Use and Care Manual

ManualsBrandsBrush Master ManualsOutdoors11 HP 270 cc Chipper Shredder with 3 in. dia. Feed

Rev: 4.5/15/12 Brush Master™ Chipper/Shredder with 2-Way Feed

Troubleshooting

Problem Cause Remedy

Engine fails to start

1. Spark plug wire disconnected.

2. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.

3. Throttle control lever not in correct

starting position. (If equipped)

4. Choke not in CHOKE position. (If

equipped)

5. Engine not primed.

6. Blocked fuel line.

7. Faulty spark plug.

8. Low oil

1. Connect wire to spark plug.

2. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.

3. Move throttle lever to FAST position.

4. Move choke to CHOKE position.

5. Prime engine.

6. Clean fuel line.

7. Clean, adjust gap, or replace.

8. Fill

Call GXi Parts & Service (919)-550-3221

Engine runs erratic

1. Spark plug wire loose.

2. Unit running on CHOKE. (If equipped)

3. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.

4. Water or dirt in fuel system.

5. Dirty air cleaner.

6. Carburetor out of adjustment.

1. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

2. Move choke lever to OFF position.

3. Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh

gasoline.

4. Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.

5. Clean or replace air cleaner.

6. Call GXi Parts & Service (919)-550-3221

Too much vibration

1. Loose parts or damaged carousel .

1. Call GXi Parts & Service (919)-550-3221

Engine overheats

1. Engine oil level low.

2. Dirty air cleaner.

3. Carburetor not adjusted properly.

1. Fill crankcase with proper oil.

2. Clean or replace air cleaner.

3. Call GXi Parts & Service (919)-550-3221

Occasional skip

(hesitates)

1. Spark plug gap too close.

1. Adjust gap to.030”.

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Unit does not discharge

1. Discharge chute clogged.

2. Foreign object lodged in carousel.

3. Low engine RPM.

1. Stop engine immediately and disconnect

spark plug wire. Clean flail screen and

inside of discharge opening.

2. Stop engine and disconnect spark plug

wire. Remove lodged object.

3. Always run engine at full throttle.

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Rate of discharge slows

1. Low engine RPM.

2. Chipper blades are dull.

1. Always run engine at full throttle

2. Replace chipper blades or see your

authorized service dealer.

Call GXi Parts & Service (919)-550-3221

NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, contact GXi Parts and Service (919)-550-3221 for support

over the phone or getting setup with your nearest authorized service dealer.