16Operation
INTENDED USE: This machine is designed for vacuuming leaves, grass clippings and other types of organic litter as well as debris mixed with cans, bottles and small amounts of sand; however, vacuuming cans, bottles and sand will affect the longevity of your machine.
Like all mechanical tools, reasonable care must be used when operating 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 7).
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 (Honda only).
CHOKE: Operated with throttle control (Honda). Post to prime (Briggs & Stratton).
NOTE: Outer bag and rod (items 1 and 3) MUST depress the bag presence switch (item 17) for the unit to start. See fig.1
IF YOUR UNIT FAILS TO START: See Troubleshooting on page 8.
16.2VACUUMING OPERATION
VACUUM NOZZLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT: The
vacuum nozzle is raised and lowered by pulling slightly upward on handle and pulling height adjust
23)at operators left hand. Lift handle up or down to desired height, then release
FOR MAXIMUM PICKUP: Adjust nozzle height as close to debris as possible, 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.
16.10COMPOST
Vacuumed leaves, grass and other organic material from your own yard can be emptied into a pile or composter to provide enriched soil for later use as fertilizer in gardens and flower beds
Note: Allow green chips to dry before spreading around living plants.
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.
Bag liners are included and available for use in various conditions where debris will be vacuumed. (see Bag Liner Options shown on page 1).
DO NOT place bag on or near hot surface, such as engine.
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.
•Machine or
Having one or more spare Felt Filter (890435) is a good way to reduce down time while dirty bags are being cleaned.
Do not store with debris in bag. Organic debris generates heat during decomposi-
tion and could damage the bag or start a fire.
16.4HANDLING & TRANSPORTING:
Using two people to lift machine is recommended. Lift holding the handle and front of nozzle. Secure in place during transport.
16.5STORAGE
Never store engine indoors or in enclosed poorly venti- lated areas with fuel in tank, where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light, as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer or other gas appliance.
If engine is to be unused for 30 days or more, prepare as follows:
Be sure engine is cool. Do not smoke. Remove all gasoline from carburetor and fuel tank to prevent gum deposits from forming on these parts and causing possible malfunction of engine. Drain fuel outdoors, into an approved container, away from open flame. Run engine until fuel tank is empty and engine runs out of gasoline.
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer (such as
fig 1.
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