Craftsman 987.799601 manual Blower Operation, Blower operation

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OPERATION

BLOWER OPERATION

Figure 25: Blower operation.

OPERATION

'1. Prepare the unit for blower operation by following the assembly steps on Page 12.

2.Blower Operation begins in the processing chamber where fan blades attached to the flywheel create a suction which draws air from underneath the machine,

Air flows through the chamber and is propelled out through the blower deflector.

3.To stop the machine, move the Engine Control Lever all the way to the left (toward turtle position) until it stops.

4.Listen for all moving parts to come to a complete stop. There is an audible, distinct sound produced as the cutting blades slow down Wait for this sound to stop

before inspecting, servicing, or changing the operating mode of the machine_

DANGER

To PreventPersonal Injury or Properly Damage:

,,Cutting blades begin to rotate when the engine starts and slow down gradually after the engine is shut off. Do not allow hands or any other part of the

body or clothing inside the vacuum hose opening, blower dischargeopening, chipper chute, or near any

moving part.

•Before inspecting, cleaning, or servicing the machine, stop the engine and make sure that all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire and secure it away from the spark plug.

= To avoid personal injury or property damage, keep clear of the blower discharge area.. Material exits at high speed from the blower deflector.

oReview all of the rules in the Safety Section of this

Manual.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT USE THE CHIPPER IF THE MACHINE tS SET UP FOR BLOWER OPERATION., THE VACUUM INLET CAP MUST BE INSTALLED DURING BLOWER OPERATION,,

IMPORTANT: IF THE MACHINE JAMS OR CLOGS, IMMEDIATELY STOP THE ENGINE AND MAKE SURE

THAT ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE COME TO A COMPLETE STOP° DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE AND SECURE IT AWAY FROM THE SPARK PLUG REFER TO PAGE 26 FOR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO REMOVE JAMS AND CLOGS,

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Contents SEA/ S Safety Rules TrainingPreparation Operation Maintenance and Storage Safety DecalsLimited ONE Year Warranty Maintenance AgreementProduct Specifications Customer ResponsibilitiesTable of Contents Engine Accessories AttachmentsVacuum Hose Assembly Unfold the Handlebars see FigureCheck ALL Nuts and Bolts for TightnessAssembly Assembly ConfigurationsAssembly for WALK-BEHIND Vacuuming or Using the Chipper Remove or Install Shredder ScreenTo Install Shredder Screen To Remove Shredder ScreenInstall Collection BAG Adjust the Vacuum Inlet HeightInstall Vacuum Inlet CAP Assembly for Blower Operation Adjust HandlebarsInstalled Adjust the Vacuum Inlet HeightInstall Blower Deflector Install Vacuum Inlet CAPRemove the Shredder Screen Assembly for Optional Vacuum Hose Operation Remove Blower Deflector if InstalledMove Handlebars to Vacuuming Position Handlebars in VacuumInstall Collection BAG CAUTiORInstall Baffle Plate Install HoseBaffle Plate Removal Remove Vacuum Inlet CAPOperation Know Your CHIPPERiVACDahger Before Starting EngineStep t ADD OIL to Engine ADD Gasoline to the Fuel TankPRE-STARTING Procedures Safetyinterlock SystemOperation To Add GasolineGeneral Operation Starting the Engine Stopping the EngineVacuuming Operation Chipping OperationVacuuming and Chipping Guide Materials to AvoidWALK-BEHIND Vacuuming Operation OperationWalk-Behind Vacuuming Tips and Hints Tips for Using the Vacuum Hose Vacuum Hose OperationOperation Blower Operation Blower operationTips for Using the Chipper Chipper OperationChipper Flap is Worn or Missing Clearing Jams and Clogs Stop the Engine Immediately and wait for allMaintenanceschedule Important Service MessageCheck and Change Engine OIL Service the AIR Filter Customer ResponsibilitiesIf SO Equipped Carburetor and Ignition System Information Check Bolts and Nuts for TightnessLubrication Check The Spark PlugService AdjustmentsWARNIH8 DanserService and Adjustments Torque SpecificationsBoltSize Locationof BoltsStorage OFF-SEASON StorageTroubleshooting Points ProblemCorrection Possible CausePossiblecause Inletcaporhose Mustbeinstalled DecalsRotatingcumng Blade Do Nottouch Muffleror AdjacentareasCRAFTSMAI!5 HP CHIPPER/VACMODELNUMBER987.799601 12iCRAFTSMAN5 HP CHIPPER/VACMODELNUMBER987.799601 Part Description QTYPart Description QTYCRAFTSMAN4-CYCLE Engine MODELand SERIALIZeNumbershere CRAFTSMAN4-CYCLE Enginemodel HO Part Name TefRepairparts Carburetorno FigRewindstarterno Fig Hosekit noPage Page Page For Repair Service Call this Toll Free Number Part Number Part Description

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