DR PILOT XT, Safety & Operating Instructions Manual

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DR ®
LEAF and LAWN VACUUM
Operating this Vacuum safely is necessary to prevent or minimize the risk of death or serious injury . Unsafe operation can create
a number of hazards for you. Always take the following precautions when operating this vacuum:
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Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people, their property, and
themselves.
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Your DR Walk-Behind Leaf and Lawn Vacuum is a powerful tool. Exercise extreme caution at all times. The design of this
machine is to vacuum debris. Do not use it for any other purpose.
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Know how to stop the vacuum quickly.
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Never allow people or pets to ride on the DR Walk-Behind Leaf and Lawn Vacuum.
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Never start the engine without the Hose fully inserted and secured at both ends.
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Never attempt to remove the Debris Bag while the DR Walk-Behind Leaf and Lawn Vacuum engine is running. Debris may
exit at high velocity out of the openings created in the seams as you unlatch the debris bag.
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Remove or empty the debris bag after each use to prevent spontaneous combustion due to decaying material.DO NOT
STORE DEBRIS BAGS INDOORS.
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Do not vacuum in sandy areas where you will vacuum large quantities of sand.
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Never operate the vacuum near hot or burning debris
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Never operate the vacuum near toxic or explosive materials.
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Never operate the vacuum near campfire sites. Even seemingly extinguished fires may retain hot embers and coals.
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If the machine should start making an unusual noise or vibration, stop the engine and wait five minutes to cool. Vibration is
generally a warning of trouble. Disconnect the spark plug wire and inspect for clogging, damaged, or worn impeller, loose
impeller bolt, or loose engine mounting bolts. Clean and repair and/or replace damaged parts.
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Always shut off the DR Walk-Behind Leaf and Lawn Vacuum engine, wait five minutes to cool, and disconnect the spark plug
wire before attempting to clear any obstructions.
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Always keep the equipment in a good safe operating condition. Always make sure that nuts and bolts are tight and nothing is
damaged.
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Use the DR Walk-Behind Leaf and Lawn Vacuum only in daylight.
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While using the vacuum, do not hurry or take things for granted. When in doubt about the equipment, or your surroundings,
stop the machine and take the time to look things over.
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Never leave the machine unattended with the engine running.
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Do not operate the machine when under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
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See manufacturer’s instructions for proper operation and installation of accessories. Only use accessories approved by DR
Power Equipment.
General Safety
A Note to All Users
Under California law, and the laws of some other states, you are not permitted to operate an internal combustion Engine
using hydrocarbon fuels without an Engine spark arrester. This also applies to operation on US Forest Lands. All DR Walk-
Behind Leaf and Lawn Vacuums shipped are provided with spark arresters. Failure of the owner or operator to maintain this
equipment in compliance with state regulations is a misdemeanor under California law and may be in violation of other state
and/or federal regulations. Contact your State Park Association or the appropriate state organization for specific information
in your area.
No list of warnings and cautions can be all-inclusive. If situations occur that are not covered by this manual, the operator
must apply common sense and operate this Lawn Vacuum in a safe manner. Contact us at www.DRpower.com or call 1 (800)
DR-owner (376-9637) for assistance.