Cub Cadet CSV 260 User Manual
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
CSV 260
CHIPPER-VACUUM
IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
Warning:
covered, 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 368023 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.
This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-
CUB CADET CORP. P.O. BO X 368023 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722
PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO. 770-10053A
(5/99)
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 ATTEMP TING TO O PERATE YOU R CHIPPER -VACUU M. 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: Your chipper-vacuu m was buil t to be ope rated acc ordin g to the rules for safe ope ratio n
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 unit is capable of amputating fingers and hands and
throwing objects. Fai lure to observe the fol lowing safety ins tructions could re sult in serious in jury or
death.
1. GENERAL OPERATION
• Read this operator's manual carefully in its entirety
before attempting to assemble this machine. Read,
understand, and follow all instructions on the
machine and in the manual(s) before operation. Be
completely familiar with the controls and the proper
use of the machine before operating it. Keep this
manual in a safe place for future and regular
reference and for ordering replacement parts.
• Your chipper-vacuum is a powerful tool, not a
plaything. Therefore, exercise extreme caution at
all times. Your unit has been designed to perform
two jobs; to chip and vacuum vegetation found in a
normal yard. Do not us e it for any other purpose.
• Never allow children under 16 to operate the unit.
Children 16 years and older should only operate
under close parental supervision. Only responsible
individuals who are familiar with these rules of safe
operation should be allowed to use your unit.
• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children and pets. Stop the
engine when they are in the vicinity of the unit.
• When feeding material into this equipment, be
extremely careful that pieces of metal, rocks,
bottles, cans or other foreign objects are not
included. Personal injury or damage to the machine
could result.
• Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles,
during operation and while performing an
adjustment or repair, to protect eyes from foreign
objects that may be thrown from the machine.
• Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close
fitting sla cks and shirt. Shirt and slacks that cover
the arms and legs and steel-toed shoes are
recommended. Do not wear loose fitting clothes or
jewelry, and secure hair above shoulder length.
They can be caught in moving parts. Never operate
a unit in bare feet, sandals or sneakers. Wear
gloves when feeding material in the chipper chute.
• Do not operate the unit while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times.
• Never place your hands or any part of your body or
clothing near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of
the discharge opening at all times Never insert
your hands or any part of your body or clothing into
the nozzle, chipper chute or discharge opening as
the rotating impeller can cause serious injury.
• If it is necessary for any reason to unclog the feed
intake or discharge openings or to inspect or repair
any part of the machine where a moving part can
come in contact with your body or clothing, stop the
machine, allow it to cool, disconnect the spark plug
wire from the spark plug and move it away from the
spark plug before attempting to unclog, inspect or
repair.
• Never operate unit without vacuum bag and
discharge chute properly affixed to unit. Large
zippered end of bag must be closed to prevent
objects from being blown out.
• Never operate unit without either the inlet nozzle or
optional hose attachment properly affixed to unit.
These devi ces shield the operat or from accidental
contact with the rotating impeller. Never attempt to
convert the unit from nozzle to hose mode or vice
versa with the engine running.
• Never attempt to remove or empty vacuum bag
when engine is running. Shut the engine off and
wait for the impeller to come to a complete stop
before removing the bag. The impeller continues to
rotate for a few seconds after the engine is shut off.
Never place any part of the body in the impeller
area until you are sure the impeller has stopped
rotating.
• Keep all guards and safety devices in place and
operating properly.
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• Do not allow an accumulation of processed
material to build up in the discharge area as this
will prevent proper discharge and can result in
kickback from the chipper chute.
• Keep your face and body back from chipper chute
to avoid accidental bounce back of any material.
• If the cutting mechanism strikes a foreign object or
if your machine should start making an unusual
noise or vibration, immediately stop the engine,
disconnect the spark plug wire and move the wire
away from the spark plug. Allow the machine to
stop and take the following steps.
• Inspect for damage
• Repair or replace any damaged parts.
• Check for any loose parts and tighten to
assure continued safe operation.
• Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a
burn. Do not touch.
• Do not allow leaves or other debris to build up on
engine’s muffler. The debris could ignite and cause
a fire.
• Do not operate engine if air cleaner or cover over
carburetor air intake is removed, except for
adjustment. Removal of such parts could create a
fire hazard.
2. CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the
presence of small children. Children are often attracted to
the chipping and vacuuming activity. Never assume that
children will remain where you last saw them.
• Keep children out of the work area and under the
watchful eye of a responsible adult other than the
operator.
• Be alert and turn the unit off if a child enters the
area.
• Never allow children under the age of 16 to operate
the chipper-vacuum.
3. SERVICE
• Use extreme care in handling gasoline and other
fuels. They are extremely flammable and the
vapors are explosive.
• Store fuel and oil in approved containers, away
from heat and open flame, and out of the reach of
children.
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.
• Check and add fuel before starting the engine.
Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine
is running. Allow engine to cool at least two
minutes before refueling.
• Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe off any
spilled gasoline before starting the engine as it may
cause a fire or explosion.
• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other
sources of ignition.
• Never refuel unit indoors because flammable
vapors will accumulate in the area.
• Never store the machine or fuel container inside
where there is an open flame or spark such as a
gas hot water heater, clothes dryer or furnace.
• Never run your machine in an enclosed area as the
exhaust from the engine contains carbon
monoxide, which is a odorless, tasteless and
deadly poisonous gas.
• To reduce fire hazard, keep engine and muffler free
of leaves, grass, and other debris build-up. Clean
up fuel and oil spillage. Allow unit to cool at least 5
minutes before storing.
• Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make
certain the impeller and all moving parts have
stopped. Disconnect the s park plug wire and keep
wire away from spark plug to prevent accidental
starting. Do not use flammable solutions to clean
air filter.
• Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their
proper operation regularly.
• After striking a foreign object, immediately stop the
engine, disconnect the spark plug wire from the
spark plug, and thoroughly inspect the unit for any
damage. Repair damage before starting and
operating unit.
• Do not alter or tamper with the engine’s governor
setting. The governor controls the maximum safe
operating speed of the engine. Overspeeding the
engine is dangerous and will cause damage to the
engine and to other moving parts of the machine.
• Check the vacuum bag frequently for wear.
Replace if worn or damaged.
• Keep vacuum bag free of debris when not in use.
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SECTION 2: SAFETY LABELS FOUND ON YOUR UNIT.
WARNING
ROTATING BLADES INSIDE. KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM ALL OPENINGS. DO NOT
REMOVE OR ATTACH NOZZLE OR OPTIONAL HOSE KIT WHEN ENGINE IS RUNNING!
CAUTION
DANGER
ROTATING CUTTING BLADES.
KEEP HANDS AND FEET OUT
OF OPENINGS WHILE MACHINE
IS RUNNING.
S30181
DO NOT OPERATE THIS UNIT WITHOUT
ENTIRE BAG AND DISCHARGE CHUTE
IN PLACE. TURN THE ENGINE OFF AND
ALLOW THE IMPELLER TO COME TO A
COMPLETE STOP BEFORE REMOVING
THE BAG.
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S30131
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SECTION 3: FINDING YOUR MODEL NUMBER
This Operator’s Ma nua l i s an important part of y ou r new ch ipp er -vac uu m. I t wi ll hel p y ou ass emb le, prepare and
maintain your chipper-vacuum. Please read and understand what it says.
Before you prepare y our c hip per -va cu um fo r it s fir s t use, pl ea se l oc ate the m ode l pl ate and c op y th e in for ma tio n
from it in this Operator’ s Manual. The information on the model pl ate is very important if you need help from
your dealer or Customer Support Department.
• Every chipper-vacuum has a model p late. You can locate it by standi ng behind the unit in the operatin g
position and looking down at the frame just below the engine.
• The model plate will look like this.
This is where your model number will be.
XXX-X-XXX-X-XXX XXXXXXXXXXX
This is where your serial number will be.
Copy the model number here:
CUB CADET CORP .
P. O. BOX 368023
CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136
Copy the serial number here:
SECTION 4: CALLING WARRANTY SERVICE
If you are having d ifficult y assembl ing this product o r if yo u have a ny ques tion reg arding t he controls , opera tion
or maintenance of th is chipper-v accum, pleas e call the Cus tomer Deale r Referral Lin e. You can re ach them by
calling:
1-800-528-1009
Before calling your local dealer , make sure that you have your model an d serial numbe rs ready. By havin g the
model and serial num bers ready, you help your local d ealer give you faster servic e. To find your units model
and serial number, see SECTION 3: FINDING YOUR MODEL NUMBER.
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SECTION 5: ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped WITHOUT
GASOLINE or OIL in the engine. After assembly,
see separate engine manual for proper fuel and
engine oil recommendations.
NOTE: To det ermine right and left hand side s of your
chipper-vacuum, stand behind and face the unit.
TO REMOVE CHIPPER-VACUUM FROM
CARTON
1. Remove staples, break glue on top flaps, or cut
2. Remove loose parts if included with unit (i.e.,
3. Cut corner’s and lay carton down flat.
4. Remove packing material.
5. Push down on handle to lift the front of the
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
(1) 3/4" Open End Wrench* (2) 1/2" Wrenches*
(1) Funnel (1) 9/16" Wrench*
(1) Set of Pliers (2) 7/16" Wrenches*
*Adjustable wrenches may be used.
LOOSE PARTS IN CARTON (See Figure 1)
(2) Front Wheels (1) Bag
(2) Hub Caps (1) Shift Knob†
(1) Nozzle (1) Tamper Plug† (Opt.)
(1) Chipper Chute (1) Safety Glasses†
(1) Support Bracket
†Not Shown
ATTACHING THE FRONT WHEELS
1. Tilt unit backward so that it rests on the handle
2. Remove the hex lock nuts and s houlder bolts from
3. Place wave washer on shoulder bolt. Insert
4. Place cupped washer on shoulder bolt (crowned
5. Assemble wheel to outside of wheel bracket.
6. Attach hub caps to wheels by placing in position
ATT ACHING THE NOZZLE (See Figure 3)
1. Remove three wing nuts from the front of the
NOTE: The metal tab on the nozzle must depress the
safety switch on the front of th e chipper-vacuum or the
engine will not start.
2. Set unit in upright position.
Cupped
Side
Nozzle
Support
Bracket
Chipper
Chute
Hex Lock
Nut
Cupped
Washer
Crowned
Side
Bag
Figure 1
Wheel Bracket
Figure 2
Wing Nuts
Figure 3
Hub Caps
Front Wheels
Nozzle
Wave
Washer
Shoulder
Bolt
Hub
Cap
Metal Tab
tape at carton end and peel along top flap to open
carton.
operator’s manual, etc.).
chipper-vacuum, a nd roll unit ou t of carton. Check
carton thoroughly for loose parts.
(place a piece of th e carton under h andle to avoid
scratches). Remove the cardboard packing
material around the wheel brackets.
the front of the wheel brackets. See Figure 2.
shoulder bolt through wh eel, with the head of the
shoulder bolt through the flat side of the wheel.
side of washer goes against the wheel).
Secure hex lock nut. Tighten.
against the inner hub of the wheel. Press firmly
around the center portion of hub cap in a c ircular
motion, similar t o ins talli ng a l id on a round, pla stic
container. The hub caps ar e flexible and will snap
over the wheel hubs.
chipper-vacuum. Plac e nozzle in position ov er the
three studs. Secure with wing nuts just removed.
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Support
Bracket
Discharge
Chute
Chipper
Chute
Drawstring
Upper Handle
Lower
Handle
Figure 4
Hex Nuts
Drive Clutch
Handle
Figure 5
Rib
Hex Bolts, Flat
Washers and Nuts
Hex Nuts
and Cupped
Washers
Hex
Lock
Nuts
“Z”
End
Drive
Clutch Handle
Bag
ATTACHING THE CHIPPER CHUTE AND
SUPPORT BRACKET
1. Remove the two hex bo lts , fl at was hers a nd n uts
which are attached to the support bracket.
2. Attach the support brac ket to the bottom of the
chipper chute loosely using the hardware
removed previous ly. Heads of the hex bo lts and
washers go to the inside of the chipper chute.
3. Remove the two hex lock nuts from the hex bolts
which secure the right side of the upper handle to
the lower handle. Leave bolts and washers in
place.
4. Remove three cupped washers and 5/16" hex
nuts from the weld st uds beside the opening o n
the right side of the chipper-vacuum.
5. Place the chipper ch ute in po siti on over the weld
studs (slot goes at the bottom). Secure with
cupped washers and hex nuts just removed.
Only tighten the three nuts one or two threads
for ease of further assembly.
(See Figure 4)
NOTE: Cupped side of the washer goes against
the chipper chute. See Figure 2 to identify cupped
side of washer.
6. Place the support bracket over the two bolts in
the handle. Pushing UP on the chipper chute will
aid the alignment of the holes in the support
bracket with the bolts in the handle.
7. Tighten all hardware securely on the chipper
chute, support bracket and handle.
ATTACHING THE CLUTCH CABLE
The clutch cable has been p artia lly asse mbled at the
factory. You will have to attach the clutch cable, to
the handle.
1. Loosen the hex nuts at the cable bracket and
back the bottom hex nut all the way down.
2. Holding the drive c lutch handle up, hook the “Z”
end of the cable into the drive cl utc h han dle from
the outside to the inside. See Figure 5. Pliers will
aid in assembly.
CLUTCH CABLE ADJUSTMENT
Adjust the hex nuts at the c able bracket so there is
no slack in the cable, but the cable is NOT tight. Do
not overtighten the cable. See Figure 5.
To check the clutch adjustment, proceed as follows.
1. Push the chipper-v acuum ba ckward and fo rward
with the drive clutch handle released. It should
move freely.
2. If it does not, loosen bot h hex nuts at the cable
bracket. See Figure 5. Turn bottom nut
clockwise to loosen the cable.
3. Engage the drive clutch handle (hold against
upper handle), and try to push chipper-vacuum
backward and forward. The wheels should lock
up.
4. If the wheels do not lock up, loosen both hex
nuts at the cable bracket. Turn bottom nut
counterclockwise to tighten the cable.
5. Recheck adjustment. Tighten both hex nuts
when correct adjustment is reached.
Figure 6
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Straps on
Bag
Shift Knob
Straps on
Bag
ATTAC HING THE BAG
1. Place bag inside of handle assembly. Slip the
opening on the bag over the discharge chute,
making certain it is over the rib on the disc harge
chute. See Figure 6.
2. Place the four straps on the top of the bag over
upper handle, hooking them on studs. See
Figure 7. Be sure the bag go es under the drive
clutch handle.
3. Squeeze the clamp on the drawstring, and pull
the drawstring tight. Release the clamp.
Upper Handle
Figure 7
Handle
Tamper Plug
Chipper
Chute
Figure 8
INSTALLING THE SHIFT KNOB
Thread the shift knob onto the end of the shift lever.
TAMPER PLUG (IF EQUIPPED)
The handle on the tamper plug must be in the
vertical positio n as shown in Figure 8. To determine
which side of the tamper plug is up, match the an gle
of the tamper plu g to the angle of the chipp er chute.
Insert the tamper plug into the chipper chute.
NOTE: Tamper plug should remain in the chipper
chute whenever the chipper chute is not in use.
SECTION 6: OPER ATIO N
BEFORE USING YOUR CHIPPER-VACUUM, REFER TO THE ‘‘SAFETY RULES’ ’ AS SHOWN ON PAGES
2 AND 3 OF THIS MANUAL. ALWAYS BE CAREFUL.
The operation of any c hi ppe r-v ac uum ca n r esu lt i n fo re ign obj ects b e ing th ro wn in to th e ey es ,
which can damage your ey es s ev erel y. Al ways w ea r th e sa fet y glas ses p r ovided wi th t his
unit or eye shields before chipping, or while performing any adjustments or repairs.
We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for over spectacles or standard glasses.
CONTROLS (See Figure 9)
SHIFT LEVER—The shift lever determines ground
speed of your unit. It may be placed in one of eight
positions. Of these eight, six positions are to go
forward, and two positions are to go in reverse.
Forward—one of six speeds. Position number one
(1) is the slowest. Position number six (6) is the
fastest.
Reverse—two reverse (R) speeds. “R” (all the way
to the right) is the faster of the two.
DRIVE CLUTCH HANDLE
Squeezing the drive clutch handle a gainst the upper
handle engages the wheel drive. Release the drive
clutch handle to stop the wheel drive.
Shift Lever
Drive Clutch Handle
Figure 9
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