DR 18 HP User Manual

DR CHIPPER

Operating & Assembly Instruction Manual

Model: 18.0 HP C182-CHP

This manual contains information concerning proper and improper
operating procedures, warnings, maintenance, troubleshooting,
assembly, and tips. Everyone who operates this machine should
read these instructions and be thoroughly familiar with them.

P/N 913-0057

09/18/01

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SECTION I - SAFETY

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 your chipper. Failure
to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this
symbol - heed its warning.

THIS MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF INFLICTING SERIOUS INJURY IF

OPERATED IMPROPERLY -- READ WARNINGS & CAUTION LABELS.

INTENDED USE

Never use your chipper for any other purpose than chipping limbs It is designed for this use and any other

use many cause serious injury.

DANGER: Rotating cutting blade.

Keep hands and feet out of inlet and discharge opening while machine is running.

DANGER: This machine can CRUSH, GRIND, CUT, and SEVER parts of your body if

they enter the inlet or discharge area of your chipper.

DANGER: Your chipper 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. If you violate any of these rules, you may
cause serious injury to yourself or others.

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WARNING: The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state of

California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

GENERAL OPERATION

• Read this owner’s manual carefully in its entirety

before attempting to assemble this machine.
Read, understand, and follow all instructions on
the machine 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 is a powerful tool, not a plaything.

Therefore, exercise extreme caution at all times.
Your unit has been designed to chip. Do not use
it for any other purpose.

• Never allow children under the age 16 to operate

the unit. Children 16 years or older should only
operate the unit under close parental supervision.
Only responsible individuals who are familiar with
these rules of safe operation should be allowed
to use your unit.

• 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.
Be sure your glasses fit properly.

• Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close

fitting slacks and shirt. Shirt and slacks that
cover the arms and legs and steel-toed shoes
are recommended. Secure hair above shoulders
and do not wear loose clothes or jewelry that can
be caught in moving parts. Never operate a unit
in bare feet, sandals or sneakers. Wear gloves
when feeding material into the chipper chute. Be
sure your gloves fit properly and do not have
loose cuffs or drawstrings.

• Do not operate while under the use of alcohol,

drugs, or medication. A clear mind is essential
for safety.

• Do not allow anyone who is not alert to operate

this machine.

• The machine should only be operated on a level

surface. Never operate your unit on a slippery,
wet, muddy, or icy surface.

• 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.
Keep work area clean and clear of branches or
obstacles which could cause you to stumble or
fall.

• Never place your hands, feet, or any part of your

body in the chipper chute, discharge or near any
moving part while the engine is running. Keep
clear of the discharge opening at all times. If it
becomes necessary to push material into the

chipper chute, use a small diameter stick, NOT
YOUR HANDS.

• Keep your face and body back from chipper

chute to avoid accidental bounce back of any
material.

• Do not attempt to chip material larger than

specified in the manual. Personal injury or
damage to the machine could result.

• If it is necessary for any reason to unclog the

feed intake or discharge openings or to inspect or
repair the machine where a moving part can
come in contact with your body or clothing, stop
the machine and allow it to cool. Disconnect the
spark plug before attempting to unclog, inspect or
repair.

• When feeding material into this equipment, be

extremely careful that pieces of metal, rocks, or
other foreign objects are not included. Personal
injury or damage to the machine could result.

• 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
kick-back from the chipper chute.

• If the cutting mechanism strikes a foreign object

or if your machine should start making an
unusual noise or vibration, immediately stop the
engine and allow the machine to come to a
complete stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire

and move it away from the spark plug.
Take 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.

• Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a

severe burn. Do not touch.

• Do not allow any part of the engine, especially

around the cooling fans and muffler, to become

clogged with leaves, oil, grease or any other

combustible material.

• 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.

• Keep all other guards and safety devices in place

and operating properly.

• Do not use the unit with the chipper hopper

removed.

• Only use accessories approved for this machine

by the manufacturer. Read, understand, and

follow all the instructions provided with the

approved accessory.

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• Only operate unit in good daylight. Do not

operate unit at night or in dark areas where your
vision may be impaired.

CHILDREN

• Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of small children.

• 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.

REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE SAFETY

• 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. 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, space heater, clothes dryer
or furnace.

• To reduce fire hazard, keep engine and muffler

free of debris build-up. Clean up fuel and oil
spillage. Allow unit to cool at least five minutes
before storing.

• Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make

certain the flywheel and all moving parts have
stopped. Disconnect both
keep them away from the spark plugs to prevent
accidental starting. Do not use flammable
solutions to clean air filter.

• Check the blade and engine mounting screws at

frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also
visually inspect blade for wear or damage.
Replace the blades with parts which meet
original equipment specifications.

spark plug wires and

• If situations occur which are not covered by this

manual, use care and good judgment. Contact

your dealer for assistance.

• Knives should be checked for sharpness and the

nuts and bolts attaching them to the flywheel for

tightness every 8-10 hours of operation.

• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their

proper operation regularly.

• Never run this machine in an enclosed area as

the exhaust from the engine contains carbon

monoxide, which is an odorless, tasteless, and

deadly poisonous gas.

• Never operate your chipper in poor mechanical

condition or when in need of repair. Periodically

check and keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight

to be sure the equipment is in safe working

condition. Be sure all safety guards and shields

are in proper position. These safety devices are

for your protection.

• Inspect the belt each time you use the unit. Look

for damage, worn areas or tears. Do not use the

unit if this condition exists.

• If your machine strikes any foreign object or

starts making an unusual noise or vibration,

immediately shut off engine, disconnect spark

plug wire from spark plug, and allow all moving

parts to come to a complete stop. Inspect for

damage and repair and or replace damaged

parts. Check for and tighten any loose parts.

• Do not tamper with the engine’s governor setting.

The governor controls the maximum safe

operation speed and protects the engine. Over-

speeding the engine is dangerous and will cause

damage to the engine and to the other moving

parts of the machine. See your authorized dealer

for engine governor adjustments.

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE, ALWAYS CHECK OIL LEVEL!

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• Only operate your chipper from the operator zone.

• Know how to turn your unit off.

• Never move your chipper or leave it unattended with the engine running.

• Follow engine owner’s manual for engine maintenance and repair.

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
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

HAZARD: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion

engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved
forest-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 Briggs & Stratton servicing
dealer.

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TOWING SAFETY

• Obey all state and local regulations when towing

on public roads and highways.

• Before towing, be certain the chipper is correctly

and securely attached to the towing vehicle and
the safety chains are in place. Leave slack in
chains for turning allowance.

• Don’t allow anyone to sit or ride on your chipper.

They can easily fall off and be seriously injured.

• Never carry any cargo or wood on your chipper.

It may fall off and endanger vehicles following
you.

• Allow for added length for your chipper when

turning, parking, crossing intersections, and in all

driving situations.

• Be

careful when backing up: you can easily jack-

knife your chipper.

• Adjust towing speed for terrain and conditions.

Do not exceed 35 mph when towing. The

chipper should be level when towing, and it will

pull nicely on smooth roads. Because there is no

suspension, it will tend to bounce more on rough

roads. Be extra cautious when towing over

bumpy or rough terrain including railroad

crossings.

SECTION II - ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

PACKAGE CONTENTS

SKID PARTS BOX BOLT BAG

CHIPPER CHIPPER HOPPER 4 EA – 5/16-18 X ¾” CARRIAGE BOLTS

HITCH ARMS STAND 4 EA – 5/16-18 NYLOCK NUT

HITCH ASSEMBLY GLASSES 4 EA – 5/16 USS FLATWASHER

PARTS BOX OWNER’S MANUAL 2 EA – ½-13 X 3” HHCS

ENGINE MANUAL 4 EA – ½-13 X 1 ¼” HHCS
BOLT BAG 2 EA – ½-13 GRIPCO NUT
WIRE HARNESS 1 EA – 3/16 HAIR COTTER PIN
10 EA – CABLE TIES 2 EA – HITCH ARM MOUNTING PLATES
1 EA – ENGINE KEY

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

• 7/16” Wrench or Socket - 2 required

• 1/2” Wrench or Socket - 2 required

• 3/4” Wrench or Socket - 2 required

STEP I – UNPACKING AND CHECKING CONTENTS

1. Remove the all items from the crate.

2. After unpacking the crate, compare the contents with the list above.

3. If any parts are missing, contact Country Home Products at 800-376-9637.

4. Assembly should be done on a clean, level surface.

STEP II – ASSEMBLY

1. Assemble chipper hopper (item #15, pg. 19) to machine using four each 5/16”-18 x 3/4” carriage bolts, 5/16”-18
nylock nuts and 5/16” flatwashers. Put head of bolt inside hopper with threads sticking out. Tighten all
hardware with a ½” wrench.

2. Attach the hitch arms (item #5, pg. 17) to the trailer frame using the two hitch arm mounting plates (item #22,
pg. 17) and four 1/2”-13 x 1-1/4” HHCS from the bolt bag. Do not

3. Attach the trailer hitch assembly (item #6 & #9, pg. 17) to the hitch arms as shown in drawing with two 1/2”-13 x
3” HHCS and two 1/2”-13 gripco nuts from the bolt bag. Tighten all hardware at this.

4. Slide the stand (item #7, pg 17) up through the holes in the hitch assembly and secure with the hair cotter pin
(item #36, pg. 17).

5. Service the engine as per the engine manual.

6. Lubricate both bearings before operating

and after every 8 hours of operation with multi-purpose grease. Also
check the bearing collar set screws regularly to be sure they are tight. If they are loose, reset them with loctite
243, obtainable at any hardware store.

tighten hardware at this time.

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