Craftsman 987.799601 User Manual
OWNER’S
ANUAL
jI^L I H IwM
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MODEL NO.
987.799601
CRAFTSMAN^
5 Horsepower
CHIPPERA/AC
A Caution:
Read and Follow
All Safety Rul 0S
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
with Wheel Adjusters
• Assembly
• Operation
• Customer Responsibilities
• Service and Adjustment
• Repair Parts
FORM 1902963(11/94)
SAFETY RULES
CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACE WIRE WHERE IT CAN
NOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING UP,
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TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING, OR MAKING REPAIRS.
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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
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.
* Never allow children or urttrained adults to operate this
equipment
* Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particu
larly small 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 tasteless. Do not operate this
equipment near buildings, windows, or air conditioners
* 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 Wades 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 operate this equipment unless the collection bag
or blower deflector is installed.
Do not process material through chipper chute when
equipment is on 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 fiil fuel tank indoors,
e. Replace the caps on the fuel tank and fuel container
and dean 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 allow for
expansion of fuel.
Do not store the machine or fuel 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 eiectric motors are present.
LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.
IT MEANS-ATTENTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
OPERATION:
• Before starting this equipment, make certain that the
chipper chute, vacuum inlet, discharge opening, and
blower deflector are empty, Disconnect spark plug vi/ire
before making these checks.
• Never carry passengers on this equipment, They could
fail off and be seriously injured, or they couid 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 al! 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 liquids such as gasoline,
kerosene, diesel fuel, 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:
a. inspect for damage.
b. Replace or repair any damaged parts.,
c. Check for and tighten any loose parts
• If equipment jams or becomes dogged, 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 dear 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 ai! guards, covers, and shields in place and in
good working condition
• Always stand dear of discharge area when operating
equipment with blower deflector installed. Materia! exits
at a high speed from the blower deflector.
• Do not operate the chipper with the blower deflector
installed.
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• 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 90° angle) to chute
inlet.
• Do not overreach when feeding materia! into the chip
per chute. Keep proper balance and looting 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 ail 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 couid 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.
» 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 materiat.
• 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
light.
• Do not tamper with the engine governor settings The
governor controls the maximum safe operating speed
and protects the engine and ail moving parts from dam
age caused by excessive speed. Request help at the
nearest Sears service location If a problem exists.
• equipment is provided with a safety interlock sys
tem which prevents the engine from starting unless the
coliection bag or biower 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 plug wire is disconnected from the
spark plug. Allow the engine to coo! before making any
inspections, adjustments, etc.
• Maintain equipment and aii 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 instructed to do so,
• Never store this equipment with fue! in the fuel tank
inside a buiiding 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, etc.
• Allow engine to cool before storing in any enclosure,
• Store gasoline in a coo!, 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,
Store this equipment where children will not have
access. Always disconnect the spark plug wire from the
spark plug to prevent accidenta! starting.
Check coitection bag frequentiy for deterioration or wear
and replace worn bags. Use only original equipment
replacement bags. Bags manufactured by others could
present a safety hazard.
Refer to ’’Off Season Storage” in this Manual for impor
tant storage instructions if equipment 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
« Use only original equipment replacement parts. Parts
manufactured by others could present a safety hazard
even though they may fit on this equipment
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears
Craftsman ChipperA^ac. It has been designed,
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 987799601
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 is available on this
chipper/vac Contact your nearest Sears store for details.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
• Read and observe the safety rules.
• Foliow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and
using your chipper/vac.
• Follow the Instructions under “Customer
Responsibilities" and “Storage" sections of this manual.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Chipper/Vac
Weight
Length with Handlebars Extended
Length with Handlebars Folded
Width
Engine
Engine
Engine Type
Engine Displacement
Gasoline Capacity
Oil (21 ounce capacity)
Spark Plug (gap 0,.030-in.) Champion J19LM
Valve Clearance
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.
5 HP Tecumseh Mode! TVS 115
Vertical Crankshaft
Above 32° F: SAE 30
Below 32° F: SAE 5W30
Autolite 458, or equivalent.
In Canada, replace with
resistor spark plug.
Intake: .006 In
Exhaust: .006 in
65 lbs.
48 in.
28 in.
22 in.
Air-Cooled
Four Cycle
115cu in
1-1/4 qts.
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 úse.
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 iegal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state,
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/817WA - HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS........
WARRANTY.....
ASSEMBLY..............
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OPERATION.......................................
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ............
INDEX
Gasoline
Air Filter. ,
Assembly
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8-16
B
Baffle Plate
Blade, Chipper.................................30
Blower Deflector
Blower Operation.................. 24
Bolts, Torque
Chipper
Chute Location
Cutting Blade.
Operating Tips
Operation , .......................
Clearing Jams and Clogs ,
Collection Bag, Install
Collection Bag, Remove .,
Control Lever, Engine ....
Cooling System, Cleaning
Customer Responsibtiities
Gutting Blade, Chipper.,,
Decals
Engine
Air Filter ........................
Control Lever
Cooling System
Fuel .....................................
Ignition
Oil.....
Operation ........................... 19-20
Prim er
Spark Arrester ....
Spark Plug
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Adding......................................... ,19
Specifications. ,
Handlebars
Ignition System ............................
Installing Shredder Screen.............11
Jams and Clogs .26
Location of Controls .......................17
Lubrication, .29
Materials to Avoid ............... ., ., 21
Model/Seria! Number
Oil
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Off-Season Storage,..
Operation, S afety ....
Parts List
Preparation, Safety ...............
Primer . 17, 20
Recoil Starter Rope
Removing Shredder Screen .,.. 11
Replacing Chipper Cutting
Blade, ., , 30-31
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
STC3 R^\C3 E..«. ...............32
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TROUBLESHOOTING
DECALS......
repair parts - CHIPPER/VAC.
repair PARTS » engine.
PARTS ORDERING/SERVIGE ...........Back Cover
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Safety Rules
Safety Decals
Safety Interlock ..................
Service, Engine
Service Recommendation
Checklist
Shredder Screen .................
Spnrk Arr este r, . -,, 28
Spark Plug...............
Starter Rope . , ..,
Storage
Safety.................
Off'Season
Tips & Hints
nhinnAt Onptf^iinn
Vacuum Hose Operation ,, ,, 23
Waik-Behind Vacuuming
Torque Chart................................ 31
Training, Safety
Troubleshooting ........................33-34
Unpacking .......................................
Vacuum Hose
Installation ........... ,14
Operation................................ ... 23
Vacuum Inlet
Cap...............................................
Vacuuming
Assembly for,......................... ... 10
Handlebar Position for ........ 8
Operation .................................. 22
Vacuuming and Chipping
Guide .
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ATTACHMENTS
This attachment was available when the cWpper/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 installation and use of the vacuum hose
are presented in this Manual, See “Vacuum Hose
Operation" on Page 14.
Optional mcutim hose and baffie 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/vac. 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
carton and shown in Figure 1;
(A) Chipper/Vac
{B) Safety Goggles
(C) Blower Deflector
{D) Collection Bag
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; Ail 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)
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).
3. 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
ASSEMBLY
ASSEMBLY CONFIGURATIONS
Your machine has been partialiy 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 chlpper/vac in the desired configuration,
Walk-behind vacuuming - see Page 10
WALK-SEHiND VACUUMING
OPERATION CHECKLIST
✓ Collection bag installed and zipped.
✓ Baffle plate off (provided with
optional vacuum hose kit only)
✓ Vacuum inlet cap installed.
i/ Handlebars positioned toward the
rear of the machine.
Wmi
CAUTION
To prevent persona! injury or property damage, do not
conneot the spark plug or star! the engine until al!
assembly steps are complete and you have read and
understood the safety and operating instructians in
this Manual.
Blower operation»see Page 12
BLOWER OPERATION CHECKUST
✓ Handlebars positioned toward the
front of the machine.
\/ Collection bag removed-
✓ Blower deflector installed,
✓ Vacuum inlet cap installed.
✓ Baffle plate off (provided with
optional vacuum hose kit only)
CHiPPER OPERATION CHECKLIST
✓ Handlebars positioned toward the rear of
the machine.
✓ Collection bag installed and zipped.
Blower deflector and baffle plate (optional)
off.
✓ Vacuum inlet cap installed.
Using the vacuum hose (optional) - see Page 14
VACUUM HOSE OPERATION CHECKUST
✓ Handlebars positioned toward the rear of the
machine
✓ Collection bag Installed and zipped.
✓ Baffle plate on
✓ 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 dips on the screen for safe
keeping.
IMPORTANT: THE HAIR PIN CUPS 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 factory-installed
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 sparkplug wire
from the sparkplug, and make sure that ail 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 puli 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 puli the front rod (C) out through the bottom of
the deck
To install Shredder Screen:
1. Stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire
from the spark plug, and make sure that ail 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 right 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 dip (D)
5. Re-install the collection bag-
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ASSEMBLY
A CAUTION
• Check Ihe collection bag frequently for deterioration
and wear and replace worn bags.
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 sparkplug, and make sure that ail moving
parts have come to a complete stop.
2. Make sure the bag (A in Figure 4) is zipped,
3. Piace 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 ait 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 sparkplug, 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: instali collection bag.
NOTE: The'rod (D) on the inlet adapter is part of the
machine’s safety interlock system. Make sure that the
rod fitssecurely in the slot in the safety interlockswiich (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 resuits 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.
Figure S: Vacuum Height Adjustment Lever and inlet Cap.
STEP 4: INSTALL VACUUM INLET CAP
1, Posfion 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
ASSEIVIBLY FOR BLOWER OPERATION
IMPORTANT: DO NOT USE THE CHIPPER iF THE
MACHiNE IS SET UP FOR BLOWER OPERATION.
STEP1; REMOVE THE COLLECTION BAO {IF
NSTALLcD)
1„ Stop the engine, disconnect the sparkplug wire
from the spark plug, 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 dears the edge of the bag inlet adapter (B) and
the tab rests on the upper housing. Grasp the pui! 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
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 “bioweh’ notches
(A), See Figure 7.
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 installing 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. Puli 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 CUPS 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
STEP 5: INSTALL BLOWER DEFLECTOR
Position the tabs on the sides of the blower deflector (A
in Figure 9) into the slots tn 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
f. 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.
Figure 9: Install blower deflector.
Figure 10: Vacuum Inlet Cap installed.
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ASSEMBLY
ASSEMBLY FOR OPTIONAL VACUUM
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NOTE; The options! Vscuurn Hose is desiQned for
stationary vacuuming operation only.
STEP 1: MOVE HANDLEBARS TO VACUUMING
POSITION
1. Stop the engine, disconnect the spark ping 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),
Handleliars in Vacuum
Position
Figure 11: Handlebar position for vacuuming.
STEP 2: REMOVE BLOWER DEFLECTOR (IF
INSTALLED)
Turn retaining knob (D in Figure 12) untii 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.
Figure 12: Remove blower deflector.
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