MTD 242-685-000 - Manual (Page 2)

IMPORTANT
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
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THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH, IF NOT FOLLOWED, COULD ENDANGER THE
PERSONAL SAFETY AND/OR PROPERTY OF YOl JRSELF AND OTHERS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS
MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE VOUR 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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A Your power vacuum was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manu-
DANGER: al. As with any type of pc wer equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result
in serious injury. If you vl slate any of these rules, you may cause serious injury to yourself or others.
1. Read this operating and service instruction manual careful /. Be thor­
oughly familiar with the controls and proper use of the pi >wer vacu­
um.
2. Never allow children to operate this power vaccum.
3. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particu arly small
children and pets.
4. Check fuel before starting engine. Do not fill fuel tank ind^ lors, when
engine is running, or while engine is hot. Wipe off any ipilled 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 abnormall;, stop the
engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is jenerally a
warning of trouble.
8. Before cleaning, repairing or inspecting, make certain all moving
parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect spark pk g wire and
keep wire away from plug to prevent accidental starting. Also keep
throttle control lever in the stop position.
9. If the power vacuum should become blocked with debris a: any point,
shut engine off and wait until the impeller comes to a cor iplete stop
before attempting to remove the obstruction. Disconnect 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 glass­
es or some other suitable eye protection when operating this
machine.
17. Check the vacuum bag frequently for wear and replace when neces­
sary.
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.
CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK
(Hardware pack may contain extra items which are not used on your unit. Quantities of parts and part
number > are shown in parentheses.)
ATTACHING THE NOZZLE AND
AIR DUCT ASSEMBLY
Hand Knobs
(Qty. 3)
(720-0170)
Cupped
Washers (Qty. 3)
(736-0242)
Flat
Washers (Qty. 2)
(736-0231)—
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UPPER HANDLE
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Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x
1-3/4" Long (Qty. 4)
(710-0136)
He:t Lock Nuts
1/4-20 Thread
(Qty. 4)
(712-0107)
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Stu d Pins (Qty
(711-0737)
Push-On
Speed Nuts
(Qty. 2)
(1539-019)
ATTACHING THE CLUTCH ROD
(Self-Propelled Units Only)
Clutch Grip and Extension^______ _
Spring are Not Shown L )
Clevis Pin
(Qty. 1)
(711-0679)-
Hairpin Clip
(Qty. 1)
(714-0145)
Hex Lock
Nut 1/4-20 Thread
(Qty.1)
(712-0107)
Hex Jam Nut
1/4-20 Thread
(Qty. 1)
(712-0298)
(Thinner Nut)
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