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General Recommendations
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Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.
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The warranty on this chipper shredder does not cover items that have
been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from
warranty, operator must maintain the equipment as instructed here.
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Changing of engine-governed speed will void engine warranty.
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All adjustments should be checked at least once each season.
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Periodically check all fasteners and make sure these are tight.
Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug and ground against engine
before cleaning, lubricating or performing any type of maintenance on
your machine.
Lubrication
1.
Lubricate the chipper chute hinge with a light oil once a season.
2.
Lubricate the pivot points on the chute deflector with light oil once a season.
3.
Follow the separate Engine Operator's Manual packed with your unit for
engine lubrication instructions.
Equipment Care
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Clean the chipper shredder thoroughly after each use.
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Wash bag periodically with water. Allow to dry thoroughly in shade.
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If the reduction chamber becomes clogged, remove and clean as
instructed below.
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Allow the unit to run and clear out all debris for a short time before shutting
the unit down before storage.
NOTE: Cleaning with a forceful spray of water is not recommended as it could
contaminate the fuel system.
Engine Care
Refer to the Maintenance section of the Engine Operator's Manual manual packed
with your unit. Read and follow instructions carefully.
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Check engine oil level before each use as instructed in the separate Engine
Operator's Manual.
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Clean or replace air cleaner every 25 hours under normal conditions. Clean
every few hours under extremely dusty conditions. To service the air cleaner,
refer to the Engine Operator's Manual.
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The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap reset once a season. Check
Engine Operator's Manual for correct plug type and gap specifications.
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Clean engine regularly with a cloth or brush. Keep the top of the engine
clean to permit proper air circulation. Remove all grass, dirt and combustible
debris from muffler area.
Cleaning The Reduction Chamber
The impeller's shredder blade and chipper blades are sharp. Wear leather
work gloves to protect your hands when cleaning out the reduction chamber.
If the reduction chamber becomes clogged with debris, the shredder screen can
be pivoted upward so you can clean the surrounding area. To do so, proceed as
follows:
1.
Stop engine, disconnect spark plug and make certain the chipper shredder
has come to a complete stop.
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The muffler and surrounding area will be hot if the engine has been
running. Use caution and protect your hands if working near the muffler.
2.
If attached, remove debris bag.
Remove the two wing knobs on
either side of the chute deflector and
pivot the chute deflector upward.
See A in Figure 7.
3.
Remove the hairpin clip from the
clevis pin which extends through the
housing and shredder screen. See B
in Figure 7. Remove clevis pin.
4.
Pivot the shredder screen upward.
See C in Figure 7. Clean the
surrounding area by scraping away
debris.
5.
Confirm the spark plug wire is disconnected and away from the spark plug.
Pull on the starter rope two-to-three times to clear any remaining debris
from the reduction chamber.
6.
When the area is clean, pivot the shredder screen downward and re-secure
with the clevis pin and hairpin clip removed earlier.
7.
Reattach the debris collection bag to the chute deflector, if desired.
Chipper Blade Care
The impeller's chipper blades are sharp. Wear leather work gloves to
protect your hands.
1.
Stop engine, disconnect spark
plug and make certain the
chipper shredder has come to a
complete stop.
2.
Pivot the shredder screen upward
as instructed under the heading
Cleaning the Reduction Chamber.
3.
Remove the chipper chute support
brace from the frame by removing
the two hex bolts and saddle
washers which secure it. See A in
Figure 8.
4.
Remove the chipper chute by
removing three hex nuts and washers which secure it to the impeller
housing. See B in Figure 8.
5.
Rotate the impeller by hand until one of the two chipper blades is visible
through the impeller housing opening.
6.
Remove the blade by removing the internal hex screws, lock washers and hex
nuts which secure it to the impeller. See C in Figure 8. Retain the hardware.
NOTE: Use a 3/16-inch hex key (Allen) wrench on the outside of the blade and a
1/2-inch box (or socket) wrench on the inside of the impeller. Hold the Allen wrench
stationary and rotate the box (or socket) wrench to loosen the nut.
7.
Install a replacement blade with the hardware removed earlier or sharpen.
IMPORTANT! When sharpening the blade, protect hands by using gloves. Follow the
original angle of grind and make sure to remove an equal amount from each blade.
8.
To replace the other blade, rotate the impeller to expose the second blade
and repeat the steps above.
NOTE: Make certain blades are reassembled with the sharp edge outward (toward
the chipper chute). Torque hardware to between 20 ft-lbs and 25 ft-lbs.
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Figure 7
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Figure 8
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