Toro 51599 Operation Manual - Page 5

Using the Vacuum The vacuum can throw debris, possibly causing serious personal injury to the operator or bystanders. • Do not operate the vacuum without the bag installed or with the bag zipper open. • Do not vacuum sharp, pointed, or hard objects that could be thrown through the fabric of the bag, such as wires, staples, nails, or rocks. Removing Clogged Debris from the Impeller 1. Turn off and unplug the vacuum from the power source and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Remove the vacuum tube. Important: Vacuum only leaves and soft items. Hard items such as sticks, rocks, acorns, and pine cones will damage the impeller. Important: Do not force the vacuum tube into a pile of debris or hold the tube upright while force feeding debris into the tube. Either action may clog and damage the impeller. If the vacuum starts to vibrate or make abnormal noise, stop it, unplug the cord, and check for the cause. Emptying the Bag 1. Turn off and unplug the vacuum from the power source. 2. Empty any debris from the bag. 3. Remove the debris from impeller blades. Do not store debris in the bag. To clean the bag, turn it inside out and shake out any excess debris. Once a year, hand wash the bag in soapy water and allow it to air dry. 4. Check the impeller for any signs of damage. If it is damaged, contact your Authorized Toro Dealer. 5. Install the vacuum tube or, if you want to switch to blower mode, the bottom inlet cover. Refer to Converting from Blower to Vacuum or Converting from Vacuum to Blower for more information. Normal usage of the bag causes it to wear and deteriorate over time. A worn or deteriorated bag allows small objects to be thrown through the bag, possibly injuring the operator or bystanders. Check the bag frequently. If it is worn or deteriorated, replace it with a genuine Toro vacuum bag. 5