Craftsman 987.799601 manual Operation, Know Your CHIPPERiVAC

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OPERATION

KNOW YOUR CHIPPERiVAC

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR CHIPPERNACo Figure 17 identifies the following key features and controls on your machine:

(A)COLLECTION BAG: Used to collect material resulting from vacuuming or chipping operation,

(B)ENGINE CONTROL LEVER: Used to control the speed of the engine

(C)ENGINE PRIMER: Provides additional fuel from the

carburetor to the cylinder for use when starting a cold engine,,

(D)AIR CLEANER: Filters dirt which could damage engine parts,

(E)CHIPPER CHUTE: Used to process small branches.

(F)FUELTANK: Stores engine fuel

(G)RECOIL STARTER ROPE: Used to start the engine_

(H)BLOWER DEFLECTOR: Directs air flow when machine is used in blower configuration.

(I)SAFETY INTERLOCK ROD: Part of the safety interlock system which stops the engine if either the collection bag or blower deflector is not installed.

(J)VACUUM HOSE (OPTIONAL): Used for remote vacuuming

(K)BAFFLE PLATE: Used with optional vacuum hose°

(L)VACUUM INLET CAP: Covers vacuum hose inlet when machine is used for walk-behind vacuming or chipping,

(M)SPARK PLUG: Provides spark for engine ignition

(N)VACUUM HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER: Allows adjustment of the space between the bottom of the machine and the ground,

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Figure 17: Features and Controls,

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Contents SEA/ S Preparation Safety RulesTraining Operation Safety Decals Maintenance and StorageMaintenance Agreement Limited ONE Year WarrantyProduct Specifications Customer ResponsibilitiesTable of Contents Vacuum Hose Engine AccessoriesAttachments Unfold the Handlebars see Figure AssemblyCheck ALL Nuts and Bolts for TightnessAssembly Configurations AssemblyRemove or Install Shredder Screen Assembly for WALK-BEHIND Vacuuming or Using the ChipperTo Install Shredder Screen To Remove Shredder ScreenInstall Vacuum Inlet CAP Install Collection BAGAdjust the Vacuum Inlet Height Adjust Handlebars Assembly for Blower OperationInstalled Adjust the Vacuum Inlet HeightRemove the Shredder Screen Install Blower DeflectorInstall Vacuum Inlet CAP Remove Blower Deflector if Installed Assembly for Optional Vacuum Hose Operation Move Handlebars to Vacuuming Position Handlebars in VacuumCAUTiOR Install Collection BAGInstall Hose Install Baffle PlateBaffle Plate Removal Remove Vacuum Inlet CAPKnow Your CHIPPERiVAC OperationBefore Starting Engine DahgerStep t ADD OIL to Engine ADD Gasoline to the Fuel TankSafetyinterlock System PRE-STARTING ProceduresOperation To Add GasolineStarting the Engine Stopping the Engine General OperationChipping Operation Vacuuming OperationVacuuming and Chipping Guide Materials to AvoidWalk-Behind Vacuuming Tips and Hints WALK-BEHIND Vacuuming OperationOperation Operation Tips for Using the Vacuum HoseVacuum Hose Operation Blower operation Blower OperationChipper Flap is Worn or Missing Tips for Using the ChipperChipper Operation Stop the Engine Immediately and wait for all Clearing Jams and ClogsCheck and Change Engine OIL MaintenancescheduleImportant Service Message If SO Equipped Service the AIR FilterCustomer Responsibilities Check Bolts and Nuts for Tightness Carburetor and Ignition System InformationLubrication Check The Spark PlugAdjustments ServiceWARNIH8 DanserTorque Specifications Service and AdjustmentsBoltSize Locationof BoltsOFF-SEASON Storage StorageProblem Troubleshooting PointsCorrection Possible CausePossiblecause Decals Inletcaporhose MustbeinstalledRotatingcumng Blade Do Nottouch Muffleror Adjacentareas12i CRAFTSMAI!5 HP CHIPPER/VACMODELNUMBER987.799601Part Description QTY CRAFTSMAN5 HP CHIPPER/VACMODELNUMBER987.799601Part Description QTYNumbershere CRAFTSMAN4-CYCLE EngineMODELand SERIALIZe Part Name Tef CRAFTSMAN4-CYCLE Enginemodel HOCarburetorno Fig RepairpartsRewindstarterno Fig Hosekit noPage Page Page Part Number Part Description For Repair Service Call this Toll Free Number