Craftsman 247.77763 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

CRAFTSMAN

6.5 Horse Power Self-Propelied

CHIPPER-SHREDDER VACUUM

Model No.

247.77763

CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A.

Printed in U.S.A.

770-i0034

(8/98)

Content

Warranty Information Safe Operation Practices Assembly

Operation Maintenance

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5 8 13

Content

Sen/ice & Adjustment Off-Season Storage Trouble-Shooting

Parts List

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WARRANTY INFORMATION

One-Year Warranty on Craftsman Chipper-Shredder Vacuum

For one year from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman chipper-shredder vacuum is maintained, lubricated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the owner’s manual, Sears will repair, free of charge, any defect in material or workmanship.

This warranty excludes blades, chipper blades, flails, air cleaners, spark plugs, catcher bags and tires which are

expendable parts and become worn during normal use. If this chipper-shredder vacuum is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 30 days

from the date of purchase. WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER IN THE

UNITED STATES. THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY WHILE THIS PRODUCT IS IN USE IN THE UNITED STATES. '

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rtghts'which vary^rom-state to state.

Sears, Roebuokand Co., D/817WA, Hoffman Estates, II60179

ACCESSORIES

These accessories are available where the unit was purchased. They are also available at most Sears retail outlets, and service centers. Most Sears stores can order

repair parts tor you when you

provide the model number of your Craftsman chipper

shredder vacuum.

Horsepower; Engine Oil Type Engine Oil Capacity Fuel Capacity: Spark Plug Spark Plug Gap Tire Pressure

Air

Filter

Spark Engine Gas Plug Oil Can

PRODUCT SPECIFICATION

6.5 Horse Power SAE30 20 Ounces Approx. 3 Quarts

Champion RN4C .030" 24 P.S.l.

Model Number

Serial Number.............................

Date of Purchase

Record both serial number and date of purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference.

Fuel Tamper

Stabilizer Plug

.....

.247.7.7763,

.......................

10-foot Hose Kit

SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES

This symbol points out important safety instructions wtiicti, if not followed, could endanger the per

sonal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate your chipper-shredder vacuum. Failure to comply with these Instructions may result in

personal injury. When you see this symbol—heed its warning.

Your chipper-shredder vacuum was built to be operated according to the rules for safe opera-

DANGFR- manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of UANutn. operator can result in serious injury. If you violate any of these rules, you may cause seri

ous injury to yourself or others.

This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any), if a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

in the State of Caiifornia the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources

Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the

muffler is available through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center (See the REPAIR PARTS section

of this manual.)

General Operation

• Read this owner's guide carefully in its entirety before attempting to assemble this machine. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before operation. Be completely familiar with the controls and the proper use of the machine before operating it. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts.

• Your chipper-shredder vacuum is a powerful tool, not a plaything. Therefore, exercise extreme caution at all times. Your unit has been designed to perform two jobs: to chip and vacuum vegetation found in a normal yard. Do not use it tor any other purpose.

• Never allow children under 16 to operate the unit. Children 16 years and older should only operate under close parental supervision. Only responsible individuals who are familiar with these rules of safe operation should be allowed to use your unit.

• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children and pets. Stop the engine when they are in the vicinity of the unit.

• When feeing material into this equipment, be extremely careful that pieces of metal, rocks, bottles, cans or other foreign objects are not included.

Personal injury or damage to the machine could result.

• Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles, during operation and while performing an adjustment or repair, to protect eyes from foreign objects that may be thrown from the machine.

• Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close fitting slacks and shirt. Shirt and slacks that cover the arms and tegs and steel-toed shoes are recommended. Do not wear loose fitting clothes or jewelry, and secure

hair above shoulder length. They can be caught in moving parts. Never operate a unit in bare feet, sandals or sneakers. Wear gloves when feeding material in the chipper chute. Do not operate the unit while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Do not over-reach. Keep proper footing and balance at

all times. Never place your hands or any part of your body or clothing near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times Never insert your

hands or any part of your body or clothing into the nozzle, chipper chute or discharge opening as the rotating impeller can cause serious injury. If it is necessary for any reason to unclog the feed intake or discharge openings or to inspect or repair any part of the machine where a moving part can come in contact with your body or cipthintg- sUiP the machine, allow it to cool, disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and move it away from the spark plug before attempting to unclog, inspect or repair.

Never operate unit without vacuum bag and discharge

chute properly affixed to unit. Large zippered end of

bag must be closed to prevent objects from being blown out. Never operate unit without either the inlet nozzle or optional hose attachment properly affixed to unit. These devices shield the operator from accidental contact with the rotating impeller. Never attempt to convert the unit from nozzle to hose mode or vice versa with the engine running.

Never attempt to remove or empty vacuum bag when engine is running. Shut the engine off and wait for the impeller to come to a complete stop before removing the bag. The impeller continues to rotate for a tew

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