MTD 245-650-000 User Manual

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OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT

for all seasons

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POWER

SHREDDER

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Model Numbers

245-650-000

24650S

Important:

Read Safety Rules and

Instructions Carefully

Thank you for purchasing

an American-built product.

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PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO. 770-3983

INDEX

Safe Operation Practices

Assembly lnstructi_ons................................................. 4

Operation...................................................................... 6

Adjustments

Lubrication.................................................................... 9

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Instructions given with this symbol are

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for personal safety. Be sure you follow
them.

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LIMITED WARRANTY

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For one year from the date of original retail purchase, MTD PRODUCTS INC will either
repair or replace, at its option, free o1 charge, F.O.B. factory or authorized service firm, any
part or parts found to be defective in material or workmanship. Transportation charges for
the movement of any power equipment unit or attachment are the responsibility of the pur
chaser. Transportation charges for ai ly parts submitted for replacement under this warran
ty must be paid by the purchaser unl<;ss such return is requested by MTD PRODUCTS INC.

This warranty will not apply to any part which has become inoperative due to misuse, ex

cessive use, accident, neglect, improper maintenance, alterations, or unless the unit has
been operated and maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished. This warran
ty does not apply to the engine, motor, battery, battery chargeror component parts thereof.
Please refer to the applicable manulacturer’s warranty on these items.

Maintenance ................................................................ 9

Off-Season Storage...................................................... 9

Illustrated Parts

Parts List.....................................................................11

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This warranty will not apply where tlie unit has been used commercially.
Warranty service is available througf your local authorized service dealer or distributor. If

you do not know the dealer or distributor in your area, please write to the Customer Service
Department of MTD.

The return of a complete unit will net be accepted by the factory unless prior written per

mission has been extended by MTD

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This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary
from state to state.

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WARNING

This unit is equipped with an internal combus :ion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved
forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a
spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained

in effective working order by the operator.

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In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code).
Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester muffler is available at
your nearest engine authorized service center.

IMPORTANT

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It is suggested that this manual be read in its entirety before attempting to assemble or operate. Keep this

"Manual in a safe place for future reference and for ordering replacement parts.

This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE or OIL. After assembly, see separate engine manual for proper
fuel and engine oil recommendations.

SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR POWER SHREDDERS

TRAINING

1. The operator should become fully familiar with
all of the different sections of this owner's

manual before attempting to operate this equip
ment.

2. Children must never be allowed to operate this
equipment.

3.

No one should operate this unit while intoxicated
or while taking medication that impairs the senses
or reactions.

4.

This equipment should never be operated in the
vicinity of children, pets or other persons.

5.

Never run your machine in an enclosed area as the
exhaust from the engine contains carbon mon
oxide, which is an odorless, tasteless and deadly
poisonous gas.

Never allow your hands or any part of your body

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or clothing inside the feeding chamber, discharge

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chute, or near any moving part while the machine
or engine is running.

7.

If it is necessary for any reason to inspect or repair
the feeding chamber or any part of the machine
where a moving part can come in contact with
your body or clothing, stop the machine, allow it
to cool, and disconnect the spark plug wire from
the spark plug before attempting such inspection
or repair.

PREPARATION

1. It is recommended that the operator of this equip
ment obtain and wear safety glasses at all times
while operating the machine.

2. Wear proper apparel. Avoid wearing loose fitting
clothing.

3. This machine should be operated only upon an
earthen level surface.

4. Assure that all screws, nuts and bolts and other
fasteners are properly secured.

OPERATION

1. When feeding shreddable material into this equip
ment, be extremely careful that pieces of metal,
rocks, bottles, cans or other foreign objects are
not included.

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If the cutting mechanism strikes any foreign ob

ject or if your machine should start making an
unusual noise or vibration, immediately stop the
engine and disconnect the spark plug wire from
the spark plug. Allow the machine to stop and
take the following steps:

A. Inspect for damage.

B. Replace or repair any damaged parts.
C. Check for any loose parts and tighten to assure

continued safe operation.

3. The engine must be kept clean of debris and other
accumulations.

4. Do not allow an accumulation of processed mate

rial to build up in the discharge area as this will
prevent proper discharge and can result in kick­back from feed opening.

5. Never allow your hands or any other part of your

body or clothing inside the feeding chamber,
discharge chute or near any moving part while the

engine is running.

6. Keep all guards and deflectors in place and in
good working condition to assure continued safe
operation.

7. Always stand clear of the discharge area when

operating this machine.

8. Keep your face and body back from the feed

opening to avoid accidental bounce back of any
material.

9. Do not over-reach. Keep proper balance and
footing at all times.

10. The engine governor settings on your machine
must not be altered, changed, or tampered with.

The governor controls the maximum safe oper
ating speeds and protects the engine and all

moving parts from damage caused by overspeed.

11. Do not transport machine while engine is running.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

1. When this equipment is stopped for servicing,
inspection, storage or to change an accessory,
make sure the spark plug wire is disconnected
from the spark plug. The machine should be
allowed to cool down before making such inspec
tion, adjustments, service, etc. Maintain your
machine with care and keep it clean for the best
and continued safe operation.

2. When not in use, your machine should be stored
out of the reach of children. Keep where gasoline
fumes will not reach an open flame or spark. For
long periods of storage, the gasoline should be
drained and disposed in a safe manner. Always
allow the machine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.

NOTE

The right and left side of your shred
der is determined from operator's
position.

SHREDDER

ASS^BLY

INSTRUCTIONS

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

1. (1) 7/16" Open End or Box Wrench

2. (1) 1/2" Open End or Box Wrench

3. (1) Adjustable Wrench

■ 1. Remove the shredder, hardware pack and all parts

and literature from the carton before discarding
carton.

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■CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK
A (3) Hex washer head self-tapping screws

B (8) Hex screws 1/4-20 x 1/2" long

C (8) Hex center lock nuts 1/4-20 thread

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2. Insert the deflector side plates inside the chute
deflector, one on each side. Place the chute
and deflector side plates in position on the left
hand side of shredder.

3. Secure with four hex screws (B) and hex center
lock nuts (C). Heads of screws are assembled
from the inside. Nuts go on the outside. Start
all four screws and nuts, then tighten with an
adjsutable wrench and 7/16" wrench. See figure

3.

Place the hopper on the shredder. Start all three
self-tapping screws (A) by hand, then tighten
with a 1/2" wrench. See figure 4.

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FIGURE 4

FIGURE 5

5. Loosen the hand knob on the right hand side of
the shredder. See figure 5.

6. Place upper guide extension in place on guide
extension. Secure with four hex screws (B) and
hex center lock nuts (C). A 7/16" wrench and
adjustable wrench are required. See figure 5.

7. Place the bag over the chute deflector. Pull on the
drawstring and lock. See figure 6.

OPERATION

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

1. Fill fuel tank with fresh regular gasoline. Du Not
mix oil with gasoline.

2. Fill crankcase with oil. Refer to separate e igine
manual packed with your shredder.

TO START ENGINE
Tecumseh Engine

1. Place control lever (on engine) in "RUN" posi
tion. See figure 7.

2. For cold engine start, move carburetor ccntrol
to "CHOKE" position. See figure 7.

NOTE

A warm engine may not require choking.

CONTROL LEVER

N START POSITION

3. Pull rewind starter using a quick, full arm stroke.
Keep a firm grip on the handle. Return rope

slowly.

4. After engine starts, move choke lever on carbure

tor gradually to "OFF" position.

Briggs and Stratton Engine

1. Place control lever (on engine) in "CHOKE"
position. See figure 7A.

NOTE

A warm engine may not require chok

ing. Simply place control lever in
"RUN" Position.

FIGURE 7 - TECUMSEH ENGINE

CARBURI ;tor

CONTROL
(CHOKE)

FIGURE 7A - BRIGGS AND STRATTON ENGINE

2. Pull rewind starter using a quick, full arm strob

Keep a firm grip on the handle. Return rop^

slowly.

3. After engine starts, move control lever gradually

to "RUN" position.

TO STOP ENGINE

1. Move control lever to "STOP" position. See
figure 8.

'^7. Remove high tension wire from spark plug to

prevent accidental starting while equipment is
unattended.

Your shredder upper guide extension is adjustable.

It may be adjusted to desired height by loosening
the hand knob as shown in figure 9. Upper guide
extension can be raised to close opening if hopper is
not installed.

Feed the material so that it slides down upper guide
extension. See figure 10.

UPPER GUIDE
EXTENSION

Your shredder is designed for safe, efficient oper
ation. CARE MUST BE EXERCISED THAT HANDS
AND FEET ARE KEPT AWAY FROM ALL OPEN

INGS.

CAUTION

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The manufacturer recommends that
the operator wear safety glasses or

some other suitable eye protection as

it is possible for chips to be ejected
out of the inlet openings while feeding
material.

FIGURE 10. FEEDING MATERIAL INTO UPPER

GUIDE EXTENSION

Leaves and small twigs can be raked into the upper

guide extension when the upper guide extension is

lowered. See figure 11.

UPPER
GUIDE
EXTENSION

HAND
KNOB

FIGURE 9. UPPER GUIDE EXTENSION ADJUST

MENT.

FIGURE 11. RAKING LEAVES AND TWIGS INTO

UPPER GUIDE EXTENSION

Bulky material, such as stalks or heavy branches,
should be fed into the chip-it guide extension. See
figure 12. Do not force or jam material into the
chip-it guide.

KEEP UPPER GUIDE EXTENSIOM
UP WHEN USING CHIP-IT GyiDL

-xifc,, CHIP-IT guide; , ,

FIGURE 12. FEEDING MATERIAL INTO CHII'-IT

GUIDE

Leaves and smaller branches can be fed into the

hopper. See figures 13 and 14.

CAUTION

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Do not deposit material larger than

1/2" diameter in hopper. This may
cause damage to the shredding mech
anism. Any material heavier than 1/2"
should be fed into the chip-it guide
extension. See figure 12.

It is possible to feed too fast. It will take some
experimenting with feeding rates to get the most
out of your shredder without stalling the engine.

Rotate the material. A steady flow of material pro
vides the best results.

Under certain conditions, it may be necessary to push
the materials into the inlet guide assembly. When
this becomes necessary, use a small diameter stick ­NOT YOUR HANDS. The stick should be of a size
that will be ground up if it gets into the impeller
assembly.

The discharge chute will direct the shredded material
into a pile, a container or the bag.

Your shredder is equipped with a ny
lon bag with drawstring lock. This will
accommodate a perforated disposable
plastic bag.

CAUTION

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Keep away from the chute area since
the shredded material comes out with
considerable velocity. Always stop
engine and disconnect spark plug wire
when changing bags.

ADJUSTMENTS

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If any adjustments are made to the
engine while the engine is running
(e.g. carburetor), keep clear of all
moving parts. Be careful of heated
surfaces and muffler.

NOTE

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FIGURE 14. FEEDING MATERIAL INTO HOPI'ER

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS
Do not make unnecessary adjustment. Factory set

tings are correct for most applications. If adjustments
are needed, refer to the engine manual packed with
your shredder.

LUBRICATION

WHEELS - The wheels require no lubrication.

•ixENGINE - Follow engine manual for lubrication
nstructions.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION

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Always stop engine and disconnect

spark plug wire before performing any

maintenance.

CUTTING BLADE
The blade may easily be removed for grinding or

replacement as follows:

1. Remove guide extension assembly by removing
four elastic lock nuts {Ref. No. 11). See page 10.

2. Remove bolt (Ref. No. 38), lock washer (Ref. No.

37) flat washer (Ref. No. 36) which holds blade
(Ref. No. 45), and blade retainer (Ref. No. 48)
to engine crankshaft. See page 10.

NOTE

Blade is reversible and can be as
sembled to crankshaft with either
side showing.

FIGURE 15

2. Check oil every five (5) operating hours or each
time equipment is used. Add oil as necessary to

keep level full to point of overflowing.
CLEAN ENGINE
Clean cylinder fins and underside of tank or housing

thoroughly of all accumulated grass and debris, This

is an aircooled engine which operates most effeciently

when the cooling fins are clean.
AIR CLEANER
The air cleaner prevents damaging dirt, dust, etc. from

entering the carburetor and being forced into the
engine and is important to engine life and perfor
mance.

To service air cleaner, refer to the engine manual
packed with the shredder.

NEVER RUN YOUR ENGINE WITHOUT AIR CLEANER COMPLETELY ASSEMBLED.

When sharpening blade, follow the original angle of
grind as a guide. It is extremely important that each
cutting edge receives an equal amount of grinding
to prevent an unbalanced blade. An unbalanced blade
will cause excessive vibration when rotating at high
speeds and may cause damage to the unit. Upon
reassembly, make certain all parts are assembled prop
erly and tightened securely.

FLAILS AND FINGERS

The flails and fingers can be reversed when they
become dull.

ENGINE OIL

1. Change oil in crankcase after first two (2) hours
of operation. Then change oil every twenty-five

(25) operating hours or sooner if equipment is

operated in extremely dusty or dirty conditions.

JUnscrew oil drain plug located on the side at the

^jottom of the engine (see figure 15). Always tip

engine towards oil drain hole. Be sure oil drains
completely.

Replace oil drain plug and refill with oil as directed

on page 6.

OFF SEASON STORAGE

In event engine is to be stored for any length of time

(30 days or more), prepare as follows:

1. Drain gasoline by tipping or syphone hose, then
run engine until remainder is used and tank and

carburetor are empty.

CAUTION

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Drain gasoline into container outdoors,

away from fire or flame.

Protect the inside of engine for storage by remov

ing spark plug and pouring one ounce of SAE 30

oil through spark plug hole into cylinder. Crank
engine, without starting, several times to spread

oil over cylinder walls.

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When storing any type of power equip
ment in an unventilated or metal
storage shed, care should be taken to

rust proof the equipment. Using a
light oil or silicone, coat the equip
ment, especially all moving parts.

CAUTION

Model 650

Model 650

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PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 650 SHREDDER

REF.

PART

NO.

1

2
3 711-0580 Clevis Pin
4
5 11455 Cutting Finger
6
7
8 712-0922

g

10
11 712-0107
12 710-0289
13 714-0114
14
15 710-0157
16
17
18

19 11464
20
21
22

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¿3 736-0170

NO.

COLOR

CODE

DESCRIPTION

11476 Door Chip It

710-0465

Hex Bolt 1/2-20 X 4.50" Lg.*
711-0579 Flail Spacer 7/32" Lg.
736-0921

726-0111

L.-Wash. 1/2" Scr.*

Palnut 3/16" Dia.

Hex Jam Nut 1/2-20 Thd.*
714-0507

Cotter Pin 3/32" Dia. x 3/4"

Lg.*

11465-488

Chute Deflector

L.-Nut 1/4-20 Thd.

Hex Bolt 1/4-20 X.50" Lg.*

Sq. Key 1/4" x 2.00" Lg.*

13430

Impeller Assembly

Hex Bolt 5/16-24x3/4" Lg.*
736-0119
14573

L-Wash. 5/16" Scr.*

Hopper to Engine Mtg. Plate
Engine
Engine Mounting Plate

712-0123 Hex Nut 5/16-24 Thd.*
736-0119

L.-Wash. 5/16" Scr.*

738-0521 Shaft

Special L.-Wash. 5/16" I.D.

NEW

PART

REF.

PART

NO.

NO.

31 714-0144 Cotter Pin 1/8" Dia. x 1.00"
32

736-0192

33 11459
34

711-0564
35 711-0578
36 736-0247

37

736-0217
38

710-0151
39

14575-488 Flail Housing Ass'y. -Comp.
40

712-0107
41 11477

42

11478
43 726-0111
44

712-0109
45

13431
46 11460-488
47

11472-488
48 736-0264

49

11481-488

50

710-0601 Hex Wash. Hd. Self-Tap Scr.

24 726-0221 Push Cap

711-0494 Spacer

25
26 734-1056

Wheel Ass'y- -Comp.

51 11479
52 11454

27 736-0100 Fl.-Wash. .50" I.D.* 53 11467

710-0624

28

Hex Bolt 5/16-24 X 1.50"

Lg.*

712-0429 Elastic Stopnut 5/16-18 Thd.

29
30 710-0237

Hex Bolt 5/16-24 X .62" Lg.*

54

09966 Knob Ass'y.

55 11480 Stop Washer

710-0542

56
57 15798 Deflector Side Plate

764-Ot26" Bag (Not Shown)

COLOR

CODE

oi(ft7A

DESCRIPTION

Lg.* (Special)

FI-Wash. .531" I.D. x 937

O.D. X .09
Flail
Flail Spacer 23/32" Lq.

Clevis Pin .50" Dia. x 3.0" Lq.

Fl.-Wash. .406" I.D. x 1.25"

O.D. Hdn.
L.-Wash. 3/8" Scr. H.D.

Hex Bolt 3/8-24 x 2.00" Lg.

H.T.

Hex Cent. L-Nut 1/4-20 Thd.
Upper Guide Extension

Ass'y.

Hinge Pin

Palnut 3/16" Dia.
Wing Nut Elastic 1/4-20 Thd.
Blade
Guide Extension Assembly
Guide Extension

Fl.-Wash. 5/16" Scr.*

Hopper Assembly

5/16-18 X .50" Lg.
Clamp Rod Assembly
Back-Up Plate

Inlet Guide Assembly

Hex Bolt 5/16-18 X 8.38" Lg.

NEW

PART

(615 - Red)

(488 - Mack Truck Yellow)

When ordering parts, if color or finish is important use the ap
propriate color code shown above (e.g. Mack Truck Yellow
Finish—11907 (488).)

The engine is not under warranty by the shredder manufacturer. It repairs or service is needed on the
engine, please contact your nearest authorized engine service outlet. Check the “Yellow Pages" of
your telephone book under “Engines—Gasoline.”

“For faster service obtain standard nuts, bolts and washers

locally. If these items cannot be obtained locally, order by
part number and size as shown on parts list.

NOTE

This instruction manual covers various mod
els and all specifications shown do not
necessarily apply to your model. Specifica
tions subject to change without notice or
obligation.

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TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

1. Material not Shredding.

2. Excessive Vibration

3. Engine Bogs Down or
Stalls.

4. Engine Fails to Start.

CAUSE

Blade and/or Flails not Sharp.

A. Bent Cran cshaft.

B. Out of Balance Conditon in

Plate Asi embly.

A. No Gas in Fuel Tank.

B. Feeding Material into the

Machine too Quickly.

A. Check Fuel Tank for Gas.
B. Spark Plug Lead Wire

Disconniscted.

C. Faulty Spc rk Plug.

REMEDY

Sharpen or Reverse Blade and Flails.

A. Replace Crankshaft (should be

done by an Authorized Service

Dealer).

B. Replace Impeller Assembly.

A. Fill Tank if Empty.

B. Do Not Force Material through

Openings, Gradually Feed
Material into Openings.

A. Fill Tank if Empty.
B. Connect Lead Wire.

C. Spark Should Jump Gap Between

Control Electrode and Side
Electrode. If Spark does not

jump. Replace the Spark Plug.

5. Hard Starting or Loss
of Power.

6. Engine Overheats.

NOTE; For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, please contact your local service dealer.

A. Spark Plug Wire Loose.

B. Dirty Air Cleaner.

A. Carburetoi Not Adjusted

Properly

B. Air Flow f Restricted.

C. Engine Oil Level Low.

A. Connect and Tighten Spark Plug

Wire.

B. Clean Air Cleaner as Described in

Engine Manual.

A. Adjust Carburetor. See Engine

Manual.

B. Remove Blower Housing and Clean

as Described in the Engine Manual

C. Fill Crankcase with the Proper Oil.

MTD PRODUCTS INC

P.O. BOX 3690C • CLEVELAND OHIO 44136

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