Echo Bear Cat 70385 User Manual
OWNER
OPERATORS
MANUAL
Crary Company
A Division of TerraMarc Industries
237 12th St. NW • P.O. Box 849
West Fargo, ND 58078-0849
(701)282-5520 • FAX: (701)282-9522
www.bearcatproducts.com
3 Inch Chipper
Shredders
Models
70050 & 70050S
3 Chipper Shredder
w/ 5.5 HP Briggs & Stratton
Intek Engine
70080 & 70080S
3 Chipper Shredder w/ 8 HP
Briggs & Stratton Engine
70085
3 Chipper Shredder w/ 8 HP
Briggs & Stratton Engine &
Electric Start
70180 & 70180S
3
Chipper Shredder w/ 8 HP
Briggs & Stratton Industrial
Commercial Engine
70380 &70380S
3 Chipper Shredder
w/ 8 HP Honda Engine
70385
3 Chipper Shredder w/ 8 HP
Electric Start Honda Engine
70580 & 70580S
3 Towable Chipper
Shredder
www.terramarc.com
Manual P/N 14846-00
Rev. 01/04
Companion to P/N 14849-00
Before you Begin
DEAR BEAR CAT CUSTOMER,
Thank you for purchasing a Crary Bear Cat Chipper Shredder. The Bear Cat Chipper Shredder
is designed, tested, and manufactured to give years of dependable performance. To keep your
Chipper Shredder operating at peak efficiency, 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 the chipper.
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 chipper, please call or write your local factoryauthorized Bear Cat dealer.
PLEASE SEND US YOUR WARRANTY CARD
A warranty card is included in your owner's kit packaged with your chipper shredder. Please
take the time to fill 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.
How to Contact
Bear Cat
A
DDRESS
Crary Bear Cat
237 NW 12th Street
PO Box 849
West Fargo, ND 58078
P
HONE
800-247-7335
701-282-5520
Fax: 701-282-
9522
E
MAIL
opesales@crary.com
service@crary.com
EMISSION INFORMATION
WARNING
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
flammable agricultural crop, 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 gasoline, a hydrocarbon fuel.
Therefore, your power equipment must
be equipped with a spark arrester
muffler in continuous effective working
order. The spark arrester must be
attached to the engine exhaust system
in such a manner that flames or heat
from the system will not ignite
flammable 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
H
OURS
M-F, 8 a.m. to 5
p.m. Central Time
violation of other state and or federal
regulations, laws, ordinances, or
codes. Contact your local fire marshal
or forest service for specific information
about what regulations apply in your
area.
The standard muffler installed on the
Bear Cat engines is not equipped with
a spark arrester. One must be added
before use if this machine is intended
to be used 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.
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION
Always give your authorized Bear Cat dealer the serial number of your Crary Bear Cat Chipper Shredder when ordering
parts, requesting service or any other information. The serial number decal for Model # 70050(S) is located at the rear of the
machine (See Fig. # 2). The serial number decal for Model # 70080(S), 70085, 70180(S), 70380(S) & 70385 is located at the
rear of the machine (See Fig. # 3). The serial number decal for Model # 70580(S) is located at the left, rear of the machine
(See Fig. # 4). Please record the serial number in the space provided below and on the warranty and registration card.
WARNING
T o prevent personal injury or property damage: Shut
YXXXXX
Fig. # 1 Serial number decal
Serial Number ________________________
off engine, disconnect spark plug wire, remove ignition
key, disconnect the PTO driveline from the source
providing power or disconnect the driveline from the
chipper shredder and make sure that all moving parts
have come to a complete stop, before obtaining serial
number, servicing, adjusting or repairing.
Fig. # 2 Serial number decal location (Model
# 70050)
Fig. # 5 Serial number decal location
(Model # 70050S)
Fig. # 3 Serial number decal location (Model
# 70080, 70085, 70180, 70380 & 70385)
Fig. # 6 Serial number decal location
(Model # 70080S, 70180S, 70380S)
Bear Cat Chipper Shredder Operator’s Manual
Fig. # 7 Serial number decal location (Model
Fig. # 4 Serial number decal location (Model
# 70580)
# 70580S)
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Contents
Section Description Page
SAFETY ....................................................................................................................................2
BEFORE OPERA TING ................................................................................................................ 2
OPERA TION SAFETY .................................................................................................................3
TOWING SAFETY (MODEL 70580 & 70580S)............................................................................. 4
BA TTERY SAFETY (MODEL 70385 & 70085) .............................................................................5
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE SAFETY.................................................................................. 5
SAFETY DECAL LOCA TIONS (MODEL 70050) ...........................................................................6
SAFETY DECAL LOCA TIONS (MODEL 70080, 70085, 70180, 70380, 70385) .............................8
SAFETY DECAL LOCA TIONS (MODEL 70580) ......................................................................... 10
SAFETY DECAL LOCA TIONS (70050S) .................................................................................... 12
SAFETY DECAL LOCA TIONS (70080S, 70180S, 70380S) ........................................................ 14
SAFETY DECAL LOCA TIONS (70580S) .................................................................................... 16
ASSEMBLY ..................................................................................................................................18
ASSEMBL Y INSTRUCTIONS INST ALLING THE HANDLE.......................................................... 18
ASSEMBL Y INSTRUCTIONS INST ALLING THE HOPPER......................................................... 19
INST ALLING THE CHIPPER CHUTE EXTENSION .....................................................................20
INST ALLING THE WIDE AND NARROW DISCHARGE ASSEMBL Y..........................................21
INST ALLING THE WHEELS, JACK AND HITCH ........................................................................ 22
ADDING MOTOR OIL TO ENGINE (ALL MODELS) ...................................................................23
INST ALL THE BA TTERY (MODELS 70385 & 70085).................................................................. 23
FEA TURES & CONTROLS ........................................................................................................................ 24
FEA TURES AND CONTROLS IDENTIFICATION (70050(S) - 70385(S))...................................... 24
DESCRIPTION OF OPERA TION ................................................................................................ 24
USE OF CONTROLS................................................................................................................. 25
FEA TURES AND CONTROLS IDENTIFICATION (70580 - 70580S)............................................. 26
DESCRIPTION OF OPERA TION ................................................................................................ 26
USE OF CONTROLS................................................................................................................. 27
OPERATION ..................................................................................................................................28
FILLING THE T ANK ...................................................................................................................28
ST ARTING ELECTRIC MODELS................................................................................................ 29
ST ARTING RECOIL MODELS.................................................................................................... 29
STOPPING THE CHIPPER/SHREDDER ................................................................................... 29
CHIPPING GUIDE...................................................................................................................... 30
SHREDDING GUIDE ................................................................................................................. 30
CHANGING THE DISCHARGE SCREEN................................................................................... 31
CLEARING THE MACHINE OF A PLUGGED ROTOR ............................................................... 31
SERVICE & MAINTENANCE .....................................................................................................................32
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..................................................................................................... 32
SHARPENING CHIPPER BLADES............................................................................................ 33
SETTING CHIPPING BLADE CLEARANCE ............................................................................... 34
GREASING ...............................................................................................................................35
REPLACING THE SHREDDER KNIVES.................................................................................... 36
BEL T GUIDE ADJUSTMENTS ...................................................................................................37
REMOVING ROTOR.................................................................................................................. 38
REPLACING DRIVE BEL TS....................................................................................................... 38
TRAILER SERVICE TIPS........................................................................................................... 38
ADDITIONAL SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE TIPS ..................................................................38
TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................................39
SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................................................................................41
BOL T TORQUE REQUIREMENTS............................................................................................. 44
SPECIAL TORQUE REQUIREMENTS....................................................................................... 45
Bear Cat Chipper Shredder Operator’s ManualII
Chipper Limited Warranty
Crary Bear Cat Chipper Shredders are warranted for two years from date of sale for consumers and 90 days
from the date of sale for commercial or rental operations.
Within the above stated period, Crary Co. will replace any part(s) found to be defective in material and/or
workmanship, after the receipt of the part in our plant. Labor costs to replace these defective parts will be
paid at a Crary established labor rate and time allowed (flat rate) for repair. All transportation charges
incurred in shipping part(s) are the responsibility of the purchaser.
This warranty is void in the case of accidents, failure to perform normal maintenance, or failure to follow
those instructions listed in the service manual. This warranty is also in lieu of all other expressed warranties
and voids any implied warranty as to the merchantability or fitness of the product for a particular purpose
and of any other obligation on the part of Crary Co. Some states do not allow limitations on how long the
implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
This warranty applies only to parts or components which are defective, and does not cover necessary
repair due to normal wear, misuse, accidents, or lack of proper maintenance. This includes, but is not
limited to, belts, pulleys, bearings, shredder knives, and chipper blades. Regular routine maintenance of
the unit to keep it in proper operating condition is the responsibility of the owner.
All warranty repair reimbursable under the Crary Co. warranty must be performed by an authorized Bear
Cat service dealer using Bear Cat approved replacement parts. Repair or attempted repair by anyone other
than an authorized Bear Cat service dealer, or repairs using parts not approved by Bear Cat are not
reimbursable under the Crary Co. warranty. In addition, these unauthorized repair attempts may result in
additional malfunction, the correction of which is not covered by warranty.
Crary Co. is not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages in connection with the use of this
product including any cost or expense or providing substitute equipment or service during periods of
malfunction or non-use.
Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion
may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which
vary from state to state.
Be sure to note the chipper serial number in any correspondence with Crary Co. or any authorized Bear
Cat dealer.
Crary Company
A Division of TerraMarc Industries
237 12th St. NW • P.O. Box 849
West Fargo, ND 58078-0849
(701)282-5520 • FAX: (701)282-9522
www.bearcatproducts.com
www.terramarc.com
Bear Cat Chipper Shredder Operator’s Manual
III
NOTES
Models
70050/70050S - 3 Chipper Shredder w/ 5.5 HP Briggs & Stratton Intek Engine
70080/70080S - 3 Chipper Shredder w/ 8 HP Briggs & Stratton Engine
70085 - 3 Chipper Shredder w/ 8 HP Briggs & Stratton Engine & Electric Start
70180 /70180S - 3 Chipper Shredder w/ 8 HP Briggs & Stratton Industrial Engine
70380/70380S - 3 Chipper Shredder w/ 8 HP Honda Engine
70385 - 3 Chipper Shredder w/ 8 HP Electric Start Honda Engine
70580/70580S - 3 Towable Chipper Shredder w/ 8 HP Honda Engine
MODEL 70050 MODEL 70080
MODEL 70085
MODEL 70180
MODEL 70380
MODEL 70385
MODEL 70050S
MODEL 70080S
MODEL 70180S
MODEL 70380S
MODEL 70580
MODEL 70580S
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Safety
Section
THE SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
The Owner / Operator’s Manual and your machine 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.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in
DANGER
WARNING
death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
BEFORE OPERATING
1. Read this Owner / Operator’s manual and the separate
Engine Owner’s manual carefully before operating this
equipment. Be completely familiar with the controls
and the proper use of this equipment.
2. Before inspecting or servicing any part of the machine,
stop engine, wait for all parts to stop moving, and disconnect spark plug wire.
Be aware that rotating blades slow down gradually after
shutting off the engine.
3. Keep safety decals clean and legible. Replace missing
or illegible safety decals.
4. Familiarize yourself with all of the safety and operating
decals on this equipment and on any of it’s attachments
or accessories.
5. Do not allow children or any person unfamiliar with the
use of the unit to use this machine.
ence of alcohol, medications, or substances that can
affect your vision, balance, and judgement. Do not operate if tired or ill. You must be in good health to operate this machine safely.
7. Do not run this equipment in an enclosed area. Engine
exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas, a deadly poison that is odorless, colorless, and tasteless. Do not
operate this equipment in or near buildings, windows,
or air conditioners.
8. Always use an approved fuel container. Do not remove
gas cap or add fuel when engine is running. Add fuel to
a cool engine only.
9. Do not fill fuel tank indoors. Keep open flames, sparks,
smoking materials, and other sources of combustion
away from fuel.
10. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children. Keep bystanders
at least 50 feet (15
meters) away from the
area of operation
6. Do not operate this machine if you are under the influ-
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BEFORE OPERATING
11. Use only in daylight or good artificial light.
12. Never use without proper guards in place.
13. Wear safety glasses at all
times while operating this
machine. One pair of safety
glasses is provided.
14. Avoid wearing loose fitting
WRONG
OPERATION SAFETY
1. Do not allow hands, or any part of body or clothing,
inside the feeding chamber, discharge chute, or near
any moving parts (see Figure #8).
clothing. Never operate this machine wearing clothing with drawstrings that could wrap around or get
caught in the machine.
15. Check that all screws, nuts, bolts, and other fasteners are properly secured before starting the machine.
Check all screws, nuts, bolts, and other fasteners for
proper tightness to ensure everything is in proper working condition once every 10 hours of operation.
16. Keep all guards, deflectors, and shields in place and
in good working condition.
17. Do not transport or move machine while it runs.
6. Stand clear of the discharge area when operating this
machine.
7. Keep your face and body back from the feed opening.
DANGER
Keep hands, feet and clothing out of inlets and discharge
openings while operating this machine to avoid serious
personal injury.
2. Check the cutting chamber to verify it is empty before
starting the machine.
3. Exclude pieces of metal, rocks, bottles, cans, and other
foreign objects when feeding chipable material into the
machine.
4. Shut off engine immediately if the cutting mechanism
strikes any foreign object or the machine starts making
an unusual noise or vibrating. Allow the machine to stop
completely. After machine stops:
A. Shut off engine
B. Remove spark plug wire.
C. Inspect for damage.
D. Replace or repair any damaged parts.
E. Check for and tighten any loose parts.
8. Do not climb onto chipper shredder feed chutes or frame
when operating. Do not overreach. Keep proper balance
and footing at all times.
9. Keep the engine clear of debris and other accumulations.
WARNING
Material can kickup or shift suddenly and cause serious
injury or death.
• Wear eye, and hearing protection.
• Stand to the side of the feed chute.
• Release and stand away from the material after feed
roller starts pulling material into chipper or shredder.
WRONG
5. 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.
WRONG
Figure #8
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Safety
10. Do not tamper with the engine governor settings on
the machine; the governor controls the maximum safe
operating speed and protects the engine and all moving parts from damage caused by over speed.
11. Set up your chipping site so as to not endanger the
public.
12. Check the bolts correct torque every 10 hours of operation (See torque chart in rear).
13. Shut off engine and allow machine to stop completely
before clearing debris if the machine becomes
clogged.
14. On electric start models, disconnect cables from battery before doing any inspection or service.
TOWING SAFETY (MODEL 70580/70580S)
15. Rotate the discharge tube to face the opposite direc-
WARNING
Failure to maintain proper fastening torque (20 ft. lbs.)
on chipper blade bolts may result in severe damage to
the chipper and / or personal injury.
tion of the towing vehicle before towing. This prevents
the discharge tube from projecting over the trailer wheels
and striking foreign objects.
1. Connect hitch safety chains. Tighten and secure trailer
hitch bolts. Do not attempt to tow the trailer if vehicle is
not equipped with a 2” ball.
2. Maximum towing speed is 45 MPH. Inflate tires to manu-
facturers specs as stated on the tire sidewall. Check
wheel lug bolts periodically to ensure they are tight and
secure.
3. Place the jack stand on the trailer in the UP position to
clear the ground while towing. Place the jack stand on a
level surface and secure it in the DOWN position before
use.
4. Never allow passengers to ride on the chipper chute while
moving the vehicle, whether the chipper is running or not.
5. Shut off fuel supply to engine when towing.
6. Disconnect spark plug wire when towing.
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BATTERY SAFETY (MODEL 70385 & 70085)
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:
• Poison/Danger - Causes Severe Burns. The battery contains sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Keep out of reach of children.
ANTIDOTE-Eye Contact: Flush with water for 15 minutes. 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.
Safety
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.
DANGER / POISON
FLUSH EYES
IMMEDIATELY
SHIEL D EYES
EXPLOSIVE GASES
CAN CAUSE
BLINDNESS OR
INJURY
KEEP OUT O F THE REACH OF CHI LDREN. DO NO T TIP. KEEP VEN T CAPS TIGHT AN D LEVEL.
NO
• SPARKS
• FLAMES
• SMOKING
SULFURIC
ACID
CAN CAUSE
BLINDNESS OR
SEVERE BURNS
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE SAFETY
1. Shut off machine and disconnect the spark plug wire when
this equipment is stopped for service, inspection, storage, or to change an accessory. Disconnect battery.
WITH WATER
GET
MEDICAL
HELP
FAST
• The battery contains toxic materials. Do not damage
battery case. With a broken or damaged case, 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 positive cable second. Reverse this order when reconnecting battery cables.
3. Store the machine out of reach of children and where fuel
vapors will not reach an open flame or spark. Drain the
fuel and dispose of it in a safe manner for storage periods
of three months or more.
NOTE
See engine owners manual or contact the engine manufacturer for
engine safety instructions and decals.
2. Replace any missing or unreadable safety decals. Refer
to the parts manual for part numbers when ordering safety
decals from an area Bear Cat dealer.
4. Allow machine to cool before storing in an enclosure.
5. Never store this machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside
a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark,
or where ignition sources are present such as hot water
and space heaters, furnaces, clothes dryers, stoves, electric motors etc.
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Safety
SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS (MODEL 70050)
Familiarize yourself with all of the safety and operational decals on the machine and the associated hazards. Make certain
that all safety decals and operational decals on this equipment are kept clean and in good condition. The decals are shown
below at reduced sizes. If you need a replacement decal, please refer to the parts catalog. Decals that need replacement
must be applied to their original locations.
2
6
2
1
2
3
4
6
2
5
Fig. #9 70050 decal locations .
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SAFETY DECALS
DESCRIPTION AND PART NUMBER
ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY
1
2 17837 DECAL, BLADE DANGER 4
3 17846 DECAL, OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1
4 14699 DECAL, SHREDDER/CLUTCH 1
5 17999 DECAL, SHREDDER SIZE 1
6 17423 DECAL, SHIELD DANGER 2
12766
DECAL, KEEP BLADES SHARP 1
2
1
Safety
4
3
5
6
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Safety
SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS (MODEL 70080, 70085, 70180, 70380, 70385)
Familiarize yourself with all of the safety and operational decals on the machine and the associated hazards. Make certain
that all safety decals and operational decals on this equipment are kept clean and in good condition. The decals are shown
below at reduced sizes. If you need a replacement decal, please refer to the parts catalog. Decals that need replacement
must be applied to their original locations.
2
2
1
3
4
2
5
6
Fig. #10, 70080-70385 decal locations.
2
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SAFETY DECAL
DESCRIPTION AND PART NUMBER
ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY
1
2 17837 DECAL, BLADE DANGER 4
3 17846 DECAL, OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1
4 14699 DECAL, SHREDDER/CLUTCH 1
5 17999 DECAL, SHREDDER SIZE 1
6 17423 DECAL, SHIELD DANGER 2
12766
DECAL, KEEP BLADES SHARP 1
2
1
Safety
4
3
5
6
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Safety
SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS (MODEL 70580)
Familiarize yourself with all of the safety and operational decals on the machine and the associated hazards. Make certain
that all safety decals and operational decals on this equipment are kept clean and in good condition. The decals are shown
below at reduced sizes. If you need a replacement decal, please refer to the parts catalog. Decals that need replacement
must be applied to their original locations.
2
2
1
4
6
2
3
5
2
Fig. #8, 70580 decal locations.
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