Craftsman 987.799601 - Manual (Page 23)

OPERATION
VACUUM HOSE OPERATION
NOTE: The optional Vacuum Hose is designed lor
stationary vacuuming operation oniy.
OPERATION
1. Prepare the unit for use of the vacuum hose by
following the assembly steps on Page 14.
2. Move the machine to the vacuuming site and park the
machine on level ground.
NOTE: To avoid damaging the hose, drape the hose to
the right side of the machine when moving the machine
between vacuuming sites. Do not allow the hose to
touch the engine.
3. Use the handle attached to the hose to easily
maneuver the hose around corners, underneath bushes,
etc. See Figure 24.
4. To stop the machine, move the Engine Control Lever
all the way to the /eff {toward turtle position) until it stops.
5. Empty the collection bag frequently when using the
vacuum hose. See Page 12 for instructions.
6. Listen lor ali moving parts to come to a complete
stop. There is an audible, distinct sound produced as
the cutting blades slow down. Wait for this sound to stop
before inspecting, servicing, or changing the operating
mode of the machine.
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To Prevent Personal injury or Property Damap:
• Cutting blades begin to rotate when the engine
starts and siow doiwn gradually after the engine is
shut oft Do not aiiow hands or any other part of the
body, or clothing inside the vacuum hose opening,
blower discharge opening, chipper chute, or near any
moving part,
• Before inspecting, cleaning, or servicing the
machine, slop the engine and make sure that all
moving parts have come to a complete stop.
Disconnect the spark plug wire and secure it away
from the spark plug.
« To avoid personal Injury or property damage, do not
operate this machine for vacuuming unless the
Udy {«> llloldlitsU.
• Review all of the roles in the Safety Section of this
Manual.
Tips for Using the Vacuum Hose
□ When vacuuming, move the hose slowly kom side to
side,
□ To avoid clogging, do not vacuum too much material
at once. Vacuum some material, let the hose
''breathe," and then vacuum some more.
Q Also keep the hose as straight as possible to prevent
clogging.
Q Do not attempt to move the machine by pulling on the
hose. This could damage the hose and cause the
machine to move unsafely
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IMMEDIATELY STOP THE ENGINE AND MAKE SURE
THAT ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE COME TO A
COMPLETE STOP. DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG
WIRE AND SECURE IT AWAY FROM THE SPARK
PLUG^ REFER TO PAGE 26 FOR SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS AND DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS ON
HOWTO REMOVE JAMS AND CLOGS
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