Bottle of Engine Oil (may be located in bag) • Operator’s Manual DISCONNECTING SPARK PLUG Before proceeding with assembly of your new Yard Vacuum, disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and ground onto the retaining post on the engine. This will prevent accidental starting of the engine. See Figure 2. ATTACHING THE HANDLE • Unfold the upper handle until it aligns with lower handle. Make sure the rope guide is on the right side of upper handle. See Figure 1. 5 • Secure the two

4. If the impeller strikes a foreign object or if your machine should start making an unusual noise or vibration, immediately shut the engine off. Allow the impeller to come to a complete stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire, ground it against the engine and perform the following steps: a. Inspect for damage. b. Repair or replace any damaged parts. c. Check for any loose parts and tighten to assure continued safe operation. 5. Do not allow an accumulation of processed material to build up in the

781-0778A Mounting Bracket 29. 715-0166 Spiral Pin 10. 747-1153 Lock Rod 30. 736-0247 Flat Washer.375 ID x 1.25 OD 11. 710-3008 736-0217 Lock Washer 3/8 Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x .75 31. 12. 681-0122 Chpper Chute Assembly 32. 710-0818 Hex Cap Screw 3/8-24 x 2.0 13. 726-0454 U-Chp Lock Nut 5/16-18 33. 681-0154 Screen Assembly 14. 736-0807 External Lock Washer 5/16 34. 710-3038 Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x .875 15. 710-0502A Hex Washer Screw 3/8-16 x 1.25 35. 781-0721A Lower Housing 18. 710-0989 Screw #1

Use the end of mounting bracket as leverage when sliding the locking rod. See Figure 7. Slip blower chute over rim of discharge opening and release locking rod to secure chute in place, as in Figure 7. Raise the nozzle height to the highest setting when using the blower chute. Refer to nozzle height adjustment in the next section. NOTE: The bag/chute switch button attached to the mounting bracket must be fully depressed by the tip of front tab on the blower chute or engine will not start. NOZZLE

Use fresh fuel next season. See STORAGE Instructions for additional information. CaUTiOn Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. NOTE: Check the fuel level periodically to avoid running out of gasoline while operating the Yard Vacuum. If the unit runs out of gas as it is chipping, it may be necessary to unclog the discharge area before it can be restarted. Refer to SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE section. 1 14 OPERATION TO STAR T ENGINE Attach spar

See Figure 24. Figure 24 • The nuts on the flat head cap screws can be reached from underneath using a 1/2-inch socket, universal, and extension. See Figure 25. Figure 25 • Replace or sharpen chipper blade. The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel. • When sharpening blade, protect hands by using gloves and follow the original angle of grind. • Reassemble by performing the previous steps in the opposite order and manner of removal. • Tighten blade screws to 210 - 250 in-lbs.

Only responsible contact with your bodY pr cl_qthing,st_p the machine, individuals who are familiar with these rules of safe allow it to cool, disconnect the spark plug wire from the operation should be allowed to use your unit. spark plug and move it away from the spark plug Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, before attempting to unclog, inspect or repair. particularly small children and pets. Stop the engine Never operate unit without vacuum bag and discharge when they are in the

• Operation • Maintenance • Parts Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. FORM NO. 40258 (06/06) TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES..............................................................2 CARTON CONTENTS.....................................................3 HARDWARE PACKAGE ..................................................3 ASSEMBLY......................................................................4 OPERATION................................................................

Insert two hex bolts (B) through the brackets, with the rear hex bolt between the cross bolts in the hitch tubes. Secure the hex bolts (B) with two nylock nuts (E). See fi gure 4. Do not tighten yet. • Assemble the two spacers (J) onto the hitch pin and secure the pin with the hairpin cotter (K). See fi gure 4. NYLOCK NUTS (E) BENT HITCH BRACKET HITCH BRACKET ASSEMBLY HEX BOLTS (B) SPACERS (J) HAIRPIN COTTER (K) 10" HEX BOLT (C) HITCH TUBE (L.H.) PLASTIC TIE NYLOCK NUT (E) TUBE MARKED “77L” HOUS

486.242221, 486.242241 CAUTION: • Safety Before using this product, read this • Assembly manual and follow all Safety Rules _ ^ and Operating Instructions. • operation • Maintenance • Parts Sears, Roebuck ayd Co., Hoffmay Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO. 40734 Rev (06/11/09) TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Rules............................................ ........................i Maintenance Schedule................... ...............................13 Warranty..........