Operation - Craftsman MONSTER 486.245071 Operator's Manual

KNOW YOUR vAC SYSTEM
Read this owner's manual and safety rules before operating your vac System.
Compare the illustration below with your Vac System to familiarize yourself with the various controls and their locations.
CHOKE
CONTROL
LATCH LOCK LEvER Locks the cart bed down to the
tongue. Releases to allow cart to be tipped back for
dumping.
THROTTLE CONTROL Controls speed of engine.
CAUTION:
Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using
ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to
separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can
damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage.
To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied
before storage for 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start
the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are
empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See
STORAGE Instructions for additional information.
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank
or permanent damage may occur.
WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors, or
with the engine running, or while the engine
is hot. Do not smoke while filling tank.

OPERATION

BOOT
THROTTLE
LATCH LOCK LEVER
CONTROL
18
BOOT Connects the plastic elbow to the fabric top,
directing discharged material into the cart.
CHOKE CONTROL Adjust to allow cold starting.
BEFORE STARTING
• Your Vac System engine is shipped without oil or
gasoline. Service the engine with oil and gas as
instructed in the separate engine manual.
• Inspect the Vac System to make sure all covers (rear
door, vinyl boot, elbow, hose adapter, hose and deck
adapter are properly attached.
•
Check tires for proper inflation (12 - 14 lbs).
HOW TO STOP YOUR vAC SYSTEM
• To stop engine, move the throttle control lever to the
OFF position.
•
Disconnect spark plug wire from plug to prevent
accidental starting while equipment is unattended or
is being worked on.
CAUTION: The muffler and adjacent areas
are hot!