MTD 462 thru 465, Yard Machines 462, Yard Machines 465 Operator's Manual
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Chipper Shredder
Model Series
462 thru 465
Model 465 Shown
IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion 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.
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 for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized
service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 368022 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.
MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
FORM NO.
770-10038B.fm
(3/00)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Content Page
Important Safe Operation Practices...................................................................3
Assembling Your Chipper Shredder...................................................................5
Know Your Chipper Shredder ............................................................................7
Operating Your Chipper Shredder ....................................................................7
Maintaining Your Chipper Shredder ..................................................................9
Troubleshooting.................................................................................................11
Parts List............................................................................................................12
FINDING MODEL NUMBER
This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new chipper shredder vacuum. It will help you
assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says.
Before you start assembling your new equipment, please locate the model plate on the
equipment and copy the information from it in the space provided below. The information on
the model plate is very important if you need help from our Customer Support Department or
an authorized dealer.
• You can locate the model number by standing behind the unit and looking down at the frame below
the engine. A sample model plate is explained below. For future reference, please copy the model
number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below.
(Model Number)
(Serial Number)
MTD PRODUCTS INC
CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136
Copy the model number here:
Copy the serial number here:
CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT
If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or
maintenance of this unit, please call the Customer Support Department.
Call 1- (330) 220-4MTD (4683) or 1- (800)-800-7310 to reach a Customer Support
representative. Please have your unit’s model number and serial number ready when you
call. See previous section to locate this information. You will be asked to enter the serial
number in order to process your call.
For more details about your machine, visit our website at www.mtdproducts.com
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SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES
WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could
endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in
this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may
result in personal injury. When you see this symbol - heed its warning.
WARNING: Th e Engine Exhaust from this pr oduct contains chemicals kno wn to the
State of Californi a to cause cancer, birt h defects or other re productive h arm.
DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this
manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can
result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.
Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
TRAINING
• Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the
machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to
assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe
place for future and regular reference and for
ordering replacement parts.
• Be familiar with all controls and their proper
operation. Know how to stop the machine and
disengage them quickly.
• Never allow children under 16 years old to operate
this machine. Children 16 years old and over
should read and understand the operation
instructions and safety rules in this manual and
should be trained and supervised by a parent.
• Never allow adults to operate this machine without
proper instruction.
• Keep bystanders, helpers, pets, and children at
least 75 feet from the machine while it is in
operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
• Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly
ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.
• Do not put hands and feet near rotating parts or in
the feeding chambers and discharge opening.
Contact with the rotating impeller can amputate
fingers, hands, and feet.
• Never attempt to unclog either the feed intake or
discharge opening, remove or empty vacuum bag,
or inspect and repair the machine while the engine
is running. Shut the engine off and wait until all
moving parts have come to a complete stop.
Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it
against the engine.
PREPARA TION
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment
is to be used. Remove all rocks, bottles, cans, or
other foreign objects which could be picked up or
thrown and cause personal injury or damage to the
machine.
• Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles
during operation or while performing an adjustment
or repair, to protect eyes. Thrown objects which
ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes.
• Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and closefitting slacks and shirts. Loose fitting clothes or
jewelry ca n be c aught in m ovabl e part s. Neve r
operate this machine in bare feet or sandals. Wear
leather work gloves when feeding material in the
chipper chute.
• Before starting, check all bolts and screws for
proper tightness to be sure the machine is in safe
working cond itio n. Als o, visu ally in spect m achine
for any damage at frequent intervals.
• Maintain or replace safety and instructions labels,
as necessary.
• To avoid personal injury or property damage use
extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is
extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.
Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is
spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite.
Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.
• Use only an approved gasoline container.
• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other
sources of ignition.
• Never fuel machine indoors.
• Never remove gas cap or add while the engine is hot
or running.
• Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before
refueling.
• Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than 1/2
inch below bottom of filler neck to provide space for
fuel expansion.
• Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.
• If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and
equipment. Move machine to another area. Wait 5
minutes before starting the engine.
• Never store the machine or fuel container inside
where there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light
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(e.g. furnace, water heater, space heater, clothes
dryer, etc.)
• To reduce a fire hazard, keep machine free of grass,
leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel
spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris.
• Allow machine to cool at least 5 minutes before
storing.
OPERATION
• Do not put hands and feet near rotating parts or in
the feeding chambers and discharge opening.
Contact with the rotating impeller can amputate
fingers, hands, and feet.
• Before starting the machine, make sure the chipper
chute, feed intake, and cutting chamber are empty
and free of all debris.
• Thoroughly inspect all material to be shredded and
remove any metal, rocks, bottles, cans, or other
foreign objects which could cause personal injury or
damage to the machine.
• If it becomes necessary to push material through
the shredder hopper, use a small diameter stick. Do
not use your hands or feet.
• If the impe ller str ikes a forei gn obje ct or if your
machine should start making an unusual noise or
vibration, immediately shut the engine off. Allow the
impeller to come to a complete stop. Disconnect the
spark plug wire, ground it against the engine and
perform the following steps:
• Inspect for damage.
• Repair or replace any damaged parts.
• Check for any loose parts and tighten to assure
continued safe operation.
• Do not allow an accumulation of processed
material to build up in the discharge area. This can
prevent proper discharge and result in kickback of
material through the feed opening.
• Do not attem pt to shred or chip mater ial larg er than
specified on the machine or in this manual.
Personal injury or machine damage could result.
• Never attempt to unclog either the feed intake or
discharge opening while the engine is running.
Shut the engine off, wait until all moving parts have
stopped, disconnect the spark plug wire and
ground it against the engine before clearing debris.
• Never operate without the shredder hopper,
chipper chute, or discharge chute properly attached
to the machine. Never empty or change discharge
bag while the engineis running.
• Keep all guards, deflectors and safety devices in
place and operating properly.
• Keep your face and body back and to the side of
the chipper chute while feeding material into the
machine to avoid accidental kickback injuries.
• Never operate this machine without good visibility
or light.
• Do not operate this machine on a paved,gravel or
non-level surface.
• Do not operate this machine while under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a
burn. Do not touch.
• Never pick up or carry machine while the engine is
running.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their
proper operation regularly.
• Check bolts and screws for proper tightness at
frequent intervals to keep the machine in safe
working cond itio n. Als o, visu ally in spect m achine
for any damage and repair, if needed.
• Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, stop the
engine and make certain the impeller and all
moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark
plug wire and ground it against the engine to
prevent unintended starting.
• Do not change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine. The governor controls the
maximum safe operating speed of the engine.
• Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
necessary.
• Follow this manual for safe loading, unloading,
transporting, and storage of this machine.
• Never store the machine or fuel container inside
where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light
such as a water heater, furnace, clothes dryer, etc.
• Always refer to the operator’s manual for proper
instructions on off-season storage.
• If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors.
• Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for
gas, oil, etc. to protect the environment.
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WARNING: - YOUR RESPONSIBILITY: Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read,
understand and follow the warnings and instr uctions in this manual and on the machine.
NOTE: Not all safety labels shown may apply to your chipper shredder.
SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR CHIPPER SHREDDER
IMPORT ANT :
in the engine. Be certain to service engine with gasoline
and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual
before operating your machine.
NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the
chipper shredder vacuum is observed from the
operating position.
Removing Unit From Carton
• Remove staples, break glue on top flaps, or cut
tape at carton end and peel along top flap to open
carton.
• Remove loose parts if included with unit (i.e.,
operator’s manual, etc.)
• Cut along corners, lay carton down flat, and remove
packing material.
• Roll or sl ide u nit out of c arton and ch eck ca rton
thoroughly for loose parts.
Loose Parts In Carton (See Figure 1)
• Hopper Assembly
• Discharge Chute
• Chipper Chute (463 thru 465)
• Bag (Not Shown)
This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil
Disconnecting Spark P lug Wire
Before setting up your chipper shredder, disconnect the
spark plug wire from the spark plug and ground against
the engine.
Hopper
Assembly
Chipper
Chute
Discharge
Chute
Figure 1
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