Agri-Fab MOW-N-VAC 501887 User manual

OWNERS
MANUAL
Model No's.
501887
501888
551887
551888
190-217D-100
190-217E-100
Includes Deck
Adapter #62468
CAUTION:
Read Rules for
Safe Operation
and Instructions
Carefully
PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO 49942 (02/16/12)
MOW-N-VAC
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operating
• Maintenance
• RepairParts
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IMPORTANT:The engine is shipped without oil. Add oil
before starting the engine.
Call 1-800-448-9282 for missing parts or assembly help.
IMPORTANT: The wheel bearings are not prelubricated.
Fill the wheel hubs with grease after assembling the wheels
to the axle.
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Scan with free ShowUHow Mobile App
available at iTunes Store or Android Market.
Or visit www.agri-fab.com for product
assembly instructions.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY RULES....................................................... 3,4
FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART...........................5,13
CARTON CONTENTS................................................. 6
ASSEMBLY.................................................................. 7
OPERATION..............................................................15
MAINTENANCE ........................................................16
STORAGE ................................................................. 16
TROUBLESHOOTING............................................... 17
REPAIR PARTS ILLUSTRATIONS .................19,20,22
REPAIR PARTS LISTS ....................................19,21,22
SLOPE GUIDE ..........................................................23
PARTS ORDERING................................................... 24
OPTIONALACCESSORY
MODEL NO. 45-0253
12 FT. REMOTE HOSE KIT
The Remote Hose Kit, Model 45-0253, provides
12' x 5" diameter hose to clean around shrubs,
patios, window wells and other areas not
accessible to the tractor.
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 mufer is available at you nearest engine
authorized service center.

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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.
•Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting
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.
•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 ll fuel tank indoors,
or when engine is running, or while engine is hot. Wipe off
any spilled fuel before starting engine.
• Engine and mufer get hot. Do not touch! To avoid re hazard,
keep clean of debris and other accumulations.
• Never store Mow-N-Vac with fuel in tank. Allow engine to cool
before storing in any enclosure.
• Do not change engine governor settings.
• Do not operate engine if air cleaner or cover is removed,
except for adjustment. Removal of these parts could create a
re hazard.
• Keep hands, feet, face, long hair and clothing out of inlet and
discharge area. There are ROTATING BLADES inside these
openings.
• Before cleaning, repairing or inspecting, make certain all moving
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.
• If the cutting mechanism strikes a foreign object, or if your
Mow-N-Vac should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine
immediately, disconnect the spark plug wire and move the wire
away from the spark plug. Allow the machine to stop and take
the following steps.
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
engine is running.
• Do not operate this equipment while intoxicated or while taking
drugs or medication that impairs the senses and reactions.
• When using this equipment, start with the vehicle transmission
in rst (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 ll 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 ngers and hands and throwing objects.
Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

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WARNING
• 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tting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.
• Muferandenginegethotandcancauseburns.DoNotTouch.Toavoidarehazard, 
 keepleaves,grassandothercombustibledebrisoffhotmufer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llgastankwhileengineisrunning.Allowenginetocoolatleast2minutes
 beforerefueling.
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!
DANGER
MUFFLER AND
ADJACENT AREAS
MAY EXCEED 150 F
777-5863
TOAVOIDSERIOUSINJURY

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HARDWAREPACKAGECONTENTS
Seepage13forcontentsofDeckAdapterhardwarepackage.(Contentsnotincludedhere.)
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REF. PART
NO.
QTY. DESCRIPTION
Cart Vac
A 43574 3 — Bolt, Hex 3/8" x 3"
B 43351 — 1 Bolt, Hex 1/2" x 1-1/4"
C 43087 2 — Bolt, Hex 3/8" x 1-1/4"
D 1509-90 — 5 Bolt, Hex 1/4" x 1-1/4"
E 43661 — 2 Bolt, Hex 1/4" x 1"
F 43182 — 6 Bolt, Hex 5/16" x 3/4"
G 43012 — 14 Bolt, Hex 1/4" x 3/4"
H 43866 9 20 Bolt, Hex 1/4" x 5/8"
I 47630 — 4 Bolt, Hex 5/16" x 3/4" (ST)
J 43814 12 — Bolt, Truss Head 5/16" x 3/4"
K 43088 2 36 Washer, Flat 1/4"
L 1543-69 — 6 Washer, Nylon
M 43081 — 4 Washer, Flat 5/16"
N 43352 — 1 Washer, Flat 7/16"
O 43601 4 — Washer, Flat 1"
P 47189 9 40 Nylock Hex Nut, 1/4"
REF. PART
NO.
QTY. DESCRIPTION
Cart Vac
Q 47810 12 6 Nylock Hex Nut, 5/16"
R HA21362 5 — Nylock Hex Nut, 3/8"
S 712-3083 — 1 Nylock Hex Nut, 1/2"
T 43343 1 — Pin, Hair Cotter 1/8"
U 43093 2 — Pin, Cotter 1/8" x 1-1/2"
V43014 2 — Hub Cap
W 44678 2 — Spacer Tube
X 23838 2 — Door Support
Y 23540 — 1 Hitch Plate
Z 712-0421 — 3 Knob
AA 23789 — 2 Door Latch
BB 43884 1 — Hitch Pin
CC 43790 — 1 Tarp Strap, 25"
DD 44850 — 4 Tarp Strap (Less Hooks)
EE 44849 — 4 "S" Hooks