QV PUSH Owner’s Manual
Part No 27831508
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OPERATION
VACUUM OPERATION
WARNING: The maximum RPM’s on the unit’s engine are set. Altering them from the factory settings could
potentially damage the unit and void warranty.
VACUUM NOZZLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT: Adjust by turning the knob clockwise to increase height and counter-clockwise to
lower it. Adjust nozzle height according to surface conditions and debris size. For vacuuming on flat surfaces, set
nozzle 1/2"
(12.7 mm) to 5/8" (15.8 mm) above ground. Adjust higher for uneven terrain and turf.
FOR MAXIMUM PICKUP:
Adjust nozzle close to debris, but without blocking airflow into the nozzle.
NOTE
: Never bury nozzle
into debris.
CLEARING A CLOGGED NOZZLE & EXHAUST:
Turn engine off and wait for impeller to stop completely and
disconnect spark plug wire. Wearing durable gloves, remove clog, this may require removing the front nozzle.
DANGER
, the clog may contain sharp materials. Reconnect spark plug wire.
DEBRIS BAG
Debris bags are normal replaceable wear items
.
NOTE
:
Frequently empty debris to prevent bag overloading with more weight than you can lift. Use the dust skirt when
debris will be vacuumed in dusty conditions.
DO NOT place bag on or near hot surface
, such as engine. Run engine at 1/2 throttle for first 1/2 hour to condition new bag.
Your new bag requires a break-in period to condition the pores of the material against premature blockage. The entire bag
surface serves as a filter, and must be able to breathe to have good vacuum performance. Be sure engine has come to a
complete stop before removing or emptying bag.
HOOD FILTER
Hood filters are normal replaceable wear items. The hood filter is for use in dry dusty conditions only. DO NOT get the filter wet.
Clean with light compressed air only.
DUST SOCK
Dust socks are normal replaceable wear items.
See next page for dust sock care.
DUSTY CONDITIONS
This vacuum is designed for picking up trash, organic material and other similar debris. However, many vacuums are used where
dust is mixed with trash. Your unit can intermittently vacuum in dusty areas. Dust is the greatest cause of lost vacuum
performance. However, following these rules will help maintain your machine's ability to vacuum in dusty conditions:
•
Run machine at idle to quarter throttle.
•
The debris bag must be cleaned more frequently. A vacuum with a clean, pillow soft bag will have good pickup
performance. One with a dirty, tight bag will have poor pickup performance. If dirty, empty debris and vigorously shake
bag free of dust.
Having one or more spare debris bags is a good way to reduce down time while dirty bags are being
cleaned.
DO NOT
leave debris in bag while in storage.
NOT
FOR
REPRODUCTION
