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CAUTION!!!!
SPINNING BLADE
OPERATING PROCEDURE
BEFORE STARTING,
Follow the engine manufacturer’s instructions in preparing engine for
operation. Never fill fuel tank indoors, with engine running or while engine is hot.
Do
not smoke while
filling tank
!
1. Inspect area to be vacuumed and pickup all harmful objects and litter. Rocks and other harmful
debris can do serious damage to vacuum assembly and cause bodily injury.
2. For best vacuuming results operate tractor at manufacturer's recommended speed for best cutting. If grass is high,
mow first and vacuum on the second pass.
3. Your vacuum is preset to run at approximately 3200-RPM (380), 3800-RPM (385), at no load. Do not slow down engine.
4. SHUT OFF ENGINE TO UNLOAD.
5. When operating tractor on slope or grade, exercise
EXTREME CAUTION
. Do not cut across grade or
slope. Mow directly up and down hills.
6. Periodically check all fasteners for tightness.
7. Listen for unusual vibration of engine or air turbine. If excessive vibration is present,
STOP
engine and check for
damage to turbine fan.
8. Always shut off tractor engine and vacuum engine before servicing.
9. Replace deflector shield when discharge chute is removed.
10. When removing clogs,
SHUT OFF ALL ENGINES and wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop!
Failure to do so can cause serious bodily injury!
11. Do not tow unit on public roads
12. Do not carry passengers on unit
13. Avoid sudden turns or maneuvers.
EXTENDED STORAGE PROCEDURES
1.
Wash and clean vacuum, and lubricate any lubrication points.
2.
Drain fuel from the tank and run vacuum until fuel is exhausted in carburetor.
3.
Drain and change the engine oil.
4.
Clean tires and check pressure. Raising and supporting unit with weight off tires is recommended.
5.
When storing a unit with Rubbermaid
containers, leave containers latched to top.
6.
Store inside a clean dry area, when not in use.
TRAC VAC WARRANTY POLICY
Midwest Equipment Manufacturing, Inc. will repair or replace, free of charge, any part, or parts that are
defective in material or workmanship or both for a period of one year residential use, and 90 day’s for
commercial and rental use. The purchaser will pay transportation charges on parts submitted for replacement
under warranty. For warranty service, contact your local dealer from whom the unit was purchased. There are
no other express or implied warranties. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts, and some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitation and exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may
also have other rights, which vary from state to state.
MIDWEST EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURING, INC.-5225 Serum Plant Rd.-Thorntown, IN
46071
Phone: 1-800-Trac-Vac
