4.5 INCH CHIPPER
CH45540 - 540 PTO
ENGLISH ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS
Manual P/N 14783-00
Rev. 010113
Companion to P/N 14784-00
SN Range: D00001 - Current
OWNER'S MANUAL
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 1.888.645.4520.
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 or go to bearcatproducts.com/warranty/warranty-registration/.
FOR MACHINE SERVICE OR PARTS:
For service assistance, contact your nearest authorized
ECHO Bear Cat dealer or the factory. For parts, contact
your authorized dealer. The parts manual for your machine
is available at http://bearcatproducts.com/main/support/
index_html. Your dealer will need to know the identication
number 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.
FOR ENGINE SERVICE OR PARTS:
For engine service or parts, contact your nearest authorized
engine dealer. ECHO Bear Cat does not handle any parts,
repairs or warranties for engines.
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: 5VJAA001XXWXXXXXX. Serial
numbers are located on the machine body. They are
6-digit numbers.
Record your identication number in the space provided
and on the warranty registration card.
ORDERING 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 CONTACT ECHO BEAR CAT
ADDRESS PHONE E-MAIL HOURS
237 NW 12th Street
P.O. Box 849
West Fargo, ND 58078
*Original Instructions
© 2013, CRARY INDUSTRIES, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. PRODUCED AND PRINTED IN THE U.S.A.
1.888.645.4520
701.282.5520
FAX: 701.282.9522
sales@bearcatproducts.com
service@bearcatproducts.com
Monday - Friday,
8 am to 5 pm
Central Time
LIMITED WARRANTY
This warranty applies to all ECHO Bear Cat Outdoor Power Equipment manufactured by Crary Industries Inc.
Crary Industries warrants to the original owner each new ECHO Bear Cat product to be free from defects in
material and workmanship, under normal use and service. The warranty shall extend, from date of purchase,
3 years (U.S. and Canada only (2 years outside U.S. and Canada)) for Consumer use of the product, 1 year
for Commercial applications and 6 months for Rental applications.
“Consumer” defined as: complete unit for personal, residential or non-income producing use.
“Commercial” defined as: complete unit for commercial, institutional, property management, agricultural,
horticultural or income producing use.
“Rental” defined as: complete unit for rental purposes to produce income.
*Models SC2170, SC2206 & SC3206 are classified as Consumer grade products and will not qualify for
warranty coverage if used for Commercial or Rental purposes.
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 ECHO
Bear Cat 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 an authorized ECHO Bear Cat 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.
ENGLISH
1. This warranty applies only to parts or components that are defective in material or workmanship.
2. This warranty does not cover normal wear items including, but not limited to: bearings, belts, pulleys,
filters, chipper blades, shredder flails or knives.
3. This warranty does not cover normal maintenance, service or adjustments.
4. This warranty does not cover depreciation or damage due to misuse, negligence, accident or improper
maintenance.
5. This warranty does not cover damage due to improper setup, installation or adjustment.
6. This warranty does not cover damage due to unauthorized modifications of the product.
7. 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 an ECHO Bear Cat 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.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
DESCRIPTION PAGE
SAFETY ...............................................................................................................................1
1.1 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL ............................................................................................. 1
1.2 BEFORE OPERATING ..................................................................................................1
1.3 OPERATION SAFETY ................................................................................................... 2
1.4 PTO SAFETY .................................................................................................................2
1.5 MAINTENANCE/STORAGE SAFETY ...........................................................................2
1.6 SAFETY DECALS .......................................................................................................... 3
1.9 SAFETY DECALS ........................................................................................................... 3
1.7 SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS .......................................................................................4
ASSEMBLY ..........................................................................................................................5
2.1 DISCHARGE CAP ASSEMBLY .....................................................................................5
2.2 CHUTE ASSEMBLY ....................................................................................................... 5
2.3 ATTACH CHIPPER CHUTE EXTENSION (CE COMPLIANT MODELS)....................... 5
2.4 PTO DRIVELINE CONNECTION ..................................................................................6
FEATURES & CONTROLS ..................................................................................................7
OPERATION ........................................................................................................................8
4.1 STARTING PTO CHIPPER ............................................................................................ 8
4.2 STOPPING PTO CHIPPER ...........................................................................................8
4.3 OPERATING THE CHIPPER ......................................................................................... 8
SERVICE & MAINTENANCE ...............................................................................................9
5.1 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........................................................................................ 9
5.2 INSTALLING THE DISK LOCK .................................................................................... 10
5.3 CHIPPER BLADE MAINTENANCE ............................................................................. 10
5.4 REMOVING THE BLADES .......................................................................................... 10
5.5 SHARPENING THE BLADES ...................................................................................... 11
5.6 INSTALLING THE BLADES ......................................................................................... 11
5.7 SETTTING THE BLADE CLEARANCE ....................................................................... 11
5.8 DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT .......................................................................................12
5.9 DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT .................................................................................... 12
5.9 DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT (CONT.) ....................................................................... 13
5.10 REPLACING THE ROTOR BEARINGS ....................................................................13
5.10 REPLACING THE ROTOR BEARINGS (CONT.) ......................................................14
5.11 CLEARING A PLUGGED DISK ..................................................................................14
5.12 LUBRICATION ...........................................................................................................15
TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................................................................................16
SPECIFICATIONS ..............................................................................................................18
BOLT TORQUE ...................................................................................................................19
OPTIONS ...........................................................................................................................20
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Section
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 a potentially hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if
not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
1.2 BEFORE OPERATING
1. Read and understand this owner’s manual. Be
completely familiar with the controls and the proper
use of this equipment.
2. Familiarize yourself with all of the safety and operating
decals on this equipment and on any of its attachments
or accessories.
3. Keep safety decals clean and legible. Replace missing
or illegible safety decals.
4. Obtain and wear safety glasses
and use hearing protection at
all times when operating this
machine.
5. Avoid wearing loose fitted
clothing. Never operate this
machine while wearing clothing
with drawstrings that could wrap
around or get caught in the machine.
6. Do not operate this machine if you are under the
influence of alcohol, medications, or substances that
can affect your vision, balance or judgement. Do not
operate if tired or ill. You must be in good health to
operate this machine safely.
7. Do not operate this equipment in the vicinity of
bystanders. 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.
8. Do not allow children to operate this equipment.
9. Use only in daylight or good artificial light.
10. Do not operate machine without shields in place.
Failure to do so may cause serious injury or death.
11. Keep all guards, deflectors, and shields in good working
condition.
12. Before inspecting or servicing any part of this machine,
shut off the machine and make sure all moving parts
have come to a complete stop.
13. Check that all screws, nuts, bolts, and other fasteners
are secured, tightened and in proper working condition
before starting the machine.
14. Do not transport or move machine while it is operating
or running.
ENGLISH
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1.3 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 after being disengaged.
Shut off the machine and make sure all moving parts
have come to a complete stop before inspecting or
servicing any part of the machine.
1.4 PTO SAFETY
1. Read and follow instructions on PTO safety decals.
2. Stay alert and pay attention when PTO is operating.
3. Keep bystanders, especially children, away from PTO
driveline.
4. Check the driveline to ensure it is attached securely
to the power supply.
5. Keep guards and
shields in place at all
times while operating.
Disengage PTO, shut
off power source, and
make sure all moving
parts have come to a
complete stop before
removing guards or
shields.
6. Clothing worn by operator must be fairly tight. Never
wear loose fitted jackets, shirts, or pants when working
around the PTO. Tie long hair back or put under a
cap.
7. Do not insert branches with a diameter larger than
the max chipper capacity into machine 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 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. If the machine becomes clogged, the cutting mechanism
strikes any foreign object, or the machine starts
vibrating or making an unusual noise, shut off machine
immediately and make sure all moving parts have
come to a complete stop. After the machine stops: A)
Inspect for damage, B) Replace or repair any damaged
parts, and C) Check for and tighten any loose parts.
13. 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.
7. Keep hydraulic hoses, electric cords, chains and other
items from contacting the driveline.
8. Proper recommended PTO operating speed is 540
+/- 10 RPM.
9. Before inspecting or servicing the PTO drive area,
disengage the driveline, shut off power source, remove
ignition key, and make sure all moving parts have come
to a complete stop.
10. Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from all PTO
drive parts.
11. Do not clean, lubricate or adjust the PTO shaft when
it is running.
1.5 MAINTENANCE/STORAGE SAFETY
1. Before inspecting, servicing, storing, or changing
an accessory, shut off the machine and make sure
all moving parts have come to a complete stop.
Disconnect the battery and remove the ignition key
where applicable.
2. Replace any missing or unreadable safety decals.
Refer to the safety decal section for part numbers.
3. Allow machine to cool before storing in an enclosure.
4. Store the machine out of reach of children.
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1.6 SAFETY DECALS
1.9 SAFETY DECALS
See Section 1.7 for decal locations. Familiarize yourself with all of the safety and operating decals on the machine
and the associated hazards. See the engine owner’s 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. Decals that need replacement must be applied to their original locations.
PN 12168
PN 12168
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CONTACT WITH ROTATING
DRIVELINE CAN CAUSE
DEATH. DO NOT OPERATE
WITHOUT ALL DRIVELINE,
TRACTOR AND EQUIPMENT
SHIELDS IN PLACE. ENSURE
THE DRIVELINE IS SECURELY
ATTACHED AT BOTH ENDS
AND DRIVELINE SHIELDS
THAT TURN FREELY ON THE DRIVELINE ARE IN PLACE.
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.
3
READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS
OWNER/OPERATORS MANUAL. BE
COMPLETELY FAMILIAR WITH THE
CONTROLS AND THE PROPER USE
OF THIS EQUIPMENT
OBTAIN AND WEAR SAFETY GLASSES
AND USE HEARING PROTECTION AT
ALL TIMES WHEN OPERATING THIS
MACHINE.
PN 12169
PN 12169
P/N 12172
PN 12172
PN 12174
PN 12174
5
DO NOT OPERATE MACHINE WITHOUT
SHIELDS IN PLACE. FAILURE TO DO
SO MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR
DEATH.
PN 12174
P/N 12175
PN 12175
6
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.
P/N 12250
PN 12250
7
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. REFER
TO OWNERS MANUAL FOR INSTRUCTIONS. FAILURE TO DO SO
MAY CAUSE POOR PERFORMANCE, DAMAGE OR PERSONAL
INJURY AND WILL VOID THE MACHINE WARRANTY.
ENGLISH
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 12173
PN 12173
4
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.
8
READ AND UNDERSTAND YOUR OWNERS MANUAL
BEFORE OPERATING. IF OWNERS MANUAL WAS NOT
INCLUDED OR YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL
800.247.7335 OR 701.282.5520 (U.S.A.)
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PN 14942-00
PN 14942-00
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SAFETY
1.7 SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS
The numbers below correspond to the decals in Section 1.6. Familiarize yourself with all of the safety and operational
decals on the machine and the associated hazards. See the engine owner’s manual or contact the engine manufacturer
for engine safety instructions and decals. Make certain that all safety and operating decals on this machine are kept
clean and in good condition. Decals that need replacement must be applied to their original locations.
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