Steiner CS312, CS313 Owner's/operator's Manual

CHIPPER / SHREDDER

Model CS312

Starting Serial No. 1001

CHIPPER / SHREDDER BLOWER

Model CS313

Starting Serial No. 1001

Owner/Operator's Manual

& Illustrated Parts List

CAUTION

Avoid injuries. Read and understand Operator’s manual

before operating tractor or equipment.

It contains instructions for safe operation.

Form # 09-282C

CAUTION

• READ AND UNDERSTAND OPERATORS MANUAL
BEFORE OPERATING OR SERVICING.

• OBEY ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. FAILURE TO DO SO
MAY RESULT IN INJURY TO YOU OR OTHERS.

• BE SURE MACHINE IS IN SAFE OPERATING CONDITION
BEFORE USE.

• INSPECT MACHINE DAILY. REPLACE ALL WORN OR
DAMAGED PARTS.

• KEEP ALL GUARDS AND SHIELDS IN PLACE.

• CHECK OPERATION OF ALL SAFETY INTERLOCK
SWITCHES DAILY.

• DO NOT OVERRIDE INTERLOCK SYSTEM, IT IS FOR YOUR
PROTECTION.

• DO NOT ALLOW MINORS OR THE INEXPERIENCED TO
OPERATE MACHINE.

• KEEP PEOPLE AND PETS A SAFE DISTANCE AWAY FROM
MACHINE USING POWER DRIVEN ATTACHMENTS.
INJURY COULD RESULT FROM FLYING DEBRIS.

Date of Purchase: Month ________________Day____________________Year _______________

Dealer Name _________________________Phone__________________

Serial Number ________________________

Model Number ________________________

ALWAYS GIVE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER WHEN ORDERING SERVICE PARTS

STEINER TURF EQUIPMENT, INC.
289 N. Kurzen Rd., P.O. Box 504
Dalton, Ohio 44618

Telephone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION SECTION 1 page

Description ..........................................1-1

Specifications .........................................1-2

SAFETY SECTION 2

General Safety.........................................2-1

Safety Operating Instructions .................................2-2

INSTALLATION SECTION 3

Mounting Instructions .....................................3-1

OPERATION SECTION 4

Operating Precautions ....................................4-1

Operating Instructions ....................................4-1

Shredding, Chipping & Stopping Instructions ........................4-2

SERVICE SECTION 5

Service Schedule .......................................5-1

Adjustments ..........................................5-2

Trouble Shooting Chart ....................................5-4

PARTS SECTION 6

Parts List and Illustrations Index ...............................6-1

ASSEMBLY SECTION 7

Assembly Instructions.....................................7-1

WARRANTY ......................................last page

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INTRODUCTION section 1

Description

The Steiner Chipper/Shredder is designed to grind, shred, and chip a variety of materials into a use

able processed material to enrich, beautify and landscape. Mounted on the front of the Steiner 4-wheel

drive articulated frame tractor enables the chipper/shredder to be used in a variety of locations.

Small materials such as leaves, yard and garden debris (cornstalks, plants, prunings, vines, etc.) can

easily be processed through the shredder inlet. Sticks and branches should be limited to 1-1/2 inches in di

ameter and no longer than 24 inches to avoid excess whipping and wrapping. The processed material can

be placed in a compost pile or spread on the ground as mulch, giving a professionally landscaped look.

The chipper inlet can chip branches up to 4 inches in diameter. Several small branches can be

grouped and fed into the chute together. The chipper can reduce a pile of branches and brush into useful

and attractive decorative landscape chips.

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INTRODUCTION section 1

Specification

Overall width ________________35-5/8"
Overall height _______________44-1/2"
Overall length _______________53-1/4"
Chipper Knives _______________4hardened
Shredder Sections _____________72hardened
Rotor Diameter _______________18"
Rotor Width ________________12"
Rotor Speed (maximum) ___________1550 RPM
Shredder Throat Opening __________9-1/2" x 11"
Maximum material size for Shredder ______1-1/2" diameter x 24" long
Maximum material size for Chipper ______4"diameter
Application ________________Steiner 420, 425, 525

Power Units only

Weight __________________430lbs.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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SAFETY section 2

ATTENTION: This symbol
identifies potential health
and safety hazards. It
marks safety precautions.

ATTENTION: Your safety
and the safety of others is
involved.

BE ALERT!

SIGNAL WORD DEFINITIONS

DANGER- Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injury. This signal word is limited to the most extreme cases.

WARNING- Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.

CAUTION- Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor
or moderate injury and/or property damage. It may also be used to alert against unsafe
practices.

GENERAL SAFETY

1. Read and understand the owner's manual,

before attempting to operate this machine.

4. Do not leave equipment unattended. STOP

the engine and remove the key.

2. Operate all controls from the operator's

seat. NO RIDERS.

3. Keep all shields in place and safety switches

adjusted properly.

OPERATING SAFETY

1. STOP ENGINE to install drive belt.

2. DO NOT attempt to work on unit or any
attachments with the engine running. STOP
ENGINE!

3. Before leaving the tractor seat:

1. Disengage PTO.

2. Set PARKING brake.

3. Stop Engine.

5. Do not allow minors or the inexperienced to

operate this machine.

6. Keep people and pets a safe distance away
from machine using power driven attachments. Injury
could result from flying debris.

CAUTION!

ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY
GLASSES WHEN OPERATING
CHIPPER/SHREDDER.

DANGER!

DO NOT OPERATE WITH
PERSONS IN THE AREA.
CHIPPER/SHREDDER MAY
PROPEL OBJECTS CAUSING
POSSIBLE INJURY OR DEATH.

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SAFETY section 2

Safety Operating Instructions

1. Wear safety glasses at all times while operating the machine.

BE ALERT!

2. The operator should also wear heavy boots, gloves and other ade
quate clothing to protect himself from branches and other sharp or
harmful objects. Avoid wearing loose-fitting clothing.

3. Keep proper balance and footing at all times. Do not overreach.

4. Keep face and body away from the feed opening. Do not allow
hands, feet, or clothing inside the feeding chamber or discharge chute.

5. Move machine to a clear level area outdoors before starting. Do not
operate machine on a paved, concrete or hard gravel surface. Dis­charged material may rebound.

6. Emergency stop switch must have cable plugged into outlet on
power unit. Do not operate machine without this emergency stop
switch connected.

7. When feeding shreddable material into the machine, be extremely
careful that pieces of metal, rocks, bottles, cans or other foreign objects
are not fed into the feeding chamber.

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8. If the machine becomes clogged, disengage PTO, stop engine and
allow machine to come to a complete stop before clearing debris.

9. The chipper/shredder rotor may continue to rotate even with the en
gine stopped. Do not attempt any repairs or adjustments until the entire
machine has come to a complete stop. Never operate this machine
without the discharge screen in place.

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INSTALLATION Section 3

Mounting Instructions

The chipper/shredder should be used only on the Steiner 420, 425 and 525 power units equipped

with the required chipper/shredder electrical outlet. (This electrical outlet is shipped with each chip

per/shredder. See Section 7 for electrical outlet installation.)

NOTE: The PTO drive line is subject to shock loads while using the chipper/shredder. Therefore, the

chipper/shredder is not recommended for use on the Steiner 220 power unit. Damage to the hydrostatic

pump may result.

To mount the Chipper/Shredder do the following steps:

1. Open quick hitch latches. Drive tractor into position, aligning the quick hitch. Be sure that both

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latches are fully engaged and locked.

2. Stop engine! Do not attempt to install drive belt with engine running.

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• 3. Release double idler assembly to facilitate easy installation of the B-41 drive belt. Put belt over

drive pulley and engage or adjust double idler assembly. (See Power Unit Operator's Manual for

PTO belt tension adjustment.)

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• 4. Plug emergency stop cable into chipper/shredder electrical outlet on tractor. Be certain the

Emergency Stop Switch is pulled out for normal operation. Do not operate the Chipper/Shredder

without this cable plugged in.

• 5. Remove clip pin and rotate stand to highest position. Reinsert clip pin.

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6. A rear weight bar with 4 weights is recommended to provide additional stability in transport.

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7. Start engine, engage PTO and check operation of Emergency Stop Switch. (See photo below)

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OPERATION Section 4

Operating Precautions

This chipper/shredder is designed and tested to offer reasonably safe service, however, failure to
operate it in accordance with the following instructions may result in personal injury or death.

Operating Instructions

1. Mount the chipper/shredder according to instructions in Section 3.1.
A rear weight bar with 4 weights is recommended.

2. Wear safety glasses at all times while operating the machine. Also wear heavy boots, gloves, and
adequate clothing to protect from branches and other sharp or harmful objects. Avoid wearing
loose-fitting clothing.

3. Do not operate the chipper/shredder in the vicinity of bystanders. Do not allow minors or the
inexperienced to operate this machine.

4. By using the front lift to transport the machine, move it to a clear level area outdoors. Set the parking brake
on the tractor. Do not operate the chipper/shredder on a paved, concrete or hard gravel surface.
Discharged material may rebound. Lower machine before operating. Do not operate in transport
position.

5. Before starting the machine, make sure the cutting chamber is empty.

6. When feeding shreddable material into the machine, be extremely careful that pieces of metal, rocks,
bottles, cans or other foreign objects are not fed into the feeding chamber.

7. If the cutting mechanism strikes any foreign object, or if the machine should start making an unusual
noise or vibration or become clogged, immediately push the emergency stop switch, stop engine and
allow the machine to come to a complete stop. Take the following steps:

a. Inspect for damage.

b. Clear the debris.

c. Replace or repair any damaged parts.

d. Check for and tighten any loose parts.

8. Keep face and body away from the feed opening. Do not allow hands, feet or clothing inside the feeding
chamber or discharge chute. Do not overreach. Keep proper balance and footing at all times.

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