Leaf and litter vacuum
Original Operation Manual
English -10
6
Operation
Before starting the machine, please read the safety information on
pages 4 and 5 as well as the "Activities prior to use" section on page
10.
6.1
Safety
Unauthorised restart
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It is prohibited to start the machine while another person is
working on it.
Risks of non-applied protection devices
WARNING !
Danger of injuries due to missing protective
covers!
Lack of covers may cause injuries by flinging materials.
Do not open or remove any covers during operation.
Risks of insufficient order and cleanliness
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Clean the machine regularly.
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Check the machine for blocking objects.
Requirements at location of use
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Only leave the machine on plane surfaces and solid ground.
6.2
Activities prior to use
To ensure your safety and the maximum service life of the machine,
please check the following before switching on the machine:
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Observe the safety information in this manual at all times.
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Ignition switch set to OFF
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Check the vacuum nozzle for any foreign objects
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Check the machine for damage and repair as required
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Check the fuel level
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Check the motor oil level
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Check the condition of the safety devices. The machine must not
be started if safety devices are missing or defective.
WARNING !
Exhaust gases contain toxic carbon
monoxide!
The machine must never be started or used indoors or in enclosed
spaces where other persons may be present.
Only operate the machine outdoors.
6.3
Switching the machine on and off
Basic prerequisites for switching on the machine
- Adjust the height of the vacuum nozzle
- Attach the collection bag
- Check the machine's fuel level and refill as required.
Switching on
1. Set the choke lever to CLOSED
2. Open the fuel tap
3. Set the ignition switch to ON
4. Set the throttle to FULL
5. Pull the starter handle and guide it back gently
6. Move the choke to OPEN
Switching off
1. Set the throttle to STOP
2. Set the ignition switch to OFF
3. Close the fuel tap
Switching off in an emergency
1. Immediately switch the machine to OFF
2. Leave the machine.
Switching on again after an overload or EMERGENCY-OFF
1. Move the engine switch to OFF
2. Wait until the machine has come to a standstill
3. Remove any blockage
4. Start the motor
6.4
Normal operation
1. Basic setting:
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Park machine on an even surface
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Refill consumables
2. Push the collection bag into the machine support.
3. Switch on the machine
3.1 Set the choke lever to CLOSED (only when engine is cold)
3.2 Open the fuel tap
3.3 Move the ignition switch to ON
3.4 Pull the starter handle
3.5 Move the choke to OPEN as required
3.6 Set the power output using the throttle
If no functional failures occur until then, the machine is ready for
use.
4. Push the machine over the material to be collected
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Set throttle to FULL
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Use the turning handle for the drive to move the machine
forward and back
5. Empty the collection bag when the machine begins to move down
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To empty the collection bag, switch off the machine first or set
to Idle. See Section 6.6.
6. The vacuum nozzle can be lowered for heavy materials to be
collected.
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Move the height adjustment lever to the desired position.
7. Switch off the machine before leaving it
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Place the machine in a dry area
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End drive operation
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Move the ignition switch to OFF
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Close the fuel tap.
In the event of faulty operation, please contact your Cramer dealer.
