DL35 Owner’s Manual
Part No 792500
Form No F102015D
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OPERATION
ADJUSTING HOSE BOOM
Properly adjusting the boom will prevent most hose clogs from occurring and will
maximize vacuum performance by keeping the hose straight and perpendicular
to the housing (see
Fig
. 6). Height adjustments are made by raising or lowering
one of the attachment links to a different area on the chain.
VACUUMING OPERATION
IMPORTANT: With the machine off and spark plug disconnected check the
condition of the replaceable liner before every use and replace if necessary.
EXHAUST DIRECTION & DISTANCE: Exhaust direction and distance are controlled by
the rotation of the exhaust elbow. Typically debris is aimed to discharge to the rear of the
container. The direction of discharge is adjusted by turning the crank on the exhaust
elbow clamp and rotating the elbow to the desired direction.
NOTE:
Elbow is heavy. Use
caution when adjusting. Never stand directly under the elbow while adjusting direction of
exhaust.
Never direct exhaust into an area where bystanders may cross the path of the
debris.
INTAKE OPERATION: With the fully assembled machine running, move the nozzle in
sweeping motions over debris. Always allow air to flow into the nozzle along with the
debris. Do not completely block the nozzle when vacuuming, it will reduce performance,
and increase clogging (See
Fig
. 4). For removal of heavier debris, or debris that is stuck to
the ground, rock nozzle forward to concentrate suction power around the debris (See
Fig
.
5).
UNCLOGGING A CLOGGED HOSE
With engine running and unit secured to a trailer, truck bed, or other similar surface,
fully stretch hose in a straight line to dislodge the clog. If the clog will not clear, turn unit
off, and allow engine to come to a complete stop. Remove hose and manually clear the
hose clog.
NOTE:
The clogged debris may be sharp. Always wear durable gloves when
removing clogs.
UNCLOGGING A CLOGGED HOUSING OR EXHAUST ELBOW
Turn engine off and wait for impeller to come to a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug
wires and battery cables. Remove the hose from the housing and determine where the
clog is located. If possible clear the clog through the intake opening. It may require
removal of the intake adaptor (item 11) to allow access to clear the housing. If clog is in
the elbow, carefully remove the elbow. Remove elbow by removing the bolts and nuts
on the elbow clamp so that the plates can be removed.
NOTE:
Elbow is very heavy. Do
not stand directly under elbow during removal.
Danger
, the clog may contain sharp
materials. Wearing durable gloves, clear the clog. Reconnect spark plug wire.
Fig
. 4
Hose
Fig
. 5
Hose Band
(Stretch hose
out before
clamping.)
Fig
. 6
*****TIPS*****
HOSE CARE
To increase hose life, periodically rotate hose and reposition nozzle and coupler on front plate of unit. This increases hose life by
keeping hose from wearing only on one side.
Keep hose as straight as possible and avoid sharp bends during operation for best pick-up and to avoid clogs. Never drag hose.
Always remove and store hose before transporting unit. Store hose straight and flat to maintain flexibility for next use.
THE HOSE IS A REPLACEABLE WEAR ITEM.
