MTD 242-662-000 - Manual (Page 2)

IMPORTANT
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFET' INSTRUCTIONS 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 \OUR POWER VACUUM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUC­
TIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. WHE N YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL- ^ HEED ITS WARNING.
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Your power vacuum was juilt to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manu-
DANGER: al. As with any type of po ver equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result
in serious injury. If you vi( ilate any of these rules, you may cause serious injury to yourself or others.
1. Read this operating and service instruction manual carefull;'. Be thor­
oughly familiar with the controls and proper use of the po /ver vacu­
um.
2. Never allow children to operate this power vaccum.
3. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particul irly small
children and pets.
4. Check fuel before starting engine. Do not fill fuel tank indc ors, when
engine is running, or while engine is hot. Wipe off any s Dilled 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 stop the
engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is g snerally a
warning of trouble.
8. Before cleaning, repairing or inspecting, make certain £ll moving
parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect spark plui i wire and
keep wire away from plug to prevent accidental starting. \lso 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 a com alete stop
before attempting to remove the obstruction. Disconnect s park 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.
Never operate this power vacuum unless air duct and vacuum bag
are properly affixed in their places. Large zippered end of bag must
be closed when operating to prevent objects from being blown out.
Never empty vacuum bag when engine is running.
Never change auxiliary hose attachment when engine is running.
16. The manufacturer recommends that the operator wear safety glass­
es or some other suitable eye protection when operating this
machine.
Check the vacuum bag frequently for wear and replace when neces­
sary.
Never operate as a leaf blower unless deflector assembly (optional
equipment) is properly affixed in its place.
Exercise caution whenever operating as a leaf blower. Do not allow
discharge to be pointed in the direction of persons.
No one should operate this unit while intoxicated or while taking
medication that impairs the senses or reactions.
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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK
Hardware pack may contain extra ite ns which are not used on your unit. Hardware is shown
approximately one-half size. Quantiti }s of parts and part numbers are shown in parentheses.
ATTACHING THE
LOWER HANDLE
Hex Bolts
-3/8-16
X
1-1/2"
Long
(710-0344)
-Lock Washers
3/8" I.D.
(736-0169)
Hex Nuts
3/8-16 Thread
(712-0798)
Hex Bolts
3/8-16
X
3/4"
Long
(710-0201)
Cupped Washers
3/8" I.D.
-0331)
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ATTACHING THE
REAR WHEELS
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Wheel Spacers
-f—1/2" I.D.
(750-0588)
Flat Washers
1/2" I.D. x1" O.D.
(736-0272)
Push Caps
(726-0128)
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AT ACHING THE UPPER HANDLE
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Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x
1-3/4" Long
------(710-0136)
Hex Lock Nuts
1/4-20 Thread
(712-0107)
ATTACHING THE
AIR DUCT ASSEMBLY
Hand Knob
(720-0170)
Cupped
Washer 5/16" I.D.—W Q
(736-0242) ^
ATTACHING THE BAG
-Stud Pins
(711-0737)
✓ —X Push-On
—Speed Nuts
(1539-019)
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