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Yard Vacuum

Chipper/Shredder/

Vacuum/Hose

Model Number

24A-061I401

 

IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

MTD LLC P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019

Warning: 

This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-

covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting            
applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. 
In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have 
similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized 
service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

FORM NO. 

770-10534D.fm

(7/03)

Operator’s Manual

Summary of Contents for 24A-061I401

Page 1: ...with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws if any If a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator In the State of California the above...

Page 2: ...below ENGINE INFORMATION The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine related issues with regards to performance power rating specifications warranty and service Please refer to the engine ma...

Page 3: ...and discharge opening Contact with the rotating impeller can amputate fingers hands and feet 8 Never attempt to unclog either the feed intake or discharge opening remove or empty vacuum bag or inspect...

Page 4: ...ne Never empty or change vacuum bag while the engine is running Zippered end of vacuum bag must be kept closed at all times during operation 9 Never operate without either the inlet nozzle or optional...

Page 5: ...acuum is observed from the operating position Removing Unit From Carton Remove staples break glue on top flaps or cut tape at carton end and peel along top flap to open carton Remove loose parts if in...

Page 6: ...n the base and align pin with the first hole in the hose adapter Release the pin to lock the hose in place Connect the hose handle near nozzle end of hose to the side bracket on the upper handle Refer...

Page 7: ...r unit to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments WARNING The operation of any Yard Vacuum can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes which can result...

Page 8: ...ructed 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...

Page 9: ...t to shred or chip any material other than vegetation found in a normal yard i e branches leaves twigs etc Avoid fibrous plants such as tomato vines until they are thoroughly dried out Materials such...

Page 10: ...il Refer to Figure 6 Nozzle height adjustment levers Lubricate the pivot points of the nozzle height adjustment levers once a season with light oil Refer to Figure 6 Locking Rod Lubricate the locking...

Page 11: ...ve the hose bracket hanger to get access to the hex screw See Figure 12 Remove hex screw and flat washer on top of rear housing mounting bracket and the lock nut that secures flail screen See Figure 1...

Page 12: ...r assembly Replace or sharpen chipper blade When sharpening blade protect hands by using gloves and follow the original angle of grind Reassemble by performing the previous steps in reverse order Tigh...

Page 13: ...osition 3 Clean fuel line fill tank with clean fresh gasoline 4 Drain fuel tank Refill with fresh fuel 5 Clean or replace air cleaner 6 See authorized service dealer Too much vibration 1 Loose parts o...

Page 14: ...ST FOR MODEL 24A 061I401 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 7 4 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 11 23 24 25 26 22 27 28 29 24 30 31 32 33 34 35 58 37 38 39 4 11 40 41 42 43 44 4 45 46 47 48 50 51 50 52 53 54 31 49 55 5...

Page 15: ...p Screw 5 16 18 x 4 5 29 710 3025 Hex Cap Screw 5 16 18 x 625 30 710 0502A Hex Washer Screw 3 8 16 x 1 25 31 710 0751 Hex Cap Screw 1 4 20 x 620 32 731 2484 Hose Base Adapter 33 716 0104 E Ring 500 Di...

Page 16: ...1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 17 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 15 37 38 56 40 41 42 43 44 58 55 59 60 47 48 49 50 51 52 42 53 54 44 46 45 56 57 61 62 15 15 55 5...

Page 17: ...n Spring 31 732 1151 Torsion Spring LH 32 732 1150 Torsion Spring RH 33 731 2294 Nozzle Door 34 711 1582 Rod 25 x 1 25 Lg 35 781 0725A Front Wheel Support Brace 36 781 0777 Rear Wheel Support Brace 37...

Page 18: ...18 NOTES...

Page 19: ...19 NOTES...

Page 20: ...ntenance items such as lubricants filters blade sharpening tune ups brake adjustments clutch adjustments deck adjustments and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure d MTD d...

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