OPERATION

VACUUM HOSE OPERATION

Figure 24: Using the vacuum hose.

NOTE: The optional Vacuum Hose is designed for stationary vacuuming operation only,,

OPERATION

1.Prepare the unit for use of the vacuum hose by following the assembly steps on Page 14

2.Move the machine to the vacuuming site and park the machine on level ground,

NOTE: To avoid damaging the hose, drape the hose to the right side of the machine when moving the machine between vacuuming sites° Do not allow the hose to touch the engine°

3.Use the handle attached to the hose to easily maneuver the hose around corners, underneath bushes, etc, See Figure 24.

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

5.Empty the collection bag frequently when using the vacuum hose. See Page 12 for instructions.

6.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 Prevent Personal Injuryor Property 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 olher 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, do not operate this machine for vacuuming unless the collection bag is installed.

°Review all of the rules in the Safety Section of this

Manual.

Tips for Using the Vacuum Hose

QWhen vacuuming, move the hose slowly from side to side,

QTo avoid clogging, do not vacuum too much material at once Vacuum some material, let the hose "breathe," and then vacuum some more

QAlso keep the hose as straight as possible to prevent clogging,,

QDo not attempt to move the machine by pulling on the hose, This could damage the hose and cause the machine to move unsafely

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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