Simplicity 6-25, 8-25 User Manual

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OPERATOR’S

MANUAL

Chipper Vacuum

5125

Series

Mfg. No. Description

1692371 1692562 Model 5/25,5HP Chipper Vacuum

5125

Mfg. No. Description 1692373 Model 6/25,6HP Chipper Vacuum 1692564

8/25E

Mfg. No.

1692466 Model 6/25E, 6HP Chipper Vacuum, Electric Start 1692566

Model 5/25,5HP Chipper Vacuum

Series

Model

8/25,6HP Chipper Vacuum

Series

.Description

Mddel 6/25E, 6HP Chipper Vacuum, Electric Start

MANUFACTURING, INC. 500 N Spring Street

Port Washington, WI 53074-0997

www.simplicitymfg.com

PO Box 997

Baker

Chipper/Shredder

OPERATOR’S

MANUAL

Chipper Vacuum

5125

Series

Mfg. No. Description

1692372 Model 5/25,5HP Chipper Vacuum 1692583 Model

8125

Series

Mfg. No. 1692374 1692585 Model 8/25,8HP Chipper Vacuum

8/25E

Mfg. No., Description 1692467b Model 8/25E, 8HP Chipper Vacuum, Electric Stalt 1692587 Model 8/25E, 8HP Chipper Vacuum, Electric

Series

5/25,5HP Chipper Vacuum

Description Model

8/25,8HP Chipper Vacuum

Start

Baker

500 N. Spring Street \ P.O. Box 997 Port Washington, WI 53074.0997 USA

INTRODUCTION

Model

Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

SAFETY RULES

General Safety Safety Decals

Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

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NORMAL CARE

STORAGE

Scheduled

Maintenance

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Servicing the Chipper Vacuum Bag

Care .

Battery

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

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Temporary Storage ........................................

FEATURES & CONTROLS

Major Components..

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Controls.. ...........................................................

OPERATION

Site Location Checks Before Start-Up.. Walk Behind Chipping..

Flex Hose Vacuum/Shredding

Shutting Down..

Material Collection Operator Adjustments Seasonal Hints..

Performance Tips.. Waste Materials Guide..

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Starting..

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Vacuum/Shredding..

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Disposal..

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TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR

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.I4 .I5 .I6

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OPTIONS & ACCESSORIES

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Term/Seasonal

Long Storage

General Troubleshooting .......................................

Power Electric

Optional

Shredding

Chipping Knives ......................................................

Drive Drive

Vacuum

Clutch

Vacuum Technical

Drive Troubleshooting ................................

Start Troubleshooting................................ .24

Vacuum Hose Troubleshooting..

Hammers.. ............................................

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Belt..

Chains.. .........................................................

Nozzle Height Adjustment

Cable.. .........................................................

Attachment.......................................

Manuals .........................................

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ADANGER

You must read, understand and comply with all safety and operating instructions in this manual before attempting to set-up and operate your Chipper Vacuum

Failure to comply with all safety and operating instructions can result in loss of machine control, serious and risk equipment and property damage. The

angle in the text signifies important cautions or

warnings which must be followed.

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to vou and /or bvstanders.

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NOTICE

Upon start-up and shut down,

metal-to-metal sound of the triangular hammers posi-

tioning themselves on the rotor. This is a normal sound.

If this sound continues after the machine obtains full speed, please contact your dealer for an inspection of

your unit.

you may hear the

Introduction

MODEL IDENTIFICATION

Record your model number, manufacturer number and serial numberfrom the I.D. tag in the space vided t for easy reference. The Chipper Vacuum I.D. tag is located on the side of the unit as shown in the

illustration below.

Refer to the engine manufacturer’s owner’s manual for the location of the engine serial number.

Be sure to fill out and return the Warranty

Registration Card supplied with your unit.

Identification Tag

Location

pro-

Model

5125

8125

8/25E

MODEL REFERENCE

Model Number:

Manufacturer Number:

Engine I.D. Number:

Dealer Name

Date Purchased:

Mfg. No.

1692371

1692582

1692372 1692583 1692373

1692584

1692374 1692585 1692466 1692586

1692467 1692587

DESCRIPTION

General

The shredding chamber is designed to shred materials

that have been vacuumed directly into the unit through

the extra-wide vacuum intake nozzle or through the flexi-

ble vacuum hose, eliminating the need to manually load

or feed material into the shredder.

Selective vacuum-shredding can be performed with the

optional 20 foot long, large-diameter, quick-connect hose

while the unit is stationary, permitting

controlled vacuuming of areas such as flower or shrub

beds, or other confined or landscaped areas.

Large yard, garden, or other open, flat surface areas

can be cleaned up quickly and efficiently using the

Chipper Vacuum’s self-propelled feature, which permits vacuuming of materials while the unit propels itself.

Shredding Action

Material is drawn into the shredding chamber by the vacuum action of the spinning rotor, and is pulled into the path of patented shredding hammers that are rotat-

ing at the same high speed as the rotor. The hammers

cut and grind the material into progressively smaller

pieces, and the flow of air then conveys the fully

ded,reduced waste into the discharge bag.

Vacuum Action

precisely-

shred-

rocks, gravel, and other debris before use. All materials and other debris that could damage the shredding hammers should be removed and properly dis-

posed of before starting the unit.

l Se particularly watchful for small, sharp objects such

as old nails, pieces of glass, and small metal objects such as cans, can lids, bottle tops, etc.

l Review all operating safety instructions in this manu-

al before proceeding.

l Determine where the discharge bag will be emptied,

and if possible, plan a vacuum path that will allow you to access this area easily while vacuuming.

Chipper Operation

The chipper is designed to handle tree limbs and

branches up to up to 3” diameter on 13 HP models. The unit can also process tough organic matter such as corn stalks and berry canes.

Chipping operations should be performed while the unit is stationary, and positioned so that the operator has

firm footing and easy access to the chipper cone area.

Tree limbs and branches should be inserted “butt end” first into the chipper cone, and are fed into the chipper

block. The sharp cutting edges and angle of the blades actually pull the tree limbs and branches into the chipper block, cutting the material into small chips.

2-l/2” in diameter on 5 HP models, and

In addition to the shredding hammers and chipping

knives, the rotor has fan blades integrated into its design. When the rotor is spinning, a constant, powerful vacuum action is created, which aggressively pulls waste into the shredder chamber for shredding.

These spinning fan blades also create a blowing force that ejects the shredded or chipped material out of the discharge chute and into the discharge bag, making

room for more material to be pulled in and processed.

Vacuum/Shredding

l Vacuum/Shredding can be performed in confined

areas using the vacuum hose attachment, or on

large, flat areas using the

extra-wide vacuum intake nozzle.

l Areas containing rocks, gravel, or other hard materi-

als should be avoided, as these types of materials will damage the shredding hammers or reduce their service life. Use of the unit to vacuum non-organic

materials will void the product warranty.

l Areas to be vacuumed should be inspected for

3-speed

power drive and

The chips of material then pass through a slot in the

rotor behind the chipper knives, where air flow conveys them through the fan chamber and into the discharge bag.

Blower Operation

The vacuum force makes it possible to use the unit as a

large-area, self-driven blower for clean-up of grass clip-

pings or other debris that you may not want to collect for disposal or recycling.

Using the Chipper Vacuum in this mode requires the

removal of the discharge bag, and the attachment of the optional deflector elbow. The deflector elbow is needed to direct the powerful exhaust stream to either side of the unit.

When used in this manner, the operator walks behind the unit, allowing the discharge deflector elbow to blow the lightweight debris toward an area where it can be easily gathered later for disposal, or, as in the case of grass clippings or other organic matter, be allowed to

decompose naturally as an added nutrient for the soil.

The Safety Alert symbol shown to the left is used to alert you to important safety information that must be

read, fully understood, and followed at all times when handling, transporting, operating, servicing, or storing your Chipper Vacuum. intensity, or level, of the hazard the safety alert instructions pertain to. The following list of signal words is being

provided to help you understand the hazard levels associated with each signal word used in this manual.

The signal word “DANGER” is used when a serious

injury or fatality will result if the safety instructions

that follow this signal word are not obeyed.

The signal word “WARNING” is used when a serious injury or fatality could result if the safety instructions that follow this signal word are not obeyed.

The signal word “CAUTION” is used when personal injury, or property or equipment damage could

result if the safety instructions that follow this signal word are not obeyed.

Each safety alert symbol is followed by a “signal word” that advises you of the relative

DANGER

You must read and understand this manual and all safety instructions and labeling completely, before attempting to assemble, set-up, transport, operate, service, or install any options or accessories on

WARNING

CAUTION

this unit. This Chipper Vacuum is a powerful machine designed for chipping of tree limbs and branches

up to 2 capable of amputating or causing serious injury to

fingers, hands, feet, and other extremities if acci-

dental contact with rotating chipper or shredder blades should occur. Always keep hands, feet, and other extremities out of the chipper cone and vacuum intake areas, and never wear loose fitting clothing or jewelry that could get caught on tree limbs or branches, and pull your hands, or other body parts into the rotat-

ing chipper blades.

l/2” in diameter (3” on 8 HP models), and is

GENERAL

Safe operation of the Chipper Vacuum requires that all operating and safety instructions be obeyed by everyone who uses, services, or otherwise handles the unit.

Although the instructions and warnings appearing in this manual cover most normal operating conditions, everyone using the Chipper Vacuum must also always follow safe work practices while operating, servicing, or

handling the Chipper Vacuum unit under any conditions not specifically covered in this manual.

The primary operator of the Chipper Vacuum must

always be alert for the presence of bystanders, who are

likely to be unaware of the operating and safety requirements necessary for safe operation. It is the operator’s responsibility to prevent bystanders from being exposed

to potential hazards whenever the Chipper Vacuum is

being used. If you do not understand any portion of these safety

instructions, or any other manual, contact your local factory-authorized dealer for help, or request factory assistance by calling: Customer

Service Department

NOTE: DO NOT use the Chipper Vacuum unless are sure that you know how to comply with and operating instructions.

part

of the instructions in this

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BEFORE START-UP

l Inspect the chipper cone for any debris, or other

material that may have fallen in during unpacking and assembly. Always disconnect the spark plug

wire trom me spark plug

any objects from the chipper cone.

l Never fill the fuel tank indoors! Gasoline vapors are

explosive, and can easily travel unnoticed to sources of ignition, such as pilot lights or open flames on water heaters, furnaces, stoves, dryers or sparks

from electric motors and other electrical appliances,

or smoking materials. Contact with these or any other ignition sources will cause an explosion or fire, serious personal injury, and damage to property and equipment.

l Gas cap shall never be removed or fuel added with

the engine running.

l Never overfill the fuel tank. Fuel may run out of the

tank and contact hot engine surfaces and ignite, causing a fire and/or risk of an explosion. Always fill the fuel tank to

l Use only an approved container for fuel, and always

handle the container with extreme care. Never smoke while fueling or transporting the fuel container.

i/2” below bottom of filler neck only.

betOre

attempting to remove

l Never store the fuel container or Chipper Vacuum

indoors where there is a possibility of contact with any ignition source such as a spark, open flame, pilot light, heating element, or smoking materials.

l Never attempt to test or operate the unit indoors or in

an enclosed area. Engine exhaust contains carbon

monoxide, an odorless, colorless, and tasteless gas. If inhaled, carbon monoxide can cause dizziness or nausea, and if prolonged contact occurs, uncon-

sciousness, brain damage, or death can result.

l Check all parts to ensure that they are properly

attached and that all hardware is secure.

l Make sure the discharge bag is securely attached to

the discharge chute and is properly supported by the

bag supports on the bottom of the handle, and the sides of the rear frame.

l Make sure you have read and understand the engine

manual accompanying the Chipper Vacuum, and know the location and function of all operating con-

trols for your model Chipper Vacuum. You must

understand how to start and stop the unit safely before proceeding.

OPERATING LOCATION

l Always operate the Chipper Vacuum outdoors only,

on a firm, level, earthen or grassy area where the unit will be stable and will stay in position. Never attempt to operate the unit on a slope greater than 20 degrees, or on wet or slippery surfaces where you or someone else could slip and fall toward the chipper cone opening.

l Never operate the unit on rocky, gravel, or

covered surfaces, as this material could be sucked in to the shredder housing through the vacuum intake openings and cause damage to the shredder.

l This equipment shall not be operated in the vicinity

of bystanders. Never operate the unit where children,

pets, or others who may be unaware of the potential hazards associated with chipping, shredding, or vacuuming operations could enter the area unexpectedly

and be exposed to these hazards.

l Never use the optional hose kit to vacuum up rocky,

gravel, or stone-covered surfaces,, as this material will cause damage to the shredderand other internal components.

l Never operate in an area where sparks from the

muffler could ignite surrounding dry brush or other flammable materials. See following Fire Hazard Warning!

l Wear hearing protection when the Chipper Vacuum

is to be used for prolonged periods of time, or when-

ever noise reaches an uncomfortable level.

stone-

CAUTION

SPARK/FIRE HAZARD

GAS ENGINES MAY REQUIRE A SPARK

ARRESTER FOR SAFE OPERATION

If the engine on this unit is not equipped with a spark arrester and is to be used on any forest, brush, or grass-covered unimproved land, a spark arrester must be added to the muffler before using

the engine on such land. The arrester must be

maintained in effective working order by the opera-

tor. 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. See your authorized engine service center for muffler spark arrester options.

SAFE WEARING APPAREL

l Always wear safety goggles to protect your eyes

from flying debris when operating the Chipper Vacuum. One pair of safety goggles has been provided with the unit for your immediate use. All oth-

ers in and around the immediate area must also wear approved safety glasses to protect their eyes from flying debris.

l Always wear properly-fitted leather work gloves to

protect your hands from cuts and scratches caused

by tree limbs and branches. Never wear gloves with

pull-ties or straps, as these straps could get entan-

gled with branches and draw your hands into the chipper cone cutting areas.

l Never wear loose-fitting clothing, hanging jewelry,

ties, scarves, or other items that could get caught on

tree limbs or branches, and draw body parts into the

cutting areas of the chipper cone.

l Always tie up long hair and prevent it from hanging

down, where it could become tangled in branches or

get caught in rotating parts and pull you into the cut-

ting areas.

l Even if you are wearing heavy-duty leather work

gloves, never, ever place your hands in the chipper

cone while the unit is running. If you must reach in

to clear a jam or free up branches, shut the unit off,

allow the rotor to come to a complete stop, discon-

nect the spark plug wire at the spark plug, and care-

fully remove or clear the jammed material.

OPERATING SAFETY

l Always obey the size limitations for tree limbs and

branches stated in the Waste Materials Guide sec-

tion of this manual.

Safety Rules

l Never leave the machine running unattended.

Always turn off the engine, wait

ior the rotor to come

to a complete stop, and disconnect the spark plug

before leaving the area. Always move the unit to a

safe storage area for prolonged idle periods.

l Never allow children to operate the machine. Do not

allow adults to operate it without proper instruction.

l Always maintain secure footing and solid balance

while starting or operating the Chipper Vacuum.

Never lean directly over the machine.

l Select a speed suitable for operating conditions, and

stay clear‘of hazards such as large bushes, trees, fences and anything else that could become caught on or entangled with any part of the unit. Sudden contact with these obstacles could cause a momentary loss of control of the unit, or cause you to lose your balance and fall.

l Although the engine is powerful, never attach any

kind of cart or riding attachment to your Chipper

Vacuum. This is a walk-behind unit only, which will

provide years of reliable service when used properly.

l Always stand to one side of the chipper cone when

feeding tree limbs and branches. They may

occa-

sionally whip around forcefully or “kickback” while being chipped.

l Always keep hands out of the chipper cone when

feeding materials. Never wrap fingers tightly around

branches as you are feeding them into the unit, as a sudden inward surge could

pull your hands and arms

into the unit.

* If you are not using the discharge bag to collect

chipped debris, always direct the debris flow away from yourself and others, and always stay clear of the discharge area to avoid being struck by ricochets or material being ejected from the machine.

l Never force material as it is being fed into the

machine, as this may result in a sudden kickback of the material with sufficient force to injure you or other bystanders.

l Never allow material to build up around the engine

during Chipper Vacuum operation. This could result

in a fire, or overheating of the engine.

l When using the Chipper Vacuum as a walk-behind,

large-area blower, always make sure the area to be cleared of debris is free of gravel, stones, and other

hard debris that could be propelled with great force

by the powerful blowing action possible with this unit.

l Never continue to operate the machine if it starts

making unusual noise or vibration. Shut the engine

off immediately, allow the rotor to stop, disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug, and do the

followina:

a. Inspect the unit for any signs of damage or for-

eign material in the chipping or shredding areas. Remove any solid material that may be prevent-

ing the unit from operating properly.

b. Check for loose parts, and loose or missing hard-

ware, and repair or replace as reauired.

c. Check the oil level in the engine crankcase. See

the engine manual for the specific location of the oil dipstick, the correct the

t&e

of oil to add if the oil

checkina procedure. and

level

is low.

Never attempt to clear clogs from the chipper cone or discharge area while the unit is running. Always shut the engine off, allow the motor to come to a complete stop, and remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug before removing excess materials,

Never fill the fuel tank while the machine is running or while the engine is hot. An unexpected spillover of fuel could contact a hot surface and ignite, caus-

ing fire or explosion. Turn off the engine, and allow the engine to cool before attempting refilling.

l Never attempt to perform any maintenance, repairs,

or attachment of accessories while the unit is

run-

ning. Always shut the unit off, allow the engine to come to a complete stop, and remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug before beginning these. activities. See engine manufacturer’s owner’s al for anv exceptions.

l Never remove covers, deflectors, or warning labels

manu-

from the unit. If any of these are found to be miss-

ing, take the unit out of service until the appropriate

repairs can be made. Tag the machine so others do

not mistakenly attempt to use it while awaiting parts

or repairs.

l Always make sure that the chipper cone area is

empty before restarting the unit after it has been idle.

Attempting to start the unit with material in this area

could cause the engine starting cord to jerk or stop

suddenly, causing a risk of injury to your hand or

arm.

l Never tamper with any engine controls to alter or

increase maximum unit running speed. An

over-

speeding condition could cause the engine to over-

heat, resulting in risk of fire, permanent engine dam-

age, and voiding of your product warranty.

l Always comply with the engine manual instructions

for operating and periodic maintenance require-

ments. Make sure the oil level is always in the safe

zone, and keep the air filter element clean.

l Never attempt to defeat, bypass, or disable Chipper

Vacuum safety features. Making alterations to this

Safety Rules

equipment can result in serious injury, damage to equipment, and voiding of your warranty.

TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE

l If you must travel across rock, gravel, or other

debris-covered terrain, set the engine speed control

to Wow”, and close the variable suction control flap

by moving the selector lever to the “closed” position.

l Never lift the unit using the fuel tank, vacuum intake

areas, or covers for support. If the unit must be lifted

for vehicular transportation, always use at least two

people, and always grip the unit securely using the units rigid steel frame. The power drive feature should only be used for loading by experienced operators using ramps designed to ensure that the

unit stays properly positioned on the ramps while the

Chipper Vacuum is moving.

l If the unit must remain tilted for transportation, con-

sult the engine manual for required preparation,

Normally, engine fuel and oil must be drained to prevent dangerous fuel leakage, and unwanted transfer of the sump oil into the cylinder head area.

l Always refill the oil sump with the recommended oil

before attempting to use the unit again after it has

been drained for transportation.

l Always observe safe refueling and fuel handling

practices when refueling the unit after transportation or storage.

l Always follow the engine manual instructions for

storage preparations before storing the unit for

pro-

longed periods.

l Always follow the engine manual instructions for

proper pre-use start-up procedures when returning the unit to service.

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

l Always follow recommended engine and Chipper

Vacuum procedures when performing required service and maintenance on the unit.

l Use only factory-authorized replacement parts for

repair along with recommended factory specifications on all settings and adjustments.

l Never attempt to make major repairs on this unit

unless you have been properly trained and certified to work on high-capacity gasoline powered Chipper/ Shredder or Chipper Vacuum units. Improper service procedures can result in hazardous operation, equipment damage, and voiding of the product war-

ranty.

SAFETY DECALS

Important safety labels are shown in the following illustration. Please review these labels and if you have any questions regarding their meaning or how to comply with the instructions, re-read the complete safety instruction

text on the preceding pages, or contact your local dealer

or factory Customer Service Department. Use the pan number information provided to order a replacement label from your local factory-authorized dealer.

A. Operator Instruction Label

Part No. 1713665

B. Discharge Chute Danger Label

Part No. 5001612

C. Chipper Cone Danger Label

Pad No. 5001612

Vacuum Hose & Nozzle Intake

Danger Label

Part No. 1709529

Features & Controls

MAJOR COMPONENTS

OPTIONAL HOSE KIT ASSEMBLY

Engine . Chipper Cone/Chipper Knives . Shredding Chamber . Drive Wheels

E. Frame

F. Discharge Bag

G. Vacuum Hose w/Nozzle (optional) H.

Vacuum Nozzle w/Variable Suction Control

Vacuum Hose Intake

J. Handle Assembly

K. Transmission (not shown) L. Discharge Tube.

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