ODB LCT6000 - Engaging the PTO

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Operating Section
3.7 Engaging the PTO
oroughly read and understand the safety and pre-operat-
ing sections of this manual before staring the engine.
Make sure the intake hose is properly attached and make
sure the front of the hose is clear of any objects which could
be inadvertently vacuumed during the PTO engagement
process.
PTO shown fully engaged
Review the Engine Operating Manual supplied with your leaf
vacuum for specic start-up, maintenance and operating in-
structions. It is especially important to review break-in service
procedures for brand new units.
Engaging the PTO (refer to gures 3b, 3c and 3d):
1. Perform all the pre-starting, pre-operating checks outlined
in the EOM and in this manual.
2. Start the engine as previously discussed in this manual and
in the EOM.
3. Once the engine has been allowed to thoroughly warm up
(engine temperature gauge should read at least 180 de-
grees) pull the throttle control until the engine reaches 1000
rpm.
4. Grasp the PTO handle (g. 3b) and slowly raise the handle.
NOTE: Some units have a PTO assist cylinder which en-
gages the PTO at a specic speed in order to properly en-
gage the PTO. Because of this the PTO handle only needs
to be raised slightly, then the assist cylinder will take over
and engage the PTO automatically. (g. 3c)
PTO shown disengaged
gure 3b
gure 3d
gure 3c
safety assist cylinder
PTO shown fully engaged