Agri Fab Chip N Vac 45 0253 User Manual

OWNERS  
MANUAL  
Model No.  
502493  
552493  
Includes Deck  
Adapter #62468  
CHIP-N-VAC  
CAUTION:  
Read Rules for  
Safe Operation  
and Instructions  
Carefully  
Safety  
Assembly  
Operating  
Maintenance  
Repair Parts  
FORM NO 41184 Rev. (04/23/09)  
PRINTED IN U.S.A.  
SAFETY  
Any power equipment can cause injury if operated improperly or if the user does not understand how to operate the equipment. Exercise  
caution at all times, when using power equipment.  
Readandfollowallinstructionsinthismanualbeforeattempting  
to assemble or operate this equipment. Failure to comply  
with these instructions may result in personal injury. Keep this  
manual in a safe place for future reference and for ordering  
replacement parts.  
If the cutting mechanism strikes a foreign object, or if your  
Mow-N-Vac should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine  
immediately, disconnectthesparkplugwireandmovethewire  
away from the spark plug. Allow the machine to stop and take  
the following steps.  
Read this operating and service instruction manual carefully.  
Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and proper use of this  
power vacuum.  
Read the vehicle owners manual and vehicle safe operation  
rules before using this equipment.  
Never allow children under 16 to operate this Mow-N-Vac.  
Children 16 years and older should only operate under close  
parental supervision.  
Do not allow anyone to operate this equipment without proper  
instructions.  
Do not allow passengers to ride on this equipment or on the  
towing vehicle.  
Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly  
small children. Also keep area clear of pets.  
Check fuel before starting engine. Do not fill fuel tank indoors,  
or when engine is running, or while engine is hot. Wipe off  
any spilled fuel before starting engine.  
Engine and muffler get hot. Do not touch! To avoid fire hazard,  
keep clean of debris and other accumulations.  
a. Inspect for damage.  
b. Repair or replace any damaged parts.  
c. Check for loose parts and tighten to assure  
continued safe operation.  
Check all bolts for tightness at frequent intervals to help insure  
safe operation.  
Check vinyl hard top boot frequently for wear. Replace if worn  
or damaged.  
Never operate Mow-N-Vac unless deck adapter, hose, hose  
adapter (nozzle), discharge chute (elbow), and top cover are  
properly attached in their place.  
Do not remove top cover or attempt to empty contents of cart  
while engine is running.  
Never attempt to change hose adapter (nozzle) or to install  
remote hose attachment when engine is running.  
Keep all shields and guards (e.g. discharge chute (elbow) and  
hose adapter (nozzle) in place and securely attached.  
Always wear safety glasses or other suitable eye protection  
when operating or maintaining this equipment.  
Do not stand behind cart in exhaust discharge area while  
Never store Mow-N-Vac with fuel in tank. Allow engine to cool  
before storing in any enclosure.  
Do not change engine governor settings.  
engine is running.  
Do not operate this equipment while intoxicated or while taking  
drugs or medication that impairs the senses and reactions.  
Do not operate engine if air cleaner or cover is removed,  
except for adjustment. Removal of these parts could create a  
fire hazard.  
Keep hands, feet, face, long hair and clothing out of inlet and  
discharge area. There are ROTATING BLADES inside these  
openings.  
Beforecleaning,repairingorinspecting,makecertainallmoving  
parts come to a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug wire  
and keep wire away from plug to prevent accidental starting.  
Keep throttle control lever in stop position.  
If the Mow-N-Vac should become blocked with debris at any  
point, shut engine off and wait until the impeller comes to a  
complete stop before attempting to remove the obstruction.  
Disconnect spark plug wire to prevent accidental starting.  
When using this equipment, start with the vehicle transmission  
in first (low) gear and then gradually increase speed only as  
conditions permit.  
Operate this equipment at reduced speed on rough terrain,  
along creeks and ditches and on slopes to prevent tipping or  
loss of control. Do not drive too close to a creek or ditch.  
Vehicle braking and stability are affected by the addition of  
this equipment. Do not fill the Mow-N-Vac to its full capacity  
without checking the capability of the towing vehicle to safely  
pull and stop with the Mow-N-Vac attached.  
Before operating on any grade (hill) refer to the safety rules  
in the vehicle owner's manual concerning safe operation on  
slopes. Also refer to the SLOPE GUIDE on page 23 of this  
owner's manual. Do not operate on slopes in excess of 10  
degrees. STAY OFF STEEP SLOPES.  
Follow the maintenance instructions outlined in this manual.  
Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions.It means — Attention!! Become alert!!Your safety  
is involved.  
DANGER: This Mow-N-Vac 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 unit is capable of amputating fingers and hands and throwing objects.  
Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.  
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WARNING  
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY  
• Read Owner's Manual and all safety labels on machine before starting and using machine.  
• Do Not remove top cover or attempt to empty contents of cart while engine is running.  
• Do Not stand behind cart in exhaust discharge area while engine is running.  
• Keep hands, feet, face, long hair and clothing out of chipper inlet, vac inlet, and discharge  
area. There are ROTATING BLADES inside these openings.  
• Wear approved safety glasses and gloves. Avoid loose fitting clothes.  
• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children and pets.  
• Keep all shields and guards (e.g. upper chipper chute extension, discharge chute, nozzle  
assembly) in place and securely attached.  
• Check discharge boot frequently for wear. Replace if worn or damaged.  
• If unit becomes clogged or jammed, shut off engine right away. Do Not attempt to clear  
clog or jam with engine running.  
• Muffler and engine get hot and can cause burns. Do Not Touch. To avoid a fire hazard,  
keep leaves, grass and other combustible debris off hot muffler and engine.  
• Do Not attempt to remove or attach vac nozzle or optional Hose Kit with engine running.  
• Do Not operate unit unless nozzle or optional Hose Kit is secured in place.  
• Do Not fill gas tank while engine is running. Allow engine to cool at least 2 minutes  
before refueling.  
DANGER  
WARNING  
MUFFLER & ADJACENT AREAS  
MAY EXCEED 150 F  
ROTATING CUTTING BLADES.  
KEEP HANDS AND FEET OUT  
OF OPENINGS WHILE MACHINE  
IS RUNNING.  
DANGER  
HAZARDOUS ROTATING BLADES INSIDE. KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM ALL  
OPENINGS. DO NOT REMOVE OR ATTACH HOSE, HOSE ADAPTER, ELBOW OR  
OPTIONAL HOSE KIT WHEN ENGINE IS RUNNING!  
WARNING  
This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near unimproved forest-covered, or  
grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state  
laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.  
In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other  
states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester muffler is available at your nearest  
engine authorized service center.  
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HARDWARE PACKAGE CONTENTS  
SHOWN FULL SIZE  
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B
C
D
E
F
G
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O
N
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M
K
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CC  
DD  
EE  
BB  
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AA  
See page 13 for the Deck Adapter hardware package. (Contents not included here.)  
REF.  
qTY  
DESCRIPTION  
REF.  
qTY  
DESCRIPTION  
CART VAC  
CART VAC  
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
N
O
P
3
2
9
12  
2
4
1
5
2
6
Hex Bolt, 3/8" x 3"  
Q
R
S
T
U
V
W
X
Y
Z
AA  
BB  
CC  
DD  
EE  
12  
5
1
2
2
2
2
1
9
1
Nylock Nut, 5/16"  
Hex Bolt, 1/2" x 1-1/4"  
Hex Bolt, 3/8" x 1-1/4"  
Hex Bolt, 1/4" x 1-1/4"  
Hex Bolt, 1/4" x 1"  
Nylock Nut, 1/2"  
Nylock Nut, 3/8"  
Hair Cotter Pin, 1/8"  
Cotter Pin, 1/8" x 1-1/2"  
Hub Cap  
Spacer Tube  
Door Support  
Hitch Plate  
Knob  
Door Latch  
Hitch Pin  
Tarp Strap, 25"  
Tarp Strap (Less Hooks)  
"S" Hooks  
1
3
2
1
4
Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 3/4"  
14 Hex Bolt, 1/4" x 3/4"  
20 Hex Bolt, 1/4" x 5/8"  
4
6
36 Flat Washer, 1/4"  
3
1
Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 3/4" Thread Forming  
Truss Head Bolt, 5/16" x 3/4"  
Nylon Washer  
Flat Washer, 5/16"  
Flat Washer, 7/16"  
Flat Washer, 1"  
4
9
40 Nylock Nut, 1/4"  
5
1
3
4
2
7
8
6
5
9
10  
CARTON CONTENTS (Cart Body Carton)  
REF. qTY DESCRIPTION  
REF. qTY  
DESCRIPTION  
1
2
3
4
5
1
1
1
1
2
Wheel Support  
Rear Tongue  
Front Tongue  
Hose Hanger Rod Assembly  
Cart Body  
6
7
8
9
10  
1
1
1
1
2
Hose  
Tailgate Reinforcement Bracket  
Axle  
Latch Stand Bracket  
Wheels  
1
2
3
4
5
7
6
12  
11  
13  
8
10  
9
CARTON CONTENTS (Mow-N-Vac Carton)  
REF. qTY DESCRIPTION  
REF. qTY  
DESCRIPTION  
Poly Hard Top  
Hitch Bracket  
Hose Adapter (Nozzle)  
Elbow  
Engine Base Assembly  
Chipper Chute w/Tamper Plug  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
1
2
1
1
2
1
1
Front Panel  
Side Panels  
Rear Door  
Cross Brace  
Hose Clamp  
8
1
1
1
1
1
1
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
Adapter Bracket  
Deck Adapter  
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ASSEMBLY  
This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE or OIL. After  
assembly, see separate engine manual for proper fuel  
and engine oil recommendations.  
3. Fit the tailgate reinforcement bracket over the end of  
the cart bed. Position the two door support brackets  
on the bottom of the reinforcement bracket as shown  
in figure 2. Fasten the reinforcement bracket and the  
door supports to the bottom of the cart using four  
5/16" x 3/4" truss head bolts and 5/16" nylock nuts.  
Do not tighten yet. See figure 2.  
TOOLS REqUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY  
(1) Screwdriver  
(1) Pliers  
4. Fasten the tailgate reinforcement bracket to the sides  
of the cart body using four 1/4" x 5/8" hex bolts and  
1/4" nylock nuts. See figure 2. Do not tighten yet.  
(2) 7/16" Wrenches  
(2) 1/2" Wrench  
(2) 9/16" Wrenches  
(2) 3/4" Wrenches (only if figure 23 on page 12 is used)  
1/4" NYLOCK NUT  
1/4" x 5/8"  
HEX BOLT  
REMOVAL OF PARTS FROM CARTONS  
1. Remove the hardware packs and all loose parts from  
the cartons.  
5/16" x 3/4" TRUSS  
HEAD BOLT  
2. Lay out and identify parts shown in carton contents.  
3. Lay out and identify parts in the hardware packs. Keep  
contents of each hardware package separate.  
DOOR  
SUPPORT  
ASSEMBLING THE CART BODY  
1. Place cart body halves upright on a smooth level  
surface such as a garage floor or a paved driveway.  
See figure 1.  
TAILGATE  
REINFORCEMENT  
5/16" NYLOCK NUT  
FIGURE 2  
BRACKET  
CAUTION: Do not leave the cart unattended  
in upright position during assembly. A falling  
cart can cause personal injury! Pay close  
attention to the stability of the cart while it  
remains in an upright position. For best stability,  
assemble on a smooth level surface.  
5. Pull the cart body halves together.  
Tighten the four truss head bolts in figure 2.  
Tighten the four hex bolts in figure 2.  
Tighten the three hex bolts in figure 1, keeping the  
bottom aligned and pulled together.  
2. Assemble cart body halves together using three 1/4" x  
5/8" hex bolts and 1/4" nylock nuts as shown in figure  
1. Do not tighten yet.  
6. Carefully flip the cart end for end so that it rests on  
the tailgate reinforcement bracket. See figure 3.  
1/4" x 5/8" HEX BOLT  
1/4" NYLOCK NUT  
FIGURE 1  
FIGURE 3  
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7. Assemble the wheel support to the bottom of the cart  
using eight 5/16" x 3/4" truss head bolts and 5/16"  
nylock nuts as shown in figure 4. Heads of bolts go on  
the inside of cart. Tighten.  
10. Position the rear tongue on the wheel support and the  
latch stand bracket. Assemble the axle through the  
wheel support and the tongue. See figure 6.  
IMPORTANT: Make sure the tongue is securely locked  
to the latch stand bracket by the latch lock lever.  
5/16" x 3/4"  
TRUSS HEAD BOLT  
AXLE  
TONGUE  
(REAR)  
WHEEL  
SUPPORT  
5/16"  
NYLOCK  
NUT  
LATCH  
LOCK  
LEVER  
FIGURE 4  
FIGURE 6  
8. To prevent accidental tipping during the following  
assembly procedures, lower the cart to rest upside  
down, with the wheel support facing up, as shown in  
figure 5.  
9. Align the latch stand bracket so that the tab is at the  
rear. Fasten the bracket to the rear set of holes at the  
front of the cart using two 1/4" x 5/8" hex bolts, 1/4"  
flat washers and 1/4" nylock nuts. Use the 1/4" flat  
washers as shims between the bracket and the cart  
bed. Make finger tight. See figure 5.  
11. Assemble a spacer tube onto each end of the axle as  
shown in figure 7.  
12. Assemble a 1" flat washer, a wheel (valve stem facing  
out), and another 1" flat washer onto the axle as  
shown in figure 7. Secure the wheel with a cotter pin,  
spreading the ends so that a hub cap can fit over the  
pin. Assemble the hub cap by pressing it onto the flat  
washer. Repeat on other end of axle.  
LATCH STAND  
BRACKET  
1/4" NYLOCK NUT  
(Tab at rear)  
SPACER TUBE  
WHEEL  
AXLE  
1/4" FLAT  
WASHER  
1" FLAT  
WASHER  
1" FLAT  
WASHER  
HUB CAP  
COTTER PIN  
1/4" x 5/8"  
HEX BOLT  
FIGURE 7  
FIGURE 5  
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13. Flip the cart over so that it rests on its wheels.  
ASSEMBLING THE VAC  
14. Assemble the front tongue on top of the rear tongue  
using three 3/8" x 3" hex bolts and 3/8" nylock nuts.  
See figure 8.  
17. Release the latch lock lever and tilt the cart bed back.  
See figure 10.  
18. Assemble the front panel to the cart bed, sliding  
the bottom lip of the panel in between the cart bed  
and the latch stand bracket. Fasten the panel to the  
bottom and sides of the cart bed using six 1/4" x 5/8"  
hex bolts and 1/4" nylock nuts. Tighten. See figure 10.  
HINT: For easier assembly, support the rear tongue with  
a block of wood.  
3/8" x 3"  
HEX BOLT  
19. Tighten the two bolts that you assembled to the latch  
stand bracket in figure 5.  
TONGUE  
(FRONT)  
FRONT  
PANEL  
1/4" NYLOCK NUT  
1/4" x 5/8"  
HEX BOLT  
3/8" NYLOCK NUT  
BLOCK  
1/4" x 5/8"  
HEX BOLT  
FIGURE 8  
15. Assemble the hitch bracket to the front tongue us-  
ing two 3/8" x 1-1/4" hex bolts and 3/8" nylock nuts.  
Tighten. See figure 9.  
1/4" NYLOCK NUT  
LATCH  
STAND  
BRACKET  
16. Secure the hitch pin to the hitch bracket and tongue  
with the hair cotter pin. See figure 9.  
HITCH BRACKET  
HITCH  
PIN  
FIGURE 10  
3/8" x 1-1/4"  
HEX BOLT  
HAIR  
COTTER  
PIN  
3/8" HEX  
LOCK NUT  
TONGUE  
FIGURE 9  
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20. Place a side panel on top of the cart bed flange,  
inside the lip of the front panel. Fasten the side panel  
to the front panel using three 1/4" x 5/8" hex bolts  
and 1/4" nylock nuts. Fasten the side panel to the cart  
bed flange using two 1/4" x 5/8" hex bolts, 1/4" flat  
washers and 1/4" nylock nuts. Tighten. See figure 11.  
Repeat on other side.  
23. Assemble a door latch at each end of the cross brace  
using a 5/16" x 3/4" hex bolt, a nylon washer and a  
5/16" nylock nut. Place the nylon washer between the  
door latch and cross brace. Tighten so that latch is  
snug but will still rotate. See figure 13.  
5/16" x 3/4"  
HEX BOLT  
CROSS  
DOOR  
LATCH  
BRACE  
1/4" x 5/8"  
HEX BOLT  
1/4" NYLOCK NUT  
1/4" FLAT  
WASHER  
5/16" NYLOCK NUT  
1/4" x 5/8"  
HEX BOLT  
1/4" NYLOCK NUT  
NYLON  
WASHER  
FIGURE 11  
FIGURE 13  
21. Screw a 1/4" nylock nut onto a 1/4" x 1" hex bolt until  
it is about 1/4" from the bolt head. Insert the bolt into  
the hole shown in the side of the cart in figure 12.  
Fasten the bolt to the cart using a 1/4" nylock nut.  
Tighten so that the nut is one or two threads past the  
end of the bolt. Repeat on the other side.  
22. Assemble the cross brace to the top rear holes in the  
side panels using four 1/4" x 5/8" hex bolts and 1/4"  
nylock nuts. See figure 12.  
24. Install the poly hard top using fourteen 1/4" x 3/4"  
hex bolts and 1/4" flat washers on the outside and  
fourteen 1/4" flat washers and 1/4" nylock nuts on the  
inside. Tighten. See figure 14.  
POLY HARD TOP  
1/4" NYLOCK NUT  
1/4" FLAT  
WASHER  
1/4" x 5/8"  
1/4" NYLOCK NUT  
HEX BOLT  
1/4" FLAT  
WASHER  
CROSS  
1/4" x 1"  
BRACE  
1/4" x 3/4"  
HEX BOLT  
HEX BOLT  
1/4" NYLOCK NUT  
1/4" NYLOCK NUT  
FIGURE 12  
FIGURE 14  
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25. Assemble a short tarp strap to rear door using one  
1/4" x 1-1/4" hex bolt, two 1/4" flat washers and one  
1/4" nylock nut. Assemble an "S" hook through loose  
end of strap. See figure 15. Repeat on other side of  
door.  
26. Assemble door to rear of cart by resting bottom of  
door on door supports and pushing top of door in  
against cross brace. Secure top of door using door  
latches on each side. See figure 15.  
29. Assemble the elbow to the impeller housing using  
four 5/16" x 3/4" self tapping hex bolts and four nylon  
washers. Push while turning to help start the bolts into  
the unthreaded holes. Tighten. See figure 17.  
30. To center the elbow with the opening in the hard top:  
a. Push the vinyl boot back inside the opening.  
b. Loosen by approximately 1/4 turn each, the four  
bolts that you assembled in figure 16.  
c. Push against the elbow to center it with the sides  
of the opening.  
d. Retighten the four bolts that you loosened.  
31. Pull the vinyl boot onto the end of the elbow.  
27. Hook both the tarp straps onto the 1/4" x 1" hex bolts  
in the sides of the cart. See figure 15.  
DOOR LATCH  
Center elbow between  
sides of opening  
1/4" x 1-1/4" HEX BOLT  
1/4" FLAT WASHER  
TARP STRAP (SHORT)  
"S" HOOK  
1/4" FLAT  
WASHER  
NYLON  
WASHER  
5/16" x 3/4"  
HEX BOLT  
(Thread Forming)  
DOOR  
SUPPORTS  
1/4" NYLOCK NUT  
1/4" x 1"  
HEX BOLT  
Loosen (4) bolts  
1/4 turn each  
FIGURE 15  
28. Attach the engine/impeller housing assembly to the  
upper holes in the angles welded to the tongue. Use  
four 5/16" x 3/4" hex bolts and 5/16" nylock nuts.  
Tighten. See figure 16.  
FIGURE 17  
5/16"  
NYLOCK  
NUT  
5/16" x 3/4"  
HEX BOLT  
FRONT  
TONGUE  
WELDED  
ANGLES  
FIGURE 16  
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32. Assemble the hose adapter (nozzle) to the front of  
the impeller housing and secure with the three knobs.  
Make sure that the switch actuator bracket contacts  
the switch on the housing. See figure 18.  
HINT: Tip the cart bed back for easier access in the next  
paragraph.  
36. Attach the chipper chute assembly to the weld bolts  
on the back side of the impeller housing using three  
5/16" flat washers and 5/16" Nylock nuts. Tighten.  
See figure 20.  
37. Insert the tamper plug into the end of the chipper  
chute assembly.  
HOSE ADAPTER  
(NOZZLE)  
KNOB  
CHIPPER CHUTE  
ASSEMBLY  
SWITCH  
ACTUATOR  
BRACKET  
5/16"  
NYLOCK  
NUT  
FIGURE 18  
5/16" FLAT  
WASHER  
33. Place a hose clamp onto one end of hose. Push hose  
onto hose adapter (nozzle). Tighten hose clamp onto  
hose and hose adapter. Do not collapse hose adapter  
when tightening clamp. See figure 19.  
FIGURE 20  
34. Place the hose hanger rod assembly into the hose  
hanger bracket on the impeller housing assembly.  
See figure 19.  
35. Loop the 25" tarp strap under the hose. Hook to the  
hose hanger rod assembly. See figure 19.  
38. Assemble the hitch plate to the tractor hitch if:  
a. Your tractor has a square (straight) hitch frame,  
to help prevent binding.  
b. Your tractor has a lightweight hitch frame that  
needs reinforcing for towing the Chip-N-Vac.  
Use a 1/2" x 1-1/4" hex bolt, a 7/16" flat washer and a  
1/2" nylock nut. See figure 21.  
HOSE HANGER ROD  
1/2" x 1-1/4"  
HEX BOLT  
25" TARP  
STRAP  
HOSE  
TRACTOR  
HITCH FRAME  
(SQUARE)  
ATTACH  
MOW-N-VAC  
HERE  
CLAMP  
HITCH  
PLATE  
7/16" FLAT WASHER  
1/2" NYLOCK NUT  
TRACTOR  
HITCH FRAME  
(TAPERED)  
FIGURE 19  
FIGURE 21  
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BEFORE PROCEEDING, look in the fold-out sheets to find the template for  
your mower deck.If written instructions are printed on the template, follow those  
instructions instead of the instructions in this manual.  
STOP  
NOTE: Not all of the hardware will be used for any one  
ASSEMBLING THE DECK ADAPTER (#62468)  
TO THE MOWER DECK  
particular fit up.  
1. Identify and cut out the template for your brand and  
size mower deck. If there is no template included for  
your deck size, you can make your own template by  
marking around a piece of cardboard held against the  
edge of the deck's discharge opening.  
Contents of Hardware Pack for Deck Adapter:  
See Figure 22.  
Key  
qty.  
Description  
2. FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS PRINTED ON THE  
TEMPLATE. If there are no instructions, use the  
following instructions as a general guide.  
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
2
4
2
3
5
9
12  
5
1
1
Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 1-1/4"  
Hex Bolt, 1/4" x 1"  
Carriage Bolt, 5/16" x 3/4"  
Nylock Nut, 5/16"  
3. Tape the template to the face of the adapter, about  
1/2" from front and 1/4" down from top for deeper  
decks. For shallow decks, position template low  
enough that adapter will not extend below bottom  
of deck. Mark outline of template on face of adapter  
using white crayon, nail or scriber. Drill a starting hole  
inside the outline, then use a saber saw or key hole  
saw to cut out the opening. See figure 23.  
Nylock Nut, 1/4"  
Flat Steel Washer, 1/4" Std.  
Flat Washer, 5/16" Std.  
Nylon Washer  
Mounting Strap  
Angle Bracket  
J
K
1
Mounting Bracket  
1/4" DOWN  
IMPORTANT:  
Keep cut-off as close to  
the top edge as possible.  
SHOWN FULL SIZE  
D
A
B
C
E
G
H
F
1/2" FROM FRONT  
FIGURE 23  
NOT SHOWN FULL SIZE  
PERFORM THIS STEP ONLY IF NECESSARY.  
4. Remove the mower discharge deflector from your  
mower deck if necessary to attach deck adapter. Save  
the deflector and hardware for remounting deflector.  
K
J
I
FIGURE 22- FULL SIZE  
CAUTION: Mower deflector must be  
replaced when Vac System deck adapter  
is removed. Do Not operate mower  
unless adapter or deflector is in place  
and properly mounted.  
13  
5. Position the adapter over the deck opening, and check  
for fit of cutout as shown in figure 24. Trim cutout, if  
necessary, to allow tilting of adapter, keeping the fit as  
close as possible for best vacuum suction.  
7. Assemble the adapter bracket to the deck using two  
5/16" x 1" hex bolts, 5/16" flat washers and 5/16"  
nylock nuts. See figure 26.  
NOTE: It may be necessary to use extra 5/16" flat  
washers to shim under the bracket next to the deck  
surface. Ten extra washers have been furnished as  
shims. See figure 26.  
NOTE: Make sure adapter clears gauge  
wheels on mower deck  
DECK ADAPTER  
MOWER DECK  
(2) 5/16" NYLOCK NUTS  
(2) 5/16" FLAT  
WASHERS  
Curl on deck may be located outside of  
adapter or inside depending on deck  
opening design  
ADAPTER BRACKET  
5/16" flat washers  
used as needed for  
shims to adjust for  
variations in decks.  
5/16" x 1" HEX BOLT  
FIGURE 24  
FIGURE 26  
6. Holding the adapter bracket and the deck adapter  
together, position the deck adapter on the mower  
deck. Keeping the edge of deck adapter as close as  
possible to the offset in the adapter bracket, see if the  
slot in the adapter bracket can be aligned with one  
or two of the deflector holes in your mower deck's  
discharge opening. If the bracket can not be located  
correctly using existing holes, it will be necessary to  
drill one or two 5/16" diameter holes in the deck. See  
figure 25.  
8. With deck adapter positioned correctly over the  
discharge opening, use the adapter bracket as a  
template and drill three 9/32" diameter holes in the top  
of the deck adapter. See figure 27.  
9. Bolt deck adapter to bracket using three 1/4" x 1"  
bolts, nylon washers, 1/4" flat washers and 1/4" lock  
nuts. Nylon washers should be against the inside of  
the deck adapter. See figure 27.  
Use existing holes or drill 5/16"  
diameter hole or holes.  
DECK ADAPTER  
(3) 1/4" NYLOCK  
NUTS  
ADAPTER BRACKET  
ADAPTER  
BRACKET  
(3) NYLON  
WASHERS  
(3) 1/4" STEEL WASHERS  
(3) 1/4" x 1" HEX BOLTS  
FIGURE 27  
DECK ADAPTER  
MOWER DECK  
Keep edge of adapter as close  
as possible to offset in bracket  
10. Assemble end of hose and a hose clamp over the  
round opening of deck adapter and tighten clamp. GO  
DIRECTLY TO THE OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS  
ON PAGE 15.  
FIGURE 25  
14  
OPERATION  
HOW TO USEYOUR CHIP-N-VAC  
BEFORE STARTING  
1. Your Chip-N-Vac engine is shipped without oil or  
CAUTION: Vehicle braking and stability  
gasoline. Service the Chip-N-Vac engine with oil and  
gas as instructed in the separate engine manual.  
2. Inspect the Chip-N-Vac to make sure all covers (rear  
door, vinyl boot, elbow, hose adapter, hose and deck  
adapter are properly attached.  
may be affected with the addition of an  
accessory or an attachment. Be aware of  
changing conditions on slopes.  
1. Inspect the Chip-N-Vac to make sure all covers (rear  
door, vinyl boot, elbow, chipper chute with tamper  
plug, hose adapter (nozzle), hose and deck adapter  
are properly attached.  
3. Check tires for proper inflation (12 - 14 lbs).  
WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors, or  
with the engine running, or while the engine  
is hot. Do not smoke while filling tank.  
2. Check tires for proper inflation (12 - 14 lbs).  
3. Check oil and gas in Chip-N-Vac engine.  
4. Begin operation at low speed, adjusting forward speed  
to match grass height and/or moisture condition to  
prevent clogging.  
5. Do not attempt to vacuum up any material other  
than vegetation found in a normal yard, such as light  
branches, leaves, twigs, etc.  
HOW TO STOPYOUR CHIP-N-VAC  
1. To stop engine, move the throttle control lever to the  
OFF position.  
WARNING: Should your Chip-N-Vac  
become clogged, shut off tractor and  
Chip-N-Vac engines. Before attempting  
to unclog, remove wire from spark plug to  
prevent accidental starting.  
2. Disconnect spark plug wire from plug to prevent ac-  
cidental starting while equipment is unattended or is  
being worked on.  
CAUTION: The muffler and adjacent  
areas are hot!  
6. To empty cart, shut off tractor engine and set brake.  
7. Shut off Chip-N-Vac engine.  
8. Remove rear door from cart.  
9. Release the latch holding cart down to the tongue by  
pulling up on the latch lever. See figure 28.  
10. Using a rake or suitable tool, pull the grass clippings  
and/or leaves out of cart.  
HOW TO STARTYOUR CHIP-N-VAC  
WARNING: Never start or run the  
engine without all covers being properly  
attached to the blower housing and cart.  
CAUTION: To avoid possible injury, be  
sure that no one is near the cart before  
releasing the latch.  
11. After cart is emptied, secure cart to tongue with latch  
and reattach the rear door and the vinyl boot.  
1. Check oil and gas in Chip-N-Vac engine.  
2. Attach spark plug wire to spark plug.  
3. Move choke lever on engine to CHOKE position.  
(A warm engine may not require choking.)  
4. Move throttle control lever on engine to FAST position.  
5. Grasp starter handle and pull rope out slowly until  
engine reaches start of compression cycle (rope will  
pull slightly harder at this point). Let the rope rewind  
slowly.  
6. Pull rope with a rapid, continuous, full arm stroke.  
Keep a firm grip on starter handle. Let rope rewind  
slowly. Do not let starter handle snap back against  
starter.  
7. Repeat instructions in two preceding paragraphs until  
engine fires. When engine starts, move choke control  
gradually to RUN position.  
FIGURE 28  
15  
USING THE CHIPPER CHUTE  
1. Material such as stalks or heavy branches up to 3" in  
diameter may be fed into the chipper chute as shown  
in figure 29.  
2. Be sure to wear eye protection and gloves when  
feeding material into the chipper chute.  
3. Use the tamper plug, not your hands, to force material  
down through the chipper chute.  
4. For best performance, it is important to keep the  
chipper blades sharp. If the composition of the  
material being discharged changes (becomes  
stringy, etc.) or if the rate of discharge slows down  
considerably, it is likely that the chipper blades are dull  
and need to be sharpened or replaced. Refer to the  
Service and Adjustments section, on page 18.  
WARNING: Do not attempt to feed any  
material larger than 3" in diameter into the  
chipper chute. Personal injury or damage to  
the machine could result.  
DANGER: Keep hands out of chipper  
chute. Rotating blades in impeller housing  
can cause serious injury. Use the tamper  
plug to help push material down into the  
chute.  
FIGURE 29  
16  
MAINTENANCE  
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES  
Read and follow the maintenance schedule and the maintenance procedures listed in this section.  
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE  
Fill in dates as you  
complete regular service.  
Service Dates  
Check for loose fasteners  
Check soft vinyl boot  
Check tire pressure  
Check engine oil level  
Lubricate  
X
X
X
X
X
Clean  
X
X
Maintain engine per instructions below and in engine manual.  
BEFORE EACH USE  
WARNING: Always stop engine and  
disconnect spark plug wire before  
cleaning, lubricating or before performing  
any repairs or maintenance.  
CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS  
1. Make a thorough visual check of the Chip-N- Vac  
for any bolts and nuts which may have loosened.  
Retighten any loose bolts and nuts.  
ENGINE MAINTENANCE  
CHECK VINYL BOOT  
2. Check the soft vinyl boot (on front of hard top) for  
wear. Replace if worn or damaged.  
1. Check oil level before each use. Maintain engine oil  
as instructed in the separate engine manual.  
2. Service air cleaner every 25 hours under normal  
conditions. Clean every few hours under extremely  
dusty conditions. Poor engine performance and  
flooding usually indicates that the air cleaner should  
be serviced. To service the air cleaner, refer to the  
separate engine manual.  
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE  
3. Check tire pressure regularly. Recommended tire  
pressure is 12-14 Lbs.  
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL  
4. Check oil level before each use. Maintain engine oil as  
instructed in the separate engine manual.  
3. The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap  
reset once a season. Spark plug replacement is  
recommended at the start of each season. Check  
the engine manual for correct plug type and gap  
specifications.  
LUBRICATION  
CLEANING  
1. At the beginning of each season, lubricate the latch,  
latch pivot bolt, and the axle where the hitch tongue  
pivots, with a light machine oil.  
2. At least once a season, grease or oil the wheel bear-  
ings. Use automotive wheel bearing type grease or 20  
weight oil.  
1. Make sure the cart, the side and front panels and  
top are cleaned after each use. Grass clippings and  
leaves left in the cart will mildew and cause damage if  
not cleaned out.  
2. Clean the engine regularly with a cloth or brush.  
Keep the cooling fins on the engine housing clean  
to permit proper air circulation which is essential to  
engine performance and life. Be sure to remove all dirt  
and debris from muffler area.  
17  
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS  
SHARPENING OR REPLACING CHIPPER  
BLADES  
NYLOCK NUTS  
1. Disconnect the spark plug wire and move wire away  
from the spark plug.  
2. Remove the access plate by removing two hex lock  
nuts. See figure 30.  
ACCESS  
PLATE  
3. Locate one of the chipper blades in the access plate  
opening by rotating the impeller assembly by hand.  
Remove the blade using a 3/16" allen wrench on  
the outside of the blade and a 1/2" wrench on the  
impeller assembly, inside the housing.  
4. Remove the other blade in the same manner.  
5. Replace or sharpen blades. If sharpening, make  
certain to remove an equal amount from each blade.  
Reassemble in reverse order.  
NOTE: Make certain the blades are reassembled with  
the sharp edge facing upward, as viewed from the access  
plate opening.  
FIGURE 30  
STORAGE  
3. If storing in an unventilated or metal storage shed,  
coat metal parts with light oil or silicone to prevent  
rust.  
1. Clean the engine and the entire unit thoroughly.  
2. Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage  
instructions.  
4. Store unit in a clean, dry area.  
18  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)  
CORRECTIVE ACTION  
Engine fails to start  
1. Spark plug wire disconnected.  
2. Safety switch not contacted.  
3. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.  
4. Fuel shut-off valve closed  
(if so equipped).  
1. Connect wire to spark plug.  
2. Correctly install hose adapter nozzle.  
3. Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel.  
4. Open fuel shut-off valve.  
5. Faulty spark plug.  
5. Clean, adjust gap or replace.  
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.  
4. Water or dirt in fuel system.  
4. Disconnect fuel line at carburetor to drain  
fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.  
5. Adjust carburetor.*  
5. Carburetor out of adjustment.  
6. Dirty air cleaner.  
6. Service air cleaner.*  
Engine overheats  
Too much vibration  
1. Carburetor not adjusted  
properly.  
2. Engine oil level low.  
1. Adjust carburetor.*  
2. Fill crankcase with proper oil.  
Loose parts or damaged  
impeller.  
Stop engine immediately and disconnect  
spark plug wire. Tighten all bolts and nuts.  
Make all necessary repairs. If vibration  
continues, have unit serviced by an  
authorized service dealer.  
Unit does not  
discharge  
1. Discharge chute (elbow)  
clogged.  
1. Stop engine immediately and disconnect  
spark plug wire. Clean inside of housing  
and discharge chute (elbow).  
2. Foreign object lodged in  
impeller.  
3. Chip-N-Vac cart is full.  
2. Stop engine immediately and disconnect  
spark plug wire. Remove lodged object.  
3. Empty cart.  
Rate of discharge  
when chipping  
Chipper blades dull.  
Sharpen or replace chipper blades.  
slows considerably,  
or composition of  
discharged material  
changes.  
*Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.  
NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, please contact your nearest authorized service dealer.  
19  
NOTES  
20  
PARTS  
REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 502493/552493 CART BODY  
12  
11  
A
1
A
2
13  
11  
13  
12  
23  
28  
11  
1
15  
28  
3
4
5
12  
22  
6
8
9
20  
27  
8
7
10  
18  
5
14  
19  
21  
28  
17  
16  
25  
24  
26  
24  
REF. PART NO. qTY  
DESCRIPTION  
Cart Body  
Tailgate Reinforcement Bracket  
Wheel Support  
Latch Stand Bracket  
Wheel Axle, 1" Diameter  
Wheel w/Tire, 15 x 6.00  
Cotter Pin, 1/8 x 1-1/2"  
Washer, Flat 1"  
Spacer Tube, 1-1/4" x 2"  
Hub Cap  
Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 5/8"  
Nylock Nut, 1/4-20  
REF. PART NO. qTY  
DESCRIPTION  
Washer, Flat 1/4"  
Tongue Weldment Assembly (Rear)  
Tongue Weldment Assembly (Front)  
Latch Lock Lever  
Hitch Bracket  
Hitch Pin  
Hair Cotter Pin, 1/8"  
Hex Bolt, 3/8-16 x 1-1/4"  
Door Support  
1
2
23985  
62458  
23507  
24497  
24897  
46272  
43093  
43601  
44678  
43014  
43866  
47189  
43814  
41076  
2
1
1
1
1
2
2
4
2
2
9
9
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
43088  
63917  
63155  
24614  
23475  
43884  
43343  
43087  
23838  
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
5
1
1
3
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
24 HA21362  
Nylock Nut, 3/8"  
Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 3-3/4"  
Extension Spring  
25  
26  
27  
28  
47407  
47408  
43574  
47810  
12 Truss Head Bolt, 5/16-18 x 3/4"  
Spacer  
Hex Bolt, 3/8-16 x 3"  
2
13 Nylock Nut, 5/16"  
21  
REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 502493/552493 CHIP-N-VAC  
7
26  
25  
55,56,57,11  
27  
23  
24  
12  
35  
10  
17  
35  
12  
35  
12  
13  
B
38  
40  
4
39  
22  
28  
11  
13  
44  
11  
21  
40  
53  
20  
36  
35  
31  
51  
14  
13  
20  
35  
16  
13  
30  
33  
B
13  
35  
13  
9
15  
33  
6
52  
3
35  
13  
13  
A
37  
19  
4
8
34  
2
8
29  
2
1
4
11  
A
8
18  
19  
ADAPTER #62468  
30  
4
31  
13  
35  
35  
36  
8
49  
44  
40  
54  
40  
35  
41  
32  
13  
47  
12  
8
45  
46  
44  
13  
40  
35  
43  
42  
47  
12  
TO  
TRACTOR  
50  
40  
35  
44  
5
8
35  
13  
48  
12  
40  
13  
22  
REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 502493/552493 CHIP-N-VAC  
REF. PART NO. qTY  
DESCRIPTION  
Engine Base  
Housing Brace  
REF. PART NO. qTY  
DESCRIPTION  
"S" Hook, #32  
Tarp Strap (Less Hooks)  
Hitch Plate  
1
24080  
24078  
24958  
43182  
43063  
43085  
731-1617  
47810  
43791  
24098  
47810  
43012  
47189  
40995  
24097  
44974  
46420  
43792  
43793  
24678  
24679  
23836  
64244  
43882  
43910  
24798  
48133  
44790  
43790  
1
2
1
30  
31  
32  
33  
34  
35  
36  
37  
44849  
44850  
23540  
43866  
43661  
43088  
1509-90  
47189  
4
4
1
2
3
Hose Hanger Bracket  
4
14 Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 3/4"  
20 Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 5/8"  
Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1"  
47 Washer, 1/4"  
5
6
7
2
4
1
Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1"  
Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1-1/2"  
Tamper Plug  
6
5
2
1
2
9
1
1
1
Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1-1/4"  
Nylock Nut, 1/4-20  
Chute Assembly  
8
15 Nylock Nut, 5/16"  
9
1
1
9
Hose Adapter (Nozzle)  
Chute Reinforcement Bracket  
Nylock Nut, 5/16"  
38 681-0068  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
39  
40  
41  
23789  
1543-69  
43351  
Door Latch  
Nylon Washer, 21/64"  
Hex Bolt, 1/2-13 x 1-1/4"  
Nylock Nut, 1/2-13  
Flat Washer, 7/16"  
19 Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 3/4"  
46 Nylock Nut, 1/4-20  
42 712-3083  
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
1
1
1
4
4
4
1
1
1
Engine, Briggs  
43  
44  
45  
46  
47  
48  
49  
50  
51  
43352  
43081  
43830  
23560  
43080  
23825  
23826  
23827  
47630  
Muffler Deflector  
Hose Hanger Rod  
Elbow  
Hose (6" x 84")  
Hose Clamp 6"  
Side Panel Cart Extension  
Front Panel Cart Extension  
Cross Brace  
Hard Top Assembly (24,25,26,27)  
Rivet, 3/16"  
Flat Washer, 3/16"  
Boot Mounting Strap  
Vinyl Boot (Hardtop)  
Poly Rear Door  
15 5/16" Washer  
1
1
2
1
1
1
4
3
1
1
1
1
1
1
Deck Adapter  
Deck Adapter Bracket  
Carriage Bolt, 5/16 x 3/4"  
Mounting Strap  
Angle Bracket  
Mounting Bracket  
Self Tap Screw, 5/16 x 3/4"  
Knob (Item #8, Page 24)  
Impeller Housing (See page 24)  
Deck Adapter Kit (all parts in box)  
Chipper Chute Assembly (Upper)  
Chute Flap (included in item 55)  
Flap Strap (included in item 55)  
Owner's Manual  
52 712-0421  
53  
54  
55  
62468  
63376  
56 735-0249  
57 781-0633  
41184  
Tarp Strap, 25"  
23  
REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 502493/552493 CHIP-N-VAC  
IMPELLER HOUSING ASSEMBLY  
2
28  
27  
11  
10  
5
4
9
18  
16  
3
4
17  
7
9
8
25  
26  
20  
6
15  
12  
4
19  
22  
14  
21  
13  
1
23  
24  
REF. PART NO. qTY  
DESCRIPTION  
REF. PART NO. qTY  
DESCRIPTION  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
629-0241A  
63993  
1
1
1
Wire Harness  
Inner Housing Assembly  
Outer Housing Assembly  
15 731-1613  
1
1
3
1
1
1
1
1
1
4
4
2
2
1
Switch Cover  
16  
17  
18  
24958  
46584  
24606  
Hose Hanger Bracket  
Whizlock Nut, 5/16"  
Housing Spacer  
Flat Washer, 13/32" x 1-1/4"  
Impeller Assembly  
Hex Bolt, 3/8-24 x 2-3/4"  
Lockwasher, 3/8"  
24633  
43182  
12 Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 3/4"  
710-0772  
710-1268  
43063  
712-0421  
47810  
4
2
3
3
Hex Bolt, 5/16-24 x 2"  
Self Tap Screw, #10-16 x 3/8"  
Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1"  
Knob  
19 736-0247  
20 63924  
21 710-1273  
22 43003  
23 629-0923  
24 44738  
12 Nylock Nut, 5/16"  
Harness Adapter  
10  
43086  
4
1
1
1
1
Lock Washer, 5/16" (Spring Type)  
Mounting Adapter  
Switch Cover  
Snap Mount Switch  
Clamp  
Lock Nut, 5/16-24 (Unitork)  
Flat Screw, 5/16-24 x 1"  
Chipper Blade  
Nylock Nut, 5/16"  
Chipper Cover  
11 719-0330A  
12 725-1700  
13 725-3166  
14 726-0272  
25 710-1054  
26 742-0544  
27  
47810  
28 781-0627  
24  
SLOPE GUIDE  
(Keep this sheet in a safe place for future reference.)  
Use this guide to determine if a slope is safe for the operation of your tractor and Chip-N-Vac.  
Refer also to the instructions in your vehicle owners manual.  
25  
NOTES  
26  
NOTES  
27  
REPAIR PARTS  
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