Troy-Bilt 24A-070F768, Operator'S Manual

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Now that you have set up your yard vacuum for 
operation, get acquainted with its controls and features. 
These are described below and illustrated on this page. 
This knowledge will allow you to use your new equip-
ment to its fullest potential. 

WARNING: The operation of any 
chipper shredder can result in foreign 
objects being thrown into the eyes, 
which can damage your eyes se-
verely. Always wear the safety glasses 
provided with this unit or eye shields 
while operating or while performing 
any adjustments or repairs.

Chipper Chute

Allows twigs and small branches up to 1-1/2” in diameter 
to be fed into the impeller for chipping. See Figure 9.

Drive Control

Located on the underside of the upper handle, the drive 
control is used to engage/disengage wheels. Fully 
squeeze the drive control against the upper handle to 
engage the wheels; release to disengage. (DO NOT slip 
clutch).

Speed Control

Located on the left side of the upper handle, the speed 
control is used to select the forward speed of the yard 
vacuum.

IMPORTANT

: Move the speed control only when the 

engine is running. Changing the speed control setting 
with the engine off can damage the yard vacuum.

Nozzle Height Adjustment Lever

Used to adjust the nozzle ground clearance ranging 
approximately from 5/8” to 4 1/8”. See Figure 9.

Throttle Control Lever 

(Not Shown)

The throttle control lever is located on the engine. It 
controls the engine’s speed and stops the engine. See 
separate engine manual packed with unit for details. 

Engine Controls

See the separate engine manual for the location and 
function of the controls on the engine.

Nozzle

Yard waste such as leaves or pine needles can be 
vacuumed up through the nozzle for shredding.

4

Operating 

Your Yard 

Vacuum

WARNING

The operation of 
any chipper shred-
der can result in 
foreign objects 
being thrown into 
the eyes, which can 
damage your eyes 
severely. Always wear 
the safety glasses 
provided with this 
unit or eye shields 
while operating or 
while performing 
any adjustments or 
repairs. 

Know Your Yard Vacuum