USER MANUAL FOR GB-S3.1 WOOD CHIPPER
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TROUBLESHOOTING
This table is a troubleshooting guide to common problems.
If the issue you are meeting is not listed below, please refer to SUPPORT on page 17 for further support.
Problem
Cause
Solution
Caution - Always ensure
appropriate PPE is worn
Wood
chip
ejection
stopped /
limited
Obstructed
discharge
Clear debris from discharge
chute.
Ensure machine is off.
Broken rotor
paddles
Inspect paddles, replace broken /
missing paddle
Ensure machine is off.
Call engineer for repair.
Unable to
start
Refer to TROUBLESHOOTING on page 25-29 of
Gasoline Engine Owner’s Manual.
Ensure machine is off
Not
feeding
Blades dull
Rotate, sharpen or replace
blades.
Ensure machine is off
Obstructed
discharge
Clear debris from discharge
chute.
Ensure machine is off
Low
engine
speed or
chipping
efficiency
Throttle and
cable
incorrectly set
Check & inspect throttle and
cable. Check throttle is set to
rated engine speed 3300r/min
Ensure machine is off
Loosen throttle
lever nut
Tighten the throttle lever nut until
the lever has enough friction not
to slip automatically.
Ensure machine is off
Carburetor
failure
Inspect, clear or replace
Ensure machine is off
Cavity
cover
burning
Branches
blocking
Remove the housing cover (902-
12C-01A) to make a clean. Easy
to occur in thin ductile branches,
can keep the blade sharp to
reduce its occurrence.
Ensure machine is off
