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As a Vacuum
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Tilt the vacuum tube slightly.
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Sweep the unit from side to side with the vacuum tube a few
inches above the ground.
WARNING:
The unit is designed to pick up dry
materials, such as leaves, grass, small twigs or bits of
paper. To avoid serious injury to the operator and severe
damage to the unit, do not vacuum wet debris or water. To
avoid severe damage to the unit, do not vacuum hard
materials, such as metal, glass, etc.
WARNING:
Avoid situations that could cause the
vacuum bag to catch fire. Do not operate the unit near an
open flame. Do not vacuum warm ash from fire places, fire
pits, etc. Do not vacuum discarded cigars or cigarettes
unless the cinders are completely cool.
EMPTYING THE VACUUM BAG
Vacuumed debris is mulched as it passes through the impeller. This
allows the vacuum bag to hold more debris.
Empty the vacuum bag whenever it becomes full. When the vacuum
bag is full, suction will decrease noticeably. Also empty the vacuum
bag after each operation to prevent the deterioration of the vacuum
bag and the obstruction of air flow.
1. Wear eye protection and a dust mask.
2. Lift the buckle to loosen the cinch strap (Fig. 9).
3. Remove the vacuum elbow tube from the vacuum bag (Fig. 9).
4. Unzip the vacuum bag and empty the contents into a garbage
bag or an appropriate container.
5. Turn the vacuum bag inside-out and vigorously shake out any
remaining dust and debris. Turn the vacuum bag right-side-out.
6. Re-install the vacuum bag. Refer to
Installing the Vacuum Bag
in
the
Assembly
section.
WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury, always stop
the engine and allow the impeller to come to a complete stop
before opening the vacuum bag.