Yard-Man 24A-061I401 Operator's Manual

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Operator's Manual

Yard Vacuum

Chipper/Shredder/

Vacuum/Hose

Model Number

24A-061I401

IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

Warning:

This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-

covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting

applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have

similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized

service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.

MTD LLC P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

770-10534D.fm

FORM NO.

(7/03)

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Summary of Contents for Yard-Man 24A-061I401

Page 1 Yard Vacuum Chipper/Shredder/ Vacuum/Hose Model Number 24A-061I401 IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest- covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Content Important Safe Operation Practices... 3 Assembling Your Yard Vacuum ... 5 Know Your Yard Vacuum... 7 Operating Your Yard Vacuum ... 8 Maintaining Your Yard Vacuum ... 10 Troubleshooting ... 13 Parts List... 14 This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new Yard Vacuum. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance.
Page 3: Important Safe Operation Practices
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: This symbol points out important safety 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 this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury.
Page 4: Maintenance And Storage
Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light (e.g. furnace, water heater, space heater, clothes dryer, etc.) To reduce a fire hazard, keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris.
Page 5: Assembling Your Yard Vacuum
WARNING - YOUR RESPONSIBILITY: understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine. NOTE: Not all safety labels may apply to your Yard Vacuum. SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR YARD VACUUM This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil IMPORTANT: in the engine.
Page 6 Attaching The Handle • Unfold the upper handle until it aligns with the lower handle. • Secure the two handles by tightening the wing nuts (carriage bolts must be seated properly into the handle). See Figure 1. • Remove the hairpin clips from the handle brackets on the Yard Vacuum and remove the carriage bolts and wing nuts from the lower handle.
Page 7: Know Your Yard Vacuum
Attaching The Blower Chute • Grasp blower chute with one hand and slide locking rod on mounting bracket with other hand toward engine. Use end of mounting bracket as leverage when sliding the locking rod. See Figure 5. • Slip blower chute over rim of the discharge opening and release locking rod to secure chute in place.
Page 8: Operating Your Yard Vacuum
Chipper Chute Allow twigs and small branches up to 1 1/2” in diameter to be fed into the impeller for chipping. Blower Chute (If Equipped) When attached to unit the blower chute is used to blow or scatter yard waste such as leaves, pine needles, or small twigs across yard.
Page 9 • Twist the two buttons on the back of the bag to unlock and empty contents. See Figure 7. • Hold bag handle and bag clip while emptying the contents. • Compress bag opening and fold inner flap over opening. •...
Page 10: Maintaining Your Yard Vacuum
Nozzle Height Adjustment The nozzle can be adjusted to any six positions, ranging from 5/8” to 4 1/8” ground clearance. The nozzle height has to be adjusted according to the conditions. Move the height adjustment levers forward or backward to adjust the nozzle upwards or downwards.
Page 11 Maintenance Engine Refer to the separate engine manual for all engine maintenance instructions. • Check engine oil level before each use as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit. Read and follow instructions carefully. • Clean air cleaner every 25 hours under normal conditions or once a season.
Page 12 Housing Screws Nozzle Screws Figure 14 • Remove lock nut that secures flail screen to the lower housing. The flail screen does not have to be removed. Refer to Figure 11. • Remove the hex bolt, lock washer, and flat washer that secure the impeller assembly to the crankshaft.
Page 13: Troubleshooting
SECTION 6: TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Engine fails to start 1. Spark plug wire disconnected. 2. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. 3. Throttle control lever not in correct starting position. 4. Choke not in CHOKE position. (If Equipped) 5. Engine (if equipped with primer) not primed properly.
Page 14: Parts List
SECTION 7: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 24A-061I401...
Page 15 Model 24A-061I401 Ref. Part No. Part Description 7510042823 Shoulder Screw #10 x.457 749-0438D Upper Handle 720-0279 Knob 712-3004A Flange Lock Nut 5/16-18 710-1205 Eye Bolt 781-1056 Upper Handle Bracket 710-0528 Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x 1.25 720-0241 Handle Knob 5/16-18...
Page 16 Model 24A-061I401 *If Equipped...
Page 17 Model 24A-061I401 Ref. Part No. Part Description 664-0095 Bag Assembly 681-0154 Screen Assembly 710-1054 Hex Screw 5/16-24 x 1.0 781-0490 Chipper Blade 681-0152 Impeller Assembly 781-0735 Pin Clip 719-0329 Flail Blade 715-0166 Spiral Pin 711-1401 Clevis Pin 736-0247 Flat Washer.375 ID x 1.25 OD...
Page 18 NOTES...
Page 19 NOTES...
Page 20 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. “MTD” warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in...