Craftsman 48624515 Official Chipper/vacuum

User Manual - Page 3

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Any power equipment can cause injury if operated improperly or if the user does not understand how to operate
the equipment. Exercise caution at all times, when using power equipment.
Read and follow all instructionsin this manual before
attempting to assemble or operate this equipment. Failure
to complywith these instructions may result in personal
injury. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference
and for ordering replacement pads.
Reed this operating and service instruction manual
carefully.Be thoroughly familiar with the controlsand
proper use of this powervacuum.
Read the vehicle owners manual and vehicle safe
operation rules before using this equipment.
Never allowchildren under 16 to operate this Chipper Vac.
Children 16 years and older should only operate under
closeparental supervision.
Do notallow anyone to operate this equipment without
proper instructions.
Do notallow passengers to ride onthis equipment or on
the towingvehicle.
Keep the area of operationclear of all persons, particularly
small children, Also keep area clear of pets.
Check fuel before starting engine, Do not fillfuel tank
indoors, orwhen engine isrunning,or while engine is hot.
Wipe off any spilledfuel beforestarting engine.
Engineand muffler gethot. Do nottouch!To avoid fire
hazard, keep cleanof debris and other accumulations,
Never store Mow-N-Vac with fuel in tank. Allow engine to
cootbefore storingin any enclosure.
Do not change engine governorsettings.
Do not operate engine if aircleaner or cover isremoved,
except for adjustment. Removal of these pa,_scould create
afire hazard.
Keep hands,feet, face, long hair and clothingout of
chipper inlet,vac inlet and dischargearea. There are
ROTATING BLADES inside these openings.
Before cleaning,repairing or inspecting,make certain all
moving partscome toa complete stop. Disconnect spark
ptugwire and keep wire away from plugto prevent acci-
dental starting.Keep throttlecontrol lever in stopposition.
If the Chipper Vac should become blocked with debris at
any point,shutengine off and wait untilthe impetlercomes
to a complete stop before attemptingto remove the
obstruction.Disconnectspark plugwire to prevent acciden-
tal starting.
Ifthe cuttingmechanismstrikesa foreign object, or ifyour
ChipperMac shouldstart to vibrate abnormally, stopthe
engine immediately, disconnectthe spark plug wire and
movethe wire away fromthe spark plug. Allow the ma-
chine to stopand take the followingsteps.
a. Inspect fordamage.
b. Repair or replace any damaged parts.
c. Check for loose parts and tighten to assure
continued safe operation.
Check all bolts for tightness at frequent intervals to help
insure safe operation.
Check vinyl hard top boot frequently for wear. Replace if
worn or damaged.
Never operate Chipper Vac unless deck adapter, hose,
hose adapter (nozzle), discharge chute (elbow), chipper
chute and top cover are properly attached in their place.
Do not remove top cover or attempt to empty contents of
cart while engine is running.
Never attempt to change hose adapter (nozzle) or to
install remote hose attachment when engine is running.
Keep all shields and guards (e.g. chipper chute, discharge
chute (elbow) and hose adapter (nozzle) in place and
securely attached.
Always wear safety glasses or other suitable eye
protection when operating or maintaining this equipment.
Wear protective gloves when feeding material into the
chipper chute. Avoid loose fitting clothing.
Keep face and body clear of the chipper chute to avoid
accidental bounce back of any material.
When feeding material into this equipment, be extremely
careful that pieces of metal, rocks bottles, cans or other
foreign objects are not incJuded. Personal injury or
damage to the machine could result.
DO not stand behind cart in exhaust discharge area while
engine is running.
Do not operate this equipment while intoxicated or while
taking drugs or medication that impairs the senses and
reactions.
When using this equipment, start with the vehicle
transmission in first (low) gear and then gradually
increase speed only as conditions permit.
Operate this equipment at reduced speed on rough
terrain, along creeks and ditches and on slopes to
prevent tipping or loss of control. Do not drive too close
to a creek or ditch.
Vehicle braking and stability are affected by the addition
of this equipment. Do not fill the Chipper Vac to its full
capacity without checking the capability of the towing
vehicle to safely pull and stop with the Chipper Vac
attached.
Before operating on any grade (hill) refer to the safety
rules in the vehicle owner's manual concerning safe
operation on slopes. Also refer to the SLOPE GUIDE on
page 31 of this owner's manual. Do not operate on
slopes in excess of 10 degrees. STAY OFF STEEP
SLOPES.
Follow the maintenance instructions outlined in this
manual.
Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means--Attention!! Become alert!!
Your safety is involved.
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DANGER: This Chipper Vac was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in I
this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the opera- I
tot can result in serious injury. This unit is capable of amputating fingers and hands and throwing
objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
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