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 operating. Make sure that all operators of this equipment are trained in general machine use and safety.
PUT OIL IN ENGINE BEFORE STARTING.
16.6HOSE OPERATION TIPS
THE HOSE IS A REPLACEABLE WEAR ITEM.
FOR BEST HOSE OPERATION RESULTS, FOLLOW THESE RECOMMENDATIONS.
Keep hose as straight as possible during operation for best
Avoid sharp bends in hose which will reduce efficiency and may promote clogs.
NEVER DRAG HOSE. Always remove and store hose before transporting unit.
16.1STARTING
SECURE LOADER TO TAILGATE OR MOUNTING:
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 frame (16HP Twin on engine). 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).
INTAKE HOSE: Must be attached to front plate to start engine.
CHOKE: Located on engine near engine throttle panel.
STOP SWITCH: Move to on position (when provided).
THROTTLE: Move remote throttle control to fast position. Pull starting rope to start engine.
IF YOUR UNIT FAILS TO START:
fig. 1
ADJUSTING HOSE BOOM:
Properly adjusting the boom will prevent most hose clogs from occurring and will give optimum vacuum performance by keeping hose straight next to housing (see fig. 2).
See Troubleshooting on page 12.
16.2VACUUMING OPERATION
EXHAUST FLAPPER: Discharging into enclosed container, position exhaust flapper to desired opening and secure adjustment knob before starting engine. NOTE: An enclosed container must capture all debris delivered into it preventing any debris from blowing back onto unit's engine (see page 1 optional accessories).
Hose
Boom Assembly after hose has been stretched.
Hose Bands.
Stretch hose
NOZZLE: With machine running and fully assembled, move nozzle in sweeping motions over debris. For maximum pickup, move nozzle close to debris, but without blocking air flow into the nozzle (see figure 1). NOTE: Never bury nozzle into debris.
fig. 2 out before clamping.
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