Truck Loader Vac Owner’s Manual WARNING: Read carefully and understand all ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety precautions may result in serious personal injury.
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Table of Contents Intended Use .......................................................................................................................................... 4 Packaging Contents .............................................................................................................................. 4 Technical Specifications ...................................................................................................................... 4 Important Safety Information .................
Intended Use The Powerhorse Truck Loader Vac is intended for vacuuming leaves, clippings, and other similar sized organic material from the ground into a truck or trailer.
Important Safety Information ⚠WARNING Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions may result in serious injury or property damage. The warnings, cautions, and instructions in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions or situations that could occur. Exercise common sense and caution when using this tool. Always be aware of the environment and ensure that the tool is used in a safe and responsible manner.
⚠WARNING PERSONAL SAFETY Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating the tool. Do not use the tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating the tool may result in serious personal injury. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing, dangling objects, or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
⚠CAUTION TRUCK LOADER VAC USE AND CARE Do not force the truck loader vac. Products are safer and do a better job when used in the manner for which they are designed. Plan your work, and use the correct product for the job. Check for damaged parts before each use. Carefully check that the product will operate properly and perform its intended function. Replace damaged or worn parts immediately. Never operate the product with a damaged part. Do not use a product with a malfunctioning switch.
with enough force to ricochet off hard surfaces and cause serious injury. DO NOT set up the truck loader in a location where sparks or heat from the motor could cause a fire. JAMS AND CLOGGING: Turn the truck loader OFF, allow all moving parts to come to a complete stop, and disconnect the spark plug wire before attempting to free a jam or clog.
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Parts List Part No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 Description Nozzle Handle Handle Sleeve Screw Nut M8 Bolt M8x40 Hose Clamp Hose House Cover Hose Band Bolt M8x20 Chain Washer Bolt M10x55 Boom Arm End Cap Screw nut M10 Bolt M10 x 90 Boom Mast Bolt M8x25 Spring Washer Flat Washer Knife Quantity 1 2 2 40 2 2 1 1 2 33 2 4 1 1 4 6 1 1 3 12 12 1 Part No.
Part #63687: 2 Inch Tailgate Mount Part #63688: 2 Inch Swing-away Hitch Mount Assembly Instructions Remove unit from crate. The truck loader vac can be mounted in four ways. The frame mounting will be covered below. Refer to the manual supplied with each accessory. Fill the engine with oil. Fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Assemble the discharge chute. Slide the flange clamp plate over discharge chute. Position the discharge flange over the fan housing flange.
Read the owner’s manual before operating the machine. Unit Mounting and Mounting Accessories Most truck loader vac installations are customized and somewhat unique. It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure the installation is sufficient to carry the truck loader vac and/or accessories. The truck loader vac can be mounted in four different ways. Brief instructions for each are listed below. Refer to the specific mounting accessory and owner’s manual for detailed instructions.
Tailgate Mount (#63687) Vehicle Requirement: A suitable heavy duty tailgate like those used on dump bodies or a similar structure. A pickup tailgate will not handle this mount. Application: Fixed or tilt bed. Must be removed to tilt or unload. Keeps hitch receiver free so a trailer may be pulled. Install tailgate mount on the tailgate of your truck. Adjust the clamps to grip the tail gate securely when the lever handle is pulled down and locked.
Installing the Discharge Chute to the Power Unit Place the housing body (D) on a flat surface to keep it stable. Install the discharge chute (E) to the housing by attaching Knob (A) through the spring washer (B) and Flat Washer (C). See figure 2. The chute’s open direction can be adjusted during installation depending on the operation’s needs. Install the direction plate (F) to the chute with a screw nut and bolt. The knob can be used to adjust the discharge direction without a tool. See figure 3.
4. Place hose bands (G) over the hose. 5. Place the boom arm (F) pivot shaft into housing tube. 6. Install the hose nozzle (D) or handle assembly, onto other end of the hose. Adjust the handle to the desired position and tighten the clamp. Before Each Use ⚠WARNING Inspect the unit for any signs of damage or foreign material in the machine. Remove any solid material that may be preventing the unit from operating properly. Be familiar with the controls, how each functions, and what each operates.
recommendations. Refer to engine manual included with literature packet. Check the air cleaner for dirty, loose, or damaged parts. Clean or replace if necessary. Check the air intake and cooling area for dirt or debris and clean as necessary. Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive under certain conditions. BE SURE to install fuel cap after refueling. Fill fuel tank with good quality, clean, unleaded regular gasoline to the level recommended by the engine manufacturer.
Starting the Engine 1. Turn the fuel on and move the throttle to the half-open position. 2 Set the engine switch to the ON or RUN position. 3. Move the choke to the ON position for cold starts. For warm starts, attempt to start without the choke first to avoid flooding. If the engine does not start then use the choke. 4. Pull the recoil starter handle firmly to start the engine. 5. When the engine starts, gradually back off the choke until the engine runs with no choke.
Removing Clogs If a decrease in suction is experienced, there may be a debris blockage in the hose. Often a clogged hose can be cleared by stretching the hose out straight with the engine running. If the hose does not clear, you will need to remove the hose. Before removing the hose or attempting to clear a clog manually: 1. STOP the engine. Put the engine switch in the OFF position. 2. Wait for the impeller to come to a complete stop. 3.
Transporting 1. Shut off the engine and turn off the fuel valve. 2. Disconnect the hose from the power unit. 3. Remove the boom assembly from the frame (it can stay with the hose.) 4. Remove the discharge chute. 5. Transport the hose/boom assembly and discharge chute secured in the truck or trailer. 6. Do not exceed 30 mph. High speeds together with rough roads can cause damage to the unit. Engine Oil 1. Check the oil level daily. 2.
5. Remove rubber plugs from access holes on the bottom of the chute. 6. Remove nuts, washers, and bolts then remove old liner. 7. Feed the new liner into the chute. Using new bolts and washers on the inside, and new washers and nuts on the outside, install new fasteners working in from each end. Leave the bolts loose until all fasteners are installed. Tighten the nuts and bolts, working from the inside out. 8. Reinstall the rubber plugs. 9. Reinstall the chute on the machine.
Problem(s) Engine won't start Possible Cause Corrective Action No fuel. Add fuel. Choke not in the START position. Turn choke to the START position. Low quality or old gasoline. Use fresh unleaded gasoline. Dirty fuel passageways. Clean out passageways using fuel additive. Heavy deposits may require further cleaning. Spark plug cap not connected securely. Connect spark plug cap properly. Spark plug fouled. Remove spark plug. Clean/replace as recommended in engine manual. No compressions.
Parts Diagram Parts List Part No. Description Quantity Part No.
Part No. Description Quantity Part No. Description Quantity 18 Boom Mast 1 40 Base Plate 2 19 Bolt M8x25 3 41 Hose Adapter 1 20 Spring Washer 12 42 End Cap 1 21 Flat Washer 12 43 Bolt M12x60 1 22 Knife 1 44 Screw Nut M12 1 45 Cover 1 Replacement Parts For replacement parts and technical questions, please call Customer Service at 1-800-222-5381. Not all product components are available for replacement.
Limited Warranty Northern Tool and Equipment Company, Inc. ("We'' or "Us'') warrants to the original purchaser only ("You'' or "Your") that the Powerhorse product purchased will be free from material defects in both materials and workmanship, normal wear and tear excepted, for a period of two years from date of purchase. The foregoing warranty is valid only if the installation and use of the product is strictly in accordance with product instructions.
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