MTD 241-675-000 - Manual (Page 2)

INDEX
Safety Rules..................................................................2
Assembly.......................................................................3
Operation.......................................................................6
Adjustments..................................................................7 Maintenance..................................................................7
Off-Season Storage......................................................9
Troubie Shooting..........................................................9
Replacement Parts ...............................................10-12
IMPORTANT
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
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THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUIITIONS WHICH, IF NOT FOLLOWED, COULD ENDANGER THE PERSONAL SAFETY
AND/OR PROPERTY OF YOURSELF AND OTHERS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING
TO OPERATE YOUR POWER VACUUM. FAILURE TO COM ^LY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. WHEN
YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL-
A HEED ITS WARNI №.
A
AC
DANGER
Your power vacuum was built to be opeiated according to the rules for safe operation in this manuai.
As with any type of power equipment, careiessness or error on the part of the operator can resuit in
serious injury, if you vioiate any of the; e ruies, you may cause serious injury to yourself or others.
1. Read this operating and service instruction manual carefi lly. Be
thoroughly familiar with the controls and proper use of the power
vacuum.
2. Never allow children to operate this power vaccum.
3. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particular!:' small
children and pets.
4. Check fuel before starting engine. Do not fill fuel tank ir doors,
when engine is running, or while engine is hot. Wipe off any spilled
fuel before starting engine.
5. Do not change engine governor settings.
6 . Do not put hands near rotating parts for any reason.
7. If the power vacuum should start to vibrate abnormally, s op the
engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is g jneral-
ly a warning of trouble.
8 . Before cleaning, repairing or inspecting, make certain all moving
parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug wire
and keep wire away from plug to prevent accidental startin
3 . Also
keep throttle control lever in the stop position.
9. If the power vacuum should become blocked with debris at any
point, shut engine off and wait until the impeller comes to i com­
plete stop before attempting to remove the obstruction. Discon­
nect spark plug wire to prevent accidental starting.
10. Check all bolts for tightness at frequent periods.
11. Never store this power vacuum with fuel in the tank. Allow engine
to cool before storing in any enclosure.
12. Keep bag and equipment free of debris when not in use.
13. Never operate this power vacuum unless air duct and vacuum bag
are properly affixed in their place. Large zippered end of bag must
be closed when operating to prevent objects from being blown out.
14. Never empty vacuum bag when engine is running.
15. Never change inlet nozzle or auxiliary hose attachment when engine
is running.
16. The manufacturer recommends that the operator wear safety
glasses or some other suitable eye protection when operating this
machine.
17. Check the vacuum bag frequently for wear and replace when
necessary.
18. Never operate as a leaf blower unless impeller guard and guard
assembly are properly affixed in their place.
19. Exercise caution whenever operating as a leaf blower. Do not allow
discharge to be pointed in the direction of persons.
20. No one should operate this unit while intoxicated or while taking
medication that impairs the senses or reactions.
WARNING: This unit is equipped with an inte nai combustion engine and should not be used on or near any
unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or gi ass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped
with a spark arrester meeting applicable local c r state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be main­
tained in effective working order by the opera or.
In the State of California the above is requirec by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code).
Other states may have simiiar laws. Federal law! f apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available
through your nearest engine authorized service dealer.
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