Operator’s Manual Chipper Shredder Vacuum IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brushcovered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices...................................................................... 3 Assembling Your Chipper Shredder Vacuum ....................................................... 5 Know Your Chipper Shredder Vacuum................................................................. 7 Operating Your Chipper Shredder Vacuum .......................................................... 8 Adjusting Your Chipper Shredder Vacuum ..................................
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION 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.
2. 3. 4. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. Before starting the machine, make sure the chipper chute, feed intake, and cutting chamber are empty and free of all debris. Thoroughly inspect all material to be shredded and remove any metal, rocks, bottles, cans, or other foreign objects which could cause personal injury or damage to the machine. If the impeller strikes a foreign object or and/or if your machine should make an unusual noise or vibration, shut the engine off immediately .
SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR CHIPPER SHREDDER VACUUM Unpacking Attaching The Nozzle • • • • • Remove staples, break glue on top flaps, or cut tape at carton end and peel along top flap to open carton. Remove loose parts if included with unit (i.e., operator’s manual, etc.) Cut along corners, lay carton down flat, and remove packing material. Roll or slide unit out of carton and check carton thoroughly for loose parts. • Remove three wing nuts from the front of the chipper shredder vacuum.
• • Remove the three hex nuts and bell washers from the weld studs beside the opening on the right side of the chipper-shredder vacuum. See Figure 4. • Flange Nuts • Attaching The Bag Weld Studs • Hex Nuts & Hex Bolts & Bell Washers Saddle Washers Place bag under the upper handle assembly and slip the front opening on the bag over the discharge chute, making certain it is over the rim on the discharge chute. Follow direction of the arrows in Figure 6.
SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR CHIPPER SHREDDER VACUUM m WARNING: Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly. Drive Clutch Control Tamper Plug Chipper Chute Nozzle Nozzle Door Adjustment Lever Bag Caster Locks Figure 7 Vacuum/Chipper Bag Nozzle Collects shredded or chipped material fed through the chipper chute or vacuumed up through the nozzle. See Figure 7.
SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR CHIPPER SHREDDER VACUUM • • Read, understand, and follow all instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating. A pair of safety glasses has been provided with this equipment. To Empty Bag WARNING: Always wear safety glasses • during operation or while performing any adjustments or repairs. Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes.
SECTION 5: ADJUSTING YOUR CHIPPER SHREDDER VACUUM • WARNING: Do not at any time make any adjustments without first stopping engine, disconnecting spark plug wire, and grounding it against the engine. Front Caster Wheels Drive Clutch Cable This chipper shredder vacuum is equipped with front caster wheels. The casters can be locked in a straight ahead position or to swivel freely. • Slide the height adjustment lever forward or backward for adjusting the nozzle door upwards or downwards.
SECTION 6: MAINTAINING YOUR CHIPPER SHREDDER VACUUM • WARNING: Before performing any maintenance or repairs, stop the engine, wait until the machine comes to a complete stop, disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting. Reattach the discharge chute assembly with the hardware previously removed and attach the bag to the unit. Hex Bolts Hex Nuts Flail Screen Lubrication • • • Wheels: Lubricate the rear wheels with light oil once a season.
• WARNING: Use caution when replacing the blades. Wear heavy gloves to avoid injury while handling the weld bolts, housing or the blades. • • When sharpening blades, follow the original angle of grind. Also, make sure to remove an equal amount from each blade and torque hardware to 250 - 300 in.lb. • Remove the two hex bolts and hex lock nuts which extend through the housing. Lift the flail screen out of the housing. Refer to Figure 11.
Belt Guard Spring Outer Housing Mounting Adapter Idler Bracket Idler Frame Transmission Pulley Holes for Screwdrivers Figure 17 • • • • • • • • • • Press down on the belt guard spring by the idler pulley, and release the spring from the slot on the idler bracket. Place the belt on the idler pulley and place belt guard spring back into the slot on the idler bracket. See Figure 17. Place the mounting adapter against the engine and make sure the hole in the mounting adapter is facing up.
SECTION 7: TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Engine fails to start Engine runs erratic Cause Remedy 1. Spark plug wire disconnected. 2. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. 3. Throttle control lever not in correct starting position. (If Equipped) 4. Choke not in CHOKE position. (If Equipped) 5. Blocked fuel line. 6. Faulty spark plug. 1. Connect wire to spark plug. 2. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. 3. Move throttle lever to FAST position. 1. Spark plug wire loose. 2. Unit running on CHOKE. (If Equipped) 3.
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy-Bilt LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. “Troy-Bilt” warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship.