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Troubleshooting 

Motor does not run

Chipping material is not 

being pulled in

Blades cutting 

inefficiently

•  Reverse the blades or replace with new 

blades.

Problem

Remedy

Possible Cause

•  Power failure/unit not plugged into a 

working receptacle.

•  The overload protection has 

responded.

•  The hopper is opened.

•  Check to make sure unit is plugged into a 

working outlet. Make sure extension cord is 

not damaged.

•  Remove any chips and press the reset 

button. Wait one minute before pressing the 

ON/OFF switch to restart the unit.

•  Check to make sure the hopper is secured 

and the hopper locking knob is tightened.

•  The material is jammed in the feed 

inlet.

•  The cutting blades are blocked.
•  The discharge chute is blocked.

•  Examine the cutting head and remove any 

blocked material. Replace the hopper.

•  Disconnect the power supply and open 

the hopper. Open the blade cover. Remove 

the blocked material and replace the blade 

cover and hopper.

•  Disconnect the power supply and open the 

hopper. Open the plate of the discharge 

chute to clear the blocked material. 

Replace the plate and hopper.

•  Blade edges are worn.

Only a company specialist may be able to correct faults that cannot be rectified with the aid of this table. Please call the 

 

Snow Joe

®

 + Sun Joe

®

 customer service center at 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563).

Summary of Contents for Martha Stewart MTS-EWC15

Page 1: ... not wear loose clothing or jewelry as such articles can become caught in moving parts Wear a protective covering to contain long hair Wearing rubber gloves and substantial non slip footwear is recommended when working outdoors 3 Use safety glasses Also use dust mask safety footwear snug fitting clothing protective gloves hearing and head protection 4 Extension cords To prevent electric shock use ...

Page 2: ... may damage the blades 8 If the cutting mechanism strikes a foreign object or if the wood chipper shredder should start making any unusual noise or vibration turn it off and allow it to come to a complete stop Disconnect from power supply and take the following steps Inspect for damage Check for and tighten any loose parts mWARNING Never reach into the hopper until the wood chipper shredder has co...

Page 3: ...vent the appliance cord from disconnecting from the extension cord during operation make a knot with the two cords as shown in Table 1 5 Power tool plugs must match the outlet Never modify the plug in any way Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed grounded power tools Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock 6 Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces ...

Page 4: ...aler Replacement parts for a double insulated appliance must be identical to the parts they replace A double insulated appliance is marked with the words Double Insulation or Double Insulated The symbol square within a square may also be marked on the appliance DOUBLE INSULATED GROUNDING NOT REQUIRED WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS This wood chipper shredder is double insulated...

Page 5: ...not expose the unit to rain or wet conditions WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION For protection against injury wear ear defenders and safety goggles Wear protective gloves when using the machine and handling debris SWITCH OFF Remove plug from outlet before cleaning or conducting maintenance checks DANGER ROTATING BLADES Keep hands and feet away from openings while the unit is running Keep bystanders ...

Page 6: ...nual for future reference Technical Data Rated Voltage 120 V 60 Hz Motor Electric Power 15 A Feed Type Manual No Load Speed 4100 10 rpm Cutting Diameter Max 1 57 in 4 cm Decibel Rating 113 dB Wheel Size 6 in 15 2 cm Reduction Ratio 17 1 Hopper Dimensions 2 in x 5 in 5 1 cm x 12 7 cm Weight 25 4 lbs 11 5 kg 1 Paddle 2 Hopper 3 Main body 4 Shredder stand assembly 5 Wheel axle 6 Wheels 2 7 Paddle hol...

Page 7: ...product storage IMPORTANT The equipment and packaging material are not toys Do not let children play with plastic bags foils or small parts These items can be swallowed and pose a suffocation risk Assembly Wheels Fitting NOTE The hardware for the wheels are already assembled on the wheel axle 1 Remove all the wheel spacers and nuts on the wheel axle and remove the shaft sleeve and support cover on...

Page 8: ...d clip the paddle holder to the standing assembly Fig 8 2 Clip the paddle into the paddle holder Fig 9 NOTE Be sure to place the paddle in the paddle holder every time after using Operation Starting Stopping mWARNING Before starting ensure that the feed inlet is empty mWARNING The wood chipper shredder will not run if the hopper is open or not closed tightly Always close the hopper tightly by turn...

Page 9: ...rom starting it accidentally The unit cannot be started when the safety switch is removed Make sure to replace the removable safety switch before operation Basic Shredding Procedure mWARNING Always wear ear and eye protection and wear gloves during operation 1 Connect the wood chipper shredder to a proper power source and switch on the unit the wood chipper shredder will start to work Insert the s...

Page 10: ...the wood chipper shredder 10 Only switch the wood chipper shredder off after all of the shredding material has passed through the discharge chutes Otherwise the discharge chutes may jam the next time the shredder is turned on Overload Protection Your electric wood chipper shredder is designed with overload protection If the shredder is clogged during shredding the overload protection will cut the ...

Page 11: ...766 9563 The use of parts that do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance of the wood chipper shredder may compromise operator safety and will void the manufacturer s warranty 1 Stop the motor and disconnect the unit from the power supply 2 Unscrew the hopper locking knob counterclockwise to open the hopper Fig 17 3 Align the cutting head past the splash gua...

Page 12: ... to remove any foreign substances such as oil or stains Replace the extension cord immediately if it is cut or damaged in any way 6 Do not cover the wood chipper shredder with a solid plastic sheet Plastic coverings trap moisture around the shredder which can damage the unit Service Support If your Martha Stewart MTS EWC15 electric wood chipper shredder requires service or maintenance please call ...

Page 13: ...hopper is secured and the hopper locking knob is tightened The material is jammed in the feed inlet The cutting blades are blocked The discharge chute is blocked Examine the cutting head and remove any blocked material Replace the hopper Disconnect the power supply and open the hopper Open the blade cover Remove the blocked material and replace the blade cover and hopper Disconnect the power suppl...

Page 14: ...ssory can be dangerous and could cause injury or mechanical damage NOTE Accessories are subject to change without any obligation on the part of Snow Joe Sun Joe to provide notice of such changes Accessories can be ordered online at snowjoe com or via phone by contacting the Snow Joe Sun Joe customer service center at 1 866 SNOWJOE 1 866 766 9563 Model Accessories Item 1 2 3 Electric wood chipper s...

Page 15: ...nty repairs This warranty does not cover any cost or expense incurred by the purchaser in providing substitute equipment or service during reasonable periods of malfunction or non use of this product while waiting for a replacement part or unit under this warranty Wearing parts like belts augers chains and tines are not covered under this warranty and can be purchased at snowjoe com or by calling ...

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