Use and Care Manual

Rev: 4.5/15/12 Brush Master™ Chipper/Shredder with 2-Way Feed
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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.
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
speed.
Step 7: When engine starts, move choke control
gradually to the RUN position.
Using the Chipper Shredder
Yard waste such as leaves and pine needles can be
raked up and placed in the chipper funnel for shredding.
DO NOT PUT BRANCHES LARGER THAN 1/4”
DIAMETER INTO THE LEAF FUNNEL. LARGER
BRANCHES SHOULD BE FED INTO THE LIMB
CHUTE.
When using the limb chute to chip branches, it is
important to let the chipper feed the branches through
automatically. DO NOT attempt to force the branches
through. If the branches do not automatically feed
through, gently push the branch and then allow the
chipper to automatically feed the branch through.
Once material is shredded by the hammers on the
impeller assembly, it is discharged through the open
discharge chute.
Do not attempt to shred or chip any material other than
normal yard vegetation found (i.e., branches, leaves,
twigs, etc.) Avoid fibrous, wet vegetation such as tomato
vines until they are thoroughly dried. Twigs and small
branches can be fed into the limb chute. (See model
specifications for maximum cutting thickness.)
IMPORTANT: The hammer screen is located inside the
housing in the discharge area. If the screen becomes
clogged, remove and clean as instructed. For best
performance, it is also important to keep the chipper
blades sharp.
If the discharge area becomes clogged:
 Stop the engine. Disconnect spark plug wire from
spark plug and ground against the engine.
 Remove leaf funnel
 Reach in and clear the debris causing the blockage.
Reinstall the funnel and the clean out access hatch.
 Connect the spark plug wire and restart.
NOTE: If the blockage is severe, the hammer screen
within the discharge chute can be removed as well,
providing greater access. To accomplish this, remove the
discharge chute and the flail screen out of the discharge
chute.
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 10W-30 oil until the oil is about to overflow
from the oil fill spout. (see page 2 for capacity) 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 plug wire 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
steps until engine fires.
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.