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Operator’s Manual 6.0 Horse Power YARD VACUUM Model No. 247.770550 CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions. • Safety • ESAssembly • Operation • Maintenance • Parts • Español Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A. Visit our Sears website: www.sears.com/craftsman Printed in U.S.A. FORM NO. 769-00407A.fm (10/02) TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Content Page Warranty 2 Service and Adjustments 14 Safety 3 Storage 16 Assembly 5 Troubleshooting 17 Operation 8 Parts List 18 Maintenance 12 WARRANTY Limited Warranty on Craftsman Yard Vacuum For one (1) year from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Equipment is maintained, lubricated, and tuned up according to the instructions to the operator’s manual, Sears will repair or replace free of charge any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship. Warranty service is available free of charge by returning Craftsman equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a trip charge will apply. This Warranty applies only while this product is in the United States. This Warranty does not cover: • Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, and oil filters. • Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps, or glass. • Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but not limited to, damage caused by objects, such as stones or metal debris, oversized stock, impacting objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or overspeeding the engine. • Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to, electrical and mechanical damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the proper grade and amount of engine oil, or failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the operator’s manual. • Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determine to be contaminated or oxidized (stale). In general, fuel should be used within 30 days of its purchase date. • Equipment used for commercial or rental purposes. TO LOCATE THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER OR TO SCHEDULE SERVICE, SIMPLY CONTACT SEARS AT 1-800-4-MY-HOME. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state. PRODUCT SPECIFICATION Horsepower: Engine Oil Type Engine Oil Capacity Fuel Capacity: Spark Plug Spark Plug Gap 247.770550 Model Number......................................................... 6.0 Horse Power SAE 30 20 Ounces 1 1/2 Quarts Champion RJ-19LM .030" Serial Number........................................................... Date of Purchase...................................................... Record both serial number and date of purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference. 2 SAFETY WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol - heed its warning. WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. DANGER: This machine 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 machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. TRAINING 2. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation or while performing an adjustment or repair, to protect eyes. Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes. 3. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and closefitting slacks and shirts. Loose fitting clothes or jewelry can be caught in movable parts. Never operate this machine in bare feet or sandals. Wear leather work gloves when feeding material in the chipper chute. 4. Before starting, check all bolts and screws for proper tightness to be sure the machine is in safe working condition. Also, visually inspect machine for any damage at frequent intervals. 5. Maintain or replace safety and instructions labels, as necessary. 6. To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite. Wash your skin and change clothes immediately. a. Use only an approved gasoline container. b. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition. c. Never fuel machine indoors. d. Never remove gas cap or add while the engine is hot or running. e. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling. f. Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than 1/2 inch below bottom of filler neck to provide space for fuel expansion. g. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely. h. If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and equipment. Move machine to another area. Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine. 1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts. 2. Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly. 3. Never allow children under 16 years old to operate this machine. Children 16 years old and over should read and understand the operation instructions and safety rules in this manual and should be trained and supervised by a parent. 4. Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper instruction. 5. Keep bystanders, helpers, pets, and children at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. 6. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. 7. Do not put hands and feet near rotating parts or in the feeding chambers and discharge opening. Contact with the rotating impeller can amputate fingers, hands, and feet. 8. Never attempt to unclog either the feed intake or discharge opening, remove or empty vacuum bag, or inspect and repair the machine while the engine is running. Shut the engine off and wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine. PREPARATION 1. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used. Remove all rocks, bottles, cans, or other foreign objects which could be picked up or thrown and cause personal injury or damage to the machine. 3 i. Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light (e.g. furnace, water heater, space heater, clothes dryer, etc.) j. To reduce a fire hazard, keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean up oil fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris. k. Allow machine to cool at least 5 minutes before storing. 9. Never operate without either the inlet nozzle or optional hose attachment properly attached to the machine. Never attempt to attach or change either attachment while the engine is running. 10. Keep all guards, deflectors and safety devices in place and operating properly. 11. Keep your face and body back and to the side of the chipper chute while feeding material into the machine to avoid accidental kickback injuries. 12. Never operate this machine without good visibility or light. Always be sure of your footing and keep a firm hold on the handles. 13. Do not operate this machine on a gravel surface. 14. Do not operate this machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. 15. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch. 16. Never pick up or carry machine while the engine is running. OPERATION 1. Do not put hands and feet near rotating parts or in the feeding chambers and discharge opening. Contact with the rotating impeller can amputate fingers, hands, and feet. 2. Before starting the machine, make sure the chipper chute, feed intake, and cutting chamber are empty and free of all debris. 3. Thoroughly inspect all material to be shredded and remove any metal, rocks, bottles, cans, or other foreign objects which could cause personal injury or damage to the machine. 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 discharge area. This can prevent proper discharge and result in kickback of material through the feed opening. 6. Do not attempt to shred or chip material larger than specified on the machine or in this manual. Personal injury or machine damage could result. 7. Never attempt to unclog either the feed intake or discharge opening while the engine is running. Shut the engine off, wait until all moving parts have stopped, disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine before clearing debris. 8. Never operate without vacuum bag and discharge chute properly attached to the machine. Never empty or change vacuum bag while the engine is running. Rear end of vacuum bag must be kept closed at all times during operation. MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE 1. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. 2. Check bolts and screws for proper tightness at frequent intervals to keep the machine in safe working condition. Also, visually inspect machine for any damage and repair, if needed. 3. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, stop the engine and make certain the impeller and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting. 4. Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine. 5. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary. 6. Follow this manual for safe loading, unloading, transporting, and storage of this machine. 7. Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as a water heater, furnace, clothes dryer, etc. 8. Always refer to the operator’s manual for proper instructions on off-season storage. 9. If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors. 10. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil, etc. to protect the environment. 4 ASSEMBLY NOTE: Reference to right and left hand side of the Yard Vacuum is observed from the operating position. See Figure 1. This Yard Vacuum has been completely assembled at the factory, except for the handle, bag, and blower chute. These parts are shipped loose in the carton. A pair of safety glasses and a 20-oz. bottle of engine oil are also included in the carton. See Figure 1. 20-oz. Bottle of Engine Oil REMOVING UNIT FROM CARTON • • • • Hose Assembly • Blower Chute Cut the corners of the carton. Remove all loose parts. Remove packing material. Lift unit from the rear to discard packing material from under unit and roll unit out of carton. Check carton thoroughly for any other loose parts. LOOSE PARTS IN CARTON (See Figure 1) Upper Handle • • • • • • Rope Guide Wing Nut • Handle Assembly Hose Assembly Bag Blower Chute Safety Glasses (Not Shown) A 20-oz. Bottle of Engine Oil (may be located in bag) Operator’s Manual DISCONNECTING SPARK PLUG Wing Nuts 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. Bag Lower Handle Retaining Post Wing Nuts Spark Plug Wire Carriage Screw Figure 2 ATTACHING THE HANDLE Figure 1 • IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. After assembly, see OPERATION section of this manual for proper fuel and engine oil fill-up. 5 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. • • • • Secure the two handles by tightening the upper wing nuts (carriage bolts must be seated properly into the handle). Remove the hairpin clips from the handle brackets and remove the carriage bolts and wing nuts from the lower handle. See Figure 3. Place the bottom holes in lower handle over the pins on handle brackets and secure with hairpin clips. Insert carriage bolts through upper hole in lower handle from the outside and secure with wing nuts. • Snap hose handle to the lower handle bracket to secure in place and lay hose tubing on side bracket hanger next to chipper chute. Refer to Figure 7. ATTACHING THE BAG Bag Handle Stud Wing Nuts Straps Carriage Bolt Front Tab Hairpin Clip Locking Rod Figure 3 • • Loosen the wing nut that secures the rope guide to the right side of upper handle. Pull the starter rope out of the engine slowly and slip the starter rope into the rope guide. Tighten the wing nut. Stud Figure 5 • Attaching The Hose Assembly • • • • Slide hose adapter of hose assembly into the base adapter located on the left front of the Yard Vacuum. See Figure 4. Pull spring loaded pin out on the base and align pin with the first hole in the hose adapter. Release the pin to lock the hose in place. Connect the hose handle near nozzle end of hose to the side bracket on the upper handle. Refer to Figure 7. Hose Adapter Spring Loaded Pin Figure 4 • • • Grasp bag handle with one hand and slide locking rod on mounting bracket with other hand toward engine. Use the end of mounting bracket as leverage when sliding the locking rod. See Figure 5. Slip bag over the rim of the discharge opening and release locking rod to secure bag in place. Snap bag clip to the top of the lower handle. Place the lower straps on the bag over the top of lower handle, hooking them on the studs. NOTE: The bag/chute switch button attached to the mounting bracket must be fully depressed by the tip of front tab on bag handle when securing the bag or engine will not start. ATTACHING THE BLOWER CHUTE NOTE: The bag must be removed before installing the blower chute. • Grasp blower chute with one hand and slide locking rod on mounting bracket with other hand toward engine. Use the end of mounting bracket as leverage when sliding the locking rod. See Figure 6. • Slip blower chute over rim of discharge opening and release locking rod to secure chute in place. 6 • Raise the nozzle height to the highest setting when using the blower chute. Refer to nozzle height adjustment in the ADJUSTMENT 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. Blower Chute Front Tab Front Tab Locking Rod Locking Rod Figure 6 7 OPERATION Know Your Yard Vacuum Read this operator’s manual and safety rules before operating your Yard Vacuum. Compare the illustrations below with your equipment to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. The operation of any Yard Vacuum can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, WEAR YOUR SAFETY GLASSES which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses, provided with the Yard Vacuum, for operating this equipment or while performing any adjustments or repairs on it. FORESIGHT IS BETTER THAN NO SIGHT Bag Starter Handle Bag Handle Handle Bracket Throttle Control Hose Handle Nozzle/Hose Vac Handle Blower Chute Chipper Chute Choke Control Nozzle Height Adjustment Lever Spark Plug Wire Nozzle Figure 7 OPERATING CONTROLS (See Figure 7) Nozzle Height Adjustment Lever Chipper Chute Used to adjust the nozzle ground clearance ranging from 5/8" to 4 1/8". Allows twigs and small branches up to 1 1/2" in diameter to be fed into the impeller for chipping. Nozzle Yard waste such as leaves and pine needles can be vacuumed up through the nozzle for shredding. Throttle Control This lever controls the engine speed and stop function. Through three separate positions on the lever from left to right, the operation is as follows: Bag Collects shredded material fed in through the chipper chute or vacuumed in through the nozzle. Stop Start/ Run Blower Chute When attached to unit, the blower chute is used to blow or scatter yard waste such as leaves, pine needle, or small twigs across yard. Bag Handle Used to grasp bag in order to assist in attaching, removing, and emptying bag. Slow/ Idle Engine Off Choke Control The choke control is used to choke of the carburetor and assist in starting the engine. Starter Handle Used to start the engine. Meets ANSI safety standards Craftsman Yard Vacuums conform to the safety standard of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). 8 Hose Assembly • Used as an alternative to the nozzle to vacuum yard waste such as leaves or pine needles in hard to reach places. Hose Handle Used to guide hose assembly when vacuuming. • Nozzle/Hose Vac Handle The nozzle/hose vac handle is located on top of the nozzle and it is used to regulate the vacuum between the nozzle and the hose assembly. WARNING: Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition. GAS AND OIL FILL-UP Oil (one 20-oz. bottle shipped with unit) Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF, SG, or SH. Select the oil’s SAE viscosity grade according to the expected operating temperature. Follow the chart below. 32°F Colder 5W30 Warmer • SAE 30 Oil Viscosity Chart NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30, etc.) improve starting in cold weather, they will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil. Remove oil fill dipstick. With the Yard Vacuum on level ground, use a funnel to fill engine with oil to FULL mark on dipstick. Capacity is approximately 20 oz. Be careful not to overfill. Overfilling will cause the engine to smoke profusely and will result in poor engine performance. The oil bottle packaged with your Yard Vacuum contains 20 oz. of oil. • Check the oil level making certain not to rub the dipstick along the inside walls of the oil fill tube. This would result in a false dipstick reading. Refill to FULL mark on dipstick, if necessary. Replace dipstick and tighten. • Check oil level three times prior to starting engine to be certain you’ve gotten an accurate dipstick reading. Running the engine with too little oil can result in permanent engine damage. Gasoline Remove fuel cap from the fuel tank. Make sure the container from which you will pour the gasoline is clean and free from rust or foreign particles. Never use gasoline that may be stale from long periods of storage in its container. Gasoline that has been sitting for any period longer than four weeks should be considered stale. 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 unit before it can be restarted. Refer to SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT section. TO STOP ENGINE • • Move throttle control lever to STOP or OFF position. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it to the post to prevent accidental starting while the equipment is unattended. WARNING: When moving throttle control lever, be careful of heated surfaces and sharp edges on muffler guard. • • • • Fill fuel tank with clean, fresh, unleaded regular, unleaded premium or reformulated automotive gasoline only. DO NOT use Ethyl or high octane gasoline. Do not use gasoline containing METHANOL. Replace fuel cap. 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 section for additional information. TO START ENGINE 1. Attach spark plug wire and rubber boot to spark plug. 2. The bag/chute switch button must be fully depressed by the tip of front tab on bag handle or blower chute for engine to start. 3. Make sure bag/chute switch wire is connected to engine and grounded to mounting bracket. 4. Gas tank should be filled 3/4 to full before starting. 5. Move throttle control to START/RUN position. See Figure 8. 6. Move the choke control toward the throttle control to choke the engine’s carburetor. (A warm engine may not require choking.) See Figure 8. 9 Throttle Control Buttons Inner Flap Bag Clip Bag Handle Outer Flap Choke Control Strap Figure 8 7. Standing behind the unit, grasp starter handle and pull rope out until you feel a drag. 8. Pull the rope with a rapid, continuous, full arm stroke. Keep a firm grip on the starter handle. Let the rope rewind slowly. Figure 9 TO REMOVE BLOWER CHUTE 9. Repeat, if necessary, until engine starts. When engine starts, move choke control gradually away from the throttle control. • Grasp blower chute with one hand and pull lock rod on mounting bracket with other hand toward engine to release. Refer to Figure 6. Remove blower chute from over the rim of the discharge opening. 10. If engine falters, move choke control back toward the throttle control and repeat steps 7-9. • 11. ALWAYS keep the throttle control in the START/ RUN position when operating the Yard Vacuum. Using the Nozzle Vacuum • Place nozzle/hose vac handle in the top position on the nozzle to vacuum through nozzle. See Figure 10. • The spring loaded pin must be in the first hole of the hose adapter to operate the nozzle vac. • Place both hands on top of upper handle to push unit over yard waste. Yard waste such as leaves and pine needles can be vacuumed up through the nozzle for shredding. After material has been shredded by the flail blades on the impeller assembly, it will be discharged into catcher bag or through blower chute. Do not attempt to shred or chip any material other than vegetation found in a normal yard (i.e. branches, leaves, twigs, etc.) Avoid fibrous plants such as tomato vines until they are thoroughly dried out. Materials such as stalks or heavy branches up to 1 1/2” in diameter may be fed into the chipper chute. TO EMPTY BAG • • • • • • • • Unhook bag straps from the lower handle and unsnap bag clip from top of the lower handle. See Figure 9. Grasp bag handle with one hand and pull lock rod on mounting bracket with other hand toward engine to release. Remove bag from over the rim of the discharge opening. Refer to Figure 4. Twist the two buttons on the back of the bag to unlock and empty contents. See Figure 9. Hold bag handle and bag clip while emptying the contents. Compress bag opening and fold inner flap over opening. Fold outer flap over inner flap and insert buttons on the bag through metal outlets. Twist the buttons to lock bag. WARNING: Do not attempt to shred, chip, or vacuum any material larger than specified on the machine or in this manual. Personal injury or damage to the machine could result. 10 Nozzle Height Adjustment Nozzle/Hose Vac Handle (Top Position) The nozzle can be adjusted to any six positions, ranging from 5/8” to 4 1/8” ground clearance. The nozzle height has to be adjusted according to the conditions. Move the height adjustment levers forward or backward to adjust the nozzle upwards or downwards. See Figure 12. NOTE: In general, raise the nozzle height to vacuum a thick layer of leaves or to operate with the blower chute and lower the nozzle height for smoother surfaces. Spring Loaded Pin (First Hole) Figure 10 IMPORTANT: The flail screen is located inside the housing in the discharge area. If the flail screen becomes clogged, remove and clean as instructed in SECTION 5: MAINTAINING YOUR YARD VACUUM. For best performance, it is also important to keep the chipper blade sharp. WARNING: Do not at any time make any adjustments without first stopping engine and disconnecting spark plug wire. Figure 12 Using the Hose Assembly • • • Nozzle Height Adjustment Lever Nozzle Place nozzle/hose vac handle in the bottom position on the nozzle to redirect vacuum to the hose assembly. See Figure 11. The spring loaded pin must be in the second hole of the hose adapter to operate the hose assembly. Unhook the hose from upper handle bracket and grasp the hose handle to guide while vacuuming yard waste such as leaves or pine needles in hard to reach places. Nozzle/Hose Vac Handle (Bottom Position) Spring Loaded Pin (Second Hole) Figure 11 11 PRODUCT MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Be for ee ac hu se Af te r ea ch us e Fir st 5h ou rs Ev er y2 5h ou rs Ev er y5 0h ou rs Be fo r es to r ag e MAINTENANCE Lubrication Clean equipment ENGINE Check engine oil Change engine oil Service air cleaner Service spark plug Service muffler Clean engine GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS CLEAN EQUIPMENT • • • • • • Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. The warranty on this Yard Vacuum does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain the equipment as instructed in this manual. Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to maintain your equipment properly. Follow the maintenance schedule. Periodically check all fasteners and make sure they are tight. • • NOTE: Cleaning with a forceful spray of water is not recommended as it could contaminate the fuel system. CHECK ENGINE OIL WARNING: Always stop the engine and disconnect and ground the spark plug wire before performing any maintenance or adjustments. • • • LUBRICATION • • • Clean the Yard Vacuum thoroughly after each use. Wash the bag periodically with water. Allow to dry thoroughly in the shade. If the flail screen becomes clogged, remove and clean as instructed in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT section. Remove oil fill dipstick. Check oil level on dipstick. Level should be at FULL mark. Replace dipstick and tighten. CHANGE ENGINE OIL Wheels- Place a few drops of SAE 30 oil on each shoulder screw once a season. Refer to Figure 7. Nozzle height adjustment levers- Lubricate nozzle height adjustment levers with light oil. Refer to Figure 7. Locking Rod- Lubricate the lock rod and compression springs which attach to the mounting bracket. Refer to Figure 5. • • • 12 Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF, SG, or SH. Select the oil’s SAE viscosity grade according to the expected operating temperature. Refer to operation section for viscosity chart. Stop engine and wait several minutes before checking oil level. With engine on level ground, the oil must be to FULL mark on dipstick. Change engine oil after the first five hours of operation, and every twenty-five hours thereafter. TO DRAIN OIL SERVICE SPARK PLUG Drain oil while engine is warm. Follow the instructions given below. • • • • • • Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel line and carburetor are empty. Remove oil fill dipstick. Tip unit on its side to drain through the oil fill tube. When engine is drained of all oil, refill with approximately 20 oz. of fresh oil. Refer to Gas And Oil Fill-up in OPERATION section. Replace dipstick. Clean the spark plug and reset the gap to .030" at least once a season or every 50 hours of operation. See Figure 13. Spark plug replacement is recommended at the start of each season. Refer to engine parts list for correct spark plug type. NOTE: Do not sandblast spark plug. Spark plug should be cleaned by scraping or wire brushing and washing with a commercial solvent. .030" Feeler Gauge SERVICE AIR CLEANER The air cleaner prevents damaging dirt, dust, etc., from entering the carburetor and being forced into the engine and is important to engine life and performance. The air cleaner consists of a foam filter. Never run the engine without an air cleaner completely assembled. Spark Plug Figure 13 To Service Air Cleaner: • • • • • • Remove foam filter from plastic housing on top of engine. Wash in water and detergent solution, and squeeze (do not twist) until all dirt is removed. Rinse thoroughly in clear water. Wrap in a clean cloth and squeeze (do not twist) until completely dry, or allow to air dry. Saturate with engine oil and squeeze to distribute oil and remove excess oil. Replace foam filter in plastic housing SERVICE MUFFLER • • Inspect muffler periodically, and replace if necessary. If your engine is equipped with a spark arrester screen assembly, remove after every 50 hours of use for cleaning and inspection. Replace if damaged. WARNING: Do not operate the Yard Vacuum without a muffler or tamper with the exhaust system. Damaged mufflers or spark arresters could create a fire hazard. NOTE: If the foam filter is torn or damaged in any way, replace it. WARNING: WARNING: Temperature of muffler and nearby areas may exceed 150o F(65oC). Avoid these areas. CLEAN ENGINE • • 13 Clean engine by removing dirt and debris with a cloth or brush. Frequently remove grass clippings, dirt, and debris from cooling fins, air intake screen, levers, and linkage. This will help ensure adequate cooling and engine speed. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: Do not at any time make any adjustment to the unit without first stopping engine and disconnecting spark plug wire. WARNING: Do not attempt to alter the engine speed by tampering with the engine’s governor linkage. Doing so could result in serious personal injury and damage to the engine. The engine RPM has been set at the factory. Nozzle Height Adjustment The nozzle can be adjusted to any six positions, ranging from 5/8” to 4 1/8” ground clearance. The nozzle height has to be adjusted according to the conditions. Move the height adjustment levers forward or backward to adjust the nozzle upwards or downwards. See Figure 14. REMOVING THE FLAIL SCREEN NOTE: In general, raise the nozzle height to vacuum a thick layer of leaves or to operate with the blower chute and lower the nozzle height for smoother surfaces. • If the discharge area becomes clogged, remove the flail screen and clean area as follows. • • Stop the engine. Make certain the chipper shredder vacuum has come to a complete stop. Disconnect and ground the spark plug wire before unclogging the discharge chute. Remove the vacuum bag or blower chute from the unit as instructed in the OPERATION section to obtain access to flail screen. See Figure 15. Hex Screw & Flat Washer Lock Nut Flail Screen REAR VIEW Nozzle Height Adjustment Lever Nozzle Figure 15 • Figure 14 Remove hex screw on right side of unit that attaches to the flail screen. See Figure 16. CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT WARNING: If any adjustments (e.g. carburetor) are made to the engine while the engine is running, keep clear of all moving parts. Be careful of heated surfaces and muffler. The carburetor has been pre-set at the factory and should not require adjustment. If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your Yard Vacuum to a Sears Service Center for repair and adjustment. Remove Hex Screw Figure 16 ENGINE SPEED • The engine speed on your Yard Vacuum has been set at the factory. Do not attempt to increase the engine RPM. If you think that the engine is running too fast or too slow, take your Yard Vacuum to the nearest Sears Service Center for repair and adjustment. • 14 Remove hex screw and flat washer on top of rear housing near mounting bracket and the lock nut that secures flail screen. See Figure 15. Remove and clean the screen by scraping or washing with water. Reinstall the screen. SHARPENING OR REPLACING CHIPPER BLADE • Because the engine on this unit has a tapered crankshaft, a special impeller removal tool (part number 753-0900) is required to remove the impeller assembly. For further assistance, contact your Sears Service Center. • NOTE: When tipping the unit, empty the fuel tank and keep engine spark plug side up. Chipper Blade • • • Remove lock nut that secures flail screen to the lower housing. The flail screen does not have to be removed. Refer to Figure 15. Remove the hex bolt, lock washer, and flat washer that secure the impeller assembly to the crankshaft. See Figure 19. Upper Housing Impeller Assembly Disconnect and ground the spark plug wire. Remove the front hubcaps, lock nuts, front wheels, and wave washers that attach to the pivot arm assemblies. See Figure 17. Remove the shoulder screws and bell washers that go through the pivot arms and height bracket adjusters to the front support brace. Hex Bolt Lock Washer Flat Washer Flail Blade Pivot Arm Assembly BOTTOM VIEW Bell Washer Wave Washer Figure 19 Hubcap Height Adjustment Bracket Shoulder Screw • • Lock Nut Figure 17 • • Remove the three screws on the upper housing that secure the nozzle cover and the nine screws that secure the lower housing to the upper housing. See Figure 18. • • • Housing Screws Apply lubricant to the threads of impeller removal tool and then thread the tool into the crankshaft. Stop when the impeller assembly can move on the crankshaft. Remove the impeller assembly from the crankshaft. Unthread the impeller removal tool from the impeller assembly. Remove the chipper blade using a 3/16" allen wrench on the outside of the blade and 1/2" wrench on the underside of impeller assembly. Replace or sharpen chipper blade. When sharpening blade, protect hands by using gloves and follow the original angle of grind. Reassemble by performing the previous steps in reverse order. • Tighten blade screws to 210 - 250 in-lbs. • Tighten impeller bolt to 375 - 425 in-lbs. NOTE: Make certain chipper blade is reassembled with the sharp edge facing upward. See Figure 20. Chipper Blade Flail Blade Impeller Assembly Lower Housing Screws Nozzle Screws Figure 20 Figure 18 15 STORAGE NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Prepare your Craftsman Yard Vacuum for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or longer. A yearly check-up by your local Sears Service Center is a good way to ensure that the unit runs properly next season. • Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container. • Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container. • Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. • Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer. Drain all the oil from the crankcase (this should be done after the engine has been operated and is still warm) and refill the crankcase with fresh oil. If you have drained the fuel tank, protect the inside of the engine as follows: Yard Vacuum • • • • Clean the equipment thoroughly. Wipe equipment with an oiled rag to prevent rust. Use a light oil or silicone to wipe. Service the engine following instructions below. Store unit in a clean, dry area. Do not store next to corrosive materials such as fertilizer. Engine IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as the carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage. Also, 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. • • Other • To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Follow these instruction: • • • • Remove spark plug, pour approximately 1/2 ounce (approximately one tablespoon) of engine oil into cylinder and crank slowly to distribute oil. Replace spark plug. • Drain the fuel tank. Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Drain carburetor. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. • Do not store gasoline from one season to another. Replace the gasoline can if it starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in the gasoline will cause problems. Store unit in a clean, dry area. Do not store next to corrosive materials, such as fertilizer. NOTE: If storing in an unventilated or metal storage shed, be certain to rustproof the equipment by coating with a light oil or silicone. 16 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action Engine fails to start 1. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. 1. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Fuel will not last over thirty days unless a fuel stabilizer is added. 2. Connect wire to spark plug. 3. Obstruction lodged in impeller. Disconnect spark plug wire and remove lodged object. 4. Move CHOKE to ON position. 5. Clean, adjust gap or replace. 6. Safety switch must be depressed by the front tab on the bag handle when securing the bag. 7. Connect safety switch wire to engine connector and ground to mounting bracket. 2. Spark plug wire disconnected. 3. Cannot pull recoil cord. 4. Choke not in ON position. 5. Faulty spark plug. 6. Safety switch not depressed. 7. Safety switch wire is not connected to engine or not properly grounded. Loss of power; operation erratic 1. Spark plug wire loose. 2. Unit running on CHOKE. 3. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel. 1. Connect and tighten spark plug wire. 2. Move choke lever to OFF position. 3. Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean fresh gasoline. Fuel will not last over thirty days unless a fuel stabilizer is used. 4. Disconnect fuel line at carburetor to drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel. 5. Contact your Sears Service Center. 6. Always run engine at full throttle. 4. Water or dirt in fuel system. 5. Carburetor out of adjustment. 6. Low engine RPM. Too much vibration 1. Loose parts or damaged impeller. 1. Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire. Have unit serviced by a Sears Service Center. Engine overheats 1. Carburetor not adjusted 2. Engine oil level low 1. Contact your Sears Service Center. 2. Fill crankcase with proper selection of oil. Unit does not discharge 1. Discharge chute clogged. 1. Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire. Clean flail screen and inside of discharge opening. See Maintenance section of this manual. 2. Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire. Remove lodged object. 3. Always run engine at full throttle. 4. Empty bag. 2. Foreign object lodged in impeller. 3. Low engine RPM. 4. Vacuum bag is full. Rate of discharge slows considerably or composition of discharged material changes 1. Low engine RPM. 2. Chipper blade dull. 1. Always run engine at full throttle. 2. Replace chipper blade or see your Sears Service Center. NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, please contact your local Sears Service Center. 17 PARTS LIST Sears Craftsman 6.0 H.P. Yard Vacuum Model 247.770550 2 3 17 8 5 4 6 13 4 9 11 7 12 7 15 16 14 18 19 21 20 11 22 23 48 33 24 47 25 46 26 4 31 51 55 29 27 28 34 35 31 30 44 45 32 24 49 36 50 37 43 41 40 42 38 11 52 56 39 53 4 49 54 18 Sears Craftsman 6.0 H.P. Yard Vacuum Model 247.770550 Ref. No. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. Part No. 749-1423 720-0279 712-3004A 710-1205 781-1056 710-0528 720-0314 710-1174 710-0604A 681-0174 749-0907B 711-1293 710-0703 712-0397 751B282454 725-1700 725-3166 731-1613 710-0224 629-0920 714-0104 736-0264 732-0962 781-0778A 747-1153 710-3195 710-3025 Part Description Ref. No. Upper Handle Knob Flange Lock Nut 5/16-18 Eye Bolt Upper Handle Bracket Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x 1.25 Handle Knob 5/16-18 Carriage Bolt Hex Washer Screw 5/16-18 x.625 Lower Handle Bracket Lower Handle Studs Carriage Screw 1/4-20 x.75 Wing Nut 1/4-20 Shroud Switch Cover Safety Switch Safety Switch Cover Hex Washer Screw #10-16 x.50 Wire Harness Cotter Pin Flat Washer.330 ID x.630 OD Compression Spring Mounting Bracket Lock Rod Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x 4.5 Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x.625 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. 54. 55. 56. Part No. 710-0502A 710-0751 731-2484 716-0104 732-3035 711-1571 736-3020 710-0969 710-0425 781-1042 726-0454 710-3008 681-0122 738-1167 736-0371 781-1058 712-3027 748-0457 731-2478 710-3288 723-0295 749-1270 764-0648 07071 731-2292 736-0607 712-0161 Part Description Hex Washer Screw 3/8-16 x 1.25 Hex Cap Screw 1/4-20 x .620 Hose Base Adapter E Ring .500 Dia Compression Spring Clevis Pin Flat Washer ..271 ID x .630 OD Screw #12-16 x 1.0 Machine Screw #10 - 24 x .625 Upper Housing U-Clip Lock Nut 5/16-18 Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x.75 Chipper Chute Assembly Stud 5/16-18 x .56 Flat Washer .343 ID x .880 OD Hose Bracket Hanger Hex Flange Nut 1/4-20 Spacer Hose Nozzle Hex Cap Screw 1/4-20 x 2.625 Adjustment Clamp Nozzle Handle Vacuum Hose Handle Grip Hose Adapter External L-Washer 5/16 Hex Lock Nut #10 - 24 NOTE: For painted parts, please refer to the list of color codes below. Please add the applicable color code, wherever needed, to the part number to order a replacement part. For instance, if a part, numbered 700-xxxx, is painted polo green, the part number to order would be 700-xxxx-0689. Polo Green: 0689 Oyster Grey: 0662 Powder Black: 0637 19 Sears Craftsman 6.0 H.P. Yard Vacuum Model 247.770550 58 1 59 2 3 60 4 5 6 7 10 8 11 12 9 14 13 16 15 18 56 19 15 37 23 17 21 26 27 22 17 24 28 41 25 30 39 29 44 43 31 20 36 38 33 32 34 40 42 46 49 45 35 51 53 42 39 57 44 47 48 50 52 54 20 55 Sears Craftsman 6.0 H.P. Yard Vacuum Model 247.770550 Ref. No. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. Part No. 664-0094 681-0154 710-1054 781-0490 681-0152 781-0735 719-0329 715-0166 711-1401 736-0247 736-0217 710-0818 710-3038 781-0721A 712-3004A 712-3027 736-0142 714-0225 711-1560 731-2294 781-1064 732-1156 726-0106 711-1551 712-0161 736-0400 731-2485 710-1156 750-1294 732-3118 732-1151 Ref. No. Part Description Bag Assembly Screen Assembly Hex Screw 5/16-24 x 1.0 Chipper Blade Impeller Assembly Pin Clip Flail Blade Spiral Pin Clevis Pin Flat Washer.375 ID x 1.25 OD Lock Washer 3/8 Hex Cap Screw 3/8-24 x 2.0 Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x .875 Lower Housing Flange Lock Nut 5/16-18 Hex Flange Nut 1/4-20 Flat Washer .281 ID x .50 OD Cotter Pin Pivot Rod Nozzle Base Adapter Door Torsion Spring Cap Speed Nut 1/4 Pivot Rod Hex Lock Nut #10-24 Flat Washer .194 ID x .62 OD Nozzle Door Lever Hex Screw #10-24 x 1.25 Shoulder Spacer Extension Spring Torsion Spring LH 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. 54. 55. 56. 57. 58. 59. 60. Part No. Part Description 732-1150 731-2294 711-1582 781-0725A 781-0777 681-0155 681-0156 714-0104 710-3025 736-0105 734-1992 736-0232 738-1015 731-0981A 781-0785 738-1185 741-0751 682-0113 720-0426 732-1026 736-0741 738-1173 734-1978 712-0431 726-0453 712-0158 736-0314 OEM-290-012 764-0631 631-0083 Torsion Spring RH Nozzle Door Rod .25 x 1.25 Lg Front Wheel Support Brace Rear Wheel Support Brace Handle Bracket Ass”y LH Handle Brkt Ass”y RH (Not Shown) Cotter Pin Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x.625 Bell Washer.401 ID x.870 OD Wheel 9 x 2 Wave Washer .531 ID x .781 OD Shoulder Screw 3/8-16 Hubcap Height Adjustment Bracket Stud 5/16-18 .56 x .75 Height Adjustment Bearing Pivot Arm Assembly Height Adjustment Knob Spring Lever Bell Washer .760 ID x .25 OD Shoulder Screw .750 ID x .625 OD Wheel 8 x 2 Flange Lock Nut 3/8-16 Lock Nut 3/8-16 Hex Lock Nut 5/16-18 Thrust Washer .375 ID x .70 OD Blower Chute (If Equipped) Bag Chute Assembly NOTE: For painted parts, please refer to the list of color codes below. Please add the applicable color code, wherever needed, to the part number to order a replacement part. For instance, if a part, numbered 700-xxxx, is painted polo green, the part number to order would be 700-xxxx-0689. Polo Green: 0689 Oyster Grey: 0662 Powder Black: 0637 21
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