Operation, Know your vac system, How to stop your vac system – Craftsman 486.24504 User Manual

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OPERATION

KNOW YOUR VAC SYSTEM

Read this owner's manual and safety rules before operating your Vac System.

Compare the iiiustration below with your Vac System to familiarize yourself with the various controls and their locations.

BOOT

REAR FLAP

LATCH LOCK LEVER

CHOKE CONTROL

THROTTLE CONTROL

LATCH LOCK LEVER

Locks the cart bed down to the

tongue. Releases to allow cart to be tipped back for
dumping.

BOOT

Connects the plastic elbow to the fabric top,

directing discharged material into the cart.

REAR FLAP

Zippered flap opens to allow contents of

cart to be emptied.

THROTTLE CONTROL

Controls speed of engine.

CHOKE CONTROL

Adjust to allow cold starting.

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.

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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.

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CAUTION:

The muffler and adjacent areas

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