Chipper Chute
Allow twigs and small branches up to 1 1/2” in diameter to be fed into the impeller for chipping.
Blower Chute (If Equipped)
When attached to unit the blower chute is used to blow or scatter yard waste such as leaves, pine needles, or small twigs across yard.
Nozzle Height Adjustment Lever
Used to adjust the nozzle ground clearance ranging approximately 5/8” to 4 1/8”.
Nozzle
Yard waste such as leaves or pine needles can be vacuumed up through the nozzle for shredding.
Hose Handle
Used to guide hose assembly when vacuuming.
Nozzle/Hose Vac Handle
The nozzle/hose vac handle is located on top of the nozzle and it is used to regulate the vacuum between the nozzle and the hose assembly.
Throttle Control Lever (Not Shown)
The throttle control lever is located on the engine. It controls the engine’s speed and stops the engine. See separate engine manual packed with unit for details.
Engine Controls
See the separate engine manual for the location and function of the controls on the engine.
Hose Assembly
Used as an alternative to the nozzle to vacuum yard waste such as leaves or pine needles in hard to reach places.
SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR YARD VACUUM
WARNING: The operation of the Yard Vacuum can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can damage your eyes severely. Always wear the safety glasses provided with this unit or eye shields before chipping or blowing and while performing any adjustments or repairs.
Gas And Oil Fill-Up
Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your Yard Vacuum. Read instructions carefully.
WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors with engine running or until the engine has been allowed to cool for at least two minutes after running.
Starting Engine
•Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain the metal cap on the end of the spark plug is fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark plug.
•Make sure safety switch wire is connected to engine and properly grounded.
•Engines with choke lever:
Move choke lever on engine to CHOKE position. (A warm engine may not require choking).
•Engines with primer:
Prime engine as instructed in separate engine manual.
•The throttle control is located on the engine. Move engine throttle control lever to FAST or ON position.
•Stand behind unit, grasp starter handle and pull rope out slowly until engine reaches start of compression cycle (rope will pull slightly harder at this point).
•Pull rope with a rapid, continuous, full arm stroke. Keep a firm grip on starter handle. Let rope rewind slowly.
•Repeat previous steps until engine fires. When engine starts, move choke control (if equipped) gradually to RUN position.
WARNING: Never run the engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.
Stopping Engine
•Move throttle control lever to STOP or OFF position.
•Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and ground against the engine.
To Empty Bag
•Unhook bag straps from the lower handle and unsnap bag clip from the top of lower handle. See Figure 7.
•Grasp bag handle with one hand and pull lock rod on mounting bracket with other hand toward engine to release.
•Remove bag from rim of the discharge opening. Refer to Figure 4.
8
