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ENGINE OIL
IMPORTANT: Make sure engine is level
when checking oil.
To check oil level:
1. Turn engine off and let cool for at least
three minutes.
2. Remove cap from oil fill.
3. Check oil level on dipstick. Oil level must
be maintained at safe operating level.
See
SPECIFICATIONS on page 19. See
Engine Manual for detailed information.
4. Replace cap.
To add oil:
1. Turn engine off and let cool for at least
three minutes.
2. Remove cap from oil fill and add oil. Do
not overfill. See Engine Manual.
3. Replace cap.
4. Clean up any spilled oil.
OPERATION
For Best Performance
Operate with vacuum inlet as close to ground
as possible without blocking airflow.
Under extremely dusty conditions, empty and
clean bag frequently.
Start Engine
1. Check oil level. See Engine Oil on
page 14.
2. Make sure collection bag is properly
attached. See
Collection Bag on
page 12 and Interlock Switch on
page 13.
3. Open fuel shut-off valve.
4. Move throttle control lever to FAST.
IMPORTANT: If engine is cold, move throttle
control lever to FULL CHOKE. Do not apply
choke to a warm engine.
5. Slowly pull recoil starter handle until
engine compression makes pulling
difficult. Let starter rewind a little and
then pull smoothly and quickly.
6. Repeat Step 5 as needed.
7. Gradually move throttle control lever out
of FULL CHOKE position after engine
starts.
IMPORTANT: If engine does not start after
three attempts, see
TROUBLESHOOTING
on page 18.
Stop Engine
1. Release drive control bar.
2. Move throttle control lever to STOP.
3. Remove hearing protection and listen for
all moving parts to completely stop.
4. If finished with unit, close fuel shut-off
valve.
CLEARING CLOGS
1. If discharge clogs, STOP THE ENGINE
IMMEDIATELY and disconnect the spark
plug wire from the spark plug. Wait for all
moving parts to completely stop.
2. Empty and clean collection bag if
overfilled. While bag is removed, use a
stick to clear any debris from discharge
chute. See
Figure 10.
ADJUSTING DRIVE BELT
TENSION
Model 995049
If unit starts to slow (especially while moving
uphill) or seems to be losing power, adjust
tension on the drive belt.
1. Loosen four screws on transmission
cover and slide cover forward to remove.
2. Remove two screws on belt cover and
remove cover. Retain hardware.
3. Engage drive control bar. The extension
spring will lengthen. See
Figure 11.
WARNING: AVOID INJURY.
Never use hands to clear clogs.
Figure 10
1
1. Discharge Chute