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OPERATION
Figure 10
Now that you have set up your yard vacuum for operation, get
acquainted with its controls and features. These are described below
and illustrated on this page. This knowledge will allow you to use your
new equipment to its fullest potential.
CHIPPER CHUTE
Allows twigs and small branches up to 1-1/2” in diameter to be fed into
the impeller for chipping. See Figure 10.
DRIVE CONTROL
Located on the underside of the upper handle, the drive control is used
to engage/disengage wheels. Fully squeeze the drive control against
the upper handle to engage the wheels; release to disengage. (DO
NOT slip clutch).
SPEED CONTROL
Located on the left side of the upper handle, the speed control is used
to select the forward speed of the yard vacuum.
IMPORTANT
: Move the speed control only when the engine is
running. Changing the speed control setting with the engine off can
damage the yard vacuum.
NOZZLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER
Used to adjust the nozzle ground clearance ranging approximately
from 5/8” to 4 1/8”. See Figure 10.
NOZZLE
Yard waste such as leaves or pine needles can be vacuumed up
through the nozzle for shredding.
HOSE ASSEMBLY
Used as an alternative to the nozzle to vacuum yard waste such as
leaves or pine needles in hard to reach places. See Figure 10.
NOZZLE/ HOSE VAC LEVER
The nozzle/hose vac handle is located on top of the nozzle. Use it to
switch vacuum suction between the nozzle and the hose assembly.
HOSE HANDLE
Used to guide hose assembly when vacuuming.
Meets ANSI Safety Standards
Craftsman Yard Vacuums conform to the safety standard of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
Throttle Control
Choke Control
Hose Handle
Bag Handle
Chipper
Chute
Spark Plug Wire
Nozzle/Hose
Vac Lever
Nozzle
Lower
Hose Handle
Bracket
Starter
Handle
Hose Assembly
Nozzle Height
Adjustment Lever
Oil Fill
Gasoline Fill
Bag
Speed
Control
Drive Control
Blower
Chute
WARNING
The operation of any yard vacuum can result in foreign objects being
thrown into the eyes, which can damage your eyes severely. Always
wear the safety glasses provided with this unit or eye shields while
operating or performing any adjustments or repairs on it.
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