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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 PreventPersonalInjuryor Property Damage:
* Cutting blades begin to rotate when the engine
starts and slow down gradually after the engine is
shut off. Do notallow hands or anyolher part of the
body, or clothing inside the vacuum hose opening,
blower dischargeopening, chipper chute,or near any
movingpart.
- 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
fromthe sparkplug.
,, To avoid personal injuryor property damage, do not
operate this machine for vacuuming unless the
collectionbagis installed.
° Review all of the rules in the Safety Section of this
Manual.
Tips for Using the Vacuum Hose
Q When vacuuming, move the hose slowly from side to
side,
Q To avoid clogging, do not vacuum too much material
at once Vacuum some material, let the hose
"breathe," and then vacuum some more
Q Also keep the hose as straight as possible to prevent
clogging,,
Q Do 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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