Blower

Model RB 24EAP / RB 24EA

RB 24EA (S)
Handling instructions

RB24EAP

Note:
Before using this machine, carefully read through these HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS
to ensure ecient, safe operation. It is recommended that these INSTRUCTIONS be
kept readily available as an important reference when using this machine.

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 MEANINGS OF SYMBOLS
NOTE: Some units do not carry them.

Symbols
WARNING
The following show symbols used for the machine. Be sure that you understand their meaning before use.

It is important that you read, fully WARNING DANGER

understand and observe the following Hot surfaces; The muer and
safety precautions and warnings. surrounding cover may become
Careless or improper use of the unit may extremely hot. Always keep clear of
cause serious or fatal injury. exhaust and muer area, otherwise
serious personal injury may occur.

Keep all children, bystanders and

Read, understand and follow all warnings
helpers 15 m away from the unit. If
and instructions in this manual and on
anyone approaches you, stop the
the unit.
engine immediately.

Always wear eye, head and ear protectors

Use anti-slip and sturdy footwear.
when using this unit.

WARNING DANGER
Keep hands o from rotating fan.

Contents
WHAT IS WHAT .................................................................................2 ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES..............................................................4
WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...................................3 OPERATING PROCEDURES ............................................................4
SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................4 MAINTENANCE .................................................................................5

WHAT IS WHAT
Since this manual covers several models, there may be some
dierence between pictures and your unit. Use the instructions that
2
apply to your unit.
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1. Fuel cap 10
2. Throttle trigger 11
6
3. Starter handle
4. Fuel tank
5. Carburetor
6. Air cleaner
7. Handle 5
14 9
8. Suspension eyelet 7
9. Ignition switch 16 8
10. Straight pipe 15
11. Conic pipe
12. Guard net 1
4 3
13. Spark plug
14. Chock knob
15. Priming bulb
16. Recoil starter
17 18
17. Combi box spanner
18. Handling instructions

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 Blowing safety
WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Operate unit/machine only at reasonable hours not
early in the morning or late at night when people might be
Operator safety
disturbed. Comply with times listed in local ordinances. Usual
A dust filter mask should be worn during operation.
recommendations are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through
Always wear a safety face shield or goggles.
Saturday.
Always wear heavy, long pants, boots and gloves. Do not wear
Never direct discharge of air toward bystanders nor allow
loose clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals or go barefoot.
anyone near the area of operation. Use care in directing
Secure hair so it is above shoulder length.
discharge to avoid glass enclosures, automobiles, etc.
Do not operate this tool when you are tired, ill or under the
Stay alert for uneven sidewalks, holes in terrain or other
influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
unstable condition when using the tool.
Never let a child or inexperienced person operate the machine.
Take all possible precautions when leaving the tool unattended
Wear hearing protection. Pay attention to your surroundings.
such as stopping the engine.
Be aware of any bystanders who may be signaling a problem.
Never operate the tool without guards, blow pipes or other
Remove safety equipment immediately upon shutting o
protective device in place. (If so equipped.)
engine.
Keep others including children, animals, bystanders and
Wear head protection.
helpers outside the 15 m hazard zone. Stop the engine
Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or building.
immediately if you are approached.
Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
Always keep the engine on the right side of your body.
Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-reach.
Keep hands away from moving part or heated area.
Keep all parts of your body away from the muer.
Do not grab or hold the unit by the blow pipe.
Always carry a first-aid kit when operating any power
When the unit is turned o make sure the engine has stopped
equipment.
before the unit is set down.
Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or building
When operation is prolonged, take a break from time to time
and/or near inflammable liquids. Breathing exhaust fumes can
so that you may avoid possible Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome
kill.
(HAVS) which is caused by vibration.
Maintenance safety
WARNING
Maintain the unit/machine according to recommended
Antivibration systems do not guarantee that you will not sustain
procedures.
Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome or carpal tunnel syndrome.
Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance
Therefore, continual and regular users should monitor closely
except for carburetor adjustments.
the condition of their hands and fingers. If any symptoms of the
Keep others away when making carburetor adjustments.
above appear, seek medical advice immediately.
Use only genuine Hitachi replacement parts as recommended
If you are using any medical electric/electronic devices such
by the manufacturer.
as a pacemaker, consult your physician as well as the device
manufacturer prior to operating any power equipment. CAUTION
Do not disassemble the recoil starter. You may get a possibility
Unit/machine safety
of personal injury with recoil spring.
Inspect the entire unit/machine before each use. Replace
damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks and make sure all Transport and storage
fasteners are in place and securely tightened. Carry the unit/machine by hand with the engine stopped and
Replace parts that are cracked, chipped or damaged in any the muer away from your body.
way before using the unit/machine. Allow the engine to cool, empty the fuel tank, and secure the
Make sure the safety guard is properly attached. unit/machine before storing or transporting in a vehicle.
Keep others away when making carburetor adjustments. Empty the fuel tank before storing the unit/machine. It is
Use only accessories as recommended for this unit/machine by recommended that the fuel be emptied after each use. If fuel is
the manufacturer. left in the tank, store so fuel will not leak.
Store unit/machine out of the reach of children.
WARNING
Clean and maintain the unit carefully and store it in a dry place.
Never modify the unit/machine in any way. Do not use your unit/
Make sure engine switch is o when transporting or storing.
machine for any job except that for which it is intended.
Fuel safety If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, take care
Fuel contains highly flammable and it is possible to get the and use common sense. Contact your Hitachi Authorized Service
serious personal injury when inhaling or spilling on your body. Centers if you need assistance. Pay special attention to statements
Always pay attention when handling fuel. Always have good preceded by the following words:
ventilation when handling fuel inside building.
WARNING
Mix and pour fuel outdoors and where there are no sparks or
Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or loss of
flames.
life, if instructions are not followed.
Use a container approved for fuel.
Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the unit/machine or CAUTION
while using the unit/machine. Indicates a possibility of personal injury or equipment damage,
Wipe up all fuel spills before starting engine. if instructions are not followed.
Move at least 3 m away from fueling site before starting engine.
Stop engine before removing fuel cap. NOTE
Empty the fuel tank before storing the unit/machine. It is Helpful information for correct function and use.
recommended that the fuel be emptied after each use. If fuel is
left in the tank, store so fuel will not leak.
Store unit/machine and fuel in area where fuel vapors cannot
reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
WARNING
Fuel is easy to ignite or get explosion or inhale fumes, so that
pay special attention when handling or filling fuel.

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 SPECIFICATIONS

RB24EAP / RB24EA
MODEL
RB24EA (S)

Engine Size (ml) 23.9

5
Spark Plug NGK BMR7A 6 4
1
Dry weight (kg) 3.9 Fig. 2

Fuel tank capacity (l) 0.52 OPERATING PROCEDURES

Fuel (Fig. 3)
Sound pressure level By ANSI 69*2
LpA (dB (A)) By CEN 87*1
by ISO22868

Uncertainty (dB (A)) 1.8*1

Sound power level

Lw measured (dB (A))
by ISO22868 107*1

Sound power level LwA (dB (A))

by 2000/14/EC 109*1 Fig. 3
WARNING
Vibration level (m/s2) The unit/machine is equipped with a two-stroke engine. Always
by ISO22867 12 run the engine on fuel, which is mixed with oil.
Provide good ventilation, when fueling or handling fuel.
Uncertainty (m/s ) 2
1.0 Fuel contains highly flammable and it is possible to get the
serious personal injury when inhaling or spilling on your body.
*1: Equivalent noise level/vibration level are calculated as the Always pay attention when handling fuel. Always have good
time-weighted energy total for noise/vibration levels under ventilation when handling fuel inside building.
various working conditions with the following time distribution:
1/7 Idle, 6/7 racing. Fuel
*2: ANSI B175.2 Always use branded 89 octane unleaded gasoline.
* All data subject to change without notice. Use genuine two-cycle oil or use a mix between 25:1 to 50:1,
please consult the oil bottle for the ratio or Hitachi Authorized
Service Centers.
ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES If genuine oil is not available, use an anti-oxidant added quality
Blow pipes to main body (Fig. 1) oil expressly labeled for air-cooled 2-cycle engine use (JASO
Inspect the main body and accessories. FC GRADE OIL or ISO EGC GRADE). Do not use BIA or TCW
Connect straight pipe (1) securely. Align projection (2) in straight (2-stroke water-cooling type) mixed oil.
pipe with groove (3) on blower housing and slide the pipe into the Never use for four-stroke engine oil or waste oil.
blower housing. Always mix fuel and oil in a separate clean container.
Rotate the pipe clockwise to lock it into place. Always start by filing half the amount of fuel, which is to be used.
Then add the whole amount of oil. Mix (shake) the fuel mixture. Add
the remaining amount of fuel.
Mix (shake) the fuel-mix thoroughly before filling the fuel tank.
Fueling
WARNING
Always shut o the engine and let it cool for a few minutes
before refueling.
Slowly open the fuel tank, when filling up with fuel, so that
3 possible over-pressure disappears.
2 Tighten the fuel cap carefully, after fueling.
1 Always move the unit at least 3 m from the fueling area before
Fig. 1 starting.
Do not smoke and/or allow flames or sparks near fuel when
Conic pipe to straight pipe (Fig. 2) handling or filling fuel.
Align groove (5) on the conic pipe (6) and projection (4) on Always wash any spilled fuel from clothing immediately with
straight pipe (1) and rotate the conic pipe in place. soap.
Be sure to check for any fuel leakage after refueling.
Before fueling, clean the tank cap area carefully, to ensure that
no dirt falls into the tank. Make sure that the fuel is well mixed by
shaking the container, before fueling.

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 Starting Do not allow the rope to snap back in and always hold the unit
firmly.
CAUTION
Do not start if the pipe and guard net is obstructed. NOTE
1. Check the switch (7) to ON position. (Fig. 4) If engine does not start, repeat procedures from 2 to 4.
7 5. After starting engine, allow the engine about 23 minutes to
warm up before subjecting it to any load.
* If the engine stops and is hard to restart straightaway, allow it
to cool before trying again.
Operating blower (Fig. 8)
A low speed should be used to blow leaves and dry grass.
A medium speed should be used to clean wet leaves and grass.
A high speed should be used when moving gravel, dirt or other
heavy materials.

Fig. 4
* Push priming bulb (8) several times so that fuel flows through
the bulb or return pipe (9). (Fig. 5)

8
Fig. 8
WARNING
Do not direct discharge of air toward people or pet.
The unit should be operated in a well ventilated area.
9 Never perform assembly or disassembly procedures with
engine running or serious personal injury may result.
Never touch muer, spark plug, or other metallic parts while
Fig. 5
engine is in running or immediately after shutting o engine.
2. Set choke lever to CLOSED position. (Fig. 6)
CAUTION
This blower has been designed and adjusted to be used with all
blowing pipes attached. It must never be operated without the
straight pipe, and conic pipe.
Stopping (Fig. 9)
Decrease engine speed and run at an idle for a few minutes, then
turn o ignition switch.
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Fig. 6
3. Pull recoil starter briskly, taking care to keep the handle in your
grasp and not allowing it to snap back. (Fig. 7)

Fig. 9

MAINTENANCE
Fig. 7
MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR OF THE EMISSION
4. When you hear the engine want to start, return choke lever to CONTROL DEVICES AND SYSTEMS MAY BE PERFORMED
RUN position (open). Then pull recoil starter briskly again. BY ANY NON-ROAD ENGINE REPAIR ESTABLISHMENT OR
INDIVIDUAL.
WARNING
Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or building
and/or near the inflammable liquid. Breathing exhaust fumes
can kill.
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 Carburetor adjustment (Fig. 10)
In the carburetor, fuel is mixed with air. When the engine is test
run at the factory, the carburetor is basically adjusted. A further
adjustment may be required, according to climate and altitude. The
carburetor has one adjustment possibility:
T = Idle speed adjustment screw.
Idle speed adjustment (T)
Check that the air filter is clean. If adjustment is required, turn
IDLE speed Adjustment Screw (T) close (clockwise) to increase
engine speed, open (counterclockwise) to decrease engine speed.
Standard Idle rpm is 2800-3200rpm. Fig. 12
Spark plug (Fig. 13)
The spark plug condition is influenced by:
An incorrect carburetor setting
Wrong fuel mixture (too much oil in the gasoline)
A dirty air filter
Hard running conditions (such as cold weather)
These factors cause deposits on the spark plug electrodes, which
T may result in malfunction and starting diculties. If the engine
is low on power, dicult to start or runs poorly at idling speed,
always check the spark plug first. If the spark plug is dirty, clean it
and check the electrode gap. Re-adjust if necessary. The correct
gap is 0.6 mm. The spark plug should be replaced after about 100
Fig. 10 operation hours or earlier if the electrodes are badly eroded.
RECOMMENDATION
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT NEEDS THE SKILL OF
EXPERIENCED OR WELL TRAINED PEOPLE, OR IS
RECOMMENDED TO TAKE THE UNIT TO HITACHI AUTHORIZED
SERVICE CENTERS.
Air filter (Fig. 11)
The air filter must be cleaned from dust and dirt in order to avoid:
Carburetor malfunctions
Starting problems
0.6 mm
Engine power reduction
Unnecessary wear on the engine parts
Abnormal fuel consumption
Fig. 13
Remove the air cleaner cover by pushing and pulling back the tab
NOTE
on the top.
In some areas, local law requires using a resistor spark plug
Clean the air filter daily or more often if working in exceptionally
to suppress ignition signals. If this machine was originally
dusty areas.
equipped with resistor spark plug, use same type of spark plug
for replacement.
Maintenance schedule
Below you will find some general maintenance instructions. For
further information please contact your Hitachi Authorized Service
Centers.
Daily maintenance
Clean the exterior of the unit.
Check the dust cover for damage or cracks. Change the cover
in case of impacts or cracks.
Check that nuts and screws are suciently tightened.
Weekly maintenance
Check the starter, especially the cord.
Fig. 11
Clean the exterior of the spark plug.
Cleaning the air filter Remove the spark plug and check the electrode gap. Adjust it
Open the air filter cover and the filter. Rinse it in warm soap suds. to 0.6 mm, or change the spark plug.
Check that the filter is dry before reassembly. An air filter that has Clean the air filter.
been used for some time cannot be cleaned completely. Therefore,
Monthly maintenance
it must regularly be replaced with a new one. A damaged filter must
Rinse the fuel tank with gasoline, and clean fuel filter.
always be replaced.
Clean the exterior of the carburetor and the space around it.
Fuel filter (Fig. 12)
Quarterly maintenance
Drain all fuel from fuel tank and pull fuel filter line from tank. Pull
Clean the cooling fins on the cylinder.
filter element out of holder assembly and rinse element in warm
Clean the fan and the space around it.
water with detergent.
Clean the muer of carbon.
Rinse thoroughly until all traces of detergent are eliminated.
Squeeze, do not wring, away excess water and allow element to air CAUTION
dry. Cleaning of cylinder fins, fan and muer shall be done by a
Hitachi Authorized Service Center.
NOTE
If element is hard due to excessive dirt buildup, replace it. NOTE
When ordering the parts to your nearest dealer, please use
the item No. showing on the parts breakdown section in this
instruction.
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RB24EA / RB24EA (S)
24 93 95
16
1 94
3 17
2 96
92
18
4 9 91
6 8 25
39 5 7
26
19
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21 B
10
7 29 97A
11 22
43 98
40 30
9 118
12
23
11 A
107 99
101
41 44 47 13 100
48 14
45
15

46
42 102
31A 108 103
47
B 106
52 32A 104
105

57 33
55
A
56 58

55
54
64 34
63 35
59
10 62 36
119
52 53 37
38
61
51 96
50 60 111
49
64 116
66
75
74
73 109
67 115
72 113
71 112
110 114
65 70
69 501
68
66

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ITEM ITEM
Code No. Q'TY REMARKS Code No. Q'TY REMARKS
NO. NO.
1 6698384 2 M665 61 6684675 1
2 949432 2 M6 62 6693168 1
3 6698376 1 63 6693227 1
4 6698374 1 64 1
5 6698362 1 65 6696471 1
6 6684584 1 BMR7A 66 6698398 4 M416
7 6698365 2 67 6684672 1 "68-75" (S) TYPE
8 6698363 1 68 6684679 1 (S) TYPE
9 6698385 4 M412 69 6684678 1 (S) TYPE
10 6698386 8 M518 70 6684677 1 (S) TYPE
11 6684865 2 71 6684676 1 (S) TYPE
12 6698372 1 72 6684675 1 (S) TYPE
13 6698387 1 73 6684673 1 (S) TYPE
14 6698405 1 74 6684674 1 3.5860 (S) TYPE
15 6698373 1 WYC-27 "16-30" 75 6684680 1 (S) TYPE
16 1 76 6684681 1 (S) TYPE
17 6696830 1 91 6698399 1
18 6684696 1 92 6698391 1
19 6684692 1 93 6698400 1
20 6684693 1 94 6685364 1
21 6691242 1 95 6698390 1
22 6685222 1 96 302089 17 D520
23 6691312 4 97A 6698716 1
24 6696829 2 M312 98 6698401 1
25 6684695 1 99 6696970 1
26 6697090 1 #36 100 6684625 1
27 6691234 1 101 6698402 1 "100"
28 6696828 1 102 6698377 1
29 6685220 1 103 6698511 2 L 17.8
30 6684690 1 104 6684620 1
31A 6698844 2 M5 105 6696949 1
32A 6698720 1 106 6698512 1 L23.8
33 307224 2 M560 107 6698394 1
34 6696832 1 108 6698393 1
35 6685139 1 109 1
36 6690347 1 110 6698381 1
37 6696831 1 111 6698383 1
38 6696549 1 "34-37" 112 6698395 1 M8
39 6696566 2 L325 113 6684924 1 8.130
40 6696833 1 114 6698378 1
41 6698397 1 "40" 115 6698380 1
42 6698388 2 M418 116 1
43 6698364 1 118 6685308 1
44 6698366 1 119 6698844 3 M5
45 6698404 1 501 6698403 1 13/19MM
46 6698368 1
47 6684590 2
48 6684591 1
49 6698367 1
50 323212 1 M8
51 6698396 1
52 6684607 2 TB 12227
53 6698370 1 "52, 55"
54 6698371 1
55 6684608 2 6001 C3
56 6696533 1
57 6696947 2 412
58 6698369 1 "52, 55, 57"
59 6696572 1 "60-63"
60 6693633 1

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RB24EAP
24 93 95
16
1 94
3 17
2 96
92
18
4 9 91
6 8 25
39 5 7
26
19
27
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21 B
10
7 29 97A
11 22
44 98
9 30
40 12 120
23
11 A
107 99
101
45 48 13 100
42 49 14
46
15

47
43 102
31A 108 103
48
B 106
53 32A 104
105

58 33
56
A
57 59

56
55

34
35
10 67 36
121
53 54 66
60 37
65 38
52 96
51 111
63
50
117
61

109 118
114
119
73 112
110 113
501

72

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 RB24EAP
ITEM ITEM
Code No. Q'TY REMARKS Code No. Q'TY REMARKS
NO. NO.
1 6698384 2 M665 61 6693633 1
2 949432 2 M6 63 6684675 1
3 6698375 1 65 6693168 1
4 6698374 1 66 6693227 1
5 6698362 1 67 1
6 6684584 1 BMR7A 72 6696471 1 "68-71"
7 6698365 2 73 6698398 4 M416
8 6698363 1 91 6698399 1
9 6698385 4 M412 92 6698391 1
10 6698386 8 M518 93 6698400 1
11 6684865 2 94 6685364 1
12 6698372 1 95 6698390 1
13 6698387 1 96 302089 17 D520
14 6698405 1 97A 6698716 1
15 6698373 1 WYC-27 "16-30" 98 6698401 1
16 1 99 6696970 1
17 6696830 1 100 1
18 6684696 1 101 6698402 1 "100"
19 6684692 1 102 6698377 1
20 6684693 1 103 6698511 2 L 17.8
21 6691242 1 104 6684620 1
22 6685222 1 105 6696949 1
23 6691312 4 106 6698512 1 L23.8
24 6696829 2 M312 107 6698394 1
25 6684695 1 108 6698393 1
26 6697090 1 #36 109 1
27 6691234 1 110 6698381 1
28 6696828 1 111 6698383 1
29 6685220 1 112 6698395 1 M8
30 6684690 1 113 6698378 1
31A 6698844 2 M5 114 6698380 1
32A 6698720 1 117 1
33 307224 2 M560 118 1
34 6696832 1 119 6684924 1 8.130
35 6685139 1 120 6685308 1
36 6690347 1 121 6698844 3 M5
37 6696831 1 501 6698403 1 13/19MM
38 6696549 1 "34-37"
39 6696566 2 L325
40 6696833 1
42 6698397 1 "40"
43 6698388 2 M418
44 6698364 1
45 6698366 1
46 6698404 1
47 6698368 1
48 6684590 2
49 6684591 1
50 6698367 1
51 323212 1 M8
52 6698396 1
53 6684607 2 TB 12227
54 6698370 1 "53, 56"
55 6698371 1
56 6684608 2 6001 C3
57 6696533 1
58 6696947 2 412
59 6698369 1 "53, 56, 58"
60 6696572 1 "61-66"

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 Shinagawa Intercity Tower A, 15-1, Konan 2-chome,
Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan

207
Code No. E99007011 NA
Printed in Japan

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