I used the machine and it worked very well . It is convenient having vacuum and woodchipper together. The nozzle makes it easy to clean around the flower beds. The only problem I encountered was the bag ripped, but they said that they are going to replace it.
I have used the vacuum through 2 leaf seasons now. Great tool! Usually starts on the first pull. Gets the leaves up quickly, and as a bonus, I take the mulched leaves and put them in my flower beds. Looks great, and grass does NOT grow through the mulch.
I purchase the Super Handy vacuum last year. I'm very satisfied and happy with the way it vacuum leaves and debris. It has a 10:1 mulch ratio which saves me on leaf bags. I would definitely recommend this machine for anyone. I also like the wood chipper.
Assembly went ok. Directions were clear. Nuts and bolts 8.8 grade. It appears all the hardware is metric based (12 and 13mm wrenches and sockets needed for assembly). No parts were missing. All other bolts from the factory were adequately tightened out of the box.
There are a few head scratchers.: The dipstick is behind the branch grinder chute and has very awkward access. This requires removing the branch grinder chute to fill the oil. The dipstick was cross threaded on arrival, and fixed with a triangle file. The throttle, choke and fuel tank levers need better labeling (On/Off)
A block off plate for the grinder side would be useful as this machine is being solely used for a leaf vacuum.
I wish the swivel wheels were on the front for better maneuverability. It is difficult to raise the front end over lawn undulations or bumps.
It does not shred wet/damp oak leaves well enough to use as mulch.