MTD Series 020 - Manual (Page 10)

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Figure 4-1
Now that you have set up your yard vacuum for
operation, get acquainted with its controls and features.
These are described below and illustrated on this page.
This knowledge will allow you to use your new equip-
ment to its fullest potential.
WARNING: The operation of any
chipper shredder 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 while operating or while performing any
adjustments or repairs.
CHIPPER CHUTE
Allows twigs and small branches up to 1-1/2” in diameter
to be fed into the impeller for chipping. See Figure 4-1.
NOZZLE
Yard waste such as leaves or pine needles can be
vacuumed up through the nozzle for shredding.
BAG
Collects shredded material fed through the chipper
chute or vacuumed through the nozzle.
BLOWER CHUTE
(If Equipped)
When attached to unit, the blower chute is used to
discharge yard waste such as leaves, pine needle, or
small twigs across yard.
BAG HANDLE
Used to grasp bag in order to assist in attaching, remov-
ing, and emptying bag. See Figure 4-1.
NOZZLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
LEVER
Used to adjust the nozzle ground clearance ranging
approximately from 5/8” to 4 1/8”.
STARTER HANDLE
The starter handle is attached to the right upper handle.
Stand behind unit and pull the starter handle to start
engine. See Figure 4-1.
ENGINE CONTROLS
See the separate engine manual for the location and
function of the controls on the engine.
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Operating
Your
Chipper
Shredder
Vacuum
WARNING
The operation of any
chipper shredder
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
while operating or
while performing
any adjustments or
repairs.
Know Your Chipper Shredder Vacuum
Blower
Chute†
Chipper
Chute
Bag Handle
Starter
Handle
Bag
Nozzle
†If Equipped
Nozzle Height
Adjustment Lever
Oil Fill
Gasoline Fill