OPERATOR’S MANUAL CHIPPER/SHREDDER WITH ELECTRIC START MODEL 6/14E Mfg. No.
Form Nos. 1717126 500 N. Spring Street, P.O. Box 997 Port Washington, WI 53074-0997 USA Rev. 4/97 © Copyright 1996 Simplicity Manufacturing, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Printed In USA.
OPERATOR’S MANUAL CHIPPER/SHREDDER WITH ELECTRIC START MODEL 6/14E Mfg. No.
Form Nos. 1717127 500 N. Spring Street, P.O. Box 997 Port Washington, WI 53074-0997 USA Rev. 4/97 © Copyright 1996 Simplicity Manufacturing, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Printed In USA.
Table of Contents Safety Rules & Information General ...................................................................2 Setting Up ...............................................................2 Operating Location..................................................3 Safe Wearing Apparel .............................................4 Operating Safety .....................................................4 Transporting and Storage .......................................5 Service and Maintenance ..............
Safety Rules & Information WARNING WARNING You must read, understand and comply with all safety and operating instructions in this manual before attempting to set-up and operate your chipper/shredder. Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known, in certain quantities, to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
Safety Rules & Information Setting Up Continued… OPERATING LOCATION 8. Never fill the fuel tank indoors! Gasoline vapors are explosive, and can easily travel unnoticed to sources of ignition, such as pilot lights or open flames on water heaters, furnaces, stoves, or dryers, sparks from electric motors and other electrical appliances, or unattended smoking materials.
Safety Rules & Information SAFE WEARING APPAREL OPERATING SAFETY 1. Always wear safety goggles to protect your eyes from flying debris when operating the chipper/shredder. One pair of safety goggles has been provided with the unit for your immediate use. All others in and around the immediate area must also wear approved safety glasses to protect their eyes from flying debris. 1. Always obey the size limitations for tree limbs and branches stated in the Waste Materials Guide portion of this manual. 2.
Safety Rules & Information 11. Never attempt to clear clogs from the chipper cone, shredder hopper or discharge chute while the unit is running. Always shut the engine off, allow the rotor to come to a complete stop, and remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug before removing excess materials. TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE 1. Always use the hopper handle and built-in wheels to move the chipper/shredder. Never lift the unit using the fuel tank for support.
Safety Rules & Information SAFETY DECALS Safety warning decals are placed at strategic locations on the chipper/shredder as a constant reminder to the operator of the most important safety precautions. All Warning, Danger, Caution, and instructional messages on your chipper/shredder should be carefully read and obeyed. If any of these decals are lost or damaged, replace them at once. They can be purchased from your dealer.
Becoming Familiar With The Chipper/Shredder engine manufacturer’s manual for additional important information. Each of the major components described below (see Figure 1) serve a specific function on the chipper/shredder. Please take a moment and familiarize yourself with the name, location, and function of these components so that you will better understand the safety and operating instructions provided in this manual. F.
Assembling the Chipper Shredder GENERAL HARDWARE DESCRIPTION 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. The hardware pack included with your unit contains the items listed below. (Additional hardware may be involved for other models.) Description Qty. • BOLT, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 • BOLT, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 3/4 . . . . . . .
Assembling the Chipper/Shredder Attaching the Hopper 1. See Figure 4. Attach the hopper to the rotor housing, using care to engage the metal lip of the hopper liner to the inside of the housing. 2. Secure the hopper to the rotor housing using (2) 5/16 x 1/2 hex head bolts and (2) 5/16 flat washers. Do not tighten hardware at this time. Figure 4. Attaching Hopper to the Rotor 3. See Figure 5.
Assembling the Chipper/Shredder Attaching the Discharge Bag Your unit comes equipped with a bag for collecting debris as it exits the discharge chute. Shut off engine, wait for it to stop, pull and secure spark plug wire, See Figure 6 for installation. Figure 6. Attaching the Discharge Bag Check & Fill Engine Oil Oil Check/ Fill Check the engine oil level on the dipstick (see Figure 7). If needed, fill the engine with proper oil specified by the engine manufacturer.
Controls & Operation CHECKS BEFORE STARTING SITE LOCATION 1. Inspect the chipper cone and shredder hopper for debris and other objects that may have fallen into the machine while the unit was stored, and remove them before starting the unit. Before reaching into the openings turn off the ignition and disconnect and secure the spark plug wire. 1. Only operate the chipper/shredder outdoors on a firm, level, earthen or grassy area where the unit will be stable and will stay in position.
Controls & Operation ENGINE CONTROLS A A. Ignition Switch — has three positions: START, RUN, and OFF. START cranks the engine for starting. RUN disengages the starter and allows the unit to run or be started with the recoil starter. OFF stops the engine. B. Primer — assists in starting the engine by injecting fuel directly into the venturi of the carburetor. C B C. Throttle/Stop Switch — controls the engine speed and has three positions: FAST, IDLE, and STOP. FAST runs the engine at maximum speed.
Using Your Chipper/Shredder GENERAL FUNCTIONS WARNING Your Chipper/Shredder is a multi-use tool for chipping tree limbs, shredding brush and leaves, and vacuuming up leaves and small organic materials. Learning how and when to use each function will increase the value of the Chipper/Shredder in your gardening tasks. NEVER allow anyone to operate the unit or remain in the immediate area UNLESS they are wearing approved safety goggles.
Using your Chipper/Shredder PROPER TECHNIQUE FOR CHIPPING Always maintain a stable, well-balanced stance to one side of the unit when operating the chipper/ shredder. Never stand directly in front of the chipper cone when performing chipping operations, since occasional kickbacks may occur, and result in you being struck by the tree limb or branch being kicked back.
Using your Chipper/Shredder PROPER TECHNIQUES FOR SHREDDING Leaves and Lightweight Organic Matter Place material to be shredded directly into the shredder hopper. Avoid large amounts of moist material that can cause shredded matter to build up in the discharge chute and prevent proper discharge. Alternate the processing of dry and moist materials to help prevent clogging of the discharge chute. When time permits, let wet material dry out for a few days prior to shredding. Figure 12.
Using your Chipper/Shredder DON’Ts TIPS FOR BETTER SHREDDING 1. Do not overload the shredder hopper by dumping large volumes of material into the hopper opening. If the engine speed slows down dramatically, you are overloading the shredder. DO’s 1. Process materials at a feeding rate that allows the rotor to keep turning at a consistently high rate of speed. 2. Do not feed branches and twigs larger than 1/2” in diameter, or longer than 18”, into the shredder. 2.
Using Your Chipper/Shredder 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. If you are unsure about processing a material not covered below, contact your local authorized dealer.
Regular Maintenance 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 the normal care schedule below, and observe these recommended care operating intervals to extend the life of your unit.
Regular Maintenance General Dip Stick Located Behind Gas Tank The following information will help you make the necessary checks and perform the procedures required to follow the normal care recommendations made for your chipper/shredder unit. Your local authorized dealer can make these checks and perform the required procedures for you. CHECK FOR LOSE PARTS AND HARDWARE Check the following areas, and tighten as required: 1. Chipper Cone & Cone Mounting 2. Shredder Hopper 3. Rotor Housing 4.
Regular Maintenance CHANGING THE SPARK PLUG An annual spark plug change is an inexpensive preventive measure that can help keep your unit running properly throughout the year. Electrodes Only replace the spark plug with the same model plug or equivalent. See the engine manual or authorized dealer for more information. 1. Disconnect and secure the spark plug wire from the spark plug. Porcelain Gap 2.
Regular Maintenance AIR FILTER REPLACEMENT/SERVICE The engine air filter element filters and removes airborne dirt, dust, and other work site debris from the air before it can enter the carburetor and damage sensitive fuel passages.
Regular Maintenance LUBE STARTER DRIVE GEAR The starter drive gear should be lubricated once a year or every 100 hours, or as needed. Lubricate the drive gear with a light weight oil. Lubricate Starter Gear LUBRICATE WHEEL AXLES Figure 21. Starter Drive Gear Location To lubricate, squirt 3-5 drops of engine oil on each wheel axle. Wipe up any run-off and spin wheels briefly to work oil around entire axle.
Regular Maintenance INSPECT HOPPER GUARDS Hopper Guards The hopper guards are made of a tough, flexible material that permits easy loading of the hopper, while preventing shredded pieces from being ejected out toward the operator. The hopper guards must always be intact and properly installed to provide protection from ejected pieces. If a hopper guard becomes damaged in use, do not operate the chipper/shredder until the hopper guard can be replaced.
Regular Maintenance • If the unit can’t be stored on a reasonably level surface, use a block of wood to block the wheels. Never store the Chipper/Shredder where it could tip over. CHECK SAFETY LABELS Safety warning decals are placed at strategic locations on the chipper/shredder as a constant reminder to the operator of the most important safety precautions. All Warning, Danger, Caution, and instructional messages on your chipper.shredder should be carefully read and obeyed.
Troubleshooting & Repair TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING While normal care and regular 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. Never attempt to perform any of these procedures while the engine is 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 problems.
Troubleshooting & Repair REPAIR SHREDDING HAMMERS *2552 The cutting edges of the shredding hammers may eventually wear out, requiring rotation of the hammers, or complete replacement if all cutting edges have been used. Triangular hammers can be rotated five times after the first edge dulls, then flipped over once and rotated again for a total of six cutting edges. J hammers can be flipped over once (Model 5/14 only), for a total of two cutting edges.
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. The J Hammer (G) on the opposite side of the rotor faces outward for balanced rotation. 5. Before proceeding, note the assembly sequence of the hammer, spacer, spacer tube, and hardware. Hammers and spacers must be reassembled in the same order to ensure proper rotor balance, shredding efficiency, and safety.
Troubleshooting & Repair CHIPPING KNIVES *2552 Chipping knives should be resharpened or replaced when tree limbs and branches require extra force to feed completely into the chipper block. Chipping knives may be resharpened until the distance between the mounting holes and the top corner of the blade bevel is 1/16” apart. (See Figure 33 on page 29). To inspect and service the cutting knives, follow these steps: 1.
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. *2446 CAUTION The chipper blades have sharp edges. Wear leather work gloves and remove the blades carefully. 5. See Figure 32.
Troubleshooting & Repair 8. Reattach the shredder hopper and chipper cone using the hardware removed during disassembly. Replace any hardware that appears to be damaged or worn excessively. 9. Check all hardware for tightness and correct assembly before attempting to start your unit. Do not attempt to start the unit if extra hardware is left over after reassembly is complete. Check for proper chipper knife assembly before proceeding. 10. Test the unit before attempting to use it to perform chipping.
Troubleshooting & Repair DEFLECTOR SHIELD The deflector shield must pivot freely at all times, or processed material could back up, clogging the unit and requiring disassembly to clear WARNING Never use the unit unless the deflector shield is in place and operating properly. Material could be ejected out of the discharge chute with great force, injuring you or bystanders. Deflector Shield Figure 36.
Parts & Accessories OPTIONS & ACCESSORIES VACUUM ATTACHMENT Several optional items and accessories are available that can help increase the usefulness and utility of your chipper/shredder unit: 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. It can also be adjusted to vacuum without disturbing landscaping materials such as decorative rock.
