Use and Care Manual

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MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

Do not use the chipper-shredder if any part is lost

or damaged while cleaning. Get lost or damaged

parts replaced before use. Do not use the chipper-

shredder if any part is loose, not ﬁtting correctly or

not fully re-assembled.

WARNING

Chipper-Shredder Maintenance

Make certain that the chipper-shredder is kept clean

and stored properly. Only operate the unit on a ﬂat, level

surface in a clean, dry operating environment. DO NOT

expose the unit to extreme conditions, excessive dust,

dirt, moisture or corrosive vapors.

Inspect all air vents and cooling slots to ensure that they

are clean and unobstructed.

Inspect all chutes and housing and make sure they are

free of dirt, dust, and debris.

Check and tighten all bolts and nuts. It is possible for

connections to vibrate loose over time.

Air Filter

1. Unscrew wing nut to remove the air ﬁlter cover.

2. Remove the supporter and foam element.

3. Tap the foam element to remove dirt and debris. Use

compressed air (25 PSI) to clear debris.

4. For the foam element: Wash in liquid detergent and

water. Squeeze thoroughly dry in a clean cloth.

5. Saturate in clean engine oil.

6. Squeeze in a clean, absorbent cloth to remove all

excess oil.

7. Reassemble the elements and the supporter.

8. Reattach the air ﬁlter cover and snap in place.

9. Tighten wing nuts.

DO NOT use a garden hose or water to clean the

engine or chipper-shredder.

CAUTION

Water can contaminate the fuel system and can

enter the engine through the cooling slots and

damage the engine.

Cleaning

Clear the debris from the chutes and engine. Use a damp

cloth to clean exterior surfaces of the engine and chipper-

shredder.

Use a soft bristle brush to remove excess dirt and oil. Use

an air compressor (25 PSI) to clear dirt and small debris.

Wipe all metal parts with an oily rag to help prevent rust

and corrosion.

Flail Housing and Impeller Cleaning

1. Make sure spark plug wire is disconnected.

2. Disconnect the recoil housing on the front of the

engine.

3. Disconnect the deﬂector chute #57. (A)

4. Disconnect the upper #53 and lower #52 hopper

assemblies, the inlet guide #42 and the outer ﬂail

housing assembly #40, all together. (B)

5. Disconnect the shredder screen #60. (C)

6. Use compressed air (25 PSI) or brush to clean the

inner ﬂail housing assembly #24, impeller assembly

#29, ﬂail blades #27, and shredder blades #36.

7. Once all debris and dust has been blown out or

removed, reconnect the shredder screen, outer ﬂail

housing, inlet guide, hopper assemblies, and the

deﬂector chute, making sure all bolts and nuts are

tightened. Do not over tighten.