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Operator’s Manual
Chipper Shredders
GENERAL OPERATING SAFETY
Be sure to read all information in the Safety and Operation
sections before attempting to operate this unit. Become
familiar with all of the controls and how to stop the unit.
Upon start-up and shut-down, you may hear the metal-
to-metal sound of the triangular hammers and J-hammers
positioning themselves on the rotor. This is normal. If this
sound continues after the machine has reached full speed,
contact your dealer for an inspection of the unit. Overloading
the equipment will shorten its life, and can cause mechanical
failures.
Chipper Operation
The chipper is designed to handle tree limbs and branches up
to approximately 3” (7,6 cm) in diameter. The chipping knives
also permit the processing of course organic matter like corn
stalks. Tree branches must be inserted large-end first into the
chipper cone. Since occasional kick-backs may occur, always
stand off to the side of the unit. Allow the self-feeding action
of the unit to draw the sticks in.
Shredder Operation
The shredder is designed to shred light brush, leaves, and
other soft but bulky organic waste. As material is loaded into
the shredder hopper it is pulled into the path of the triangular
and J-hammers by air flow.
Vacuum Attachment (Optional)
In addition to the chipper cone and hopper, loose debris may
be processed by the Vacuum hose adapter kit. Leaves may be
raked directly into the leaf tray where vacuum action will draw
them into the shredder. For hard-to-reach areas, the nozzle
and hose assembly may be used. The strength of the Vacuum
may be changed using the rotating sleeve on the nozzle. (See
Vacuum Kit parts explosion on page 28.)
Operating Location
Select an area with firm, level ground, covered by dirt or grass.
Do not operate on wet or slick surfaces, or near bystanders.
Locate and organize the materials to be processed so that you
don’t have to walk in front of the inlet or discharge openings,
and so you have adequate room to work safely.
Adding Fuel
To add fuel:
1. Remove the fuel cap (see Figure 1).
2. Fill the tank. Do not overfill. Leave room in the tank for
fuel expansion. Refer to your engine manual for specific
fuel recommendations.
3. Install and hand tighten the fuel cap.
DANGER
THE EXHAUST FROM THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS
CARBON MONOXIDE GAS. CARBON MONOXIDE IS A
COLORLESS, ORDERLESS AND TASTELESS GAS THAT
CAN CAUSE DIZZINESS, NAUSEA, UNCONSCIOUSNESS
OR EVEN BRAIN DAMAGE AND DEATH IF INHALED FOR
PROLONGED PERIODS.
OPERATE THE UNIT OUTDOORS IN A WELL
VENTILATED LOCATION ONLY. KEEP CHILDREN, PETS
AND BYSTANDERS AWAY.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
WARNING
GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND MUST BE
HANDLED WITH CARE. NEVER FILL THE TANK WHEN
THE ENGINE IS STILL HOT FROM RECENT OPERATION.
DO NOT ALLOW OPEN FLAME, SMOKING OR MATCHES
IN THE AREA. AVOID OVER-FILLING AND WIPE UP ANY
SPILLS.
WARNING
TO AVOID SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY FROM
ROTATING CUTTING BLADES, KEEP HANDS OUT OF
INLET WHILE MACHINE IS RUNNING.
WARNING
DO NOT USE GASOLINE CONTAINING METHANOL,
GASOHOL CONTAINING MORE THAN 10% ETHANOL,
GASOLINE ADDITIVES OR WHITE GAS BECAUSE
ENGINE/FUEL SYSTEM DAMAGE COULD RESULT.
Starting the Engine
1. Set the throttle to FULL.
2. Close the choke.
NOTE: A warm engine may not require choking.
3. Place one foot on the front support leg to hold the unit
firmly in place.
4. Pull the starting rope out to begin turning the engine
over. Pull slowly at first and increase speed with each
successive pull.
5. After the engine starts, open the choke and move the
engine throttle control to SLOW. Warm up the engine by
running it for at least a minute.
6. Set throttle to FULL and begin chipping/shredding.
