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A gasoline 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 advantages and disadvantages. It is advisable to use them for cleaning large areas. When using the device, safety regulations are observed. In everyday life, you can use leaf blowers in other ways.
Scope of use
Garden vacuum cleaners can be used in the following areas:
- for cleaning leaves, branches and other debris in local areas, garden plots, lawns, parks;
- grinding plant residues for further use as mulch or compost (if the device has a day function);
- elimination of dust, shavings, sawdust and other contaminants at construction and production sites;
- purging of computer equipment elements;
- clearing the area of 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 leaf blowers and vacuum cleaners have a number of undoubted advantages:
- not tied to a power source;
- are characterized by high productivity;
- Allows you to clean large areas.
The disadvantages of gasoline devices are:
- the need to use fuel;
- compliance with safety measures;
- presence of emissions into the environment;
- use of hearing and vision protection;
- increased noise and vibration levels;
- large dimensions and weight.
Operating modes
Gasoline garden vacuum cleaners operate in the following modes:
- Airflow The simplest models of gasoline blowers can operate in the pressure mode. They allow you to collect leaves and other objects into a common pile using a powerful air flow.
- Suction. The mode is intended for leaf cleaning by suction method. Plant material is collected in a special bag.
- Grinding. Many models provide an additional function, which is the processing of leaves and other plant debris. As a result, the volume of collected material is reduced, which can later be used to mulch beds or cover plants for the winter.
To switch the mode, you will need to turn off the blower, remove the nozzle and install a garbage bag.
Specifications
When choosing a gasoline blower, you need to focus on the following technical characteristics:
- Air flow speed. This indicator is important when operating in injection mode. Its average value is 70-80 m/s, which is enough for harvesting dry leaves. 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 in suction mode. Average air flow volumes range from 500 to 900 m3/min. If a blower with lower values is selected, it can only be used in small areas.
- Vibration level. Petrol devices are characterized by strong body vibration. Vibrations may cause numbness in the hands during prolonged use.
- Reduction ratio. This indicator characterizes how much the volume of waste will change after it is processed. Typically it is 10:1 for shredders.
- Volume of the garbage bag.
The capacity of the bag determines how often you will have to remove its contents. There are models on sale in which this value ranges from 40 to 80 liters.
A garden vacuum equipped with a small bag is easier to work with, but requires much more frequent cleaning. This negatively affects productivity and cleaning speed.
Main varieties
There are the following types of gasoline leaf blowers:
Manual
Manual petrol devices are suitable for processing areas up to 2 hectares. These are compact models that can be carried by hand. They have low productivity and power.
Hand-held leaf blowers are suitable for small areas. For convenience, they are equipped with a shoulder strap to reduce the load on the user’s spine and simplify transportation of the device.
Backpack
Backpack vacuum cleaners for cleaning allow you to cover areas from 2 to 5 hectares. These are high-power devices used for long and intensive processing.Backpack blowers weigh up to 10 kg.
Wheeled
Wheel-type blowers allow you to clean areas of more than 5 hectares - fields, parks and large lawns. This includes high-power 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-powered vacuum cleaners, you must follow the following safety rules:
- You can only operate the device if you are in good physical condition;
- before the beginning blower operation you need to put on boots, long trousers, gloves, remove jewelry and remove hair;
- a hat, mask, and safety glasses must be used;
- The air flow must not be directed towards children and animals;
- the device is not used indoors;
- It is prohibited to touch heating and moving elements;
- the garden blower should only be stored and transported with the motor turned off;
- during long-term use, you need to take breaks;
- If malfunctions occur, you must contact the service center.
Particular care is required when handling fuel:
- a branded fuel suitable for the engine type is selected, as well as engine oil;
- it is necessary to monitor fuel leaks;
- if gasoline gets on your clothes, remove traces of it with soap;
- gasoline is stored in a special container;
- Smoking is prohibited near fuel and blower.
Rating of the best devices
The rating of gasoline blowers includes the most productive and powerful devices. This includes hand-held and backpack-type models.
Husqvarna 125BVx
One of the most popular blowers designed 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 capacity – 32 cm3;
- largest air volume – 798 m3/h;
- weight – 4.35 kg;
- mulching degree – 16:1.
The model has a Smart Start system, which simplifies the starting process. Special chopper blades 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, operating in three main modes: blowing, suction and recycling. The device has the following characteristics:
- power – 0.8 kW;
- engine type – two-stroke;
- engine volume – 27.2 cm3;
- largest air volume – 770 m3/h;
- weight – 5.7 kg.
Garden equipment Stihl blowers SH 86 includes a blower pipe, a round and flat nozzle, and a waste container. The device is easy to control; to stop the air supply, just press pause.
The presence of a damper reduces the harmful effects on the joints, which manifests itself in the form of jolts when starting. 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 blower, operating in two modes: suction/blowing and grinding. The translucent tank allows you to monitor the fuel volume.
The features of the Echo ES-250ES leaf blower are as follows:
- power – 0.72 kW;
- engine type – two-stroke;
- tank capacity – 0.5 l;
- engine volume – 25.4 cm3;
- air volume – 522 m3/h;
- highest air speed – 67.5 m/s;
- weight – 5.7 kg.
The device is equipped with a suction pipe and a grass catcher when operating in chopper mode. The comfortable handle makes it easy to use and transport.
Ryobi RBV26BP
The Ryobi petrol leaf blower is used to remove debris from large areas, including within the city. The model operates only in blowing mode and does not have a garbage bin.
The characteristics of the device are as follows:
- power – 0.65 kW;
- engine type – two-stroke;
- tank capacity – 0.25 l;
- engine volume – 26 cm3;
- air volume – 720 m3/h;
- highest air speed – 80.56 m/s;
- weight – 4.5 kg.
The backpack suspension system ensures 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 backpack type garden blower that is used for clearing debris in urban areas. The device operates on a mixture of oil and fuel in blowing mode.
Technical features of the Solo 467 include:
- engine type – two-stroke;
- tank volume – 1.9 l;
- engine capacity – 66.5 cm3;
- air volume – 1400 m3/h;
- 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 sprayer. Convenience of carrying is provided by the belt equipment.
Conclusion
A gasoline blower is a device capable of generating air flows, operating like a vacuum cleaner, and processing plant debris.When choosing such equipment, its technical characteristics are taken into account: flow speed 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, emissions, vibrations), manufacturers are introducing more advanced systems to reduce the harmful effects on humans.
