Cub Cadet CS3210, CS 2210 User Manual

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Cub Cadet CS3210, CS 2210 User Manual

SafeOperationPractices•Set-Up•Operation• Maintenance•Service•Troubleshooting• Warranty

Operators Manual

Model Series CS 2210

ChipperShredder—ModelSeriesCS2210&CS3210

WARNING

READANDFOLLOWALLSAFETYRULESANDINSTRUCTIONSINTHISMANUAL

BEFOREATTEMPTINGTOOPERATETHISMACHINE.

FAILURETOCOMPLYWITHTHESEINSTRUCTIONSMAYRESULTINPERSONALINJURY.

CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019

Printed In USA

Form No. 769-05166

 

(June 15, 2009)

To The Owner

Thank You

Thank you for purchasing a Chipper Shredder manufactured by Cub Cadet LLC. It was carefully engineered to provide excellent performance when properly operated and maintained.

Please read this entire manual prior to operating the equipment.

It instructs you how to safely and easily set up, operate and maintain your machine. Please be sure that you, and any other persons who will operate the machine, carefully follow the recommended safety practices at all times. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or property damage.

All information in this manual is relative to the most recent product information available at the time of printing. Review this manual frequently to familiarize yourself with the machine, its features and operation. Please be aware that this Operator’s

Manual may cover a range of product specifications for various models. Characteristics and features discussed and/or illustrated in this manual may not be applicable to all models. Cub Cadet LLC reserves the right to change product specifications, designs and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation.

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If you have any problems or questions concerning the machine, phone your local Cub Cadet dealer or contact us directly. Cub

Cadet’s Customer Support telephone numbers, website address and mailing address can be found on this page. We want to ensure your complete satisfaction at all times.

Throughout this manual, all references to right and left side of the machine are observed from the operating position

The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related issues with regards to performance, power-rating, specifications, warranty and service. Please refer to the engine manufacturer’s Owner’s/Operator’s Manual, packed separately with your machine, for more information.

Table of Contents

Safe Operation Practices.........................................

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Service......................................................................

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Assembly & Set-Up...................................................

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Troubleshooting......................................................

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Controls & Features.................................................

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Replacement Parts.................................................

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Operation................................................................

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Warranty..................................................................

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Maintenance & Adjustment..................................

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Spanish...................................................................

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Record Product Information

Before setting up and operating your new equipment, please locate the model plate on the equipment and record the information in the provided area to the right. This information will be necessary, should you seek technical support via our web site, Customer Support Department, or with a local authorized service dealer.

Model Number

Serial Number

Customer Support

If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of this machine, you can seek help from the experts. Choose from the options below:

Visit us on the web at www.cubcadet.com

Call a Customer Support Representative at (800) 965-4CUB

Locate your nearest Cub Cadet Dealer at (877) 282-8684

Write us at Cub Cadet LLC • P.O. Box 361131 • Cleveland, OH • 44136-0019

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Important Safe Operation Practices

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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. HEEDITSWARNING!

CaliforniaProposition65

WARNING:Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

DANGER:This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation practices in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating fingers, hands, toes and feet and throwing debris. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

Training

1.Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts.

2.Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly.

3.Never allow children under 16 years of age to operate this machine. Children 16 and over should read and understand the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual and on the machine and be trained and supervised by an adult.

4.Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper instruction.

5.Keep bystanders, pets, and children at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

6.Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.

7.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.

8.Never attempt to unclog either the feed intake or discharge opening, remove or empty bag, or inspect and repair the machine while the engine is running. Shut the engine off and wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine.

Preparation

1.Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used. Remove all rocks, bottles, cans, or other foreign objects which could be picked up or thrown and cause personal injury or damage to the machine.

2.Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation and while performing an adjustment or repair, to protect your eyes. Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes.

3.Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-fitting slacks and shirts. Loose fitting clothes or jewelry can be caught in movable parts. Never operate this machine in bare feet or sandals. Wear leather work gloves when feeding material in the chipper chute.

4.Before starting, check all bolts and screws for proper tightness to be sure the machine is in safe working condition. Also, visually inspect machine for any damage at frequent intervals.

5.Maintain or replace safety and instructions labels, as necessary.

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Safe Handling of Gasoline:

To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite. Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.

a.Use only an approved gasoline container.

b.Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling.

c.When practical, remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.

d.Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.

e.Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition.

f.Never fuel machine indoors.

g.Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling.

h.Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than ½ inch below bottom of filler neck to allow space for fuel expansion.

i.Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.

j.If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and equipment. Move unit to another area. Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine.

k.To reduce fire hazards, keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris.

l.Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliances.

Operation

1.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.

2.Before starting the machine, make sure the chipper chute, feed intake, and cutting chamber are empty and free of all debris.

3.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.

4.If it becomes necessary to push material through the shredder hopper, use a small diameter stick. Do not use your hands or feet.

5.If the impeller strikes a foreign object or if your machine should start making an unusual noise or vibration, immediately shut the engine off. Allow the impeller to come to a complete stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire, ground it against the engine and perform the following steps:

a.Inspect for damage.

b.Repair or replace any damaged parts.

c.Check for any loose parts and tighten to assure continued safe operation.

6.Do not allow an accumulation of processed material to build up in the discharge area. This can prevent proper discharge and result in kickback of material through the feed opening.

7.Do not attempt to shred or chip material larger than specified on the machine or in this manual. Personal injury or machine damage could result.

8.Never attempt to unclog either the feed intake or discharge opening while the engine is running. Shut the engine off, wait until all moving parts have stopped, disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine before clearing debris.

9.Never operate without the shredder hopper, chipper chute, or chute deflector properly attached to the machine. Never empty or change discharge bag while the engine is running.

10.Keep all guards, deflectors and safety devices in place and operating properly.

11.Keep your face and body back and to the side of the chipper chute while feeding material into the machine to avoid accidental kickback injuries.

12.Never operate this machine without good visibility or light.

13.Do not operate this machine on a paved, gravel or nonlevel surface.

14.Do not operate this machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

15.Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch.

16.Never pick up or carry machine while the engine is running.

17.If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgement. Contact Customer Support for assistance and the name of the nearest service dealer.

Maintenance & Storage

1.Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.

2.Check bolts and screws for proper tightness at frequent intervals to keep the machine in safe working condition. Also, visually inspect machine for any damage and repair, if needed.

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3.Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, stop the engine and make certain the impeller and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting.

4.Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine.

5.Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.

6.Follow this manual for safe loading, unloading, transporting, and storage of this machine.

7.Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as a water heater, furnace, clothes dryer, etc.

8.Allow machine to cool at least 5 minutes before storing.

9.Always refer to the operator’s manual for proper instructions on off-season storage.

10.If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors.

11.Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil, etc. to protect the environment.

12.According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this product has an Average Useful Life of seven (7) years,

or 60 hours of operation. At the end of the Average Useful Life have the machine inspected annually by an authorized service dealer to ensure that all mechanical and safety systems are working properly and not worn excessively. Failure to do so can result in accidents, injuries or death.

Do not modify engine

To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any way. Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds. Never tamper with factory setting of engine governor.

Notice Regarding Emissions

Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal

EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and may include the following emission control systems: Engine

Modification (EM), Oxidizing Catalyst (OC), Secondary Air

Injection (SAI) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped.

Spark Arrestor

Warning:This machine 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. In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands.

A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.

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Safety Symbols

This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate.

Symbol

Description

READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S)

Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate

WARNING— ROTATING BLADES

Keep hands out of inlet and discharge openings while machine is running. There are rotating blades inside

BYSTANDERS

Keep bystanders, pets, and children at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation.

Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

WARNING— THROWN DEBRIS

Never operate without the chute deflector properly attached to the machine.

EYE PROTECTION

Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles when operating this machine.

warning: Your Responsibility—Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

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Assembly & Set-Up

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Contents of Carton

 

One Chipper Shredder

One Operator’s Manual

One Engine Operator’s Manual

One Tow Bar

One Bag

One Safety Glasses

One Bottle of Oil

Assembly

Bag

 

NOTE: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine.

To attach the bag:

 

 

Fill up gasoline and oil as instructed in the accompanying engine

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Place the opening of the bag completely over the chute

manual BEFORE operating your chipper shredder.

 

deflector. See Fig. 3-2.

Chipper Chute (Model Series CS 3210 Only)

 

 

For shipping reasons, the unit is crated with its chipper chute in a

 

 

raised position. To pivot it downward, proceed as follows:

 

 

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Pull the spring latch upward.

 

 

2.

Gently pivot the chipper chute down until it clicks into the

 

 

 

lock rod. See Fig. 3-1.

 

 

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B

Figure3-1

WARNING:Never operate the chipper shredder with the chipper chute in the raised position. Doing so may result in property damage or serious injury to the operator or bystanders.

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2.Position the bag so that the wing knobs which secure the chute deflector to the impeller housing are completely covered.

3.Pull on the draw-strap until the bag is tight around chute deflector opening.

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Tow Bar

To attach the tow bar:

1.Remove the spring pin and clevis pin from the end of the tow bar receiver. See Fig. 3-3.

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Figure3-3

2.Insert the tow bar into the receiver.

3.Reinsert the clevis pin through aligning holes in both the tow bar and the receiver.

4.Fasten with the spring pin to secure. See Fig. 3-4.

Set-Up

Gas and Oil Fill-Up

Refer to the separate engine owner’s manual for additional engine information.

1.Add oil provided before starting unit for the first time out of the box.

2.Service the engine with gasoline as instructed in the separate engine owner’s manual.

WARNING:Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition.

WARNING:Never fill fuel tank indoors with engine running or until the engine has been allowed to cool for at least two minutes after running.

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Section 3 — Assembly & Set-Up

 

 

 

 

Controls and Features

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Hopper

Handle

SpringLatch

ChipperChute

RecoilStarter

Tow Bar

LockRod

Receiver

ModelSeriesCS3210Shown

Figure4-1

Chipper Chute

Branches up to two inches (model series CS 2210) or three inches (model series CS 3210) in diameter may be fed into the chipper chute for chipping.

Hopper

Leaves, twigs, and branches up to 1/2-inch in diameter may be placed into the hopper for shredding. See Fig. 4-1.

IMPORTANT: Never place branches with a diameter greater than

1/2-inch in the hopper. Doing so can result in serious damage to your unit’s shredder blade, flails or impeller.

Tow Bar

Use the tow bar to tow the chipper shredder behind a tractor to a job site.

Handle

Use the handle when manually transporting the chipper shredder.

Recoil Starter

The recoil starter is located on the engine. Pull the recoil starter to start engine.

Engine Controls

See the engine Owner/Operator manual packed with your unit for the location and function of the controls on the engine.

Spring Latch (Model Series CS 3210 Only)

The spring latch is located on the top of the hopper. It is used to release or lock the chipper chute in a raised position for storage or for transporting. See Fig. 4-1.

WARNING:Never operate the chipper shredder with the chipper chute in the raised position. Use the spring latch to lower the chipper chute into the operating position before starting the engine.

Lock Rod (Model Series CS 3210 Only)

The lock rod is located on the chipper chute support. It is used to release or lock the chipper chute in a lowered position for operation.

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Operation

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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.

Starting Engine

IMPORTANT: Because this manual covers several different model units, different starting instructions may apply to your particular engine. Some engines may have a fuel petcock, some may not.

Some engines may have On/Off switches, other may not. Some units will utilize a choke system, while others will require priming. These factors depend on what make and model engine comes with your particular unit. For these reasons, please refer to the engine operator’s manual for the correct starting procedure.

Basic Starting Procedure:

1.Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain the metal cap on the end of the spark plug is fastened securely over metal tip on the spark plug.

2.Open fuel shut-off valve (If equipped) and make sure the On/Off switch is in the On position (if equipped).

3.Move choke control lever to CHOKE position, if equipped. See Fig. 5-1. If the unit has a primer, prime the motor as instructed in the engine operator’s manual.

Figure5-1

NOTE: A warm engine may not require choking or priming.

4.Move throttle control lever to FAST position (if equipped).

See Fig. 5-1.

5.Grasp starter handle and pull rope out slowly until engine reaches start of compression cycle (rope will pull slightly harder at this point).

NOTE: A “clanking” noise may be heard when pulling the starter rope. It is completely normal and does NOT indicate a malfunction of any kind.

6.Pull rope with a rapid, continuous, full arm stroke. Keep a firm grip on starter handle. Let rope rewind slowly.

7.Repeat the previous steps until engine starts. When engine starts, move choke control gradually to RUN position until the engine is running smoothly.

WARNING:Never run the engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.

Stopping Engine

1. Move throttle control lever to STOP position (if equipped) or push rocker switch to OFF. See Fig. 5-2.

NOTE: See your engine manual packed with your unit for more detailed instructions.

Figure5-2

CAUTION:Never stop the engine by moving the choke lever into the CHOKE position. Backfire, fire or engine damage could result.

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Shredding

Yard waste such as leaves and pine needles can be placed in the hopper for shredding. After material has been processed by the shredder blade and flails, it will be forced out of the chute deflector, and, if attached, into a debris collection bag.

Observe the following guidelines when shredding yard debris:

Never attempt to shred material other than normal yard debris (leaves, twigs, pine cones, etc.).

Avoid shredding fibrous plants such as tomato vines until they are thoroughly dried out. Fresh vines do not shred well and tend to wrap themselves around the impeller and flails.

Place reasonable amounts of debris into the hopper at a time. Do not overload the hopper.

Allow the material in the hopper to be drawn into the blades and shredded before adding additional debris to the hopper. Failure to due so may result in a clogged hopper, clogged chute deflector or a stalled engine.

Avoid placing twigs longer than 24 inches into the hopper. Twigs longer than 24 inches may result in a clogged hopper.

IMPORTANT: Never place branches with a diameter greater than 1/2-inch in the hopper. Doing so can result in serious damage to the unit’s shredder blade, flails or impeller.

Clearing the Hopper

Should the hopper become clogged with debris during operation, proceed as follows:

1.Grasp the handle with both hands and gently agitate the chipper shredder to help loosen debris, drawing it into the impeller.

If the clog does not clear, proceed as follows:

1.Stop engine.

2.Use your hands to remove any debris found near the top of the hopper.

3.Use a branch (or other available device, i.e. broomstick) to dislodge debris located toward the base of the hopper.

4.Restart engine.

NOTE: If you’re unable to pull the starter rope as a result of accumulated debris near the impeller, follow instructions under the heading Cleaning the Reduction Chamber in the “Maintainenance & Adjustments” section of this manual.

Chipping

WARNING:Never operate the chipper shredder without chipper chute lowered into the operating position.

Branches up to two inches (model series CS 2210) or three inches (model series CS 3210) in diameter can be fed into the chipper chute. Observe the following guidelines when chipping branches:

Keep both hands firmly on the branch as you feed it into the chipper chute.

Never feed more than one branch into the chipper chute at a time.

Never feed anything other than branches (or wood) into the chipper chute.

Apply intermittent pressure (force, in short pulses) while feeding larger branches into the chipper chute, to avoid bogging or stalling the engine.

IMPORTANT: Never feed branches with a diameter greater than two (2) inches (Model Series CS 2210) or three (3) inches (model series CS 3210) into the chipper chute. Doing so can result in serious damage to your unit’s chipper blades, flails or impeller.

NOTE: For best performance, always operate the unit with sharp chipper blades. If a noticeable loss in performance is encountered while chipping branches, the chipper blades should be replaced.

Emptying the Bag

1.Stop engine.

2.Squeeze the locking buckle to release the bag’s drawstrap before loosening it from the chute deflector. See Fig. 5-3.

Figure5-3

3.Empty the bag and reattach to the chute deflector opening. Refer to the “Set-Up & Adjustments” section of this manual.

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Maintenance & Adjustments

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Maintenance

General Recommendations

Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.

The warranty on this chipper shredder does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from warranty, operator must maintain the equipment as instructed here.

Changing of engine-governed speed will void engine warranty.

All adjustments should be checked at least once each season.

Periodically check all fasteners and make sure these are tight.

WARNING:Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and ground against engine before, cleaning, lubricating, or performing any type of maintenance on your machine.

Lubrication

1.Lubricate the chipper chute hinge with a light oil once a season.

2.Lubricate the pivot points on the chute deflector with light oil once a season.

3.Follow the separate engine manual packed with your unit for engine lubrication instructions.

Equipment Care

Clean the chipper shredder thoroughly after each use.

Wash bag periodically with water. Allow to dry thoroughly in shade.

If the reduction chamber becomes clogged, remove and clean as instructed below.

Allow the unit to run and clear out all debris for a short time before shutting the unit down before storage.

NOTE: Cleaning with a forceful spray of water is not recommended as it could contaminate the fuel system.

Engine Care

Refer to the Maintenance section of the Engine Owner/ Operator manual packed with your unit. Read and follow instructions carefully.

Check engine oil level before each use as instructed in the separate engine manual.

Note: When draining or changing the oil: a 90 degree elbow has been installed on the engine’s oil drain to facilitate the oil change process. This oil drain elbow passes through a hole in frame. The oil is drained from below the frame. With this in mind, follow the Engine

Owner/ Operator manual packed with your unit for oil change instructions.

Clean or replace air cleaner every 25 hours under normal conditions. Clean every few hours under extremely dusty conditions. To service the air cleaner, refer to the engine manual.

The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap reset once a season. Check engine manual for correct plug type and gap specifications.

Clean engine regularly with a cloth or brush. Keep the top of the engine clean to permit proper air circulation.

Remove all grass, dirt, and combustible debris from muffler area.

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