Yard-Man 247.77038, Operator'S Manual

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Chipper Chute
Allow twigs and small branches up to 1 1/2” in diameter
to be fed into the impeller for chipping.
Blower Chute
When attached to unit the blower chute is used to blow
or scatter yard waste such as leaves, pine needles, or
small twigs across yard.
Nozzle Height Adjustment Lever
Used to adjust the nozzle ground clearance ranging
approximately 5/8” to 4 1/8”.
Nozzle
Yard waste such as leaves or pine needles can be
vacuumed up through the nozzle for shredding.
Hose Assembly
Used as an alternative to the nozzle to vacuum yard
waste such as leaves or pine needles in hard to reach
places.
Hose Handle
Used to guide hose assembly when vacuuming.
Nozzle/Hose Vac Handle
The nozzle/hose vac handle is located on top of the
nozzle and it is used to regulate the vacuum between
the nozzle and the hose assembly.
Throttle Control Lever (Not Shown)
The throttle control lever is located on the engine. It
controls the engine’s speed and stops the engine. See
separate engine manual packed with unit for details.
Engine Controls
See the separate engine manual for the location and
function of the controls on the engine.
Stopping Engine
• Move throttle control lever to STOP or OFF
position.
• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and
ground against the engine.
SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR YARD VACUUM
WARNING: The operation of the Yard
Vacuum can result in foreign objects
being thrown into the eyes, which can
damage your eyes severely. Always wear
the safety glasses provided with this unit
or eye shields before chipping or blowing
and while performing any adjustments or
repairs.
Gas And Oil Fill-Up
Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in
the separate engine manual packed with your Yard
Vacuum. Read instructions carefully.
WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors with
engine running or until the engine has
been allowed to cool for at least two
minutes after running.
Starting Engine
• Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain
the metal cap on the end of the spark plug is
fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark
plug.
• Make sure safety switch wire is connected to
engine and properly grounded.
• Engines with choke lever:
Move choke lever on engine to CHOKE position. (A
warm engine may not require choking).
• Engines with primer:
Prime engine as instructed in separate engine
manual.
• The throttle control is located on the engine. Move
engine throttle control lever to FAST or ON position.
• Stand behind unit, grasp starter handle and pull
rope out slowly until engine reaches start of
compression cycle (rope will pull slightly harder at
this point).
• Pull rope with a rapid, continuous, full arm stroke.
Keep a firm grip on starter handle. Let rope rewind
slowly.
• Repeat previous steps until engine fires. When
engine starts, move choke control (if equipped)
gradually to RUN position.
WARNING: Never run the engine indoors
or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine
exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an
odorless and deadly gas.
To Empty Bag
• Unhook bag straps from the lower handle and
unsnap bag clip from the top of lower handle.
See Figure 7.
• Grasp bag handle with one hand and pull lock rod
on mounting bracket with other hand toward engine
to release.
• Remove bag from rim of the discharge opening.
Refer to Figure 4.
• Twist the two buttons on the back of the bag to
unlock and empty contents. See Figure 7.