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YARD VACUUM
Model:
YV14-EA190
Congratulations on owning a Scag Giant-Vac Yard Vacuum! This manual
contains the operating instructions and safety information for your Scag Giant-
Vac Yard Vacuum. Reading this manual can provide you with assistance in
maintenance and adjustment procedures to keep your vacuum performing to
maximum efficiency. The specific models that this book covers are listed on the
inside cover. Before operating your vacuum, please read all the information
enclosed.
© 2013
Scag Giant-Vac
Division of Metalcraft of Mayville, Inc.
OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
PART NO. 03349
PRINTED 7/2013
PRINTED IN USA

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR’S MANUAL YARD VACUUM Model: YV14-EA190 Congratulations on owning a Scag Giant-Vac Yard Vacuum! This manual contains the operating instructions and safety information for your Scag Giant- Vac Yard Vacuum. Reading this manual can provide you with assistance in maintenance and adjustment procedures to keep your vacuum performing to maximum efficiency.
  • Page 2 CONCERN, PRUDENCE, AND PROPER TRAINING OF THE PERSONNEL INVOLVED IN THE OPERATION, TRANSPORT, MAINTENANCE, AND STORAGE OF THE EqUIPMENT. This manual covers the operating instructions and illustrated parts list for: YV14-EA190 with a serial number of 004A00001 to 004A99999 Always use the entire serial number listed on the serial number tag when referring to this product.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents SECTION 1 - GENERAL INFORMATION ...................1 1.1 INTRODUCTION ............................1 1.2 DIRECTION REFERENCE ...........................1 1.3 SERVICING THE ENGINE AND DRIVE TRAIN COMPONENTS ..............1 1.4 SYMBOLS ..............................2 SECTION 2 - SAFETY INFORMATION ..................3 2.1 INTRODUCTION ............................3 2.2 SIGNAL WORDS ............................3 2.3 BEFORE OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS ....................3 2.4 OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS ........................4...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents SECTION 5 - MAINTENANCE ....................12 5.1 MAINTENANCE CHART - RECOMMENDED SERVICE INTERVALS ............12 5.2 ENGINE OIL ...............................13 5.3 ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM ..........................13 5.4 ENGINE AIR CLEANER ..........................13 5.5 WHEELS ..............................13 SECTION 6 - ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST ................14 6.1 SCAG GIANT-VAC APPROVED ATTACHMENTS AND ACCESSORIES..........14 NOTES ................................15 IMPELLER HOUSING ASSEMBLY........................16...
  • Page 5: General Information

    Section 1 GENERAL INFORMATION INTRODUCTION WARNING Your Scag Giant-Vac product was built to the highest standards in the industry. However, the prolonged life For pictorial clarity, some illustrations and figures and maximum efficiency of your vacuum depends on in this manual may show shields, guards or plates you following the operating, maintenance and adjustment open or removed.
  • Page 6: Symbols

    Section 1 SYMBOLS SYMBOL DESCRIPTION SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Choke Transmission On/Start Spring Tension on Idler Off/Stop Spinning Fan Blades Thrown Object Hazard Fast Slow Continuously Variable - Linear Pinch Point 481039S Keep Bystanders Away Read Operator's Manual...
  • Page 7: Safety Information

    Section 2 SAFETY INFORMATION INTRODUCTION DANGER Your vacuum is only as safe as the operator. Carelessness or operator error may result in serious bodily injury or death. Hazard control and accident prevention are The signal word “DANGER” denotes that an extremely dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence, hazardous situation exists on or near the machine that and proper training of the personnel involved in the...
  • Page 8: Operation Considerations

    Section 2 If the operator(s) or mechanic(s) cannot read Check the engine mounting bolts at frequent English, it is the owner's responsibility to explain this intervals for proper tightness. material to them. OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS DO NOT wear loose fitting clothing. Loose clothing, jewelry or long hair could get tangled in moving Know the function of all controls and how to stop parts.
  • Page 9: Maintenance Considerations & Storage

    Section 2 MAINTENANCE CONSIDERATIONS & Be alert for holes, rocks, roots and other hidden hazards in the terrain. Cautiously enter a new area. STORAGE Be alert for hidden hazards. Do not straighten or weld the blower fan. Replace Do not operate near drop-offs, ditches or damaged or failed blower fans.
  • Page 10: Safety And Instructional Decals

    Section 2 SAFETY AND INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS 484983 484982...
  • Page 11: Specifications

    ENGINE General Type ....................Heavy Duty Industrial/Commercial Gasoline Brand ..................................Subaru Engine Model: (Scag Giant-Vac Model YV14-EA190) .................. Subaru Model # EA190V Displacement: Subaru EA190V..............................189cc Cylinders ............................1 with Cast-Iron Sleeve Governor ................Centrifugal Flywheel Type Set At 3,600 RPM (+/- 100 RPM) Idle Speed: Subaru ..........................
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  • Page 13: Operating Instructions

    Section 4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Engine Control (Figure 4-1). The engine control CAUTION is used to start, stop and control the engine speed. Push the lever all the way forward to engage the engine choke before pulling the recoil starter when Do not attempt to operate this machine unless starting a cold engine.
  • Page 14: Initial Run-In Procedures

    Section 4 INITIAL RUN-IN PROCEDURES WARNING FIRST DAY OF USE OR APPROxIMATELY 20 HOURS DO NOT operate the machine without the entire debris bag and bag adapter installed and the Change the engine oil and oil filter after the first 20 hours of operation.
  • Page 15: Hillside Operation

    Section 4 Plan how to clear a yard or parking lot to reduce Keep the entire machine clean to inhibit serious heat clearing time. damage to the engine. Keep vacuum intake and discharge clean. DANGER Use a slow travel speed when clearing heavy or large amounts of material.
  • Page 16: Maintenance

    Section 5 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE CHART - RECOMMENDED SERVICE INTERVALS HOURS PROCEDURE COMMENTS BREAk-IN 100 200 500 (FIRST 10) Check all hardware for tightness S e e e n g i n e o p e r a t o r ' s Check engine oil level manual *Clean vacuum...
  • Page 17: Engine Oil

    Section 5 ENGINE OIL Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow the engine to completely cool before fueling. A. CHECkING ENGINE CRANkCASE OIL LEVEL Never fuel the machine indoors or in an enclosed trailer. The engine oil level should be checked after every 8 hours of operation or daily as instructed in the Engine Operator’s Never store the machine or fuel container where...
  • Page 18: Illustrated Parts List

    Section 6 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST SCAG GIANT-VAC APPROVED ATTACHMENTS AND ACCESSORIES. Attachments and accessories manufactured by companies other than Scag Giant-Vac are not approved for use on this machine.
  • Page 19: Notes

    Section 6 NOTES...
  • Page 20: Impeller Housing Assembly

    Section 6 IMPELLER HOUSING ASSEMBLY COIL...
  • Page 21 Section 6 IMPELLER HOUSING ASSEMBLY Ref. Part No. Description 484954 Engine, Subaru EA190 (not available through Scag Giant-Vac) 485007 Wire Harness, YV 484979 Wire Harness, YV 426103 Plate, Engine Base 04019-03 Nut, Serrated Flange 5/16-18 04001-12 Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 1-3/4" 04011-22 Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 1"...
  • Page 22: Handle And Bag Assembly

    Section 6 HANDLE AND BAG ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 23: Handle And Bag Assembly

    Section 6 HANDLE AND BAG ASSEMBLY Ref. Part No. Description 462603 Handle, Upper w/Grip 484985 Grip, Handle 04021-08 Nut, Elastic Stop 1/4-20 44201 Guide, Pull Rope 04001-04 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 x 1-1/2" 04001-199 Bolt, Head Head 1/4-20 x 2-1/4" 484978 Cable, Throttle Control 426261...
  • Page 24: Yard Vacuum Decals

    Section 6 YARD VACUUM DECALS 484983 485048 484982...
  • Page 25: Limited Warranty - Yard Vacuum

    LIMITED WARRANTY - YARD VACUUM Any part of the Yard Vacuum manufactured by Scag Giant-Vac and found, in the reasonable judgment of Scag Giant-Vac, to be defective in materials or workmanship, will be repaired or replaced by an Authorized Scag Giant-Vac Service Dealer without charge for parts and labor during the periods specified below.

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