Use and Care Manual

Operator’s Manual
Chipper/Shredders
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PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY
Engine will not start. 1. Out of fuel. Add fuel.
2. Spark plug wire disconnected. Reconnect spark plug wire.
3. Engine controls not set correctly. Refer to Starting in the Operation section.
4. Spark plug fouled. Remove the spark plug, clean or replace.
5. No compression. Recoil starter See your authorized dealer.
pulls with no resistance.
6. No spark. Ignition problem. See your authorized dealer.
7. Old or stale fuel. See your authorized dealer.
Engine exhaust is black.    
2. Choke closed. Open choke.
Engine runs but no material is     
discharged. 2. Engine not running at full speed. Set throttle control to FAST.
Excessive branch vibration when 1. Chipper knives dull. Sharpen or replace chipper knives.
chipping materials. 2. Tree limbs are extremely hard or Material is not suitable for chipping.
dried out.
Unusual noise or vibration when. 1. Rotor overloaded with material. Allow unit to clear itself before adding more
processing material. material to the hopper.
    
loose. required.
    
necessary.
Vacuum not working.    
2. Material too wet. Allow material to dry.
    
    
5. Engine not running at full RPM. Set throttle control to FAST.
Troubleshooting Chart
While normal care and regular maintenance will extend
the life of your equipment, prolonged or constant use may
eventually require that service be performed to allow it to
continue operating properly.
The troubleshooting guide below lists the most common
problems, their causes, and remedies.
See the information on the following pages for instructions on
how to perform most of these minor adjustments and service
repairs yourself. If you prefer, all of these procedures can be
performed for you by your local authorized dealer.
WARNING
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, PERFORM MAINTENANCE
ON THE UNIT ONLY WHEN THE ENGINE IS STOPPED.
ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE AND
FASTEN IT AWAY FROM THE PLUG BEFORE BEGINNING
THE MAINTENANCE, TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL
STARTING OF THE ENGINE.