Echo DL10570 Owners Manual v.3 - Manual (Page 13)

8 & 10 Inch Debris Loaders 9
Section
OPERATION
4
1. Check engine oil level before starting. Add oil if low,
but do not overfill.
2. Make sure the hose inlet is free from debris.
3. Point the discharge tube in the correct direction.
4. Turn the fuel cut-off switch to ON.
5. Turn the engine switch to the ON position.
6. Move choke to the ON position (If restarting a warm
engine, partial or no choke may be necessary).
7. Move the throttle to between half and full throttle.
8. Pull the recoil starter until light resistance is felt. Then,
pull briskly. Make sure the starting cord retracts. Repeat
until engine starts.
BE PREPARED. 390cc & 570cc models, the hose
inlet starts to vacuum debris as soon as the engine
starts.
DANGER
4.1 ATTACHING/UNHOOKING
ATTACHING
1. Use a jack or hoist to raise the unit, so the debris loader
hitch tube is even with the vehicle hitch channel.
2. Back the towing vehicle up to the debris loader. Slide
the hitch tube into the vehicle hitch channel.
3. Fasten the hitch tube in the hitch channel with receiver
hitch pin.
UNHOOKING
Adequately support the debris loader with a jack or hoist.
The unit weighs approximately 280 pounds (127 kg).
4. Remove the pin from the hitch tube.
5. Slowly pull the towing vehicle away from the debris
loader.
Move the machine to a clear, level area outdoors
before starting. Do not operate in the vicinity of
bystanders. Make sure the cutting chamber is empty
before starting.
CAUTION
1. Gradually move throttle to the slowest position.
2. Turn the engine switch to OFF.
3. If applicable, turn the fuel cut-off switch to OFF.
4.3 STOPPING THE MACHINE
1. Run engine at full operating speed before starting to
vacuum.
2. Point the hose inlet towards the debris to be removed. Use
a sweeping motion to remove debris from a large area.
4.4 VACUUMING OPERATION
1. Keep hands or any other part of body or clothing away
from the hose inlet, discharge chute, or any moving
part.
2. Maintain proper balance and footing at all times.
3. Be careful when vacuuming around gravel, gardens,
lawn ornaments, etc.
4. Keep hose as straight as possible during operation in
order to prevent plugging.
5. Use a sweeping motion when vacuuming debris.
6. For maximum suction, keep nozzle close to debris, but
do not block air flow into the nozzle.
7. To extend hose life, periodically rotate the hose on the
fan housing and intake nozzle. This will promote even
wear on the hose.
4.5 VACUUMING SAFETY & TIPS
4.2 STARTING RECOIL MODELS
1. Turn off the machine and wait for all moving parts to
stop.
2. Remove the hose assembly by unscrewing the two
knobs that hold it to the fan housing. Store the hose
inside the towing vehicle so it will not drag on the
ground.
3. Obey road signs and limits.
4.6 TRANSPORTING
9. Move the choke to the RUN position.
10. Gradually move the choke lever to the OFF position as
the engine warms.
11. Gradually move the throttle to the full throttle position.