Operator's Manual Chipper Shredder Model Series 462 thru 465 Model 465 Shown IMPORTANT: Warning: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS This unit is equipped with an internal combustion CAREFULLY engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest- covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).
TABLEOFCONTENTS Content Page 3 5 7 Important Safe Operation Practices Assembling Your Chipper Shredder Know Your Chipper Shredder Operating Your Chipper Shredder 8 Content Maintaining Your Chipper Shredder Trouble Shooting Illustrated Parts List Warranty Page 9 12 14 16 FINDINGMODELNUMBER This Operator's Manual is an important part of your new chipper shredder. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says.
SECTION1: IMPORTANT SAFEOPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol - heed its warning.
j. Toreducea firehazard,keepmachinefree ofgrass,leaves,or otherdebrisbuild-up. Cleanupoilorfuelspillageandremoveany fuelsoakeddebris. k. Allowmachinetocoolatleast5minutes beforestoring. OPERATION 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Do not put hands and feet near rotating parts or in the feeding chambers and discharge opening. Contact with the rotating impeller can amputate fingers, hands, and feet.
,_ understand -and follow the warnings and instructions on the WARNING: YOUR RESPONSIBILITY: Restrict the useinofthis thismanual power and machine to machine. persons who read, NOTE: Not all safety labels shown may apply to your chipper shredder. WA_H/NQs [_:O NOT OPERATE THIS _4ACH_NE{ UNL_s_SS TNE CHUT b_2FLECTOR HAS B_['N PROPERLY IiNSTALLED AND IS SF;CURED W/[H "l HIF HAND KNOBS, SECTION2: ASSEMBLING YOURCHIPPERSHREDDER IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine.
AttachingTheHopperAssembly(A,M0de s) • • • Remove six hex nuts and washers from the weld studs on the impeller housing. Do not remove the support plate. See Figure 2. Place hopper assembly into position in front of impeller housing, aligning holes in hopper assembly collar with weld studs. Impeller Housing =._ Washer jlmpeller ,_racket • Place second spacer over hex bolt inside other hinge and secure with hex lock nut.
AttachingTheBag(A,Modo s) • • • To attach the bag, place the opening of the bag completely over the chute deflector. Pull on the drawstring until the bag is tight around chute deflector opening. Clip the drawstring back on itself, tight against the chute deflector to secure into position. See Figure 5. Clip \ Chute Deflector C_hihlpperBag Figure 5 SECTION3: KNOWYOURCHIPPERSHREDDER Read this operator's manual and safety rules before operating your chipper shredder.
SECTION4: OPERATING YOURCHIPPERSHREDDER 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. StoppingEngine • • Move throttle control lever to STOP or OFF position. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and ground against the engine.
Chute Deflector IMPORTANT:The flail screen is located inside the housing in the discharge area. tf the flail screen becomes clogged, remove and clean as instructed in SECTION 5: MAINTAINING YOUR CHIPPER SHREDDER. For best performance, it is also important to keep the chipper blade sharp. Chipper Chute opper Assembly Model 465 Shown Figure 8 SECTION5: MAINTAININGYOURCHIPPERSHREDDER CustomerResponsibilities _ MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _o,.
• • Cleanair cleanerevery25hoursundernormal conditions oronceaseason.Cleaneveryfewhours underextremely dustyconditions. Toservicetheair cleaner,refertotheseparateenginemanual packedwithyourunit. Thesparkplug shouldbecleanedandthegap resetoncea season.Checkenginemanualfor correctplugtypeandgapspecifications. SharpeningOr ReplacingChipperBlades • • previous section. Remove the chipper chute by removing three hex nuts and washers.
SharpeningOr ReplacingtheShredder Blade • • • • IMPORTANT:When sharpening the blade, follow the original angle of grind as a guide. It is extremely important that each cutting edge receives an equal amount of grinding to prevent an unbalanced blade. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration when rotating at high speeds and may cause damage to the unit. The blade can be tested by balancing it on a screwdriver or nail. Remove metal from the heavy side until it is balanced evenly. are sharp.
SECTION6: TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Engine fails to start Cause 1. 2. 3. Spark plug wire disconnected. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. Throttle control lever not in correct 5. 6. starting position. (If Equipped) Choke not in CHOKE position. (If Equipped) Engine not primed. Blocked fuel line. 7. Faulty spark plug. 1. 2. Spark plug wire loose. Unit running on CHOKE. (If Equipped) Blocked fuel line or stale fuel. 4. Engine runs erratic Remedy 3. 1. 2. 3. Connect wire to spark plug.
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SECTION7: PARTSLIST FORMODELSERIES462 THRU465 j4 17 \ 15 21 16 23 25 8 37 \ "19 36 20 48 I 21 27 I _69 26 29 '32 1 24 35 /55 60 53 43 57 61 \64 56 / t Models 462 & 463 YrModels 464 & 465 ???Models 6O 462, 463,464C Model 464G Only Model 463 Only If Equipped 65 14
ModelSeries462 Thru465 Re_ No. Pa_ No. Ref. No. Description Part 1. 728-0175 Pop Rivet 2. 731-1899 Chipper 3. 735-0249 Chute Flap 4. 5. 781-0633 681-0095 ^ Chute Flap Strip Chipper Chute 6. 681-0068A Chipper Chute 7. 710-0751 Hex Cap Screw 8. 712-3027 Hex Lock Nut 1/4-20 43. Shredder 1/4 -20 x.620 Part Description 738-081311 Axle Assembly 738-08141. Axle Assembly 44. 750-07861. Spacer 45. 46. 734-18451.1. 726-0214 Wheel 47. 48. 734-16001.
MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: ® The limited warranty respect United States, this product workmanship for a period date of original replace, materials if this product product, against vandalism, installation repair This limited warranty improper Damage will void your warranty Normal wear parts are warranted or in f. Replacement g.
