Little Wonder HPV User Manual

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ASPIRADORA DE ALTO RENDIMIENTO

ASPIRATEUR HAUTE PERFORMANCE

Table of Contents

Important Information

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Special Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Unpackaging

Unpackaging Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Safety and Warnings

Safety Decals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3

General Safety Rules

Warnings - "Don’ts" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Warnings - "Do’s" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5

Engine/ Fuel Warnings - "Don’ts" . . . . . . . . . .5

Engine/ Fuel Warnings - "Do’s" . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Assembly Instructions

Use of Lifting Lug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Put Oil in Engine Before Starting . . . . . . . . . . .6

Operation

Start Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Vacuuming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Empty Debris Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Removing Blockage in Moving Parts . . . . . . . .7

Refueling the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Storage and Maintenance

Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Removing the Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Part Numbers
HPV Assembly Part Numbers . . . .	. . . . . . . .10
HPV Subassembly Part Numbers . .	. . . . . . . .11
Warranties
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	Back cover

Important Information

A. Introduction

On behalf of everyone at Little Wonder, we would like to thank you for your purchase of a Little Wonder High Performance Vac. This professional debris handling machine was designed to the highest standards to ensure you many hours of uninterrupted service.

This manual provides the information necessary for safe and efficient operation and service. For your safety, it is critically important that you read and understand this entire manual before operating your High Performance Vac.

Specifications:
Model	Dry Weight	Max Rpm
5600	182 lbs.	3400
5610	184 lbs.	3400

B. Service Information

High Performance Vac Unit

Contact your local Little Wonder dealer.

Engine

Contact an authorized Briggs & Stratton dealer. Dealers are listed in the Yellow Pages under “Lawn and Garden Equipment Supplies”, “Lawn Maintenance” or “Lawn Mowers”. Your dealer will need to know the model and serial number of your engine. For their location, please consult the operator’s manual provided with your engine.

C. Special Safety Information

WARNING DANGER

ATTENTION: THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL

HEED ITS WARNING! STAY ALERT!

WARNING DANGER

TO REDUCE THE POTENTIAL FOR ACCIDENTS, COMPLY WITH THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND OR EQUIPMENT AND PROPERTY DAMAGE.

WARNING DANGER

THE ENGINE EXHAUST FROM THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER, BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM.

Unpacking

Safety and Warnings

1.Remove Collector assembly & Debris bag from the top section of the package

2.Remove cardboard insert

3.Cut away side off box and fold down

4.Roll HPV base unit out of box

A. Safety Decals

An important part of the safety system incorporated in this High Performance Vac are the warnings and informational decals (labels) found on various parts of the unit.

These decals (labels) must be replaced if they become illegible due to abrasion, etc.

It is your responsibility to replace the decals (labels) when they become hard to read. The location of these decals and their part numbers for ordering are shown on page 3.

WARNING DANGER

IMPROPER USE OR CARE OF THIS HIGH PERFORMANCE VAC, OR FAILURE TO WEAR PROPER PROTECTION CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.

READ AND UNDERSTAND THE RULES FOR

SAFE OPERATION AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS

IN THIS MANUAL.

WEAR HEARING, EYE, AND BREATHING

PROTECTION.

Caution: Thrown objects.

Keep bystanders away.

Always wear eye, ear and breathing protection.

Keep hands and feet away from air discharge areas. Rotating fan will cause serious injury.

Before performing any service or maintenance,

disconnect spark plug wire. Make sure throttle is in STOP position.

Read and understand the

Owners Manual.

Store your Owners Manual

in a safe place.

P/N 600602

Warning Label

P/N 600604

Safety and Warnings

Warning Label

P/N 600604

P/N 600602

Warning Label

General Safety Rules

1.Read and understand manual.

2.Wear eye, hearing, and breathing protection, proper clothing and footwear.

3.While operating the machine always be sure of a safe and secure operating position, maintain a firm footing and good balance at all times.

4.Keep area clear of children, pets and bystanders.

5.Never attempt to use an incomplete machine or one fitted with an unauthorized modification.

6.Avoid contact with and inhalation of harmful fluids, gases, mists, fumes, and dust.

7.Do not allow children to operate machine.

8.Do not override or remove any safety devices.

WARNING DANGER

9. FAN COASTS AFTER THE ENGINE IS TURNED OFF.

WARNING DANGER

10. ROTATING FAN. DON’T ATTEMPT TO REMOVE MATERIALS FROM INTAKE OR DISCHARGE

WHEN UNIT IS RUNNING, OR FAN IS ROTATING.

11.Keep hands away from hose inlet and discharge chute.

12.Disconnect spark plug before doing any cleaning or maintenance.

13.Wear gloves to protect your hands.

14.Beware that the machine is loud and, during normal operation; may interfere with speech communication.

A. Warnings - "Don’ts"

Don’t attempt to remove materials from intake or discharge when High Performance Vac is running, or fan is rotating.

Don’t install or remove components while High Performance Vac is running. Turn off engine to make changeover. Be sure throttle is in the stop position, and the High Performance Vac has come to a complete stop. Remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug before removing material.

Don’t attempt to repair High Performance Vac. Have repairs made by qualified Little Wonder dealer or repairman. See that only Little Wonder and recommended engine manufacturers replacement parts are used.

WARNING DANGER

DO NOT SMOKE WHEN FILLING FUEL TANK

Don’t leave the engine running while the High Performance Vac is unattended.

Don’t store, spill, or use gasoline near flames or spark

B. Warnings - "Do’s"

Always dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Use of sturdy gloves, non-skid footwear and safety glasses are recommended. Always wear ear protectors where possible. Use face filter to avoid breathing dust.

Always stay alert. Watch what you are doing and use common sense. Do not operate High Performance Vac when fatigued.

Always keep hands away from air intake and air outlet chute. Keep both hands on handles when power is on.

Always maintain and examine High Performance Vac with care. Follow maintenance instructions given in manual.

WARNING DANGER

DO NOT USE THE HIGH PERFORMANCE VAC IF THE

MUFFLER IS DEFECTIVE OR MISSING.

B. Warnings - "Do’s" Continued

Always store High Performance Vac indoors. When not in use, store High Performance Vac indoors in a sheltered area

(a dry place) where it’s not accessible to children. The High Performance Vac, as well as fuel, should not be stored in a house. Keep throttle in the stop position.

Always be sure High Performance Vac is fully assembled. Never operate High Performance Vac without all guards and deflectors in place. Ensure that all nuts, bolts, screws are installed and properly tightened.

Always keep the throttle in the “stop” position when not in use.

Always keep a safe distance between two or more operators when working together simultaneously.

WARNING DANGER

IF THE HIGH PERFORMANCE VAC IS USED IMPROPERLY OR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED, THE USER RISKS SERIOUS INJURY TO THEMSELVES AND OTHERS.

READ AND UNDERSTAND THE FOLLOWING BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS HIGH PERFORMANCE VAC.

WARNING DANGER

HANDLE FUEL WITH CARE. IT IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE. FUELING A HOT ENGINE OR NEAR AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN CAUSE A FIRE AND RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND/ OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

C. Engine/ Fuel Warnings - "Don’ts"

Don’t fuel, refuel or check fuel while smoking or near an open flame or other ignition source. Stop engine and be sure it is cool before refueling.

Don’t leave the engine running while the High Performance Vac is unattended. Stop engine before transporting High Performance Vac from one place to another.

Don’t start or run this High Performance Vac indoors, or in an improperly ventilated area as poisonous carbon monoxide and other gasses are emitted.

Don’t run engine when electrical system causes spark outside the cylinder. During periodical checks of the spark plug, keep plug a safe distance from cylinder to avoid burning of evaporated fuel from cylinder.

Don’t check for spark with spark plug or plug wire removed and grounded. Use an approved tester. Sparks can ignite fumes.

Don’t run engine when the odor of gasoline is present or other explosive conditions exist.

Don’t operate the unit if gasoline is spilled. Clean up spill completely before starting engine.

Don’t refuel indoors or in an improperly ventilated area.

Don’t operate your High Performance Vac if there is an accumulation of debris around the muffler and cooling fins.

Don’t touch hot mufflers, cylinders or cooling fins as contact may cause serious burns.

D. Engine/ Fuel Warnings - "Do’s"

Always use fresh gasoline. Stale gasoline can cause leakage.

Always pull starter cord slowly until resistance is felt. Then pull cord rapidly to avoid kickback and prevent arm or hand injury.

The use of spark arrestor mufflers is required by law in the state of California (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code), as well as in other states or municipalities. Federal laws apply on federal lands.

Always handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable. Never add fuel to a machine with a running or hot engine. Do not inhale fuel fumes as they are toxic.

The spark ignition system meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations.

Assembly Instructions

1.Bolt collector assembly to frame with 4 sets of bolts, washer, and nuts.

2.Slide discharge over housing and mount flange with 2 sets of washers and nuts.

3.Assemble throttle control lever to handle with bolt, washer and nut.

4.Attach throttle clips to cable and clip onto handle.

5.Connect Debris Bag to collector by hooking the hoop at the top of the bag over the lip on the collector nearest the engine. A “velcro” strip helps to hold the bag in position.

Position the buckle under the center of the handles. Pull the strap to the left until the bag is tight and secure.

6.Fill engine oil as per the engine’s operating instruction (provided).

7.Fill gasoline tank as per the engine’s operating instruction (provided).

WARNING DANGER

NEVER RUN OR OPERATE YOUR MACHINE UNLESS DISCHARGE BAG IS ATTACHED, AND THE INTAKE NOZZLE IS INSTALLED.

A. Use of Lifting Lug

Little Wonder High Performance Vac is supplied with convenient Lifting Lug that can be used when you need to move the unit. This Lug can hold weight up to a total of 250 lbs.

WARNING DANGER

DO NOT USE OR SERVICE THE UNIT WHEN IT’S SUSPENDED FROM THE LIFTING LUG.

B. Put Oil in Engine Before Starting

1.Little Wonder recommends using SAE 30 Oil. The use of multi-viscosity oil will result in high oil consumption and possible engine damage.

2.Add gasoline to the fuel tank, and you are ready to start.

WARNING DANGER

HANDLE FUEL WITH CARE. IT IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE. FUELING A HOT ENGINE OR NEAR AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN CAUSE A FIRE AND RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND/ OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

See Engine Operating & Maintenance instructions for more detail description of type and amount of oil and gasoline used.

Operation

WARNING DANGER

THE OPERATOR OF THIS HIGH PERFORMANCE VAC IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENTS OR HAZARDS OCCURRING TO HIMSELF, OTHER PEOPLE OR THEIR PROPERTY.

A. Start Engine

WARNING DANGER

FUEL IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE. HANDLE IT WITH CARE. KEEP AWAY FROM IGNITION SOURCES. DO NOT SMOKE WHILE FUELING

YOUR EQUIPMENT.

1.Open fuel valve

2.Open choke

3.Set throttle to run

4.Pull starter rope 1 – 3 times

5.Allow engine to turn over

6.Close choke

7.Set throttle speed to max

WARNING DANGER

ENGINE EMITS CARBON MONOXIDE. DO NOT OPERATE OR REFUEL IN ENCLOSED AREA.

B. Vacuuming

1.Adjust nozzle to desired height by turning the Nozzle Control Knob, secure position with wing nut.

2.Vacuum debris from lawn or paved surfaces. Vacuum the following: leaves, small twigs and sticks, acorns, thistles, seed pods, grass clippings, straw, wood chips, dry mulch, litter, small cans & bottles, paper products,

styrofoam products.

3.Avoid the following: excessively wet surfaces and debris, gravel surfaces, large hard objects, rocks, long fibrous materials (vines, rope, string etc). Do not force anything into vacuum.

WARNING DANGER

KEEP RECOIL STARTER SCREEN AND ENTIRE ENGINE CLEAR OF ALL DEBRIS. DO NOT OPERATE ENGINE WITH AN ACCUMULATION OF GRASS, DIRT, LEAVES OR OTHER COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL NEAR MUFFLER.

DO NOT operate unit if excessive vibration occurs; shut engine off immediately! Remove spark plug wires and check for damaged impeller, loose impeller bolt, loose impeller key, or lodged foreign objects.

C. Empty Debris Bag

1.Turn off engine and let it come to a complete stop before removing the debris bag.

2.Roll vacuum to the desired unloading location (compost pile, curb-side, wooded area, tarp, etc.)

3.Depress buckle to release bag to the ground. Avoid dragging bag on surface to prolong bag life.

4.Empty contents of debris bag (handle straps are provided on the under side of the bag for aid in dumping contents).

5.Reconnect bag to Collector.

D. Removing Blockage in Moving Parts

WARNING DANGER

TURN OFF ENGINE BEFORE YOU DISCONNECT HOSE, AND MAKE SURE ALL MOVING PARTS COME TO A COMPLETE STOP.

WARNING DANGER

BE SURE THROTTLE IS IN “STOP” POSITION, AND FAN HAS COME TO A COMPLETE STOP.

WARNING DANGER

DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRES BEFORE ANY CLEANING OR MAINTENANCE!

WARNING DANGER

WEAR GLOVES, THE CLOG MAY CONTAIN

SHARP MATERIALS.

E. Refueling the Engine

1.Stop engine and allow it to cool for a few minutes before refueling.

Storage and Maintenance

A. Storage

1.When not in use store High Performance Vac in sheltered area (a dry place) not accessible to children. Keep throttle in the “Stop” position.

2.The High Performance Vac, as well as fuel, should not be stored in a house or poorly ventilated areas.

3.Do not store fuel in the engine’s gas tank longer then 30 days.

B. Maintenance

Area	Every	Every		After First	Every	Every
	Use	5 Hrs		8 Hrs of Use	25 Hours	50 Hours

Engine			See Engine Manual

Check muffler area for
accumulation of debris

Check for excessive vibration

Inspect for loose or damaged parts

Inspect for clean intake nozzle

Inspect labels condition

Check oil level

*Oil change

Service air cleaner

Clean and inspect spark plus
arrester

*Change oil every 25 Hrs if operating under heavy load or high ambient temperature

**See Engine Operating & Maintenance instructions for more detail maintenance and service schedule

C.Directions for removing the Fan and reinstallation

1.Remove spark plug wire from spark plug.

2.Remove nozzle assembly.

3 Remove front plate assembly.

4.Remove the bolt that secures the fan to the engine crankshaft.

5.The fan has a 3/4-16 nut welded on the fan hub. Insert a 3/4-16 x 5" long grade 5 (or better) bolt and jack or push the fan off the engine (Little Wonder P/no 910505 pressure screw

is recommended).

6.Replace damaged or worn fan with a new one. If during fan removal the key (#915) was removed from the keyway, reinstall it by

applying a few drops of the Loc-Tite 380 instant adhesive (“Black Max” P/N 38050) on the key, and load the key in the keyway of the shaft. (Cure time is approx. 1 min.).

7.Use a new bolt (#910518) and complete fan installation. Insure a secure fit upon re-assembling.

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(Model 5610 only)

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