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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introducing the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM	1
Conventions used in this manual	1
Chapter 2: Safety Considerations	2
Preparing to Use the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM	2
Safety Information Labels	2
Protecting Yourself	4
Operating the Machine Safely	4
Slope Operation	6
Safety for Children	6
Safety with Gasoline-Powered Machines	7
A Note to All Users	7
Additional Information and Potential Changes	7
Chapter 3: Setting Up Your DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM	8
DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Controls and Features	8
Unpacking and Assembling the Machine	9
Attaching Hardware Description	10
Opening the Shipping Container and Installing the Wheels	11
Tire Pressure Check	12
Tilt Bed Installation	13
Collector Box Installation	14
Blower Exit Elbow Assembly Installation	16
Connecting the Collector Box Inlet Hose to the Blower Exit Elbow Assembly	16
Universal Hitch Plate Installation	17
Connecting the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM to your Lawn Tractor	18
Lawn Deck Adapter Installation	19
Connecting the Blower Inlet Vacuum Hose to the Hose Adapter	21
Adding the Engine Oil and Gasoline	23
Chapter 4: Operating Your DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM	24
Before Starting the Engine	24
Starting & Stopping	24
Operating Safety	25
Towing the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM	26
Towing Safety	26
Slopes & Uneven Terrain	27
Operating the Chipper	28
Dumping	30
Use as a Trailer	31
LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Tips	32
Chapter 5: Maintaining the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM	33
Regular Maintenance Checklist	33
Lubrication	34
Removing and Replacing the Engine Oil	35
Removing and Replacing the Blower Hoses	36
Removing and Replacing the Blower Exit Elbow	38
Removing and Replacing the Chipper Blade	39
Removing the Blower/Chipper Engine Unit	40
End of Season & Storage	41
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting	42
Troubleshooting Table	42
DR COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instructions	iii