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Turn off engine when installing or removing
block-off plate.
Do not overload the machine by attempting
to chip or shred any material beyond
manufacturer’s recommendation.
Do not vacuum large amounts of sand or
gravel. These items are heavy and may
cause unit to become unstable and tip.
Do not vacuum flammable liquids, such as
gasoline, kerosene, diesel fuel, paint thinner,
etc.
Do not vacuum burning or smoldering
materials, such as cigars, cigarettes, ashes
or cinders.
Do not vacuum airborne combustibles, dust
from wood, paper, metal, glass, wire, etc.
Do not vacuum areas that have recently
been treated with fertilizers, pesticides or
herbicides. Follow the chemical
manufacturer's safety instructions regarding
contact with treated areas.
Do not operate on a paved, gravel or hard
surface without collection bag attached.
Discharged material may bounce from a
hard surface.
Do not change the engine govenor settings
or overspeed the engine.
Use extreme caution when reversing or
pulling machine toward you. Always back up
slowly and look down and behind before and
while backing.
Do not tilt machine when starting engine.
Use only attachments and accessories
approved by the manufacturer of the
machine.
This product is equipped with an internal
combustion type engine. Do not use unit on
or near any unimproved, forest- or brush-
covered land unless exhaust system is
equipped with a spark arrester meeting
applicable local, state or federal laws. A
spark arrester, if used, must be maintained
in effective working order by operator.
Never operate machine without good
visibility or light.
Do not operate machine while under the
influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
Safe operation requires complete and
unimpaired attention at all times.
Before installing or removing collection bag,
shut off engine and allow all moving parts to
completely stop.
Empty collection bag after each use. Do not
leave debris in bag while stored.
Decomposed debris may generate enough
heat to catch fire.
Slope Operation
Exercise extreme caution when operating on
slopes. Do not attempt to operate on steep
slopes.
Do not operate on slopes with greater than a
20° grade.
Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. Do not
park unit on a slope unless absolutely
necessary. When parking on a slope always
block the wheels to prevent unit from rolling.
Do not operate near drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments. Unit can suddenly turn over if
a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or
if an edge caves in.
Be prepared to react to an emergency when
operating on slopes:
• Release drive control lever.
• Turn off engine.
Maintenance and Storage
Secure unit so it will not tip over during
maintenance.
Before inspecting or servicing machine, shut
off engine, disconnect wire from spark plug
and allow moving parts to completely stop.
Allow hot parts to cool.
Keep machine, attachments and
accessories in safe working condition.
Check engine-mounting bolts and other
hardware at frequent intervals for proper
tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe
working condition. If components are worn
or damaged, replace with manufacturer’s
recommended parts.
Check discharge area frequently for wear
and/or deterioration.
Adjust and service as required. All motion of
drive wheels and moving parts must stop
quickly when control levers are released.
Always maintain unit in safe operating
condition. Damaged or worn out muffler can
cause fire or explosion.