Echo 7812086 Owners Manual v.4
12 INCH
MADE WITH PRIDE IN THE...
CHIPPER
7812086 - 86 HP
owNER's maNual
PN: 18130-00 R060107
Companion to 18131-00
Before You Begin
DEAR ECHO BEAR CAT CUSTOMER
Thank you for purchasing a ECHO Bear Cat product. The ECHO Bear Cat line is designed, tested, and manufactured
to give years of dependable performance. To keep your machine operating at peak efciency, 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 ECHO Bear Cat Dealer.
This document is based on information available at the time of its publication. ECHO Bear Cat is continually making
improvements 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, contact your authorized ECHO
Bear Cat dealer or the factory. For parts, contact your
authorized ECHO Bear Cat dealer. Your dealer will need to
know the serial number or VIN of your machine to provide
the most efcient service. See below for information on
how to identify and record the identication number for
your machine.
If you need engine service or parts:
For engine service or parts, contact your local authorized
engine dealer. An authorized engine dealer can handle
all parts, repairs, and warranty service for the engine.
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER LOCATION
Your machine will have either a serial number or vehicle
identication number (VIN). VINs are located on the left
side of the trailer frame near the hitch. They are 17-digit
numbers of the format: 5VJAA001XXWXXXXX. Serial
numbers are located on the machine body. They are 6digit numbers.
Record your identication number in the space provided
and on the warranty registration card.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Only genuine ECHO 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 ECHO Bear Cat dealer.
Provide the following when ordering parts:
The SERIAL NUMBER OR VIN of your machine.
The PART NUMBER of the part.
The PART DESCRIPTION.
The QUANTITY needed.
SERIAL NUMBER OR VIN
HOW TO C O N TAC T E C H O B E A R C AT
ADDRESS PHONE E-MAIL HOURS
237 NW 12th Street
P.O. Box 849
West Fargo, ND 58078
© 2006, CRARY INDUSTRIES, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. PRODUCED AND PRINTED IN THE U.S.A.
800-247-7335
701-282-5520
FAX: 701-282-9522
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.
1.
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.
3.
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.
5.
This warranty does not cover damage due to unauthorized modifications of the product.
6.
Engines are warranted by the respective engine manufacturer and are not covered by this warranty.
7.
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........................................................................1
1.1 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL ..................................................1
1.2 EMISSION INFORMATION .................................................1
1.3 BEFORE OpERATINg ........................................................
1.4 OpERATION SAFETY .........................................................
1.5 FEED ROLLER SAFETY.....................................................3
1.6 MAINTENANCE SAFETY ...................................................3
1.7 TOwINg SAFETY ...............................................................3
1.8 BATTERY SAFETY .............................................................3
1.9 STORAgE SAFETY ............................................................3
1.10 SAFETY DECALS ..............................................................4
1.11 SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS ...........................................5
..aSSembly..................................................................6
2.1 ChECk/ADD hYDRAuLIC FLuID ......................................6
2.2 ChECk/ADD MOTOR OIL .................................................6
2.3 ChECk/ADD COOLANT .....................................................7
2.4 FILL ThE FuEL TANk .........................................................7
..featureS.&.ControlS..........................................8
3.1 DESCRIpTION OF FEATuRES ..........................................9
operation..............................................................10
4.1 STARTINg ThE ENgINE ...................................................10
4.2 STOppINg ThE ChIppER ................................................10
4.3 DIRECTINg ThE DISChARgE ChuTE ............................10
4.4 ChIppINg guIDE ..............................................................11
4.5 RAISINg/LOwERINg FEED ROLLER ..............................11
4.6 RAISE/LOwER kNIFE ACCESS COvER ...........................12
4.7 FEED ROLLER SpEED CONTROL ...................................12
4.8 FEED CONTROLLER ........................................................13
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4.9 FEED ROLLER CONTROL BAR ........................................13
ServiCe.&.maintenanCe.....................................14
5.1 SERvICE AND MAINTENANCE SChEDuLE....................14
5.2 whEN TO ShARpEN BLADES .........................................15
5.3 REMOvINg ThE BLADES.................................................15
5.4 ShARpENINg ThE BLADES ............................................15
5.5 INSTALLINg ThE BLADES ...............................................15
5.6 SETTINg BLADE CLEARANCE ........................................16
5.7 REpLACINg ThE DRIvE BELT .........................................17
5.8 REpLACE/CLEAN ThE AIR FILTER ..................................17
5.9 ChANgE hYDRAuLIC OIL FILTER ..................................18
5.10 TRAILER SERvICE TIpS .................................................18
5.11 gREASINg BEARINgS ...................................................18
5.12 ChECk hYDRAuLIC FLuID ............................................20
5.13 ChECk/FILL COOLANT ..................................................20
troubleShootinG...............................................21
SpeCifiCationS......................................................22
7.1 BOLT TORquE ..................................................................22
7.2 kuBOTA ENgINE SAFETY ShuTDOwN
Aux. CIRCuIT ....................................................................23
7.3 kuBOTA ENgINE SChEMATIC ........................................24
7.4 ChIppER SpECIFICATIONS .............................................25
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Safety
1.1...Safety.alert.Symbol
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
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
DanGer
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
1.2...emiSSion.information
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, without an engine spark arrester in continuous effective working order.
The engine on your power equipment, like most outdoor
power equipment, is an
internal combustion engine that burns a hydrocarbon fuel. Therefore,
your power equipment
must be equipped with
a spark arrester mufer 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 specic information
about which regulations apply in your area.
The standard muffler 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.
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1.3...before.operatinG
Read and understand this Owner/Operator's manual.
1.
Be completely familiar with the controls and the proper
use of this equipment.
Familiarize yourself with all of the safety and operating
2.
decals on this equipment and on any of its attachments
or accessories.
keep safety decals clean and legible. Replace missing
3.
or illegible safety decals.
Obtain and wear safety glasses
4.
and use hearing protection at
all times when operating this
machine.
Avoid wearing loose fitted clothing.
5.
Never operate this machine in clothing with drawstrings
that could wrap around or get caught in the machine.
Do not operate this machine if you are under the influ-
6.
ence of alcohol, medications, or substances that can
affect your vision, balance or judgement. You must be
in good health to operate this machine safely.
Do not operate this equipment in the vicinity of bystand-
7.
ers. keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children. It is recommended that
bystanders keep at least 50 feet (15 meters) away
from the area of operation.
Do not allow children to operate this equipment.
8.
use only in daylight or good artificial light.
9.
Do not run this equipment in an enclosed area. Engine
10.
exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas, a deadly poison that is odorless, colorless and tasteless.
Do not operate this equipment in or near buildings,
11.
windows or air conditioners.
Always use an approved fuel container. Do not remove
12.
gas cap or add fuel when engine is running. Add fuel
to a cool engine only.
Do not fill fuel tank indoors. keep open flames, sparks,
13.
smoking materials and other sources of combustion
away from fuel.
keep all guards, deflectors, and shields in good condition.
14.
Before inspecting or servicing any part of this machine,
15.
shut off the machine, disconnect the battery, remove
the ignition key and make sure all moving parts have
come to a complete stop.
Check that all screws, nuts, bolts, and other fasteners
16.
are secured, tightened and in proper working condition
before starting the machine and once every 8 hours of
operation.
Do not transport or move machine while the machine
17.
is operating or running.
1.4...operation.Safety
1.
Always stand clear of discharge area when operating
this machine. keep face and body away from feed
and discharge openings.
2.
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.
3.
Set up your work site so you are not endangering traffic
and the public. Take great care to provide adequate
warnings.
4.
Do not climb on machine when operating. keep proper
balance and footing at all times.
5.
Check cutting chamber to verify it is empty before
starting the machine.
6.
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.
7.
Do not insert branches larger than
12 inches in diameter into chipper or
machine damage may occur.
8.
when feeding material into machine,
do not allow metal, rocks, bottles,
cans or any other foreign material to be fed into the
machine.
9.
Ensure debris does not blow into traffic, parked cars,
or pedestrians.
10.
keep the machine clear of debris.
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:
A.
Inspect for damage.
B.
Replace or repair any damaged parts.
C.
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.
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1.5...feeD.roller.Safety
The feed roller can cause serious injury or death. keep
1.
hands, feet and clothing away from the feed roller and
chipper disk blades.
Never climb onto the feed chute when the unit is op-
2.
erating or running.
Do not overreach. keep proper balance and footing.
3.
Never allow passengers to ride on the feed chute.
4.
5.
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
6.
the feed roller in the raised position using the snap pin
located on the roller slide.
1.6...maintenanCe.Safety
Before inspecting, servicing, storing, or changing an
1.
accessory, 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. Re-
2.
fer to the parts manual for part numbers when ordering
safety decals from your area dealer.
1.7...toWinG.Safety
Rotate the discharge tube to face the opposite direc-
1.
tion of the towing vehicle before towing.
Connect hitch safety chains. Tighten and secure trailer
2.
hitch bolts.
Do not exceed maximum towing speed indicated on
3.
tire sidewall. Inflate tires to manufacturers specifications as stated on the tire sidewall.
Optimum towing performance can be achieved by
4.
maintaining a horizontal trailer hitch.
Check wheel lug bolts periodically to ensure they are
5.
tight and secure.
Make sure the jack stand is in the up position during
6.
towing.
Never allow passengers to ride on the chipper.
7.
If applicable, shut off fuel supply when towing.
8.
1.8...battery.Safety
1.
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.
2.
poison/Danger - Causes Severe Burns. The battery
contains 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
minutes. get prompt medical attention.
3.
The battery produces explosive gases. keep sparks,
flame or cigarettes away. ventilate area when charging battery. Always wear safety goggles when working
near battery.
4.
The battery contains toxic materials. Do not damage
battery case. If case is broken or damaged, avoid
contact with battery contents.
5.
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.
6.
Do not short circuit battery. Severe fumes and fire
can result.
7.
Before working with electrical wires or components,
disconnect battery ground (negative) cable first. Disconnect positive cable second. Reverse this order
when reconnecting battery cables.
1.9..StoraGe.Safety
Allow machine to cool before storing in an enclosure.
1.
Store the machine out of reach of children and where
2.
fuel vapors will not reach an open flame or spark.
Never store this machine with fuel in the fuel tank
3.
inside a 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.
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SAFETY
1.10..Safety.DeCalS
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. Refer to the parts catalog if you
need a replacement decal. Decals that need replacement must be applied to their original locations.
pn.12173
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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.12175
2
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.13711-00
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READ AND uNDERSTAND ThIS
OwNER/OpERATORS MANuAL.
BE COMpLETELY FAMILIAR
wITh ThE CONTROLS AND ThE
pROpER uSE OF ThIS
EquIpMENT.
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pn.14049-00
pn.16558
pn.17837
pn.17846
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5
6
pn.12010
pn.12737
pn.14369-00
11
pn.18261-00
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1.11..Safety.DeCal.loCationS
The numbers below correspond to the decals in Section 1.10. Familiarize yourself with all of the safety and operational
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. Refer to the parts catalog if you need a replacement decal. Decals that need replacement
must be applied to their original locations.
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Oil Filler
Cap
Oil Level
Dipstick
assembly
Section
2.1.CheCk/aDD.hyDrauliC.fluiD 2.2..CheCk/aDD.motor.oil.
hydraulic fluid drives the feed roller. The machine was
shipped with fluid, since it was tested at the factory. however,
check the fluid levels before initial operation and add if
necessary. To check the level, locate the hydraulic fluid tank,
which is next to the knife access cover (see below).
The hydraulic pump requires premium hydraulic fluids
containing high quality rust, oxidation, and foam inhibitors.
These include:
premium turbine oils,
ApI CD engine oils per SAE J183,
M2C33F or g automatic transmission fluids meeting
Allison C-3 or Caterpillar TO-2,
and certain specialty agricultural tractor fluids.
Check the oil level and, if needed, fill the engine crankcase
with the type and amount of oil specified in the engine
owners manual. There are two oil filler caps (see below).
Either can be used to add oil.
Oil Filler Cap
The hydraulic fluid level should be checked before each use
If any bolts or nuts are dropped in the machine, be sure
to remove them before starting the machine.
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DanGer
Other oil filler cap and dipstick
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