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WARNING: Do not at any time make any
adjustment
to
the
unit
without
first
stopping
engine
and
disconnecting
spark plug wire.
NozzleHeightAdjustment
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 yard
conditions. Move the height adjustment levers
forward or backward to adjust the nozzle upwards or
downwards. See Figure 16.
NOTE:
In general,
raise
the nozzle
height
to
vacuum a thick layer of leaves or to operate with the
blower chute. Lower the nozzle height for smoother
surfaces.
Nozzle
ight
Adjustment
Lever
Figure 16
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
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WARNING:
If any
adjustments
(e.g.
carburetor)
are made
to the
engine
while the engine is running, keep clear
of all moving parts. Be careful of heated
surfaces and muffler.
The carburetor has been pre-set at the factory and
should not require adjustment. If your engine does
not operate properly due to suspected carburetor
problems, take your Yard Vacuum to a Sears Parts &
Repair Center for repair and adjustment.
ENGINE SPEED
The engine speed on your Yard Vacuum has been
set at the factory. Do not attempt to increase the
engine RPM. If you think that the engine is running
too fast or too slow, take your Yard Vacuum to the
nearest Sears Parts & Repair Center for repair and
adjustment.
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WARNING:
Do not attempt to alter the
engine speed by tampering
with the
engine's
governor
linkage.
Doing so
could result in serious personal injury
and damage to the engine. The engine
RPM has been set at the factory.
REMOVING THEFLAILSCREEN
If the discharge area becomes clogged, remove the
flail screen and clean area as follows.
•
Stop the engine. Make certain the chipper
shredder vacuum has come to a complete stop.
•
Before unclogging the discharge chute,
disconnect
and ground the spark plug wire to
retaining
post..
•
Remove the vacuum bag or blower chute from
the unit as instructed in the OPERATION section
to obtain access to flail screen. See Figure 17.
Hex Screw
REAR VIEW
Figure 17
Remove self-tapping screw on right side of unit
that attaches to the flail screen. See Figure 18.
Remove
Self-Tapping
Screw
Figure 18
Remove hex screw on top of rear housing near
mounting bracket and the flange lock nut that
secures flail screen. See Figure 17.
Remove and clean the screen by scraping or
washing with water. Reinstall the screen.
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