Owner`s manual

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Rev: April 2010

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Heavy Duty Power Equipment

Owner’s Manual

This manual contains important safety instructions for Chipper/Shredders

READ SAFETY WARNINGS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY, SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

Contents:

Warnings & Specifications

Component Identification

Missing Parts Order Form

Assembly

Important Engine Information

Operating Instructions

Maintenance & Storage

Troubleshooting

Warranty & Service

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2-Way Feed Chipper / Shredder

Summary of content (12 pages)

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® Heavy Duty Power Equipment 2-Way Feed Chipper / Shredder Owner’s Manual This manual contains important safety instructions for Chipper/Shredders READ SAFETY WARNINGS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY, SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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Heavy Duty Power Equipment WARNINGS This owner’s manual is considered a permanent part of the chipper shredder and should remain with the chipper shredder if resold. The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. 8.
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Heavy Duty Power Equipment Component Identification Attaching the Chip Collection Bag  To attach the bag, place the opening of the bag completely  over the discharge chute and hook the metal grommets on two wire hooks located near the base of the engine. Tighten the draw string securely. Chipper Bag (shown in hardware bag below) Collects shredded or chipped material fed through the chipper chute or hopper assembly.
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Heavy Duty Power Equipment Missing Parts Request Form Please indicate the part that you are missing: Hardware bag Wheel Kit Other Name Address Date of purchase Model #: CH1 Phone Email Serial #: Comments: IMPORTANT: Please include your receipt. Without a receipt, your order will be delayed. You may also email us at: customerservice@gxioutdoorpower.com. If emailing, please scan in your proof of purchase.
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Heavy Duty Power Equipment Assembly Your Responsibility READ THESE OPERATING GUIDELINES BEFORE YOU PROCEED ANY FURTHER Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine. Not all safety labels shown may apply to your chipper shredder. Preparation 1. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used.
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Heavy Duty Power Equipment Assembly 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. 4. Disconnect The Spark Plug Wire Before setting up your chipper shredder, disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and ground against the engine to prevent inadvertent starting of the machine. This step should be taken as a precaution whenever you are working on this machine.
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Heavy Duty Power Equipment Important Engine Information This owner’s manual is considered a permanent part of the power equipment and should remain with the equipment if resold. The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing.
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Heavy Duty Power Equipment Operating Instructions WARNING WARNING: The operation of any chipper shredder can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can damage your eyes severely. Always wear the safety glasses provided with this unit or eye shields before chipping or shredding and while performing any adjustments or repairs. Always use the proper personal safety equipment before starting this machine: 1. 2. 3.
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Heavy Duty Power Equipment Maintenance & Storage SECTION 5: MAINTAINING YOUR CHIPPER SHREDDER If the Chipper Becomes Clogged: Maintenance Schedule Item Before each use Engine oil (Check) 20hrs or every 3 month 50 hrs or every 3 months 100 hrs or every 6 months 300 hrs or every 1 year X Engine Oil (Change) X Air Cleaner (Check) X Air Cleaner Wash X Fuel filter Cup (Clean) X Spark Plug (Clean) X Spark Plug (Change) Note: If the blockage is severe, the flail screen within the discharge c
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Heavy Duty Power Equipment Maintenance & Storage To Remove, Sharpen or Add Chipper Blades: Your chipper was sent with one blade attached and a spare blade in the hardware bag. The belt life will be extended by operating the chipper with a sharp blade at a time.       Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine. Remove the blade access hatch and rotate the blade to align with the access hatch.
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Heavy Duty Power Equipment Troubleshooting SECTION 6: TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Remedy Engine fails to start 1. 2. 3. 1. 2. 3. Connect wire to spark plug. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Move throttle lever to FAST position. 4. 5. 6. 7. Spark plug wire disconnected. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. Throttle control lever not in correct starting position. (If Equipped) Choke not in CHOKE position. (If equipped) Engine not primed. Blocked fuel line. Faulty spark plug. 4. 5. 6. 7.
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Heavy Duty Power Equipment Limited Warranty & Service *LENGTH OF WARRANTY: Batteries supplied with applicable products as standard, original equipment are covered by this warranty for a period of 3 months (noncommercial use) or 1 month (commercial/rental use) from the date of original retail product purchase. Consumable parts such as batteries, oil, spark plugs, blades, belts, air filters, carburetors, gloves, hardware bags are not covered by this warranty.