N o R tf ep o r ro du ct io n OPERATOR’S MANUAL Chipper/Shredder 5/14 Series Mfg. No. 85637 1692203 1692352 1692722 1694897 1694898 Description Model SAC55140BV, 5HP & 5.5HP Snapper Chipper Shredder Model 5/14, 5HP Simplicity Chipper Shredder Model 5/14, 5HP Simplicity Chipper Shredder (CE) Model 5/14, 5HP Simplicity Chipper Shredder (CE) Model 5/14, 5.5HP Simplicity Chipper Shredder Model 5/14, 5.5HP Simplicity Chipper Shredder (CE) 8/14 Series Mfg. No.
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Table Of Contents OPERATION Description ........................................................12 Site Location .....................................................12 Checks Before Starting .....................................15 Start-Up .............................................................15 Operating Instructions .......................................15 Material Processing...........................................15 Shutting Down...................................................
Safety Rules Safe operation of the chipper/shredder unit requires that all operating and safety instructions be obeyed by everyone who uses, services, or otherwise handles the unit. GENERAL The Safety Alert symbol shown here is used to alert you to important safety information that must be read, fully understood, and followed at all times when handling, transporting, operating, servicing, or storing your chipper/ shredder unit.
Safety Rules or unattended smoking materials. Contact with these or any other ignition sources will cause an explosion or fire, serious personal injury, and damage to property and equipment. DANGER SPARK/FIRE HAZARD GAS ENGINES MAY REQUIRE A SPARK ARRESTER FOR SAFE OPERATION 9. Never overfill the fuel tank. Fuel may run out of the tank and contact hot surfaces on the chipper/shredder motor and ignite, causing a fire and/or risk of an explosion. Fill fuel tank to 1/2” below bottom of filler neck only.
Safety Rules • Check the oil level in the engine crankcase. See ENGINE OIL LEVEL under Servicing The Chipper/Shredder. OPERATING SAFETY 1. Always obey the size limitations for tree limbs and branches stated in the Waste Materials Guide portion of this manual. 11. Never attempt to clear clogs from the chipper cone, shredder hopper or discharge chute while the unit is running.
Safety Rules fuel leakage, and unwanted transfer of the sump oil into the cylinder head area. text on the preceding pages, or contact your local dealer. 3. Always refill the oil sump with the recommended oil before attempting to use the unit again after it has been drained for transportation.
Assembly GENERAL All of the major assembly procedures on your new Chipper/Shredder were performed at the factory, and only the items listed in this section need to be taken care of to make your unit fully operational. TOOLS REQUIRED - 1/2" Box Wrench or Socket - 7/16" Box Wrench or Socket - 1/4" Hex Wrench HARDWARE DESCRIPTION Figure 1. Installing the Chipper Cone The hardware pack packaged with your unit contains the items listed below and possibly additional hardware required for other models: Qty.
Assembly Slide bag over discharge chute. Make sure bag noose fits over top of discharge chute and notch in chute bottom. Lift discharge chute and slide bag over chute. Make sure bag noose fits over top of discharge chute and notch in chute bottom. Pull drawstring tight N o R tf ep o r ro du ct io n Pull drawstring tight Figure 5A. Discharge Bag Installation Figure 5B. Discharge Bag Installation-European model HOPPER DISCHARGE BAG 1.
Controls & Major Components OPERATING CONTROLS C. Bag Your new chipper/shredder has been designed for both ease of use and lasting reliability, and features a simplified control system that requires just two operating controls. The two-bushel bag is standard equipment and attaches in seconds for direct, one-step bagging.
Controls & Major Components A G B Optional Vacuum Kit F C io n E N o R tf ep o r ro du ct D Figure 6. Component Location MODEL SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS MODEL 5/14 MODEL 8/14 Engine B&S 825 Series OHV B&S 1450 Series OHV Chipping Capacity 2 1/2" 3" Chipping Knives 2 2 Shredding Hammers 2 - Triangular 2 - J Hammers 2 - Triangular 2 - J Hammers Shredder Capacity 1/2" x 18" Long 1/2" x 18" Long Waste Reduction Ratio Up to 20:1 Up to 20:1 Weight 97 lbs. 119 lbs.
Operation that ejects the shredded or chipped material out of the discharge chute, making room for more material to be pulled in and processed. DESCRIPTION General Your new chipper/shredder is designed to permit years of trouble-free operation while handling a wide range of chipping and shredding needs.
Operation 7. Adjust throttle speed to “high” for best chipper/shredder action. CHECKS BEFORE STARTING 1. Inspect the chipper cone and shredder hopper for debris and other objects that may have fallen into the machine while the unit was idle, and remove them before starting the unit. Before reaching into the openings, always disconnect the spark plug wire at the spark plug. Restarting A Warm Engine Restarting an engine that is already warm from previous running does not normally require use of the choke.
Operation *2573 *2572 Never wrap your fingers around tree limbs and branches so tightly that you can’t let go quickly if the tree limb or branch is suddenly pulled into the chipper block or shredder hopper area. N o R tf ep o r ro du ct *2574 io n Figure 8. Feeding Materials For Shredding Figure 7. Proper Stance for Chipping Leaves and other lightweight organic matter can be quickly shredded in your chipper/ shredder and reduced to 1/20th of their original volume.
Operation MATERIAL PROCESSING SHUTTING DOWN General DANGER Engine and surrounding parts become extremely hot during normal use, and will cause serious burn injuries if touched before the engine has cooled. Most materials to be processed can be handled more efficiently by observing the following chipper/shredder operating tips: Shredding Allow engine to cool completely before touching these hot surfaces. 1.
Operation If you are unsure about processing a material not covered in the guide below, contact your local authorized dealer. WASTE MATERIALS GUIDE Your chipper/shredder is designed to efficiently process a wide variety of organic yard and garden waste materials. To obtain consistent performance, extend the life of your unit, and help ensure safe operation, do not attempt to process non-organic materials, and always follow the material requirements shown in the Waste Materials Guide below.
Normal Care SCHEDULE Your chipper/shredder has been designed and produced by the industry’s leading manufacturer of outdoor power equipment to provide you with years of reliable operation. Keeping your chipper/shredder in top running condition will prolong its life, and help you obtain optimum performance whenever you wish to chip or shred yard or garden waste. Please read this normal care schedule, and observe these recommended care operating intervals to extend the life of your unit.
Normal Care Oil Level 1. Oil level must be full. Check the oil level by removing oil fill plug. Oil level should be up to the bottom of the fill plug opening (see Figure 10). 2. Add SAE 30 oil (5W30 for winter use) as necessary.. 3. Do not overfill the oil sump! Excess oil will result in frothing of oil, reducing the effectiveness of the oil and shortening engine life. 4.
Normal Care *2569 Clean Engine Fins/Air Intake Area The engine that powers this chipper/shredder is aircooled, and requires unobstructed air flow into and around the engine. For proper engine cooling, the cooling fins on the engine cylinder head area must also be kept clear of chipper/shredder deposits, as well as any other build-up of debris that could prevent heat from radiating away from the engine.
Normal Care If any label can’t be read or is missing, contact your local dealer for an immediate replacement. If you must use the unit without the label, review the label information in the “Safety Labels” section of this manual. Inspect/Sharpen Chipping Knives This unit’s high-quality chipping knives are manufactured from a high-quality precision tempered steel, and are designed to provide positive feeding of tree limbs and branches, as well as exceptionally long service life.
Storage TEMPORARY STORAGE *2571 (30 Days Or Less) Remember, the chipper/shredder fuel tank probably will still contain some gasoline, so never store the chipper/ shredder indoors or in any other area where fuel vapor could travel to any ignition source. Fuel vapor is also toxic if inhaled, so never store the chipper/shredder in any structure used for human or animal habitation.
Troubleshooting & Repair TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING Never attempt to perform any of these procedures with the engine running. Always turn the engine off, let the rotor come to a complete stop, and disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug before attempting to correct any operating problems. While normal care and routine maintenance will extend the life of your chipper/shredder, prolonged or constant use may eventually require that service be performed to allow it to continue operating properly.
Troubleshooting & Repair *2557 *2558 Figure 16. Triangular Hammer Wear Area Figure 17. J Hammer Wear Area REPAIR *2552 io n Engine Service N o R tf ep o r ro du ct Your chipper/shredder engine requires routine maintenance for long-life and trouble-free operation. Consult the manufacturer’s manual provided with this unit for specific recommendations and service procedures. In general, however, your engine requires only the preventive maintenance indicated on the Normal Care Schedule.
Troubleshooting & Repair 4. Using leather work gloves to protect your hands from sharp edges, carefully rotate the rotor counterclockwise until the first worn hammer is at the top position. 6. See Figure 20. Using a 5/16” Allen wrench, remove the socket head capscrew (A), lockwasher (B), flat washer (C), and spacer tube (D), being careful to catch the parts as the capscrew is removed. 5. Before proceeding, note the assembly sequence of the hammer, spacer, spacer tube, and hardware.
Troubleshooting & Repair • If the spacer tube has deep grooves worn into it, do not reuse the part - replace it using an exact factory replacement part only. • Rotate or flip the hammer to provide a new cutting edge, or install a new hammer if worn out or damaged. • Reassemble the hammer and related parts and hardware, observing the correct assembly sequence as shown in figures 19 and 20. *2560 8. Tighten the capscrew securely. For proper assembly, do not exceed 45 ft. lbs. of torque when tightening. 9.
Troubleshooting & Repair 4. Using a 1/4” hex wrench, loosen and remove the two socket head cap screws holding the chipper knife in place (access the screw heads from the rear of the unit), and remove the chipper knife. See Figure 24 for location and temporary removal of an access plug that permits removal of the capscrews. 5. See Figure 25.
Options & Accessories OPTIONS & ACCESSORIES Several optional items and accessories are available that can help increase the usefulness and utility of your chipper/shredder unit: Vacuum Attachment N o R tf ep o r ro du ct io n This easy-to-add accessory allows the chipper/ shredder to be equipped with a vacuum hose and other attachments to help simplify pick up of lightweight materials such as leaves and grass clippings.
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