I MODELNOS. 247.797852 247.797853 Caution: ReadandFollow AllSafetyRules andinstructions BeforeOperating ThisEquipment 5 HORSEPOWER 3 CUTTUNG STAGE MULCHUNG AND BAGGING CHBPPER-SHREDDER Assembly Operation Maintenance Serviceand Adjustment Repair Parts SEARS,ROEBUCK ANDCO.,Chicago,IL 60684 U.S.A.
SAFETY RULES WARNING: TO REDUCE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. PERSONAL INJURY.
i CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Craftsman Chipper-Shredder It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service Center/ Department.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES .............................................................. 2 STORAGE ......................................................................... 12 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ............................................ 3 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT ............................ 13-15 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................................3 SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS ........................................ 15 WARRANTY ................................................................
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTnONS IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE or OIL After assembly, see operation section of this manual for proper fuel and engine oil recommendations. m r._i7 Flat ---_/t_ Washer [ _ 5/16" I.D. NOTE: To determine right and left hand sides of your chipper-shredder, stand behind and face the hopper (engine is at the front of the unit).
HOWTOSET-UPYOURCHIPPER-SHREDDER MAKE CERTAIN THE SPARK PLUG] WIRE IS DISCONNECTED AND MOVED AWAY FROM THE SPARK PLUG BEFORE ASSEMBLING THE CHIPPERSHREDDER. Bolt Chute Deflector Hex Nut ,. _"-ATTACHING Knob J \ / / FIGURE 2, Stop Washer Upper Guide Assembly Release Bar / Place upper guide assembly in position on frame, making certain edges of the upper guide assembly are underrreath stop washers, and the release bar is in the slots.
e To attach the bag, place the opening of the bag over the chute deflector so it completely covers the chute opening.
BEFORESTARTING Caution: Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be empty before storage for 30 days or longer Refer to "Storage" section of this manual for details Use fresh fuel each season.
e Pull rope with a rapid, continuous, full arm stroke, Keep a firm grip on start handle Let rope rewind slowly Do not let starter handle snap back against starter The chipper-shredder is designed for three different methods of operation e Leaves and small branches up to 1/2" diameter can be fed into the hopper assembly when it is in the raised position See figure 10 If it becomes necessary to push material into the chipper-shredder, use a small diameter stick--NOT YOUR HANDS e Repeat preceding two instruc
e Bulky material, such as stalks or heavy branches, up to 3" in diameter, should be fed into the chipper chute See figure 14 WARNING: MAKE CERTAIN THE CHIPPER CHUTE DOOR IS CLOSED WHEN NOTINUSE. 3"Maximum Diame_r No 1/2" Diameter FIGURE 12. e To lower the hopper assembly, use one hand to grasp the handle at the top of the hopper assembly and lift slightly, Pull up on the release bar, and lower the hopper assembly to the ground Release the bar'. See figure 13. Chipper Chute Hopper Assembly FIGURE 14.
water is not recommended When engine is drained of all oil, replace drain plug securely_ nate the fuel system, e Refill with fresh oil Above 32 °, use oil labeled SAE 30 or 10W30 Below 32 °, use oil labeled 5W20 Capacity is approximately 1-1/4 pints Refer to "Gas and Oil Fill-Up" on page 8 Yearly or every 25 remove the blower shown in figure 16 to and engine damage e Replace dipstick.
STORAGE NEVER STORE YOUR CHIPPERAN EN- any gasoline left in the tank to minimize gum deposits and acids If the tank is almost empty, mix stabilizer with fresh gasoline in a separate container and add some to the tank Always follow instructions on stabilizer container. Then run engine at least 10 minutes after stabilizer is added to allow mixture CLOSED, POORLY VENTILATED AREA _SHREDDER INDOORS OR IN IF GASOLINE REMAINS IN THE TANK.
SERVKCE & ADJUSTMENT NOTE: When reassembling, the cupped washer goes on the bottom of the chipper chute with the cupped side against the chute WARNING: ALWAYS STOP ENGINE AND DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND MOVE IT AWAY FROM SPARK I PLUG BEFORE PERFORMING ANY ADJUSTMENTS OR REPA RS.
e When reassembling the blade, tighten to between 550 and 650 inch pounds, or lacking torque wrench, tighten securely Allen Screws FLAILS The flails, located inside the housing, may be reversed when they become dull It is suggested that this procedure be performed by your nearest Sears Service Department Pi CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT Sharp of WARNING: IF ANY ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE IS THE RUNNING (E.G.WHILE CARBUREMAUE TO ENGINE THE TOR), KEEP CLEAR OF ALL MOVING PARTS.
ENGINESPEED • Test the engine by using the chipper-shredder If engine tends to stall or die out, it usually indicates that the mixture is slightly lean and it may be necessary to open ( _ ) the needle valve slightly to provide a richer mixture This richer mixture may cause a slight unevenness in idling Idle Speed Adjusting Screw Your engine speed has been factory set Do not attempt to increase engine speed or it may result in personal injury, If you believe the engine is running too fast or too slow, take
TROUBLE SHOO'rING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE Engine fails to start e Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel • Spark plug wire disconnected e Faulty spark plug e Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel e Connect wire to spark plug e Clean, adjust gap or replace Loss of power; operation erratic e Spark plug wire loose e Unit running on CHOKE e Blocked fuel line or stale fuel e Connect and tighten spark plug wire e Move choke lever to OFF position e Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean fresh gasoline e D
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OWNER'S MANUAL 5 HORSEPOWER 3 CUTTING STAGE MULCHING AND BAGGaNG CHBPPER-SHREDDER Each chipper-shredder has its own engine has its own model number. model number. The model number for your chipper-shredder on a label attached to the frame_ The model number for the engine blower housing of the engine. will Each will be found be found on the All parts listed herein may be ordered through Sears, Roebuck and Co_ Service Centers and most Retail Stores.
