Echo 74624S Owners Manual v.2

MADE WITH PRIDE IN THE...

6 INCH CHIPPER

74624S - 24 HP HONDA

74628S - 28 HP KUBOTA

OW N E R ' S M A N UAL

Manual P/N 14688-00S

Rev. 12/06

Companion to P/N 14689-00S

Before You Begin

MANUFACTURED BY CRARY INDUSTRIES

MANUFACTURED IN U.S.A.

XXXXXX

WEST FARGO, NORTH DAKOTA 58078 U.S.A. SERIAL NUMBER

DEAR CRARY BEAR CAT CUSTOMER

Thank you for purchasing a Crary Bear Cat product. The Crary Bear Cat line is designed, tested, and manufactured to

give years of dependable performance. To keep your machine operating at peak efciency, it is necessary to adjust it

correctly and make regular inspections. The following pages will assist you in the operation and maintenance of your machine. Please read and understand this manual before operating your machine.

If you have any questions or comments about this manual, please call us toll-free at 1-800-247-7335.

If you have any questions or problems with your machine, please call or write your local authorized Crary Bear Cat Dealer.

This document is based on information available at the time of its publication. Crary Bear Cat is continually making im provements and developing new equipment. In doing so, we reserve the right to make changes or add improvements to our product without obligation for equipment previously sold.

PLEASE SEND US YOUR WARRANTY CARD

A warranty card is included in your owner's kit packaged with your machine. Please take the time to ll in the information requested on the card. When you send your completed card to us, we will register your machine and start your coverage under our limited warranty.

PARTS ORDERING INFORMATION

For service assistance or parts, contact your nearest authorized Crary Bear Cat dealer or the factory. Your nearest authorized dealer will need to know the serial num-

ber of your machine to provide the most efcient service.

See below for information on how to identify and record the serial number for your machine.

If you need engine service or parts:

For engine service or parts, contact your nearest authorized engine dealer. An authorized engine dealer can handle all parts, repairs, and warranty service concerning the engine.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Only genuine Crary Bear Cat replacement parts should be used to repair the machine. Replacement parts manufactured by others could present safety hazards, even

though they may t on this machine. Replacement parts

are available from your Crary Bear Cat dealer.

Provide the following when ordering parts:

The SERIAL NUMBER of your machine.

The PART NUMBER of the part.

The PART DESCRIPTION.

The QUANTITY needed.

SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION

Please record the serial number in the space provided and on the warranty and registration card.

HOW TO C O NTA C T C RA RY BE A R C AT

ADDRESS PHONE E-MAIL HOURS

237 NW 12th Street

P.O. Box 849

West Fargo, ND 58078

800-247-7335 701-282-5520

FAX: 701-282-9522

SERIAL NUMBER

opesales@crary.com

service@crary.com

Monday - Friday,

8 am to 5 pm

Central Time

LIMITED WARRANTY

This warranty applies to all AG and Outdoor Power Equipment manufactured by Crary Industries.

Crary Industries warrants to the original owner each new Crary Industries product to be free from defects in material and workmanship, under normal use and service. The warranty shall extend 1 year from date of delivery for income producing (commercial) applications and 2 years from date of delivery for non-income producing (consumer) use of the product. The product is warranted to the original owner as evidenced by a completed warranty registration on file at Crary Industries. Replacement parts are warranted for (90) days from date of installation.

THE WARRANTY REGISTRATION MUST BE COMPLETED AND RETURNED TO CRARY INDUSTRIES WITHIN 10 DAYS OF DELIVERY OF THE PRODUCT TO THE ORIGINAL OWNER OR THE WARRANTY WILL BE VOID.

In the event of a failure, return the product, at your cost, along with proof of purchase to the selling Crary Industries dealer. Crary Industries will, at its option, repair or replace any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship. Warranty on any repairs will not extend beyond the product warranty. Repair or attempted repair by anyone other than a Crary Industries dealer as well as subsequent failure or damage that may occur as a result of that work will not be paid under this warranty. Crary Industries does not warrant replacement components not manufactured or sold by Crary Industries.

This warranty applies only to parts or components that are defective in material or workmanship.

This warranty does not cover normal wear items including but not limited to bearings, belts, pulleys, filters

2. and chipper knives.

This warranty does not cover normal maintenance, service or adjustments.

This warranty does not cover depreciation or damage due to misuse, negligence, accident or improper

4. maintenance.

This warranty does not cover damage due to improper setup, installation or adjustment.

This warranty does not cover damage due to unauthorized modifications of the product.

Engines are warranted by the respective engine manufacturer and are not covered by this warranty.

Crary Industries is not liable for any property damage, personal injury or death resulting from the unauthorized

modification or alteration of a Crary product or from the owner’s failure to assemble, install, maintain or operate the product in accordance with the provisions of the Owner’s manual.

Crary Industries is not liable for indirect, incidental or consequential damages or injuries including but not

limited to loss of crops, loss of profits, rental of substitute equipment or other commercial loss.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights that may vary from area to area.

Crary Industries makes no warranties, representations or promises, expressed or implied as to the performance of its products other than those set forth in this warranty. Neither the dealer nor any other person has any authority to make any representations, warranties or promises on behalf of Crary Industries or to modify the terms or limitations of this warranty in any way. Crary Industries, at its discretion, may periodically offer limited, written enhancements to this warranty.

CRARY INDUSTRIES RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE THE DESIGN AND/OR SPECIFICATIONS OF ITS PRODUCTS AT ANY TIME WITHOUT OBLIGATION TO PREVIOUS PURCHASERS OF ITS PRODUCTS.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DESCRIPTION PAGE DESCRIPTION PAGE

SAFETY ................................................................................. 3

1.1 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL ........................................................... 3

1.2 EMISSION INFORMATION .........................................................

1.3 BEFORE OPERATION ................................................................

1.4 PREPARATION SAFETY .............................................................

1.5 OPERATION SAFETY .................................................................

1.6 FEED ROLLER SAFETY .............................................................

1.7 MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE SAFETY .................................

1.8 TOWING SAFETY .......................................................................

1.9 BATTERY SAFETY ......................................................................

1.10 SAFETY DECALS ...................................................................... 7

1.10 SAFETY DECALS (CON'T) .......................................................

1.11 SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS ...................................................

ASSEMBLY ............................................................................ 10

2.1 ATTACH TRAILER WHEELS ..................................................... 10

2.2 ATTACH DISCHARGE CHUTE .................................................

2.3 ATTACH TRAILER HITCH ..........................................................

2.4 REAR STABILIZER ......................................................................

2.5 CHECK BATTERY ......................................................................

2.6 CHECKING/ADDING HYDRAULIC FLUID ....................................

2.7 ADDING MOTOR OIL TO ENGINE ............................................11

2.8 CHECK COOLANT (DIESEL ONLY) ..........................................11

FEATURES & CONTROLS .................................................... 12

3.1 DESCRIPTION OF FEATURES ................................................ 13

3.2 DESCRIPTION OF CONTROL PANELS ................................... 13

OPERATION .......................................................................... 14

4.1 FILLING THE TANK ................................................................... 14

4.2 STARTING GASOLINE CHIPPER ............................................. 15

4.3 STARTING DIESEL CHIPPER .................................................. 15

4.4 CHIPPING ...................................................................................16

4.5 DIRECTING THE CHIPPER CHUTE ......................................... 16

4.6 HYDRAULIC FEED CONTROL ................................................. 17

4.7 SAFETY BAR OPERATION .......................................................

4.8 FEED ROLLER BOTTLE JACK ................................................. 18

4.9 STOPPING ............................................................................... 18

SERVICE & MAINTENANCE ................................................. 19

5.1 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE .................................................... 19

5.2 REMOVING CHIPPER BLADES ............................................... 20

5.3 SHARPENING CHIPPER BLADES ........................................... 20

5.4 REPLACING CHIPPER DRIVE BELT .......................................

5.5 HYDRAULIC DRIVE BELT (HONDA ONLY) ................................... 22

5.6 GREASING ................................................................................ 23

5.7 CHIPPER ANVIL ........................................................................ 24

5.8 AIR FILTER (DIESEL SHOWN) ................................................. 24

5.9 COOLANT (DIESEL) ................................................................. 24

5.10 HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR FLUID ........................................... 25

5.11 HYDRAULIC OIL FILTER ......................................................... 25

5.12 TRAILER SERVICE TIPS ........................................................ 25

TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................... 26

SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................. 27

SAFETY

Section

1.1 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL 1.2 EMISSION INFORMATION

WARNING TO ALL CALIFORNIA AND OTHER STATES OPERATING OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT

Under California Law and under the laws of several other states, you are not permitted to operate an internal combustion engine using hydrocarbon fuels on any forest covered, brush covered

or grass covered land or on land covered with grain, hay or other ammable agricultural crops,

The Owner/Operator's manual uses this symbol to alert you of potential hazards. Whenever you see this symbol, read and obey the safety message that follows it. Failure to obey the

safety message could result in personal injury, death or property

damage.

CAUTION

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not

avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoid-

ed, could result in death or serious injury.

an internal combustion engine that burns gasoline (a hydrocarbon fuel). Therefore, your power equipment must be equipped with a spark arrester mufer in continuous effective working order. The spark arrester must be attached to the engine exhaust

system in such a manner that ames or heat from the system will not ignite ammable material.

Failure of the owner/operator of the equipment to comply with this regulation is a misdemeanor under California law and may also be a violation of other state and/or federal regulations, laws,

ordinances, or codes. Contact your local re marshal or forest service for specic information about which regulations apply in

your area.

The standard mufer installed on the engine is not equipped

with a spark arrester. One must be added before using this machine in an area where a spark arrester is required by law. Contact the local authorities if these laws apply to you. See your authorized engine dealer for spark arrester options.

without an engine spark arrester in continuous effective working order.

The engine on your power equipment, like most outdoor power equipment, is

DANGER

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoid-

ed, may result in minor or moderate injury.

SAFETY

1.3 BEFORE OPERATION 1.4 PREPARATION SAFETY

One of the critical moments in job safety, as well as chipper safety,

is setting up your chipping site so you are not endangered by traffic, and the public is not endangered by your work. Great care must be taken to provide adequate warning by way of signs and/or cones, if necessary, to divert vehicle or pedestrian traffic.

A well prepared traffic plan should include parking off the highway

Become familiar with the owner's manual before operating

1. this equipment.

Do not allow children to operate this equipment.

Do not operate this equipment in the vicinity of bystanders.

Carbon monoxide can be extremely dangerous in enclosed

4. areas; do not run the machine in an enclosed area. The exhaust from the engine contains carbon monoxide, which is colorless, odorless and tasteless.

Do not allow hands—or any part of the body or clothing—in-

5. side the feeding chamber, discharge chute, or near any moving and/or rotating part.

Before inspecting or servicing any part of the machine, shut

6. off the power source and make sure all moving and/or rotating parts have come to a complete stop.

Wear safety glasses at all times while operating the ma-

7. chine.

Avoid wearing loose-fitting clothing. Never operate this ma-

8. chine wearing loose clothing, particularly if it has drawstrings which could wrap around or get caught in the machine.

Operate the machine only on a level

9. surface.

Do not operate the machine on a

10. paved, concreate, or hard gravel surface. Operating on a hard surface may cause discharged material to rebound and kickback. It will also cause increased machine vibration. Increased vibration may cause the machine to move and will promote premature wear of parts or loosening of fasteners.

Before starting the machine, visually check that all screws,

11. nuts, bolts and other fasters are properly secured. Once every 10 hours of operation, all screws, nuts, bolts and other fasteners should be checked for proper tightness to insure everything is in proper working condition.

whenever possible. The work area should be coned off as soon as the chipper vehicle stops. Avoid sudden traffic stoppage or lane diversions. Do not allow pedestirans to walk through the work area. Make sure chips or dust do not blow into traffic, parked cars, or pedestrians.

Before starting the machine, make certain that the cutting

1. chamber is empty.

When feeding chipable material into the machine, be ex-

2. tremely careful to exclude pieces of metal, rocks, bottles,

cans and other foreign objects.

If the cutting mechanism strikes any for-

eign object or if the machine should start

making an unusual noise or vibration, immediately shut off the engine or PTO, and allow the machine to stop. After ma chine stops: Inspect for damage, Replace or repair any damaged parts, and Check

for and tighten any loose parts.

Do not allow processed material to build

4. up in the discharge area; this may prevent proper discharge and can result in kickback of material through the feed opening.

Do not allow hands or any other part of

5. the body or clothing inside the feeding chambers, discharge chute, or near any moving part.

Keep all guards and deflectors in place and in good working

6. condition.

Always stand clear of the discharge area when operating

7. this machine.

Keep your face and body back from the feed opening.

Do not over reach. Keep proper balance and footing at all times.

Do not transport or move the machine while it is running.

10.

If the machine becomes clogged, shut off engine. Allow ma

11. chine to come to a complete stop before clearing debris.

Before moving, allow machine to come to a complete stop.

12.

Keep guards and shields in place at all times while operating.

13.

Never clean, lubricate or adjust the chipper while it is running.

14.

Every 10 hours of operation, check the bolts on the following

15. for correct torque (75 ft. lbs.): Hydraulic Feed Roller Bearing, Hydraulic Motor Mounting, Chipper Rotor Bearing, Chipper Blades, and Rotor Paddles.

SAFETY

1.5 OPERATION SAFETY

Always stand clear of discharge area when operating this machine. Keep face and body away from feed and discharge openings.

Keep hands and feet out of feed and discharge openings while machine is operating to avoid serious personal

injury. Stop and allow machine to come

to a complete stop before clearing obstructions.

Set up your work site so you are not endangering traffic and the public. Take great care to provide adequate warnings.

Do not climb on machine when operating. Keep proper balance and footing at all times.

Check cutting chamber to verify it is empty before starting the machine.

The disk will continue to rotate when clutch is disengaged. Shut off the machine, disconnect the battery, remove the ignition key and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop.

Do not insert branches larger than 6 inches in diameter into chipper or machine damage may occur.

When feeding material into machine, do not allow metal, rocks, bottles, cans or any other foreign material to be fed into the machine.

Ensure debris does not blow into traffic, parked cars, or pedestrians.

10.

Keep the machine clear of debris and other accumulations.

11.

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

12.

Shut off machine immediately if the machine becomes

clogged, the cutting mechanism strikes any foreign object,

or the machine starts vibrating or making an unusual noise. Shut off the machine, disconnect the battery, remove the ignition key and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop. After machine stops:

Inspect for damage.

Replace or repair any damaged parts.

Check for and tighten any loose parts.

13.

On electric start models, disconnect cables from battery before doing any inspection or service. Remove key.

14.

Check blade bolts for proper torque after every 8 hours of operation. Check blades and rotate or resharpen daily or as required to keep blades sharp. Failure to do so may cause poor performance,

damage or personal injury and will void

the machine warranty.

6 INCH

1.6 FEED ROLLER SAFETY

The feed roller can cause serious injury or death. Keep

hands, feet and clothing away from the feed roller and chipper disk blades.

Never climb onto the feed chute when the unit is operating

or running.

Do not overreach. Keep proper balance and footing at all

times.

Never allow passengers to ride on the feed chute.

When feeding material into the feed roller:

Wear eye, face and hearing protection.

Release material and stand to side of feed chute.

When inspecting or servicing the feed roller, secure the feed

roller in the raised position using the snap pin located on the roller slide.

1.7 MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE SAFETY

Before inspecting, servicing, storing, or changing an acces-

1. sory, shut off the machine, disconnect the battery, remove the ignition key and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop.

Replace any missing or unreadable safety decals. Refer

2. to the parts manual for part numbers when ordering safety decals from an area Bear Cat dealer.

Allow machine to cool before storing in an enclosure.

Store the machine out of reach of children and where fuel

4. vapors will not reach an open flame or spark.

Never store this machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside a

5. building where fumes may be ignited by an open flame or spark. Ignition sources can be hot water and space heaters, furnaces, clothes dryers, stoves, electric motors, etc.

SAFETY

DANGER / POISON

SHIELD EYES EXPLOSIVE GASES CAN CAUSE BLINDNESS OR INJURY

• SPARKS

• FLAMES

• SMOKING

SULFURIC ACID CAN CAUSE BLINDNESS OR SEVERE BURNS

FLUSH EYES IMMEDIATELY

WITH WATER

GET MEDICAL HELP FAST

KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. DO NOT TIP. KEEP VENT CAPS TIGHT AND LEVEL.

1.8 TOWING SAFETY

Rotate the discharge tube to face the same direction of the

1. towing vehicle before towing.

Insert transport safety pin and clip, and set turntable brake

2. handle to locked position.

Connect hitch safety chains. Tighten and secure trailer hitch

3. bolts. Do not attempt to tow the trailer if the vehicle is not equipped with a 2” ball.

Do not exceed maximum towing speed, indicated on tire

4. sidewall. Inflate tires to manufacturers specifications as stated on the tire sidewall.

Optimum towing performance can be achieved by maintain

5. ing a horizontal trailer hitch.

Check wheel lug bolts periodically to ensure they are tight

6. and secure.

Make sure the jack stand and the rear stabilizer on trailer

7. are in the UP position during towing.

Never allow passengers to ride on the chipper.

If applicable, shut off fuel supply when towing.

1.9 BATTERY SAFETY

Improper use and care of the battery on electric start models

can result in serious personal injury or property damage.

Always observe the following safety precautions.

Poison/Danger - Causes Severe Burns. The battery contains

2. sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Keep out of reach of children.

ANTIDOTE-External Contact: Flush immediately with lots of water.

ANTIDOTE-Internal: Drink large quantities of water or milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten egg or

vegetable oil. Call a physician immediately.

ANTIDOTE-Eye Contact: Flush with water for 15 min utes. Get prompt medical attention.

The battery produces explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame or cigarettes away. Ventilate area when charging battery. Always wear safety goggles when working near battery.

The battery contains toxic materials. Do not damage bat tery case. If case is broken or damaged, avoid contact with battery contents.

Neutralize acid spills with a baking soda and water solution. Properly dispose of a damaged or worn-out battery. Check with local authorities for proper disposal methods.

Do not short circuit battery. Severe fumes and fire can result.

Before working with electrical wires or components, disconnect battery ground (negative) cable first. Disconnect posi tive cable second. Reverse this order when reconnecting battery cables.

SAFETY

1.10 SAFETY DECALS

See Section 1.11 for decal locations. Familiarize yourself with all of the safety and operating decals on the machine and the associated hazards. See the engine owners manual or contact the engine manufacturer for engine safety instructions and decals. Make certain that all safety and operational decals on this machine are kept clean and in good condition. The decals are shown below at reduced sizes. Refer to the parts catalog if you need a replacement decal. Decals that need replacement must be applied to their original locations.

PN 12010

MODEL 74624S ONLY

PN 16085

MODEL 74624S ONLY

PN 12169

MODEL 74628S ONLY

KEEP HANDS AND FEET OUT OF INLET AND DISCHARGE OPENINGS WHILE MACHINE IS OPERATING TO AVOID SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY. STOP AND ALLOW MACHINE TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP BEFORE CLEARING OBSTRUCTIONS.

PN 17846

MODEL 74624S ONLY

PN 12173

DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT IN THE VICINITY OF BYSTANDERS. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT. ALWAYS STAND CLEAR OF DISCHARGE AREA WHEN OPERATING THIS MACHINE. KEEP FACE AND BODY AWAY FROM DISCHARGE AREAS.

PN 12172

MODEL 74628S ONLY

READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS OWNER/OPERATORS MANUAL. BE COMPLETELY FAMILIAR WITH THE CONTROLS AND THE PROPER USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT

OBTAIN AND WEAR SAFETY GLASS ES AND USE HEARING PROTECTION AT ALL TIMES WHEN OPERATING THIS MACHINE.

BEFORE INSPECTING OR SERVICING ANY PART OF THIS MACHINE, SHUT OFF POWER SOURCE, DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE FROM SPARK PLUG AND MAKE SURE ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE COME TO A COMPLETE STOP.

PN 12174

MODEL 74628S ONLY

DO NOT OPERATE MACHINE WITHOUT SHIELDS IN PLACE. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

KEEP HANDS AND FEET OUT OF INLET AND DISCHARGE OPENINGS WHILE MACHINE IS OPERATING TO AVOID SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY. STOP AND ALLOW MACHINE TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP BEFORE CLEARING OBSTRUCTIONS.

PN 12175

SAFETY

DANGER

FLYING DEBRIS FROM DISCHARGE

PN 16558

KEEP CLEAR OF DISCHARGE AT ALL TIMES. POINT DISCHARGE AT AREA FREE OF BYSTANDERS OR ANYTHING THAT COULD BE DAMAGED BY FLYING DEBRIS. DO NOT CLEAN OR ADJUST MACHINE UNLESS ENGINE AND ROTOR HAVE COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT ALL GUARDS IN PLACE.

CAUTION

TO OPERATE AUTO FEED:

TO ACTIVATE THE AUTO FEED SYSTEM. TURN SWITCH TO "ON" POSTITION.

TO ACTIVATE THE MANUAL FEED SYSTEM. TURN SWITCH TO "OFF" POSTITION.

WHEN USING THE AUTO FEED SYSTEM, RUN ENGINE AT FULL SPEED, FEED MATERIAL INTO CHIPPER AND STAND CLEAR. CHIPPER WILL AUTOMATICALLY START AND STOP THE FEED ROLLER.

REFER TO OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTION.

PN 12737

1.10 SAFETY DECALS (CON'T)

PN 12250

MODEL 74628S ONLY

CHECK BLADE BOLTS FOR PROPER TORQUE AFTER EVERY 8 HOURS OF OPERATION. CHECK BLADES AND ROTATE OR RE SHARPEN DAILY OR AS REQUIRED TO KEEP BLADES SHARP. RE FER TO OWNERS MANUAL FOR INSTRUCTIONS. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE POOR PERFOR MANCE, DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY AND WILL VOID THE MA CHINE WARRANTY.

PN 12737

MODEL 74628S ONLY

PN 14302-00

PN 14528-00

PN 13711-00

MODEL 74628S ONLY

READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS OWNER/OPERATORS MANUAL. BE COMPLETELY FAMILIAR WITH THE CONTROLS AND THE PROPER USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT.

PN 14049-00

PN 16558

PN 17423

MODEL 74624S ONLY

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