MTD 248-650A User Manual

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ASSEMBLY OPERATION

MAINTENANCE PARTS LIST

Important:

Read Safety Rules and

AHUAL

Model No.

248-650A

Instructions Carefully

POWER

SHREDDER

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

FORM NO. 770-7466

LIMITED WARRANTY

For one year from the date of original retail purchase, MTD PRODUCTS INC will either repair or replace, at its option, free of charge, F.O.B. factory or authorized service firm, any part or parts found to be defective in material or workmanship. Transportation charges under this warranty must be paid by the purchaser unless return is requested by MTD PRODUCTS INC.

This warranty will not apply to any part which has become inoperative due to misuse, excessive use, accident, neglect, improper maintenance, alterations, or unless the unit has been operated and maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished. This warranty does not apply to the engine, motor, battery, battery charger or component parts thereof. Please refer to the applicable manufacturer’s warranty on these items.

This warranty will not apply where the unit has been used commercially. Warranty service is available through 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 not be accepted by the factory unless prior written permission has been extended by MTD.

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

WARNING TO PURCHASERS

OF INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE EQUIPPED

MACHINERY OR DEVICES IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA

The equipment which you have just purchased does not have a spark arrester. If this equipment is used on any forest covered land, brush covered land, or grass covered unimproved land in the State of California, before using on such land, the California law requires that a spark arrester be provided. In addition, spark arrester is required by law to be in effective working order. The spark arrester must be attached to the exhaust system and comply with Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code.

I M PO RTANT

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 operating section of this manual for proper fuel and amount.

SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR POWER SHREDDERS

TRAINING

The operator should become fully familiar

with all of the different sections of the Own er’s Manual before attempting to operate this

equipment.

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

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

4. Never run your machine in an enclosed area as the exhaust from the engine contains carbon monoxide, which is an odorless,

tasteless and a deadly poison gas.

5. Never allow your hands or any part of your body or clothing inside the feeding chamber, discharge chute, or near any moving part while the machine or engine is running.

6. 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 equipment 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

When feeding shreddable material into this

equipment, be extremely careful that pieces of metal, rocks, bottles, cans or other foreign objects are not included.

If the cutting mechanism strikes any foreign

object 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 material to build up in the discharge area as this will prevent proper discharge and can result in kick-back 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 operating 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 acces

sory, make sure the spark plug wire is disconnected from the spark plug. The machine should be allowed to cool down before making such inspection, 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.

PRE-ASSEMBLY

NOTE

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

Before any step is undertaken, the instructions for

that step should be read through.

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TOOLS REQUIRED:

1. (1) 7/16” Open End or Box Wrench

2. (1) 1/2” Open End or Box Wrench

3. (1) Adjustable Wrench.

MATERIALS REQUIRED:

1. Funnel (for gas and oil—NOTE: Do not mix).

2. S.A.E. 30 011—23/4 pints.

3. Gas (regular).

4. Cleaning rag.

PARTS IN CARTON

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ASSEMBLY

FIGURE 1.

NOTE

The letters listed below will be re ferred to throughout the following text for easier hardware identifica tion.

LIST OF CONTENTS IN HARDWARE PACK:

A (3) Hex washer head self threading screws

B (4) Hex screws V4-20 X V2” long

C (4) Hex center locknuts ■'A-20 thread

D (4) Hex screws V4-2O x V2” long E (4) Lockwashers ■'A” screw F (4) Hex center locknuts Va-20 thread

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Remove the shredder, parts pack and all literature from the carton before discarding

carton.

2. Chute Deflector:

A. Place the chute deflector, in position on

the left hand side of shredder.

B. Secure with four hex screws (D), lock-

washers (E) and hex center locknuts (F). See figure 3.

NOTE

Heads of screws are assembled from the inside, nuts and washers go on the outside. Start all four screws, nuts and washers by hand, then tighten with an adjustable

wrench and 7/16” wrench.

FIGURES.

3. Hopper: A. Place the hopper on the shredder, start all

three self threading screws (A) by hand and then tighten with a I/2” wrench. See figure 4.

4. Upper Guide Extension: A. Loosen hand knob on right hand side of

shredder. See figure 5.

B. Place upper guide extension in place on

guide extension and secure with four hex screws (B) and hex center locknuts (C). A 7/16” wrench and adjustable wrench is required. See figure 5.

5. Place the bag over the chute deflector and pull draw string and lock. See figure 6.

FIGURE 4.

FIGURES.

Hex Screw (A)

Upper Guide

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Adjustabl» Wrench

7/16" Wrench

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FIGURES.

OPERATION

1. Service engine with gas and oil. See engine manual packed with shredder for complete instructions for the care and maintenance of engine. READ DIRECTIONS CAREFULLY.

2. When ready to start engine, place throttle control lever in CHOKE position and start

engine in accordance with instructions in engine manual. After engine starts, move

throttle control lever to RUN position. The engine is stopped by placing control lever in the STOP position.

^CAUTION

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.

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