Part No 831500
Form No F021213A
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QVSP Operator’s Manual
OPERATION
VACUUMING OPERATION
VACUUM NOZZLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT:
Is adjusted by turning the knob clockwise increases height and counter-clockwise to
lower it. Adjust nozzle height according to surface conditions and debris size; For vacuuming on flat surfaces, set
nozzle 1/2" (12.7
mm) to 5/8" (15.8 mm) above ground; Higher for uneven terrain and turf.
FOR MAXIMUM PICKUP:
Adjust nozzle close to debris, but without blocking airflow into the nozzle.
NOTE
: Never bury nozzle into debris.
CLEARING A CLOGGED NOZZLE & EXHAUST
:
Turn engine off and wait for impeller to stop completely and
disconnect spark plug wire. Wearing durable gloves, remove clog.
Danger
, the clog may contain sharp materials. Reconnect
spark plug wire.
DEBRIS BAG
Debris bags are normal replaceable wear items
.
Note:
Frequently empty debris to prevent bag overloading with more weight than you can lift.
Use the dust skirt when debris will be vacuumed in dusty conditions.
DO NOT place bag on or near hot surface
, such as engine. Run engine at 1/2 throttle for first 1/2 hour to condition new bag. Your
new bag requires a break-in period to condition the pores of the material against premature blockage. The entire bag surface serves
as a filter, and must be able to breathe to have good vacuum performance. Be sure engine has come to a complete stop before
removing or emptying bag.
HOOD FILTER
HOOD filters are normal replaceable wear items
.
The Hood filter is for use in dry dusty conditions only. DO NOT get the filter wet. Clean with light compressed air only.
DUST SOCK
Dust Socks are normal replaceable wear items.
See dust sock care next page.
This vacuum is designed for picking up trash, organic material and other similar debris.
However, many vacuums are used where dust is mixed with trash. Your unit can intermittently vacuum in dusty areas. Dust is the
greatest cause of lost vacuum performance. However, following these rules will help maintain your machine's ability to vacuum in
dusty conditions:
•Run machine at idle to quarter throttle.
•The debris bag must be cleaned more frequently. A vacuum with a clean, pillow soft bag will have good pickup performance. One
with a dirty, tight bag will have poor pickup performance. If dirty, empty debris and vigorously shake bag free of dust.
Having one or more spare debris bags is a good way to reduce down time while dirty bags are being cleaned.
•
DO NOT
leave debris in bag while in storage.
PROPULSION
PROPULSION:
First set the forward or reverse lever to the desired position. (Having the lever straight up will put the unit into
neutral). To drive in a straight path squeeze both levers, for turning right squeeze the right lever only and likewise to turn left,
squeeze the left lever. When no levers are pulled in the unit will freewheel. Do not partially engage the transmission when engaging
the levers. The levers must be completely engaged. Prolonged use of partial engagement could cause internal damage to
transmission.
