance;
- allow you to clean large areas.
The disadvantages of gasoline devices are:
- the need to use fuel;
- compliance with security measures;
- the presence of emissions into the environment;
- the use of protective equipment for the organs of hearing and vision;
- increased noise and vibration levels;
- large dimensions and weight.
Modes of operation
Gasoline garden vacuum cleaners operate in the following modes:
- Blowing. The most simple models of gasoline blowers are capable of operating in the injection mode. They allow you to collect leaves and other objects in a common heap through a powerful flow of air.
- Suction. The mode is intended for harvesting foliage suction method. The plant material is collected in a special bag.
- Shredding. Many models provide an additional function, which is to recycle leaves and other plant residues. As a result, the volume of the collected material is reduced, which can later be used for mulching the beds or sheltering the plant for the winter.
To switch the mode, you will need to turn off the blower, remove the nozzle and install the trash bag.
Specifications
When choosing a gasoline blower, you need to focus on the following technical characteristics:
- Air flow rate. This indicator is important when operating in pumping mode. Its average value is 70-80 m / s, which is sufficient for harvesting dry foliage. It is best to choose a device where the flow rate is adjustable. This will allow you to choose the operating mode and simplify cleaning.
- Air flow volume. This indicator characterizes the amount of air that the device takes in suction mode. Average air flow volumes range from 500 to 900 m3/ min. If a blower with lower values is selected, then it can only be used in small areas.
- Vibration level. Gasoline devices are characterized by strong body vibration. During prolonged use, vibrations can cause numbness in the hands.
- Grinding factor. This indicator characterizes how much the volume of waste will change after its processing. Usually it is 10: 1 for shredders.
- The volume of the garbage bag.
The capacity of the bag depends on how often its contents will have to be removed. There are models on sale in which this value ranges from 40 to 80 liters.
A garden vacuum cleaner equipped with a small bag is easier to work with, but you have to clean it much more often. This negatively affects productivity and cleaning speed.
Main varieties
There are the following types of gasoline blowers:
Manual
Manual petrol stations are suitable for processing an area of up to 2 hectares. These are compact models that can be carried by hand. They have low performance and power.
Hand blowers are suitable for small areas. For convenience, they are equipped with a shoulder strap to reduce stress on the user's spine and to facilitate transportation of the device.
Knapsack
Knapsack vacuum cleaners for cleaning allow you to process areas from 2 to 5 hectares. These are devices of increased power used for long and intensive processing. The backpack blowers weigh up to 10 kg.
Wheeled
Wheeled blowers allow you to clean areas of more than 5 hectares - fields, parks and vast lawns. This includes high capacity equipment with a large waste container.
Wheel blowers are best used on level ground. But cleaning hard-to-reach places with their help will be difficult.
Security measures
When working with gas vacuum cleaners, you must follow the safety rules:
- you can work with the device only in good physical condition;
- before the beginning blower operation you need to put on shoes, long pants, gloves, remove jewelry and remove hair;
- a headdress, mask, goggles must be used;
- the air flow must not be directed at children and animals;
- the device is not used indoors;
- it is forbidden to touch heating and moving elements;
- the garden blower is stored and transported only with the motor turned off;
- with prolonged use, you need to take breaks;
- in case of malfunctions, you need to contact the service center.
Special care is required when handling fuel:
- a branded fuel is selected that is suitable for the type of engine, as well as engine oil;
- it is necessary to monitor fuel leaks;
- if gasoline gets on your clothes, you need to remove its traces with soap;
- gasoline is stored in a special container;
- No smoking near fuel and blower.
Rating of the best devices
The rating of gasoline blowers includes the most efficient and powerful devices. This includes handheld and knapsack models.
Husqvarna 125BVx
One of the most popular blowers for cleaning and processing plant waste.
The technical characteristics of the device are as follows:
- power - 0.8 kW;
- engine type - two-stroke;
- tank capacity - 0.5 l;
- engine displacement - 32 cm3;
- the largest volume of air - 798 m3/ h;
- weight - 4.35 kg;
- the degree of mulching is 16: 1.
The model has a Smart Start system, which simplifies the starting process. Special shredder knives allow you to process cut grass and leaves. All controls are in one place. The air supply pipe is adjustable in length.
Stihl SH 86
Garden vacuum cleaner for collecting leaves, working in three main modes: blowing, suction and processing. The device differs in the following indicators:
- power - 0.8 kW;
- engine type - two-stroke;
- engine displacement - 27.2 cm3;
- the largest volume of air - 770 m3/ h;
- weight - 5.7 kg.
Garden equipment blowers Stihl SH 86 includes a blower tube, round and flat nozzle, dustbin. The device is easy to operate; to stop the air supply, just press the pause button.
The presence of a damper reduces the harmful effects on joints, which manifests itself in the form of jolts during startup. Due to catalysts, emissions into the environment are reduced. For long-term operation, the device can be hung on the shoulder strap.
Echo ES-250ES
Multifunctional leaf blowerworking in two modes: suction / blowing and grinding. The translucent tank allows tracking the volume of fuel.
The features of the Echo ES-250ES blower are as follows:
- power - 0.72 kW;
- engine type - two-stroke;
- tank capacity - 0.5 l;
- engine displacement - 25.4 cm3;
- air volume - 522 m3/ h;
- the highest air speed - 67.5 m / s;
- weight - 5.7 kg.
The complete set of the device includes a suction pipe and a grass catcher when working in a chopper mode. The comfortable grip makes it easy to use and carry.
Ryobi RBV26BP
The Ryobi gasoline blower is used to remove debris from large areas, including urban areas. The model works only in blowing mode and does not have a waste bin.
The characteristics of the device are as follows:
- power - 0.65 kW;
- engine type - two-stroke;
- tank capacity - 0.25 l;
- engine displacement - 26 cm3;
- air volume - 720 m3/ h;
- the highest air speed - 80.56 m / s;
- weight - 4.5 kg.
The knapsack harness provides a comfortable long-term work with the device. The blower control system is located on the handle. Fuel consumption is controlled using a translucent tank.
Solo 467
A knapsack type garden blower that is used to clean up debris in urban areas. The device operates on a mixture of oil and fuel in blowing mode.
The Solo 467's technical features include:
- engine type - two-stroke;
- tank volume - 1.9 l;
- engine displacement - 66.5 cm3;
- air volume - 1400 m3/ h;
- the highest air speed - 135 m / s;
- weight - 9.2 kg.
The ergonomic engine reduces fuel consumption and emissions. The blower can be converted into a spray gun. Convenience of carrying is provided by a harness.
Conclusion
A gas blower is a device capable of generating air currents, working on the principle of a vacuum cleaner and recycling vegetable waste. When choosing such equipment, its technical characteristics are taken into account: flow rate and volume, mulching coefficient, vibration level.
The advantage of gasoline devices is autonomous operation and high performance. To compensate for their shortcomings (high noise levels, exhaust emissions, vibrations), manufacturers are introducing more advanced systems to reduce the harmful effects on humans.