OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Chipper Shredder
Vacuum
Model Number
203
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 forestcovered, 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). 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.
MTD LLC P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
PRINTED IN U.S.A. |
FORM NO. 770-10023D.fm |
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Important Safe Operation Practices................................................................... |
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Assembling Your Chipper Shredder Vacuum .................................................... |
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Know Your Chipper Shredder Vacuum .............................................................. |
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Operating Your Chipper Shredder Vacuum ....................................................... |
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Adjusting Your Chipper Shredder Vacuum ........................................................ |
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Maintaining Your Chipper Shredder Vacuum..................................................... |
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Troubleshooting................................................................................................. |
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Parts List............................................................................................................ |
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FINDING MODEL NUMBER
This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new chipper shredder vacuum. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says.
Before you start assembling your new equipment, please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the information from it in the space provided below. The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from our Customer Support Department or an authorized dealer.
•You can locate the model number by standing behind the unit and looking down at the frame below the engine. A sample model plate is explained below. For future reference, please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below.
Copy the model number here:
Copy the serial number here:
ENGINE INFORMATION
The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related issues with regards to performance, powerrating, specifications, warranty and service. Please refer to the engine manufacturer’s Owner’s/Operator’s Manual packed separately with your unit for more information.
CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT
Please do NOT return the unit to the retailer from which it was purchased, without first contacting Customer Support.
Should you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or maintenance of this unit, please call the Customer Support Department.
Call 1- (330) 220-4MTD (4683) or 1- (800)-800-7310 to reach a Customer Support representative. Please have your unit’s model number and serial number ready when you call. See previous section to locate this information. You will be asked to enter the serial number in order to process your call.
For more details about your unit, visit our website at www.yardman.com
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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.
WARNING: The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation 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 hands and feet and throwing objects. 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 old to operate this machine. Children 16 years old and over should read and understand the operation instructions and safety rules in this manual and should be trained and supervised by a parent.
4.Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper instruction.
5.Keep bystanders, helpers, 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 vacuum 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 or while performing an adjustment or repair, to protect eyes. Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes.
3.Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and closefitting 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.
6.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.Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition.
c.Never fuel machine indoors.
d.Never remove gas cap or add while the engine is hot or running.
e.Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling.
f.Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than 1/2 inch below bottom of filler neck to provide space for fuel expansion.
g.Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.
h.If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and equipment. Move machine to another area. Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine.
i.Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light (e.g. furnace, water heater, space heater, clothes dryer, etc.)
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j.To reduce a fire hazard, keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris.
k.Allow machine to cool at least 5 minutes before storing.
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 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 vacuum bag and discharge chute properly attached to the machine. Never empty or change vacuum bag while the engine is running. Zippered end of vacuum bag must be kept closed at all times during operation.
10.Never operate without either the inlet nozzle or optional hose attachment properly attached to the machine. Never attempt to attach or change either attachment while the engine is running.
11.Keep all guards, deflectors and safety devices in place and operating properly.
12.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.
13.Never operate this machine without good visibility or light. Always be sure of your footing and keep a firm hold on the handles.
14.Do not operate this machine on a gravel surface.
15.Do not operate this machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
16.Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch.
17.Never pick up or carry machine while the engine is running.
MAINTENANCE AND 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.
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.Always refer to the operator’s manual for proper instructions on off-season storage.
9.If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors.
10.Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil, etc. to protect the environment.
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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.
NOTE: Not all safety labels shown may apply to your chipper shredder vacuum.
SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR CHIPPER SHREDDER VACUUM
IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. Be certain to service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual before operating your machine.
NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the chipper shredder vacuum is observed from the operating position.
Removing Unit From Carton
•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.
Loose Parts In Carton (See Figure 1)
•Nozzle
•Bag
WARNING: Before setting up your chipper shredder vacuum, disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and ground against the engine.
Nozzle |
Bag |
Figure 1
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Attaching The Nozzle
•Remove three wing nuts from the front of the chipper shredder vacuum.
•Place nozzle in position over the three studs on unit and secure with wing nuts just removed.
See Figure 2.
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Figure 2
NOTE: The metal tab on the nozzle must depress the safety switch button attached to the front of chipper shredder vacuum or the engine will not start.
Attaching The Bag
•Place bag under of 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. See Figure 3.
Discharge |
Bag Opening |
Bag |
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Figure 3
•Place the four straps on the top of the bag over upper handle, hooking them on the studs to secure in place. Squeeze the clamp on the drawstring and pull the drawstring tight. Release the clamp.
See Figure 4.
Bag
Straps
Bag
Straps
Figure 4
SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR CHIPPER SHREDDER VACUUM
WARNING: Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly.
Bag
Collects shredded or chipped material fed through the chipper chute or vacuumed up through the nozzle. See Figure 5.
Chipper Chute
Allow twigs and small branches up to 2” in diameter to be fed into the impeller for chipping. See Figure 5.
Caster Locks
The caster locks are located on top of each front caster wheel. Refer to the Adjustment Section to position wheel locks. See Figure 5.
Nozzle Door Adjustment Levers
The nozzle adjustment levers are located on each side of the nozzle door. They are used to adjust the nozzle door for ground clearance that will provide the best performance for the operating conditions. See Figure 5.
Nozzle
Yard waste such as leaves and pine needles can be vacuumed up through the nozzle for shredding. See Figure 5.
Drive Clutch Control
The drive clutch control is located on the upper handle assembly. Squeezing the drive clutch control against the upper handle engages the rear wheels. Release the drive clutch control to slow down or stop the wheel drive. See Figure 5.
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Throttle Control Lever (Not Shown)
The throttle control lever is located on the engine. It controls the engine’s speed and stops the engine. See separate engine manual packed with unit for details.
Engine Controls
See the separate engine manual for the location and function of the controls on the engine.
Starter Handle (Not Shown)
The starter handle is located on the engine. Pull the starter handle to start engine.
Stopping Engine
•Move throttle control lever to STOP or OFF position.
•Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and ground against the engine.
Drive Clutch
Control
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Figure 5
SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR CHIPPER SHREDDER VACUUM
WARNING: Read, understand, and follow all instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating.
Always wear the safety glasses provided with this machine during operation or while performing any adjustments or repairs. Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes.
Gas And Oil Fill-Up
Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your chipper shredder vacuum. Read instructions carefully.
WARNING: Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition.
Starting Engine
•Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain the metal cap on the end of the spark plug is fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark plug.
•Make certain drive clutch control is in the disengaged (released) position.
•Engines with choke lever:
Move choke lever on engine to CHOKE position. (A warm engine may not require choking).
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•Engines with primer:
Prime engine as instructed in separate engine manual.
•The throttle control lever is located on the engine. Move engine throttle control lever to FAST or START position.
•Place one foot on the left rear wheel to prevent the unit from skidding while starting.
•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 noise will be heard when at the start of the compression cycle. This noise should be expected until the impeller reaches full speed.
•Pull rope with a rapid, continuous, full arm stroke. Keep a firm grip on starter handle. Let rope rewind slowly.
•Repeat the previous steps until engine fires. When engine starts, move choke control (if equipped) gradually to RUN position.
WARNING: Keep bystanders, helpers, pets, and children at least 75 feet from the machine before starting and while operating. Do not operate this machine unless the discharge chute and bag have been properly installed and secured to the machine.
To Empty Bag
The bag is designed to be emptied without being removed from unit. Open the large zipper in the rear of the bag to empty the contents. If bag is removed for any reason, follow the instructions for attaching the bag in the ASSEMBLY section. Be certain the zipper is closed completely when operating the unit.
To Engage Drive
To engage the wheel drive, hold the drive clutch control against the upper handle. Releasing the drive clutch control stops the rear wheels from driving. Release the drive clutch control to slow down when negotiating an obstacle, making a turn, or stopping. Engage control slowly to prevent the front wheels from lifting up.
Using the Chipper Shredder Vacuum
Place both hands on top of upper handle to push unit over yard waste. Yard waste such as leaves and pine needles can be vacuumed up through the nozzle for shredding. After material has been shredded by the blades on the impeller assembly, it will be discharged into catcher bag. Do not attempt to shred or chip any material other than vegetation found in a normal yard (i.e. branches, leaves, twigs, etc.) Avoid fibrous plants such as tomato vines until they are thoroughly dried out. Materials such as stalks or heavy branches up to 2” in diameter may be fed into the chipper chute.
See Figure 6.
WARNING: Do not attempt to shred, chip, or vacuum any material larger than specified on the machine or in this manual. Personal injury or damage to the machine could result.
Figure 6
IMPORTANT: The flail screen is located inside the housing in the discharge area. If the flail screen becomes clogged, remove and clean as instructed in MAINTAINING YOUR CHIPPER SHREDDER VACUUM. For best performance, it is also important to keep the chipper blade sharp.
Tire Pressure (Pneumatic Tires Only)
WARNING: Maximum tire pressure under any circumstance is 30 psi. Equal tire pressure should be maintained at all times.
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