Craftsman 79960 User Manual

S_EA/ S

OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

987.799601

Caution:

Read and Follow
All Safety Rules

and Instructions
Before Operating

This Equipment.

®

5 Horsepower

CHIPPER/VAC

with Wheel Adjusters

• Assembly

• Operation

• Customer Responsibilities

• Service and Adjustment

• Repair Parts

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

FORM 1902963 (11/94)

SAFETY RULES

,_ CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACE WIRE WHERE IT CAN- _tk

NOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING UP,
TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING, OR MAKING REPAIRS.

IMPORTANT

YOUR UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH A SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM TO MINIMIZE INJURY. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO

DEFEAT THIS SYSTEM UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.

TRAINING:

• Read this Owner's Manual carefully before operating
this equipment. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls

and the proper use of this equipment.

• Never allow children or untrained adults to operate this
equipment

• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particu-

larly sin!I1 children, and pets. Keep bystanders at least

25 feet away from the area of operation.

= Familiarize yourself with all of the safety and operating

decals on this equipment and on any of its attachments
or accessories°

• Do not run engine in an enclosed area. Engine exhaust
contains carbon monoxide gas, a deadly poison that is

odorless, colorless, and tastetess_ Do not operate this
equipment near buildings, windows, or air conditioners

o Do not allow hands or any other part of the body or

clothing inside the vacuum inlet, chipper chute, dis-
charge opening, blower deflector, or near any moving

part° Cutting blades begin to rotate when engine starts
and slow down gradually after engine is shut off°

• Before inspecting or servicing any part of the equip-
ment, 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..
Be aware that rotating blades slow down gradually after

engine is shut off_

• Do not operate this equipment if you are under the influ-
ence of alcohol, medication, or when tired or ill.

PREPARATION:

° Always wear approved safety goggles (provided)

when operating this equipment. The operation of
any powered machine can result in foreign objects

being thrown by high-speed rotating parts.

• Do not wear loose-fitting clothing or jewelry that can get
drawn into the vacuum inlet or chipper chute, or that
can get caught by moving parts_

• Do not operate this equipment unless the collection bag
or blower deflector is installed.

= Do not process material through chipper chute when

equipment ison uneven ground.

= Before starting engine, check that all screws, nuts,

bolts, and other fasteners are properly secured°
Replace any damaged or unreadable warning and oper-
ating decals_

° Wear work gloves, sturdy footwear, and hearing protec-

tion when operating this equipment.

° Use extra,care when handling gasoline and other fuels.

Gasoline and its vapors are highly flammable and
explosive.. To help prevent a fire or explosion:

a. Use an approved fuel container.
b. Never add fuel to a running or a hot engine
c. Keep matches, smoking materials, open flames, and

sparks away from the fuel tank and fuel container.

d. Fill the fuel tank outdoors and with extreme care.

Never fill fuel tank indoors.

e. Replace the caps on the fuel tank and fuel container

and clean up spilled fuel before starting engine. Gas
cap shall never be removed or fuel added while
engine is running.

° Leave 1/2 inch air space at top of fuel tank to alloN for

expansion of fuel.

o Do not store the machine or fue! container where there

is an open flame or spark, or where ignition sources
such as hot water and space heaters, furnaces, clothes
dryers, stoves, or electric motors are present.

,_ LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. |

IT MEANS - ATTENTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

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OPERATION:

• Before starting this equipment, make certain that the
chipper chute, vacuum inlet, discharge opening, and
blower deflector are empty. Disconnect spark plug wire

before making these check&

* Never carry passengers on this equipment. They could

fall off and be seriously injured, or they could interfere
with safe operation.

• Do not allow hands or any other part of the body or
clothing inside the vacuum inlet, chipper chute, dis-
charge opening, blower deflector, or near any moving

part.

• Before vacuuming, inspect the area where the equip-
ment is to be used and remove all metal, bottles, cans,

or other foreign objects.

• Do not vacuum any burning or smoldering materials
such as cigars, cigarettes, ashes, or cinders.

• When vacuuming or chipping, be extremely careful that

pieces of metal, rocks, bottles, cans, or other foreign

objects are not included.

° Do not use vacuum or blower on areas that have been

recently treated with fertilizers, pesticides, or herbicides..
Follow chemical manufacturer's safety instructions

regarding contact with treated areas..

• Do not vacuum flammable iiquids such as gasoline,

kerosene, diesel fue!, paint thinner, etc.

• If equipment strikes any foreign object or starts making

an unusual noise or vibration, immediately shut off
engine and allow all moving parts to come to a com-
plete stop Disconnect the spark plug wire and secure it
away from the spark plug Then take the following

steps:
ao inspect for damage.

b, Replace or repair any damaged parts..
c. Check for and tighten any loose parts.

° If equipment jams or becomes clogged, immediately

shut off the engine and allow all moving parts to come
to a complete stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire
and secure it away from the spark plug. Use only a

wooden stick to clear away debris..

° Before adding or changing any attachments or before

switching between vacuum and blower operation stop
the engine and allow all moving parts to come to a com-

plete stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire and secure it

away from the spark plug. ........

• Keep atl guards, covers, and shields in place and in
good working condition

• Always stand clear of discharge area when operating
equipment with blower deflector instaliedo Material exits
at a high speed from the blower deflector..

• Do not operate the chipper with the blower deflector
installed

Do not operate the chipper if the chipper chute flap is

damaged or missing

Keep your face and body safely away from the chipper
chute When chipping, stand on either side of chute
and keep arms perpendicular (at a 900 angle) to chute

inlet.

Do not overreach when feeding material into the chip-
per chute, Keep proper balance and footing at all

times.
Check collection bag frequently for deterioration or wear

and replace worn bags. Use only original equipment

replacement bags Bags manufactured by others could

present a safety hazard

Before removing and installing collection bag, stop the

engine and allow al( moving parts to come to a com-

plete stop Disconnect the spark plug wire and secure it

away from the spark plug

Empty the collection bag after each use. Decomposing

debris could generate enough heat to catch fire

Exercise extreme caution on slopes and avoid exces-

sively steep slopes..

Never operate this equipment on a slippery surface.

Look behind and use care when operating in reverse.

o

Do not allow any part of the engine, especially around

the cooling fins and muffler to become clogged with

leaves, oil, grease, or any other combustible material

Watch for traffic when operating near, or when crossing

roadways.

Never leave the equipment unattended when the

engine is running.. Stop the engine, disconnect spark

plug wire, and secure it away from the spark plug

before leaving the equipment

• Use only attachments and accessories that are
approved for use with this equipment..

• Operate equipment only in daylight or in good artificial
fighL

• Do not tamper with the engine governor settings The
governor controls the maximum safe operating speed

and protects the engine and atl moving parts from dam-
age caused by excessive speed. Request help at the

nearest Sears service location if a problem exists.

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This equipment is provided with a safety interlock sys-
tem which prevents the engine from starting unless the
collection bag or blower deflector is installed.. The sys-
tem is also designed to shut off the engine if the opera-

tor attempts to remove the collection bag or blower
deflector while the engine is running.. Never attempt to
disconnect or otherwise defeat the purpose of this sys-
tem if the interlock fails to operate properly, shut off
the engine and do not operate this equipment until the
system is repaired and is functioning properly.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE:

• When equipment is stopped for servicing, inspection,
storage, or to change an attachment or accessory,
make sure the spark ptug wire is disconnected from the
spark plug Allow the engine to cool before making any
inspections, adjustments, etc

• Maintain equipment and atl attachments and acces-
sories in safe working condition°

• Never perform any maintenance while engine is running
or when spark plug wire is connected to spark plug,
except where specifically instructedto do so_

• Never store this equipment with fuel in the fuel tank
inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame
or spark, or where ignition sources are present such as
hot water and space heaters, furnaces, clothes dryers,
stoves, electric motors, etco

• Allow engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.

• Store gasoline in a cool, well-ventilated area, safely
away from any spark- or flame-producing equipment.
Store gasoline in an approved container, safely out of

the reach of children.

. Use only original equipment replacement parts° Parts

manufactured by others could present a safety hazard
even though they may fit on this equipmenL

• Store this equipment where children will not have
access. Always disconnect the spark plug wire from the
spark plug to prevent accidental starting_

• Check collection bag frequently for deterioration or wear
and replace worn bags. Use only original equipment

replacement bags. Bags manufactured by ethers could

present a safety hazard.

• Refer to "Off Season Storage" in this Manual for impor-
tant storage instructions ifequipment is to be stored for
an extended period.

SAFETY DECALS:

• Make certain that all safety decals on this equipment are

kept clean and in good condition. The decals are shown

on Page 35 of this Manual

CONGRATULATIONSonyourpurchaseofaSears
CraftsmanChipperNac.ithasbeendesigned,

engineered and manufactured to give you the best
possible dependability and performance.

Should you experience any problems you cannot easily
remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service

Center or Retail Store. We have competent, well-trained
technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this

machine.

Please read and keep this Manual The instructions will
help you assemble, operate, and maintain your machine

properly° Always observe the SAFETY RULES

MODEL NUMBER 987_799601
SERIAL NUMBER:
DATE OF PURCHASE:

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER DECAL IS

LOCATED ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE ENGINE
MOUNTING PLATFORM.

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH THE SERIAL

NUMBER AND THE DATE OF PURCHASE KEEP

THEM IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE

REFERENCE.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears maintenance agreement isavailable on this
chipper/vac Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

* Read and observe the safety rules
* Foltow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and

using your chipper/vac,.

o Follow the instructions under "Customer

Responsibilities" and "Storage" sections of this manual.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Chipper/Vac

Weight 65 lbs°

Length with Handlebars Extended 48 in.
Length with Handlebars Folded 28 in.

Width 22 in.

Engine

Engine 5 HP Tecumseh Model TVS ! 15
Engine Type Vertical Crankshaft

Air-Cooled

Four Cycle
Engine Displacement ! 1.5 cu in.
Gasoline Capacity 1-1/4 qts.
Oil (21 ounce capacity) Above 32 ° F: SAE 30

Below 32 ° F: SAE 5W30

Spark Plug (gap O.030qn,) Champion J19LM

Autolite 458, or equivalent.

In Canada, replace with

resistor spark plug,

Valve Clearance Intake: .006 in

Exhaust: .,006 in

WARNING: This chipper/vac 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 California 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.

LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY

For One Year from date of purchase, when this Chipper/Vac 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 the collection bag, spark plug, air cleaner, and chipper blade which are expendable

parts and become worn during normal User

if this Chipper/Vac 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/DEPARTMENT 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 rights which vary from state to state

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO. D/817WA - HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES ................................................... 2

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS .............................. 5

WARRANTY .......................................................... 5

CHIPPER/VAC ATTACHMENTS .......................... 7

ASSEMBLY ........................................................... 8

OPERATION ....................................................... 17

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 27

iNDEX

A

Air Filter ......................... 28

Assembly ....................... 8-16

B

Baffle Plate ................... 16

Blade, Chipper ................... 30

Blower Deflector ............. 13

Blower Operation ................ 24

Bolts, Torque ................ 31

C

Chipper

Chute Location ............... 17

Cutting Blade ................. 30-31

Operating Tips ................ 25

Operation ....................... 25

Clearing Jams and Clogs ....... 26

Collection Bag, Install ........... 10

Collection Bag, Remove ....... 12

Control Lever, Engine ........... 17

Cooling System, Cleaning ....... 28

Customer Responsibilities ..... 27

Cutting Blade, Chipper ....... 30-31

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Decals .................... 35

Engine

Air Filter ..................... 28

Control Lever ............... 17

Cooling System ............ 28

Fuel ............................... 19

Ignition .................. 29

Oil .............................. 27

Operation .............. 19-20

Primer ................................ 20

Spark Arrester ............. 28

Spark Plug ..................... 29

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Gasoline

Adding ....................... 19

Specifications ................... 18

Handlebars ................... 8

Ignition System ....................... 29

Installing Shredder Screen ..... 1l

Jams and Clogs .............. 26

Location of Controls ................ 17

Lubrication .................. 29

Materials to Avoid ................. 21

Model/Serial Number ........... 5

Oil .............................. 5, 18

Off-Season Storage ........... 32

Operation, Safety ................ 3

Parts List........................ 36-40

Preparation, Safety ............ 2

Primer ..................... !7, 20

Recoil Starter Rope .......... 17, 20

Removing Shredder Screen ..... 11

Replacing Chipper Cutting

Blade .................... 30-31

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ........................ 30

STORAGE ........................................................... 32

TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................ 33

DECALS .............................................................. 35

REPAIR PARTS - CHIPPERNAC ....................... 36

REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE ................................. 38

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ........... Back Cover

Safety Rules ....................... 2-4

Safety Decals ................ 35

Safety Interlock ............... 8

Service, Engine ............ 27-29

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Service Recommendation

Checklist ......................... 27

Shredder Screen .............. t 1

Spark Arrester ........................ 28

Spark Plug ..................... 29

Starter Rope ................. 17, 20

Storage

Safety ............................... 4

Off-Season ................ 32

T

Tips & Hints

Chipper Operation .......... 25

Vacuum Hose Operation ....... 23

Walk-Behind Vacuuming ........ 22

Torque Chart ................. 31

Training, Safety .................... 2

Troubleshooting ............ 33-34

U

Unpacking ..................... 8

V

Vacuum Hose

Installation ................. 14

P

R

Operation ................... 23

Vacuum Inlet

Cap ............................ 17

Vacuuming

Assembly for ................... 10

Handlebar Position for ........ 8

Operation ...................... 22

Vacuuming and Chipping

Guide ......................... 21

ATTACHMENTS

This attachment was available when the chipper/vac was purchased° It is available at most Sears retail outlets and
service centers. Most Sears stores can also order repair parts for you, when you provide the model number of your

chipper/vac.

VACUUM HOSE

The optional vacuum hose attachment allows you to

extend the reach of the machine by 10 feet to easily
reach in, around, under and behind bushes, shrubs,
trees, fences, lawn furniture, etc. If you purchased a
vacuum hose with the chipper/vac, you will find it

packaged in a separate carton°

Instructions for insta!iation and use of the vacuum hose

are presented in this Manual. See "Vacuum Hose
Operation" on Page t4.

Optional vacuum hose and baffle plate,
(Stock No. 71-85689)

ENGINE ACCESSORIES

Engine accessories such as gas cans, engine oil, and replacement spark plugs are also available at your local Sears

service center and most Sears retail outlets.

ASSEMBLY

Read these instructions in their entirety before you attempt to assemble your new chipper/vaco Your new chipper/vac

has been completely assembled at the factory, except for the items shown in Figure 1.. To ensure proper operation of
your chipper/vac, all nuts and bolts must be securely tightened when changing the configuration of the machine Use
the correct tools as necessary to ensure proper tightness.

UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS (see Figure 1)

1, The following items are contained in the shipping A
carton and shown in Figure 1: _ B C

(A) Chipper/Vac //
(B) Safety Goggles __P'

(C) Blower Deflector
(D) Collection Bag J

2. Check for missing or damaged parts.. If any parts are

missing or damaged, contact your local Sears service

center or Sears retail outlet for assistance

IMPORTANT: MOTOR oIL AND GASOLINE MUST BE

ADDED TO THE ENGINE BEFORE THE ENGINE IS

STARTED_ THE PROCEDURES FOR ADDING

MOTOR OIL AND GASOLINE ARE ON PAGES 18

AND 19.

NOTE: All references to the front, rear, left and right of

the machine are determined as follows:

The inlet cap for the optional vacuum hose is located on

the front of the machine. The discharge opening is at

the rear The left and right sides are determined by

standing at the rear of the machine when the handlebars

are in the "vacuum" position

UNFOLD THE HANDLEBARS (see Figure 2)

Figure 1: Contents of shipping carton.

ExtendHandlebarsin

VacuumPosition

A

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Handlebars

Folded

1, Squeeze the handlebar end (with decal "Push in
Here") toward the center of the machine to release end

from the notch in the mounting bracket (C) and swing the

handlebars up over the machine toward the rear.

2. Position the handlebar ends in the "vacuum" notches
of the brackets (D in Figure 2 inset).

3o Unfold the handlebars until the channels on the upper
left and right handlebars are aligned with the lower
handlebars (A) If necessary, loosen knobs (B) before

unfolding handlebars.

4_ Tighten the knobs (B)

CHECK ALL NUTS AND BOLTS FOR

TIGHTNESS

Check all nuts and bolts for tightness following assembly
and according to the schedule given in the section which

describes "Customer Responsibilities" on Page 27.
NOTE: Do not overtighten the bolts which attach the
engine mounting plate to the housing DAMAGE TO

THE HOUSING COULD RESULT

Figure 2: Handlebar position for vacuuming.

ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLY CONFIGURATIONS

Your machine has been partially assembled at the
factory. The remaining assembly steps should be done
on a clean, level surface, Choose the mode of operation

from the pictures below and then go to the page for

assembly of the chipper/vac in the desired configuration..

Walk-behind vacuuming - see Page t0

WALK-BEHIND VACUUMING

OPERATION CHECKLIST

v" Collection bag installed and zipped

v' Baffle plate off (provided with

optiona] vacuum hose kit only)

V' Vacuum inlet cap installed
v' Handlebars positioned toward the

rear of the machine

CAUTION

To preventpersonalinjuryor propertydamage, donot

connectthe spark plug or start the engine until all
assemblystepsare complete and youhave read and

understoodthe safety and operating instructionsin
this Manual

Blower operation, see Page 12

BLOWER OPERATION CHECKLIST

v' Handlebars positioned toward the

front of the machine.

v" Collection bag removed
v" Blower deflector installed.

v' Vacuum inlet cap installed..

v' Baffle plate off (provided with

optional vacuum hose kit only)

Using the chipper, see Page 10

CHIPPER OPERATION CHECKLIST

v' Handlebars positioned toward the rear of

the machine,

v" Collection bag installed and zipped

v" B{ower deflector and baffle plate (optional)

off

i/" Vacuum inlet cap installed.

Using the vacuum hose (optional) - see Page 14

VACUUM HOSE OPERATION CHECKLIST

v' Handlebars positioned toward the rear of the

machine
Collection bag installed and zipped

v" Baffle plate on
v' Vacuum hose installed

ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLY FOR WALK-BEHIND VACUUMING OR USING THE CHIPPER

4. Pull the screen (A) out of the discharge opening.. Re-

install the rods and hair pin clips on the screen for safe-
keeping.

IMPORTANT: THE HAIR PIN CLIPS SUPPLIED WITH
THE SCREEN ARE THE ONLY STYLE FASTENERS
THAT SHOULD BE USED° DO NOT USE

SUBSTITUTES OR FAILURE OF EQUIPMENT OR

PERSONAL INJURY COULD RESULT.

5. Remove supports from beneath machine_

STEP 1: REMOVE OR INSTALL SHREDDER SCREEN
A shredder screen (A, Figure 3) is factoryqnstalied

inside the processing chamber, Vacuumed or chipped
material passes through the slots in the screen before it
is discharged, The screen produces up to an 8:1

reduction of material.
The screen is designed for use only with dry materials

Before processing damp materials, remove the screen to
reduce clogging and to improve air flow inside the
processing chamber. Before chipping a large number of
branches, remove the shredder screen for faster

discharge of the chips.

To Remove Shredder Screen:

1. Stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire

from the spark plug, and make sure that all moving
parts have come to a complete stop.

2. To remove rear rod (B, Figure 3), remove the
collection bag or the blower deflector (if installed).. Then,

remove the hair pin clip (D) and pull the rod out through
the bottom of the deck

3. Use sturdy supports to prop up the right side of the
machine a few inches Then, remove the hair pin clip
(D) and pull the front rod (C) out through the bottom of

the deck.

To Install Shredder Screen:
1o Stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire

from the spark plug, and make sure that all moving
parts have come to a complete stop.

2. Remove the collection bag. Remove the rods and
hair pin clips which were stored on the shredder screen.

Insert the screen (A) into the processing chamber with
the flat, angled end facing to the rear and the curve in
the screen facing to the righL See Figure 3_ Align
mounting holes in screen with the holes in deck..

3. Using sturdy supports, prop up the right side of the
machine a few inches. Insert front rod (C) up through
bottom of deck, into screen mounting hole, and out
through the top of the deck. Test that the rod is through
the screen by pulling on the screen - the screen should
not move. Secure rod with hair pin clip (D).

4. Insert rear rod (B) up through bottom of deck, into the
screen mounting hole, and out through the top of the

deck.. Make sure that the rod is in the screen by trying to
move the screen from side to side Secure the rod with

the hair pin clip (D)

5. Re-install the collection bag_

Figure 3: Shredder screen installation.

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ASSEMBLY

CAUTION

STEP 2: INSTALL COLLECTION BAG

For walk-behind vacuuming or using the chipper, install

the collection bag as described below.

1. Stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire

from the spark plug, and make sure that all moving

parts have come to a complete stop.

2, Make sure the bag (A in Figure 4) is zipped

3. Place the collection bag straps over the handlebars,

4. Line up the tabs on the bag inlet adapter (B) with the
slots in the discharge opening (C) and slide the bag inlet

adapter down all the way into the slots. Turn the
retaining knob (F) until the tab on the knob drops into the

slot on the top of the bag inlet adapter

STEP 3: ADJUST THE VACUUM INLET HEIGHT
The vacuum inlet height can be adjusted to six different

settings in approximately 1/2" increments. These
settings allow inlet suction to be adjusted for varying

needs, For example, when vacuuming deep layers of
leaves, adjust the vacuum inlet height at the front of the
machine to its highest setting as described below (see

Figure 5):

1. Stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire

from the spark plug, and make sure that all moving

parts have come to a complete stop,

2. Squeeze the adjuster lever (A in Figure 5) toward the
wheel to disengage the adjuster pin from the hole in the

height adjuster bracket,

3. Rotate the adjuster lever toward the rear (discharge
opening) of the machine to raise the height and then

release the adjuster lever so that the adjuster pin
engages the selected hole in the bracket, Rotate the

lever in the opposite direction to lower the inlet height.

4. Be sure that both adjuster levers are adjusted to the
same height

Figure 4: Install collection bag.

NOTE: Thei'od (D) on the inlet adapter is part of the
machine's safety interlock system Make sure that the

rod fits securely in the slot in the safety interlockswitch (E).

BAG MAINTENANCE TIP: Keep the bag clean by
occasionally washing it (by hand) with mild soap and
water A clean bag improves air flow and results in

better vacuuming performance, Do not wash the bag in
an automatic washer Do not use a cleaner which

contains bleach Allow the bag to dry thoroughly before
storing,

B

Figure 5: Vacuum Height Adjustment Lever and Inlet Cap.

STEP 4: INSTALL VACUUM INLET CAP

1. Postion the inlet cap (B, Figure 5) so that the bar on
the cap is aligned with the arrow at the REMOVE
position.

-2. Twist the cap 1/4 turn clockwise which will secure the
cap in place,

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ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLY FOR BLOWER OPERATION

IMPORTANT: DO NOT USE THE CHIPPER IF THE
MACHINE IS SET UP FOR BLOWER OPERATION..

STEP 1: REMOVE 'THE COLLECTION BAG (IF
INSTALLED)

1o Stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire

from the spark p/ug, and make sure that all moving
parts have come to a complete stop.

2_ Pull and then turn the retaining knob (F in Figure 6)
so that it clears the edge of the bag inlet adapter (B) and
the tab rests on the upper housing_ Grasp the pull strap
and slide the bag inlet adapter (B) out of the slots in the

discharge opening (C).

3. Hold the collection bag (A) with the inlet opening
upright so that material does not fall out, and slide the
straps off the handlebars

4, Unzip the collection bag and empty it by shaking the
bag gently to remove all debris

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STEP 2: ADJUST HANDLEBARS

If the handlebars are in the vacuum position, they must
be adjusted to the "blower" position for blower operation.

1. Squeeze the handlebar end (see decal "Push in
Here") toward the center of the machine and swing the

handlebars over to the front of the machine,

2. Release the handlebars ends in the "blower" notches
(A), See Figure 7.

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Figure 7: Adjust handlebars to "blower" position_

STEP 3: ADJUST THE VACUUM INLET HEIGHT
For best results, adjust the vacuum inlet to its highest

position for operating the blower, Instructions for making
this adjustment are provided on Page 11.

Figure 6: Remove collection bag,

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ASSEMBLY

STEP 4: REMOVE THE SHREDDER SCREEN

For maximum air flow, remove the shredder screen
before insta!iing the blower deflector

1. The screen (A) is held in place by two long rods (B
and C) and hair pin clips (D), See Figure 8,

2. To remove the rear rod (B), remove the hair pin clip
(D) and pull the rod out through the bottom of the deck°

3. Use sturdy supports to prop up the right side of the
machine a few inches,. Then, remove the hair pin clip
and pull the rod (C) out through the bottom of the deck,

4. Pull screen (A) out of the discharge opening, Re-
install the rods and hair pin clips on the screen for safe-
keeping_

IMPORTANT: THE HAIR PIN CLIPS SUPPLIED WITH

THE SCREEN ARE THE ONLY STYLE FASTENERS
THAT SHOULD BE USED, DO NOT USE
SUBSTITUTES OR FAILURE OF EQUIPMENT OR

PERSONAL iNJURY COULD RESULT,

5. Remove the supports from beneath unit

Figure 8: Shredder screen removal

STEP 5: INSTALL BLOWER DEFLECTOR

Position the tabs on the sides of the blower deflector (A

in Figure 9) into the slots in the discharge opening (B)
and slide the blower deflector down all the way into the
slots, Turn retaining knob (D) until the tab on the knob
drops into the slot on the blower deflector° (Reverse this
procedure when removing the blower deflector,)

NOTE: The rod (C) on the blower deflector is part of the
machine's safety interlock system, Make sure that the

rod fits securely in the slot in the safety interlock switch

(E).

STEP 6: INSTALL VACUUM INLET CAP

1. Postion the inlet cap (A, Figure 10) so that the bar on

the cap is aligned with the arrow at the REMOVE

position,

2. Twist the cap 1/4 turn clockwise which will secure the
cap in place.,

IMPORTANT: THE VACUUM INLET CAP MUST BE
iNSTALLED DURING BLOWER OPERATION,

D

Figure 9: Install blower deflector,.

A

Figure 10: Vacuum Inlet Cap installed,

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ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLY FOR OPTIONAL VACUUM

HOSE OPERATION

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

STEP 1: MOVE HANDLEBARS TO VACUUMING
POSITION

1. Stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire
from the spark plug, and make sure that all moving

parts have come to a complete stop,

2. Squeeze the handlebar end (A in Figure 11 inset with

decal "Push in Here") toward the center of the machine
to release end from the notch in the mounting bracket
and swing the handlebars up over the machine toward

the rear

3. Position the handlebar ends in the "vacuum" notches

of the brackets (B in Figure 11 inset) r

Handlebarsin Vacuum
Position

Figure 11: Handlebar position for vacuuming.

STEP 2: REMOVE BLOWER DEFLECTOR (IF
INSTALLED)

Turn retaining knob (D in Figure 12) until the tab on the

knob is out of the slot in the blower deflector,, Pull the

sides of the blower deflector (A in Figure 12) out of the
slots in the discharge opening (B) and slide the blower

deflector off the machine.

A

Figure 12: Remove blower deflector_

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