Troy-Bilt 204 User Manual

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

Chipper Shredder Vacuum - Model 204

IMPORTANT

READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION

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 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

TROY BILT LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019

FORM NO. 769-00170F

5/23/ 2007

This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new chipper shredder vacuum. It will help you assem-

ble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says.

Table of Contents

Customer Support .............................................. 2

Safe Operation Practices ................................... 4

Setting Up Your Chipper Shredder Vacuum ..... 6

Operating Your Chipper Shredder Vacuum ...... 8

Maintaining Your Chipper Shredder Vacuum . 10

Finding and Recording Model Number

BEFORE YOU START ASSEMBLING YOUR NEW EQUIPMENT, please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the information to the sample model plate provided to the right. You can locate the model plate by standing behind the unit and looking down at the frame below the engine. This information will be necessary to use the manufacturer’s web site and/or obtain assistance from the Customer Support Department or an authorized service dealer.

Troubleshooting ................................................ 12

Safety Labels .................................................... 13

Parts List ........................................................... 14

Warranty .............................................. Back Page

www.troybilt.com

TROY-BILT LLC P. O. BOX CLEVELAND, OH 44136

330-558-7220 800-828-5500

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Customer Support

Please do

purchased, without ﬁrst contacting Customer Support.

If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of this unit, you can seek help from the experts. Choose from the options below:

1. Visit

2. Phone a

3. The

troybilt.com. Click on the Support tab.

Customer Support Representative at 1 (800) 828-5500.

engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related issues with regards to performance, power-rating, specifica-

tions, warranty and service. Please refer to the engine manufacturer’s Owner’s/Operator’s Manual, packed separately with your unit, for more information.

NOT

return the unit to the retailer from which it was

NOTES

Use this page to make notes and write down important information.

WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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!

Your Responsibility

Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.

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

1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the ma-

chine 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.

2. Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation.

Know how to stop the machine and disengage them

quickly.

3. 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 super vised by a

parent.

4. Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper

instruction.

5. 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.

6. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area.

Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless

and deadly gas.

7. 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.

8. Never attempt to unclog either the feed intake or dis

charge 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.

1. 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.

2. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during opera

tion or while performing an adjustment or repair, to protect

eyes. Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious

injury to the eyes.

3. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-fitting

slacks and shirts. Loose fitting clothes or jewelry can be

caught in movable parts. Never operate this machine

in bare feet or sandals. Wear leather work gloves when

feeding material in the chipper chute.

4. Before starting, check all bolts and screws for proper tight

ness to be sure the machine is in safe working condition.

Also, visually inspect machine for any damage at frequent

intervals.

5. Maintain or replace safety and instructions labels, as

necessary.

6. 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.

a. Use only an approved gasoline container.

b. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other

sources of ignition.

c. Never fuel machine indoors.

d. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot

or running.

e. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refuel

ing.

f. 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.

g. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.

h. If gasoline is spilled, wipe it of f the engine and equip

ment. Move machine to another area. Wait 5 minutes

before starting the engine.

i. Never store the machine or fuel container inside where

there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light (e.g. furnace,

water heater, space heater, clothes dr yer, etc.).

j. 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.

k. Allow machine to cool at least 5 minutes before storing.

Preparation

Operation

1. 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.

2. Before starting the machine, make sure the chipper chute,

feed intake, and cutting chamber are empty and free of all

debris.

3. 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.

4. If the impeller strikes a foreign object 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 per form the following steps:

a. Inspect for damage.

b. Repair or replace any damaged parts.

c. Check for any loose parts and tighten to assure

continued safe operation.

5. 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.

6. Do not attempt to shred or chip material larger than

specified on the machine or in this manual. Personal injury

or machine damage could result.

7. 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.

8. Never operate without vacuum bag and discharge chute

properly attached to the machine. Never empty or change

vacuum bag while the engine is running. Zippered end

of vacuum bag must be kept closed at all times during

operation.

9. Never operate without either the inlet nozzle or optional

hose attachment properly attached to the machine. Never

attempt to attach or change either attachment while the

engine is running.

10. Keep all guards, deflectors and safety devices in place and

operating properly.

11. 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.

12. Never operate this machine without good visibility or light.

Always be sure of your footing and keep a firm hold on the

handles.

13. Do not operate this machine on a gravel surface.

14. Do not operate this machine while under the influence of

alcohol or drugs.

15. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do

not touch.

16. Never pick up or carry machine while the engine is running.

Maintenance & Storage

1. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper

operation regularly.

2. Check bolts and screws for proper tightness at frequent

intervals to keep the machine in safe working condition.

Also, visually inspect machine for any damage and repair,

if needed.

3. 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.

4. Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed

the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe

operating speed of the engine.

5. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as

necessary.

6. Follow this manual for safe loading, unloading, transport

ing, and storage of this machine.

7. 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.

8. Always refer to the operator’s manual for proper instruc

tions on off-season storage.

9. If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors.

10. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil,

etc. to protect the environment.

Do not modify engine

To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any way. Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds. Never tamper with factory setting of engine governor.

Notice regarding Emissions

Engines which are certiﬁed to comply with California and federal EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) are certiﬁed to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and may include the following emission control systems: Engine Modiﬁcation (EM) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped.

Your Responsibility

Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.

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 IT’S WARNING!

Your Responsibility

Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.

Setting

Up Your

Chipper

Shredder

Vacuum

Bag

Nozzle

Tamper

Plug

Chipper Chute

IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. Be certain to service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual before operating your machine.

Loose Parts In Carton

1. Following is the list of loose parts shipped with your equipment. Compare the parts with the illustration in Figure 3-1 to identify these items.

a. Nozzle

b. Bag

c. Chipper Chute

d. Engine Oil (May be located in bag)

e. Safety Glasses

f. Tamper Plug (If Equipped)

IMPORTANT

This unit is shipped

without gasoline or

oil in the engine. Be

certain to service

engine with gasoline

and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual before operat-

ing your machine.

NOTE: All references in this manual to the left or right side of the chipper shredder vacuum is from the operating position only. Exceptions, if any, will be specified.

Safety Glasses

Figure 3-1

Figure 3-2

Bottle of Oil

NOTE: All references in this manual to the left or right side of the yard vacuum is from the operating position only. Exceptions, if any, will be specified.

Attaching The Nozzle

2. a. Remove three wing nuts from the front of the chipper shredder vacuum. See Figure 3-2.

b. Place nozzle in position over three studs on unit.

c. Secure with wing nuts just removed. See Figure

3-2.

NOTE: The metal tab on the nozzle must depress the safety switch button attached to the front of the chipper shredder vacuum or engine will not start. See Figure 3-2.

Attaching The Chipper Chute

3. Loosen, but do not remove, the two hex bolts, flat

washers, and flange nuts which are secured to the support bracket. See Figure 3-3.

NOTE: The metal tab on the nozzle must depress the safety switch button attached to the front of the chipper shredder vacuum or the engine will not start.

Figure 3-3

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