Echo CH5540 Owners Manual v.2

5 INCH PTO CHIPPER

CH5540 - PTO

ENGLISH ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS

Manual PN 31588-00

Rev. 010113

Companion to PN 31589-00

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 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 1.888.645.4520.

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. Your dealer will need to know the
serial number 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.

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

identication 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

6-digit numbers.

Record your identication 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.

888.645.4520

701.282.5520

FAX: [phone]

[e-mail]

[e-mail]

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,
lters, chipper blades, shredder ails 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 modications 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.

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 DECAL LOCATIONS ...............................................................................3

1.7 SAFETY DECALS ..................................................................................................4

ASSEMBLY ........................................................................................................... 5

2.1 ATTACH CHIPPER CHUTE ...................................................................................5

2.2 ATTACH DISCHARGE TUBE .................................................................................6

2.3 CONNECT PTO DRIVELINE .................................................................................7

FEATURES & CONTROLS ................................................................................... 8

OPERATION ......................................................................................................... 9

4.1 STARTING .............................................................................................................9

4.2 STOPPING .............................................................................................................9

4.3 OPERATING THE CHIPPER ...............................................................................10

SERVICE & MAINTENANCE .............................................................................. 11

5.1 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE...............................................................................11

5.2 CHIPPER BLADE MAINTENANCE .....................................................................12

5.3 REMOVING THE BLADES ..................................................................................12

5.4 SHARPENING THE BLADES ..............................................................................12

5.5 SETTING THE BLADE CLEARANCE ..................................................................13

5.6 ADJUSTING/REPLACING DRIVE BELT ..............................................................13

5.7 REPLACING ROTOR BEARINGS .......................................................................14

5.8 CLEARING A PLUGGED ROTOR .......................................................................14

5.9 LUBRICATION .....................................................................................................14

5.10 PTO LUBRICATION ...........................................................................................15

TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................................ 16

SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................... 17

BOLT TORQUE ...........................................................................................................18

OPTIONS ............................................................................................................ 19

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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 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. Disconnect the battery
and remove the ignition key where applicable.

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.

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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. Disconnect the
battery and remove the ignition key if applicable.

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.

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. 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 DECAL LOCATIONS

The numbers below correspond to the decals in Section 1.7. 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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ENGLISH

* Decal 5, #12174, is located on the drive belt shield underneath

the belt guard

8

2

4

3

7

1

5

*

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1.7 SAFETY DECALS

See Section 1.6 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.

1

KEEP HANDS, FEET AND BODY
AWAY FROM DRIVELINE WHILE
MACHINE IS OPERATING TO
AVOID ENTANGLEMENT. OPER­ATE MACHINE AT 540 RPM.

2

KEEP HANDS AND FEET OUT OF INLET AND
DISCHARGE OPENINGS WHILE MACHINE
IS OPERATING TO AVOID SERIOUS PER­SONAL INJURY. 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. 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.

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.

5

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

PN 12168

PN 12169

PN 12172

PN 12173

PN 12174

PN 12174

PN 12174

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

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.

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READ AND UNDERSTAND YOU 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.)

9

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. ROTATE THE DISCHARGE TUBE
OVER THE HITCH BEFORE TOWING AND LOCK SECURELY
IN PLACE.

PN 12175

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PN 12250

PN 14942-00

PN 32109-00

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