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DR COMMERCIAL LEAF and LAWN
VACUUM
Safety & Operating Instructions
Please read instructions before operating machine
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And congratulations on your purchase of a new DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM! We have done our utmost to ensure that your DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM will be one of the most trouble-free and satisfying pieces of equipment you have ever owned. Please let us know of any questions or problems you may have. We want to answer or correct them as quickly as possible. (When you do call, please have your serial number and/or order number handy—it will speed things up!) We also hope to hear from you
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Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introducing the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM .................................1 Conventions used in this manual.................................................................................................... 1 Chapter 2: Safety Considerations..........................................................................2 Preparing to Use the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM.................................................................... 2 Safety Information Labels.........
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Chapter 7: Parts Lists and Schematic Diagrams................................................46 Parts List — Trailer Assembly .......................................................................................................46 Schematic Diagram — Trailer Assembly.......................................................................................47 Parts List — Blower/Chipper Assembly.........................................................................................48 Schematic
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Chapter 1: Introducing the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM This manual will help you set up and safely operate your new DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM. Careful adherence to the safety and operating instructions in this manual will ensure many years of productive use. Please let us know if you have any questions or problems by contacting Technical Support via our toll-free phone number. Our contact information is listed inside the front cover of this manual. When you call, please have your serial number o
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Chapter 2: Safety Considerations Taking the time to read and observe all safety instructions will ensure many years of productive use from your DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM and help you avoid injury. Please take a few moments to read the following guidelines for safely operating your new machine. Preparing to Use the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Read these Safety & Operating Instructions and the engine owner manual before you use the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM. Become familiar with the controls, engi
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Make sure you add oil before starting the engine; the unit is shipped without oil. Fill the oil reservoir slowly to make sure you don’t overfill it. #12781 Do not touch and keep combustible substances away from the engine when it is hot. #18887 This label reminds you about the importance of reading and understanding the Safety & Operating Instructions manual and of paying attention to the safety warnings. #18836 Always raise
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WARNING! The items listed in this section will help you keep your DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM running smoothly and, most importantly, prevent injury to yourself or others. Please review them carefully before starting your machine. Protecting Yourself Always wear eye protection while operating either your tractor lawn deck, vacuum system, chipper or performing an adjustment on your DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM to protect your eyes from possible foreign objects thrown from the machine. Use hear
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When using the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM as a trailer, be sure to secure the load. DO NOT tow the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM faster than 8 MPH. Keep your hands out of the Chipper Hopper and Vacuum Inlet while the lawn tractor and the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM engines are running. If it becomes necessary to push material into the Hopper, use a small diameter stick. Always shut off the lawn tractor engine and the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM engine, and disconnect the spark plug wire before attempt
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Slope Operation Slopes are a major factor related to tip over accidents, which can result in severe injury. All slopes require caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not vacuum it. DO: Vacuum up and down the face of slopes; never across. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. Remove objects such as stones, glass and metal objects such as cans. Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall grass can hide obstacles. DO NOT: Do not operate on slopes greater than 20 de
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Safety with Gasoline-Powered Machines Do not run the engine in an enclosed area or without proper ventilation. Store all fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose. Fill the gasoline tank outdoors with the engine off. Allow the engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling. Don't handle gasoline if you or anyone nearby is smoking, or if you are near anything that could cause the gasoline to ignite or explode. If you spill gasoline, do not attempt to start the eng
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Chapter 3: Setting Up Your DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM This chapter outlines a few simple steps you will need to follow to set up your new machine before you use it. It may be helpful to familiarize yourself with the controls and features on your machine by reviewing the picture below before beginning the steps outlined in this chapter. DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Controls and Features Collector Box Inlet Hose Flexible Latch Collector Box Assembly: Hose Support Lanyard Oil Fill 4 Panels, Centri
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Unpacking and Assembling the Machine The DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM is shipped from the factory with the wheels dismounted from the axles. The following instructions will detail how to unpack the machine, assemble the wheels to the axles, install the Tilt Bed, and assemble the Collector Box. Tools & Supplies Needed: Flat blade screwdriver Pliers Hammer Knife Gloves Eye protection Metal shears Parts supplied: (1) Axle (2) Side Collector Box Panels (1) Front Collector Bo
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Attaching Hardware Description 10 DR COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instructions
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Opening the Shipping Container and Installing the Wheels WARNING! Stabilize the shipping container on flat terrain before attempting to unpack and assemble the machine. WARNING! Always wear eye protection when cutting the banding. The banding may have a lot of tension on it and may snap, striking you when cut. Always stand to one side when cutting the band. Figure 2 1. Stand to one side and cut the banding. 2. Remove the top of
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9. Slide a Flat Wheel Washer over the Axle and up against the Axle Bracket (Figure 3). 10. Lift the frame and with the valve stem facing out, slide a wheel on the axle, install a second flat wheel washer over the axle and slide it up against the wheel hub (Figure 4). Axle 11. Insert a cotter pin through the hole in the axle and bend the top of the cotter pin over to retain it in the assembly (Figure 5). 12. Repeat Steps 9 through 11 for the second Axle Brackets wheel. 13. Lift th
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Tilt Bed Installation The following procedure includes all of the steps necessary for the installation of the Tilt Bed on the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM. Note: The plastic Tilt Bed is mounted loosely on the frame to allow for expansion of the plastic. 1. Place the Tilt Bed on the trailer frame with the mating hinges at the same end. Tip: Block the wheels to keep the machine from rolling away. 2. Align the left hinge on the Tilt Bed with the left hinge on the trailer frame (Figure 7). 3. Ins
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Collector Box Installation The following procedure includes all of the steps necessary for the installation of the Collector Box on the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM. 1. Place the projecting edges of the two Side Panels in the slots on the trailer as shown. Wing Note: The Side Support plates are loosely Panels Screw mounted to the Side Panels to allow for Inserted 4 places easy alignment and expansion of the in Slots plastic. Align the holes in the projecting edges with the holes in t
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5. Attach the front enclosure panel on the protruding support pins and fasten the sides, top and bottom using the six (6) flexible latches (Figure 12). The mounting holes are located on top of the panels. Tip: For ease of attaching the front box cover, pull the Dump Lever and tilt the body back. Set the front box cover over the protruding pins, one side at a time, making certain that the six (6) flexible latches are on the outside of the panels (Figure 12). 6. Lower the bed until it is l
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Blower Exit Elbow Assembly Installation The following procedure includes the steps necessary for installing the Blower Exit Elbow Assembly on the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM. Collector 1. Install the Blower Exit Elbow Assembly Box Hose on top of the Blower with the elbow Blower Exit pointing toward the Collector Box Elbow (Figure 14). Assembly 2. Align the hood of the Blower Exit Elbow Assembly to assure that the Safety Lanyard Safety Interlock Switch is engaged, Interlock Angle
