GVM-VAC GVM6600-CM, Owner'S Manual

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Operating Section
3.3 Dumping the Body
Review the Engine Operating Manual supplied with your
leaf vacuum for specific start-up, maintenance and op -
erating instructions. It is especially important to review
break-in service procedures for brand new units.
Thoroughly read and understand the safety and
pre-operating sections of this manual before star-
ing the engine.
figure 3.3a
1. Perform all the pre-starting, pre-operating checks out-
lined in the EOM and in this manual.
2. Start the engine as previously discussed in this manual
and in the EOM. Make sure the PTO is disengaged.
3. Do a thorough inspection of the entire area around
and above the unit, looking for any object that could
get in the way of the body dumping.
4. Make sure the surface is level and the ground is solid
before dumping.
5. Increase the throttle to 1,200 rpm. Do not race the
engine while using the hoist.
Dumping the body (refer to figures 3.3a and 3.3b):
Make sure the unit is properly attached to the tow
vehicle and the surface is level and solid before
raising the body .
figure 3.3b
Watch for any overhead obstacles such as power
lines and tree limbs before dumping.
Make sure all people and animals
are completely clear of the unit dur-
ing the dumping process.
Always operate the dump body
controls from the front of the unit,
standing beside the tongue.
Red- Latches are closed, body should not be
dumped
Green- Latches are open, ok to dump.