Craftsman 987.799601 manual Clearing Jams and Clogs, Stop the Engine Immediately and wait for all

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OPERATION

CLEARING JAMS AND CLOGS

WARNING

Before inspecting,cleaning or servicingthe machine, stop the engine and make sure that all moving parts have come to a completestep° Disconnectthe spark

plug wire and secure it away from the spark plug, Failure to follow this instruction could result in

personal injury,

A clog or jam can cause the vacuuming and discharging

operations to decrease or even stop completely. If this occurs, take the following steps:

1.STOP THE ENGINE IMMEDIATELY and wait for all

moving parts to stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire and secure it away from the spark plug.

2.Check and clean, if necessary, the following areas in the order given_

For all vacuuming operations:

1.Check that the collection bag is not overfilled

2.While the bag is removed, check that the discharge opening is not clogged°

For walk-behind vacuuming:

1.Check that the vacuum inlet opening is not clogged.

2.Use a stick to clear away debris.

For using the blower deflector:

1.Check that the blower deflector discharge opening is not clogged.

2.Use a stick to clear away debris,

For using the vacuum hose:

1.Check that the hose is not clogged_

2.Remove the hose and use a long stick to clear away any debris from the vacuum inlet opening.,

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Contents SEA/ S Preparation Safety RulesTraining Operation Maintenance and Storage Safety DecalsProduct Specifications Limited ONE Year WarrantyMaintenance Agreement Customer ResponsibilitiesTable of Contents Vacuum Hose Engine AccessoriesAttachments Check ALL Nuts and Bolts for AssemblyUnfold the Handlebars see Figure TightnessAssembly Assembly ConfigurationsTo Install Shredder Screen Assembly for WALK-BEHIND Vacuuming or Using the ChipperRemove or Install Shredder Screen To Remove Shredder ScreenInstall Vacuum Inlet CAP Install Collection BAGAdjust the Vacuum Inlet Height Installed Assembly for Blower OperationAdjust Handlebars Adjust the Vacuum Inlet HeightRemove the Shredder Screen Install Blower DeflectorInstall Vacuum Inlet CAP Move Handlebars to Vacuuming Position Assembly for Optional Vacuum Hose OperationRemove Blower Deflector if Installed Handlebars in VacuumInstall Collection BAG CAUTiORBaffle Plate Removal Install Baffle PlateInstall Hose Remove Vacuum Inlet CAPOperation Know Your CHIPPERiVACStep t ADD OIL to Engine DahgerBefore Starting Engine ADD Gasoline to the Fuel TankOperation PRE-STARTING ProceduresSafetyinterlock System To Add GasolineGeneral Operation Starting the Engine Stopping the EngineVacuuming and Chipping Guide Vacuuming OperationChipping Operation 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 Clearing Jams and Clogs Stop the Engine Immediately and wait for allCheck and Change Engine OIL MaintenancescheduleImportant Service Message If SO Equipped Service the AIR FilterCustomer Responsibilities Lubrication Carburetor and Ignition System InformationCheck Bolts and Nuts for Tightness Check The Spark PlugWARNIH8 ServiceAdjustments DanserBoltSize Service and AdjustmentsTorque Specifications Locationof BoltsStorage OFF-SEASON StorageCorrection Troubleshooting PointsProblem Possible CausePossiblecause Rotatingcumng Blade Inletcaporhose MustbeinstalledDecals Do Nottouch Muffleror AdjacentareasCRAFTSMAI!5 HP CHIPPER/VACMODELNUMBER987.799601 12iPart CRAFTSMAN5 HP CHIPPER/VACMODELNUMBER987.799601Part Description QTY Description QTYNumbershere CRAFTSMAN4-CYCLE EngineMODELand SERIALIZe CRAFTSMAN4-CYCLE Enginemodel HO Part Name TefRewindstarterno Fig RepairpartsCarburetorno Fig Hosekit noPage Page Page For Repair Service Call this Toll Free Number Part Number Part Description

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