Operation - Craftsman 247.77003 Operator's Manual

Recoil Starter
Hose Assembly
Hose Handle
Blower Chute
Now that you have set up your yard vacuum for operation, get acquainted with its
controls and features. These are described below and illustrated on this page. This
knowledge will allow you to use your new equipment to its fullest potential.
The operation of any yard vacuum can result in foreign objects being
thrown into the eyes, which can damage your eyes severely. Always wear
the safety glasses provided with this unit or eye shields while operating or
performing any adjustments or repairs on it.
Chipper Chute
Allows twigs and small branches up to 1-1/2" in diameter to be fed into the impeller
for chipping. See Figure 10.
Nozzle Height Adjustment Lever
Used to adjust the nozzle ground clearance ranging approximately from 5/8" to
4-1/8".
Craftsman Yard Vacuums conform to the safety standard of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).

OPERATION

Oil Fill
WARNING
Meets ANSI Safety Standards
Bag
Bag Handle
Chipper Chute
Figure 10
Nozzle
Yard waste such as leaves or pine needles can be vacuumed up through the nozzle
for shredding.
Hose Assembly
Used as an alternative to the nozzle to vacuum yard waste such as leaves or pine
needles in hard to reach places. See Figure 10.
Nozzle/ Hose Vac Lever
The nozzle/hose vac handle is located on top of the nozzle. Use it to switch vacuum
suction between the nozzle and the hose assembly.
Hose Handle
Used to guide hose assembly when vacuuming.
Bag Handle
Used to grasp bag in order to assist in attaching, removing, and emptying bag. See
Figure 10.
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ON/OFF Switch
Choke Control
Gasoline Fill
Nozzle Height
Adjustment Lever