Product Manual

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SAFETY
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 instructions in this manual before attempting
to assemble or operate this equipment. Failure to comply
with these instructions may result in personal injury. Keep this
manual in a safe place for future reference and for ordering
replacement parts.
• Read this operating and service instruction manual carefully.
Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and proper use of this
power vacuum.
• Readthevehicleownersmanualandvehiclesafeoperation
rules before using this equipment.
• Never allow children under 16 to operate this Mow-N-Vac.
Children 16 years and older should only operate under close
parental supervision.
• Donotallowanyonetooperatethisequipmentwithoutproper
instructions.
• Donotallowpassengerstorideonthisequipmentoronthe
towing vehicle.
• Keeptheareaofoperationclearofallpersons,particularly
small children. Also keep area clear of pets.
• Checkfuelbeforestartingengine.Donotllfueltankindoors,
or when engine is running, or while engine is hot. Wipe off any
spilled fuel before starting engine.
• Engineandmufflergethot.Donottouch!Toavoidrehazard,
keep clean of debris and other accumulations.
• NeverstoreMow-N-Vacwithfuelintank.Allowenginetocool
before storing in any enclosure.
• Donotchangeenginegovernorsettings.
• Do not operate engine if air cleaner or cover is removed,
except for adjustment. Removal of these parts could create a
re hazard.
• Keephands,feet,face,longhairandclothingoutofinletand
discharge area. There are ROTATING BLADES inside these
openings.
• Beforecleaning,repairingorinspecting,makecertainallmoving
parts come to a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and
keep wire away from plug to prevent accidental starting. Keep
throttle control lever in stop position.
• IftheMow-N-Vacshouldbecomeblockedwithdebrisatany
point, shut engine off and wait until the impeller comes to a
complete stop before attempting to remove the obstruction.
Disconnect spark plug wire to prevent accidental starting.
• If thecuttingmechanism strikesa foreignobject, orif your
Mow-N-Vacshouldstarttovibrateabnormally,stoptheengine
immediately, disconnect the spark plug wire and move the wire
away from the spark plug. Allow the machine to stop and take
the following steps.
a. Inspect for damage.
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Mow-N-Vacunlessdeckadapter,hose,hose
adapter (nozzle), discharge chute (elbow), 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.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.
• 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 rst (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lltheMow-N-Vactoitsfullcapacity
without checking the capability of the towing vehicle to safely
pullandstopwiththeMow-N-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 23 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.
DANGER: ThisMow-N-Vacwasbuilttobeoperatedaccordingtotherulesforsafeoperationinthis
manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can
result in serious injury. This unit is capable of amputating ngers and hands and throwing objects.
Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.