MTD 24A060G099 Owner’s Manual

Operator's Manual

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6.0 Horse Power

YARD VACUUM

Model No. 247.770550

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.

Visit our Sears website: www.sears.com/craftsman

Printed in U.S.A.

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Parts

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FORM NO. 769-00407A.fm

(10/02)

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Warranty 2 Service and Adjustments 14 Safety 3 Storage 16

Assembly 5 Troubleshooting 17 Operation 8 Parts List 18

Maintenance 12

Limited Warranty on Craftsman Yard Vacuum

For one (1) year from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Equipment is maintained, lubricated, and tuned up according tothe instructions tothe operator's manual, Sears will repair or replace free of charge any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship. Warranty service isavailable free of charge by returning Craftsman

equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a trip charge will

apply. This Warranty applies only while this product isin the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, and oil

filters.

• Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps, or glass.

Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but not limited to, damage caused by objects, such

as stones or metal debris, oversized stock, impacting objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over- speeding the engine.

Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to, electrical and mechanical damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the proper grade and amount of engine oil, or failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the operator's manual.

Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determine to be contaminated or oxidized (stale). tn general, fuel should be used within 30 days of its purchase date.

Equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

TO LOCATE THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER OR TO SCHEDULE SERVICE, SIMPLY CONTACT SEARS AT 1-800-4-MY-HOME.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATION

Horsepower:

Engine Oil Type Engine Oil Capacity

FuelCapacity:

Spark Plug Spark Plug Gap

6.0 Horse Power SAE30 20 Ounces

1 1/2 Quarts

Champion RJ-19LM

.030"

Model Number ....... ,2.,4.,7.._'_,7.,.0.5_.0............................

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

Date of Purchase ......................................................

Reoord both serial number and date of purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference,

WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could

endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol - heed its warning.

WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer

and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rulesfor safe operation inthis manual.As withany type ofpowerequipment,carelessnessor erroron the partofthe operatorcan

resultinseriousinjury.Thismachineiscapableof amputatinghandsand feet andthrowingobjects. Failuretoobservethe following safetyinstructionscouldresultinseriousinjuryordeath.

TRAINING

1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. Keep this

manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts.

2. Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly.

3. Never allow children under 16 years old to operate this machine. Children 16 years old and over should read and understand the operation

instructions and safety rules in this manual and

should be trained and supervised by a parent.

4. Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper instruction.

5. Keep bystanders, helpers, pets, and children at

least 75 feet from the machine while it is in

operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

6. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon

monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.

7. Do not put hands and feet near rotating parts or in the feeding chambers and discharge opening.

Contact with the rotating impeller can amputate

fingers, hands, and feet.

8. Never attempt to unclog either the feed intake or

discharge opening, remove or empty vacuum bag, or inspect and repair the machine while the engine is running. Shut the engine off and wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine.

PREPARATION

1. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used. Remove all rocks, bottles, cans, or other foreign objects which could

be picked up or thrown and cause personal injury or damage to the machine.

Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation or while performing an adjustment or repair, to protect eyes. Thrown

objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to

the eyes.

Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close- fitting slacks and shirts. Loose fitting clothes or jewelry can be caught in movable parts. Never

operate this machine in bare feet or sandals.

Wear leather work gloves when feeding material

in the chipper chute.

Before starting, check all bolts and screws for

proper tightness to be sure the machine is in safe

working condition. Also, visually inspect machine

for any damage at frequent intervals.

Maintain or replace safety and instructions labels,

as necessary.

To avoid personal injury or property damage use

extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is

extremely flammable and the vapors are

explosive. Serious personal injury can occur

when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your

clothes which can ignite. Wash your skin and

change clothes immediately.

a. Use only an approved gasoline container. b. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and

other sources of ignition.

e. Never fuel machine indoors. d. Never remove gas cap or add while the

engine is hot or running.

e. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes

before refueling.

f. Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more

than 1/2 inch below bottom of filler neck to

provide space for fuel expansion. g. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely. h. If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine

and equipment. Move machine to another

area. Wait 5 minutes before starting the

engine.

i. Neverstorethe machine or fuel container

insidewherethere isan openflame, spark,

or pilotlight(e.g. furnace, water heater, space heater,clothesdryer,etc.)

j. To reducea fire hazard, keep machinefree

ofgrass,leaves, or otherdebrisbuild-up.

Cleanupoilfuel spillageand removeanyfuel soakeddebris.

k. Allow machinetocoolat least5 minutes

beforestoring.

OPERATION

1. Do not put hands and feet near rotating parts or in

the feeding chambers and discharge opening. Contact with the rotating impeller can amputate fingers, hands, and feet.

2. Before starting the machine, make sure the chipper chute, feed intake, and cutting chamber are empty

and free of all debris.

3. Thoroughly inspect all material to be shredded and remove any metal, rocks, bottles, cans, or other

foreign objects which could cause personal injury or damage to the machine.

4. If the impeller strikes a foreign object or if your machine should start making an unusual noise or

vibration, immediately shut the engine off. Allow the

impeller to come to a complete stop. Disconnect

the spark plug wire, ground it against the engine

and perform the following steps:

a. Inspect for damage.

b. Repair or replace any damaged parts.

c. Check for any loose parts and tighten to

assure continued safe operation.

5. Do not allow an accumulation of processed material to build up in the discharge area. This can prevent proper discharge and result in kickback of material through the feed opening.

6. Do not attempt to shred or chip material larger than specified on the machine or in this manual. Personal injury or machine damage could result.

7. Never attempt to unclog either the feed intake or discharge opening while the engine is running.

Shut the engine off, wait until all moving parts have stopped, disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine before clearing debris.

8. Never operate without vacuum bag and discharge chute properly attached to the machine. Never empty or change vacuum bag while the engine is running. Rear end of vacuum bag must be kept closed at all times during operation.

9. Never operate without either the inlet nozzle or optional hose attachment properly attached to the

machine. Never attempt to attach or change either

attachment while the engine is running.

10. Keep all guards, deflectors and safety devices in

place and operating properly.

11. Keep your face and body back and to the side of the chipper chute while feeding material into the

machine to avoid accidental kickback injuries.

12. Never operate this machine without good visibility

or light. Always be sure of your footing and keep a

firm hold on the handles.

13. Do not operate this machine on a gravel surface.

14. Do not operate this machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

15. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch.

16. Never pick up or carry machine while the engine is running.

MAINTENANCEANDSTORAGE

1. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.

2. Check bolts and screws for proper tightness at frequent intervals to keep the machine in safe working condition. Also, visually inspect machine for any damage and repair, if needed.

3. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, stop the engine and make certain the impeller and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark

plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting.

4. Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine.

5. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.

6. Follow this manual for safe loading, unloading, transporting, and storage of this machine.

7. Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light

such as a water heater, furnace, clothes dryer, etc.

8. Always refer to the operator's manual for proper instructions on off-season storage.

9. If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors.

10. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil, etc. to protect the environment.

20-oz. Bottle

of Engine Oil

NOTE: Reference to right and left hand side of the

Yard Vacuum is observed from the operating

position. See Figure 1.

This Yard Vacuum has been completely assembled

at the factory, except for the handle, bag, and blower chute. These parts are shipped loose in the carton. A pair of safety glasses and a 20-oz. bottle of engine oil are also included in the carton. See Figure 1.

REMOVINGUNITFROMCARTON

Cut the cornersof the carton.

Remove allloose parts. Remove packing material.

Lift unit from the rear to discard packingmaterial

from under unit and roll unit out of carton.

Check carton thoroughly for any other loose

parts.

uts

_ Upper

Blowe Handle Chute /

Rope Guide

Nut

LOOSEPARTSINCARTON(SeeFigure1)

Handle Assembly

• Hose Assembly Bag

Blower Chute Safety Glasses (Not Shown)

A 20-oz. Bottle of Engine Oil (may be located in bag) Operator's Manual

DISCONNECTINGSPARKPLUG

Before proceeding with assembly of your new Yard Vacuum, disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and ground onto the retaining post on the

engine. This will prevent accidental starting of the engine. See Figure 2.

Retaining Post

Spark

Carriage Screw

Figure I

IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped without gasoline or

oil in the engine. After assembly, see OPERATION section of this manual for proper fuel and engine oil

fill-up.

Plug Wire

Figure 2

ATTACHINGTHEHANDLE

Unfold the upper handle until it aligns with lower handle. Make sure the rope guide is on the right

side of upper handle. See Figure 1.

• Secure the two handles by tightening the upper wingnuts (carriage bolts must be seatedproperly

into the handle).

• Remove the hairpin clips from the handle brackets and removethe carriage bolts and wing

nuts from the lower handle. See Figure 3. Place the bottom holes in lower handle over the

pins on handle brackets and secure with hairpin

clips, Insert carriage bolts through upper hole in lower

handle from the outside and secure with wing

Figure 3

Loosen the wing nut that secures the rope guide to the right side of upper handle.

Pull the starter rope out of the engine slowly and slip the starter rope into the rope guide. Tighten

the wing nut,

AttachingTheHoseAssembly

Slide hose adapter of hose assembly into the base adapter located on the left front of the Yard

Vacuum. See Figure 4.

• Pull spring loaded pin out on the base and align pin with the first hole in the hose adapter.

• Release the pin to lock the hose in place.

• Connect the hose handle near nozzle end of hose to the side bracket on the upper handle.

Refer to Figure 7.

Snap hose handle to the lower handle bracket to

secure in place and lay hose tubing on side

bracket hanger next to chipper chute. Refer to Figure 7.

ATTACHINGTHEBAG

Figure 5

Grasp bag handle with one hand and slide locking rod on mounting bracket with other hand

toward engine. Use the end of mounting bracket as leverage when sliding the locking rod,

See Figure 5.

Slip bag over the rim of the discharge opening

and release locking rod to secure bag in place.

Snap bag clip to the top of the lower handle, Place the lower straps on the bag over the top of lower handle, hooking them on the studs.

NOTE: The bag/chute switch button attached to the mounting bracket must be fully depressed by the tip

of front tab on bag handle when securing the bag or engine will not start.

Figure 4

Hose

Spring

ATTACHINGTHEBLOWERCHUTE

NOTE: The bag must be removed before installing the blower chute.

Grasp blower chute with one hand and slide locking rod on mounting bracket with other hand

toward engine. Use the end of mounting bracket as leverage when sliding the locking rod. See Figure 6. Slip blower chute over rim of discharge opening and release locking rod to secure chute in place.

• Raise the nozzle height to the highest setting when using the blower chute. Refer to nozzle

height adjustment in the ADJUSTMENT section.

NOTE: The bag/chute switch button attached to the

mounting bracket must be fully depressed by the tip of front tab on the blower chute or engine will not start.

Blower

Front

Tab

Locking Rod

king

Rod

Figure 6

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