Use and Care Manual

Rev: 10/2015
 Brush Master™ Chipper/Shredder with 2-Way Feed
9
Heavy Duty Power Equipment
steps until engine fires.
Rapid retraction of the recoil starter cord can pull the
starter cord back faster than you can let go. When
starting the engine, pull the cord slowly until
resistance is felt then pull rapidly to avoid kickback.
Step 7: Electric start: Follow Step 3 to Step 5, then plug any 120V
outdoor extension cord into the
120V Extension Cord Connection (See
Figure 1), and then push the Red Starter Button to start the engine. Do
not run starter more than 10 times at intervals of 5 seconds On / 5
seconds Off.
Step 8: When engine starts, move choke control
gradually to the RUN position.
Step 9: After engine is started, gradually release
choke.
NOTE: A noise will be heard when finding the start of
the compression cycle. This noise is caused by the flails
and fingers, which are part of the shredding mechanism,
and it should be expected until the impeller reaches full
Operating Instructions
This machine was built to be operated according to the
rules for safe operation in this manual. As with any type of
power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the
operator can result in serious injury.
Always wear hearing and eye protection while
operating this machine or if you are within 75 feet of
this machine.
Add Gasoline and Oil
Step 1: Add gasoline
Step 2: Add approximately 1.1 quarts of 10W-30 oil
until the oil is about to overflow from the oil fill spout. A
low oil sensor will prevent the engine from running unless
the oil is COMPLETELY FULL. Ensure both oil fill plugs
are secure after filling.
Never fill fuel tank indoors with engine running or
until the engine has been allowed to cool for at least
two minutes after running.
Starting the Engine
Step 3: Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make
certain the metal cap on the end of the spark plug is
fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark plug.
Step 4: Move choke lever on engine to CHOKE
position. (A warm engine may not require choking).
Step 5: Turn the fuel valve to the ON position.
Step 6: Grasp starter handle and pull rope out slowly
until engine reaches start of compression cycle (rope will
pull slightly harder at this point). Pull rope with a rapid,
continuous, full arm stroke. Keep a firm grip on starter
handle. Let the rope rewind slowly. Repeat the previous
WARNING
DANGER
WARNING
IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped
without gasoline or oil in the engine.
Be certain to fill the engine with
gasoline and oil as instructed before
operating your machine.
Figure 1
Figure 2