16OPERATION
INTENDED USE: This machine is designed for vacuuming leaves, grass clippings and other types of organic litter. Debris mixed with cans, bottles and small amounts of sand can be vacuumed; however, it is not this machine's primary purpose. Vacuuming cans, bottles and sand will affect the longevity of your machine.
Do not operate if excessive vibration occurs. If excessive vibration occurs, shut engine off immediately and check for damaged or worn impeller, loose impeller bolt, loose impeller key, loose engine or lodged foreign objects. Note: See parts list for proper impeller bolt torque specifications. (See trouble shooting section on page 12).
Like all mechanical tools, reasonable care must be used when operating machine.
Inspect machine work area and machine before operat- ing. Make sure that all operators of this equipment are trained in general machine use and safety.
PUT OIL IN ENGINE BEFORE STARTING.
16.1STARTING
ENGINE: See engine manufacturer’s instructions for type and amount of oil and gasoline used. Engine must be level when checking and filling oil and gasoline.
ENGINE SPEED: Controlled by throttle lever on the handle. Under normal conditions, operate at minimum throttle to accomplish your current cleaning task.
FUEL VALVE: Move fuel valve to "ON" position (when provided on engine).
CHOKE: Located at lower rear area of carburetor bowl. Choke engine before starting when engine is cold.
PRIMER: Push primer per engine instructions.
THROTTLE: Move remote throttle control to fast position. Pull starting rope to start engine.
IF YOUR UNIT FAILS TO START:
See Troubleshooting on page 12.
16.2VACUUMING OPERATION
VACUUM NOZZLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT: Is adjusted by unlocking wing nut (item 13) and turning caster knob. Turning the knob clockwise increases height. Be sure the nozzle height is level (left to right) before tightening caster wing nuts.
Adjust nozzle height according to surface conditions and debris size; For vacuuming on flat surfaces, set nozzle 1/2" (12.7 mm) to 5/8" (15.8 mm) above ground; Higher for uneven terrain and turf.
FOR MAXIMUM PICKUP: Adjust nozzle close to debris,
but without blocking airflow into the nozzle. NOTE: Never bury nozzle into debris.
CLEARING A CLOGGED NOZZLE
& EXHAUST: Turn engine off and wait for impeller to stop completely and disconnect spark plug wire. Wearing durable gloves, remove clog. Danger, the clog may contain sharp materials. Reconnect spark plug wire.
NOZZLE GOBBLER DOOR.
Large debris can be vacuumed without readjusting nozzle height by temporarily opening the remote Nozzle Gobbler Door. For maximum pickup of small debris, the gobbler door must be down, flush with front face of nozzle.
OPTIONAL HOSE KIT (see page 1).
16.3DEBRIS BAG
Debris bags are normal replaceable wear items.
Note: Frequently empty debris to prevent bag overloading with more weight than you can lift.
An optional bag and dust cover is available for use where debris will be vacuumed in dusty conditions (see Optional Accessories shown on page 1.)
DO NOT place bag on or near hot surface, such as engine. Run engine at 1/2 throttle for first 1/2 hour to condition new bag. Your new bag requires a
Be sure engine has come to a complete stop before removing or emptying bag.
This vacuum is designed for picking up trash, organic material and other similar debris (see Safety Warnings page
•Run machine at idle to quarter throttle.
•The debris bag must be cleaned more frequently. A vacuum with a clean, pillow soft bag will have good pickup performance. One with a dirty, tight bag will have poor pickup performance. If dirty, empty debris and vigorously shake bag free of dust.
•Machine or
Having one or more spare debris bags is a good way to reduce down time while dirty bags are being cleaned.
• DO NOT leave debris in bag while in storage.
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