Vermeer McLaughlin V25, Operator And Maintenance Manual

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50-10 Operating the Vacuum Excavator V25/VX30G/VSK25/VSK30G Vacuum Excavators
Operation - Vacuum Excavation
During vacuum excavation, the vacuum tool uses a powerful air stream to remove wet or dry material.
Step 1:
Follow all instructions in “Prepare the Machine,”
page 40-14
, to
correctly position machine.
Step 2:
Follow the “Starting Procedure,”
page 22-1
.
Step 3: Follow necessary traffic control measures.
Step 4:
Connect vacuum hose(s) and tooling (1). Refer to “Vacuum Hoses
and Tooling - Connect,” page 50-3 .
NOTICE: Short hose lengths are recommended to reduce vacuum hose
clogging. If clogging occurs, refer to “Reverse Flow (Option),” page 50-12 .
DANGER: Vacuum can suffocate or damage vision or hearing.
Keep hose end away from face.
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