Echo Bear Cat SC5720B User Manual

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5 INCH CHIPPER/ SHREDDER/BLOWER

SC5720B - SUBARU 720cc

Manual P/N: 76869-00

Rev. 010113

Companion to P/N 77024-00

VIN Range: 5VJAA0019DW003794 - Current

OWNER'S MANUAL

ENGLISH

FRANÇAIS

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 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 your machine.

If you have any questions or comments about this manual, please call us toll-free at 1.888.625.4520.

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

Awarranty card is included in your owner's kit packaged with your machine. 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 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 identification number of your machine to provide the most efficient service. See below for information on how to identify and record the identification number for your machine.

FOR ENGINE SERVICE OR PARTS:

Forengineserviceorparts,contactyournearestauthorized engine dealer. ECHO Bear Cat does not handle any parts, repairs or warranties for engines.

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 fit 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.

IDENTIFICATION NUMBER LOCATION

Your machine will have either a serial number or vehicle identification 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 identification number in the space provided and on the warranty registration card.

SERIAL NUMBER OR VIN

HOW TO CONTACT ECHO BEAR CAT

ADDRESS	PHONE	E-MAIL	HOURS

237 NW 12th Street	888.625.4520	sales@bearcatproducts.com	Monday - Friday,
P.O. Box 849	701.282.5520	sales@bearcatproducts.com	8 am to 5 pm
P.O. Box 849	701.282.5520	service@bearcatproducts.com	8 am to 5 pm
West Fargo, ND 58078	FAX: 701.282.9522	service@bearcatproducts.com	Central Time
West Fargo, ND 58078	FAX: 701.282.9522		Central Time

*Original instruction

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.

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	EMISSION INFORMATION......................................................................................................	1
1.3	BEFORE OPERATING............................................................................................................	2
1.4	OPERATION SAFETY.............................................................................................................	2
1.5	MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE SAFETY.............................................................................	3
1.6	TOWING SAFETY...................................................................................................................	3
1.7	BATTERY SAFETY..................................................................................................................	3
1.8	SAFETY DECALS....................................................................................................................	4
1.9	SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS.................................................................................................	5
ASSEMBLY...........................................................................................................................		6
2.1	ATTACH TRAILER WHEELS...................................................................................................	6
2.2	ATTACH TRAILER HITCH (NON -CE COMPLIANT)...............................................................	6
2.3	ATTACH CHIPPER CHUTE.....................................................................................................	6
2.4	ATTACH DISCHARGE TUBE..................................................................................................	7
2.5	ATTACH CHIPPER EXTENSION (CE COMPLIANT MODELS ONLY)....................................	8
2.6	ATTACH SHREDDER CHUTE TRAY.......................................................................................	8
2.7	INSTALL A BATTERY...............................................................................................................	8
2.8	ADD MOTOR OIL.....................................................................................................................	8
2.9	FILL THE FUEL TANK..............................................................................................................	8
FEATURES & CONTROLS..................................................................................................		9
OPERATION.......................................................................................................................		11
4.1	STARTING MACHINE............................................................................................................	11
4.2	STOPPING THE MACHINE...................................................................................................	11
4.3	SHREDDER ADJUSTER.......................................................................................................	11
4.4	OPERATION..........................................................................................................................	11
4.5	OPERATION TIPS.................................................................................................................	12
SERVICE & MAINTENANCE.............................................................................................		13
5.1	MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE................................................................................................	13
5.2	CHIPPER BLADE MAINTENANCE.......................................................................................	14
5.3	REMOVING THE BLADES....................................................................................................	14
5.4	SHARPENING THE BLADES................................................................................................	14
5.5	LUBRICATION.......................................................................................................................	15
5.6	SETTING CHIPPING BLADE CLEARANCE........................................................................	15
5.7	REPLACING SHREDDER KNIVES.......................................................................................	16
5.8	SHREDDER KNIFE MAINTENANCE....................................................................................	16
5.9	CLEARING A PLUGGED ROTOR.........................................................................................	17
5.10 REMOVING THE ROTOR...................................................................................................		17
5.11 REPLACING THE DRIVE BELT...........................................................................................		17
5.12 TRAILER SERVICE TIPS....................................................................................................		18
TROUBLESHOOTING........................................................................................................		19
SPECIFICATIONS..............................................................................................................		21
SPECIAL TORQUE REQUIREMENTS.........................................................................................		21
BOLT TORQUE.............................................................................................................................		22
OPTIONS............................................................................................................................		23
EPA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS...........................................................		24

1 SAFETY

Section

1.1 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL

1.2 EMISSION INFORMATION

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.

DANGER

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.

CAUTION

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

Under California Law and the laws of several other states, you are not permitted to operate an internal combustion engine using hydrocarbon fuels on any forestcovered,brushcovered or grass covered land or on land covered with grain, hay

or other flammable 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 gasoline or diesel fuel (hydrocarbons). 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 violation of other state and/or federal regulations, laws, ordinances, or codes. Contact your local fire marshal or forest service for specific information about which regulations apply in your area.

Thestandardmufflerinstalledontheengineisnotequipped 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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1.3BEFORE 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 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.

11.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.

12.Do not fill fuel tank indoors. Keep open flames, sparks, smoking materials and other sources of combustion away from fuel.

13.Do not operate machine without shields in place.

Failure to do so may cause serious injury or death.

14.Keep all guards, deflectors, and shields in good working condition.

15.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.

16.Check that all screws, nuts, bolts, and other fasteners are secured, tightened and in proper working condition before starting the machine.

17.Do not transport or move machine while it is operating or running.

1.4OPERATION 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. Disconnect the battery and remove the ignition key if applicable.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.On electric start models, disconnect cables from battery before doing any inspection or service. Remove key.

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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.

1.5MAINTENANCE AND 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 and where fuel vapors will not reach an open flame or spark.

5.Never store this machine with fuel in the fuel tank 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.

6.Drain the fuel and dispose of it in a safe manner for storage periods of three months or more.

1.6TOWING SAFETY

1.Rotate the discharge tube to face the opposite direction of the towing vehicle before towing.

2.Insert transport safety pin and clip, and set brake handle to locked position, if applicable.

3.Connect hitch safety chains. Tighten trailer hitch bolts. Do not attempt to tow the trailer if the vehicle is not equipped with a 2” (50 mm) ball.

4.Do not exceed the maximum towing speed indicated on tire sidewall. Inflate tires to manufacturer’s specifications as stated on the tire sidewall.

5.Optimum towing performance can be achieved by maintaining a horizontal trailer hitch.

1.7 BATTERY SAFETY

Improperuseandcareofthebatteryonelectricstartmodels 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-External Contact: Flush immediately with water.

•ANTIDOTE-Internal: Drink a large amount 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.

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

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

3.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.

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

5.Before working with electrical wires or components, disconnect battery ground (negative) cable first.

Disconnect positive cable second. Reverse this order when reconnecting battery cables.

6.Check wheel lug bolts periodically to ensure they are tight and secure.

7.Make sure the jack stand and the rear stabilizer (where applicable) on the trailer are in the UP position during towing. Place the jack stand on a level surface and secure it in the DOWN position before using.

8.Never allow passengers to ride on the machine.

9.If applicable, shut off fuel supply when towing.

10.Towing laws may vary in different countries/regions/ states. It is recommended that you contact your local motor vehicle department for any special regulations that pertain to towing and know the laws of any country/ region/state you travel through.

DANGER / POISON

FLUSH EYES

IMMEDIATELY

WITH WATER

EYES		NO	SULFURIC

EXPLOSIVE GASES			ACID	GET

CAN CAUSE	• SPARKS		CAN CAUSE	MEDICAL


BLINDNESS OR	•	FLAMES	BLINDNESS OR	HELP

INJURY	•	SMOKING	SEVERE BURNS	FAST

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

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1.8 SAFETY DECALS

See Section 1.9 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	PN 12169	6 PN 12176
KEEP HANDS AND FEET OUT OF INLET AND		DO NOT INSERT BRANCHES
DISCHARGE OPENINGS WHILE MACHINE IS		LARGER THAN 3/4 INCH INTO
OPERATING TO AVOID SERIOUS PERSONAL		SHREDDER OR MACHINE
INJURY.	STOP AND ALLOW MACHINE TO	DAMAGE MAY OCCUR.
COME TO A COMPLETE STOP BEFORE
CLEARING OBSTRUCTIONS.

PN 12172

PN 12250

CHECK

BLADE

BOLTS

READ

AND

UNDERSTAND

THIS

FOR

PROPER

TORQUE

AFTER EVERY 8 HOURS OF

OWNER/OPERATORS

MANUAL.

OPERATION. CHECK BLADES

COMPLETELY

FAMILIAR

WITH

THE

AND ROTATE OR RESHARPEN

CONTROLS AND THE PROPER USE

DAILY OR AS REQUIRED TO KEEP BLADES SHARP. REFER

OF THIS EQUIPMENT

TO OWNERS MANUAL FOR INSTRUCTIONS.

FAILURE

OBTAIN AND WEAR SAFETY GLASSES

TO DO SO MAY CAUSE POOR PERFORMANCE, DAMAGE

AND USE HEARING PROTECTION AT

OR PERSONAL INJURY AND WILL VOID THE MACHINE

ALL TIMES WHEN OPERATING THIS

WARRANTY.

MACHINE.

BEFORE INSPECTING OR SERVICING

PN 14942-00

OFF POWER SOURCE, REMOVE THE

ANY PART OF THIS MACHINE, SHUT

KEY, DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE FROM SPARK PLUG

CAREFULLY

READ

THE

AND MAKE SURE ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE COME TO A

USER MANUAL BEFORE

COMPLETE STOP.

'ACTIVATION.

THE

PN 12173

USER MANUAL WAS NOT

QUESTIONS

CALL

INCLUDED

WITH

ANY

NOT

OPERATE

THIS

+1-701-282-5520.

EQUIPMENT IN THE VICINITY OF

BYSTANDERS.

DO NOT ALLOW

PN 32109-00

CHILDREN

OPERATE

THIS

EQUIPMENT.

ALWAYS

STAND

NOT

OPERATE

THIS

CLEAR

DISCHARGE

AREA

EQUIPMENT

THE VICINITY

WHEN OPERATING THIS MACHINE.

BYSTANDERS.

NOT

KEEP FACE AND BODY AWAY FROM DISCHARGE AREAS.

ALLOW CHILDREN TO OPERATE

PN 12174

THIS

EQUIPMENT.

ALWAYS

STAND CLEAR OF DISCHARGE

AREA WHEN OPERATING THIS

NOT

OPERATE

MACHINE

MACHINE. KEEP FACEAND BODY

WITHOUT

SHIELDS

PLACE.

AWAY FROM DISCHARGE AREAS.

FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE

ROTATE THE DISCHARGE TUBE OVER THE HITCH

SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

PN 12174

BEFORE TOWING AND LOCK SECURELY IN PLACE.

5	PN 12175		10 PN 32156-00
KEEP HANDS AND FEET OUT OF
INLETAND DISCHARGE OPENINGS			23	50
			23	50
WHILE	MACHINE IS OPERATING
TO AVOID SERIOUS		PERSONAL	5.30-12 550 kPa, 80 psi
			5.30-12 550 kPa, 80 psi

INJURY. STOP AND ALLOW MACHINE TO COME TO A

COMPLETE STOP BEFORE CLEARING OBSTRUCTIONS.

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11	PN 32327-00 Eng & Fr.	13	PN 32330-00 Eng & Fr.
11	(32339-00 Esp. & Port)	13	(32342-00 Esp. & Port)

12	PN 32328-00 Eng & Fr.	14	PN 32332-00 Eng & Fr.
12	(32340-00 Esp. & Port)	14	(32341-00 Esp. & Port)

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*Decals 11-14 not for CE required machines.

1.9 SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS

The numbers below correspond to the decals in Section 1.8. 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.

*Decal located beneath shield

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