Wood Chipper Shredder
WARNING
Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate
this machine. Please keep this manual available for consultation at any time.
Read it thoroughly and become familiar with the operating instructions,
main
tenance and security indications. Failure to follow these instructions can
result in serious injury to yourself and others.
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www.yardbeast.com
| (305) 396
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3396
Operator's
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Rederick Metal Industries Corp.
1925 NW21st Terrace
Miami, FL 33142
YB2050
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THANK YOU!
We greatly appreciate that you have
purchased a wood chipper manufactured
by us. The same has been designed and
carefully fabricated to give you excellent
performance and reliability. We truly hope it
exceeds your expectations.
Please read carefully and follow all the
instructions in this manual before operating
this wood chipper. This document tells you
how to set up, operate and maintain this
machine safely and easily. Make sure to
follow all recommended safety measures,
and instruct any other person that will be
operating this chipper. Failure to comply,
could result in personal serious injury to the
operators and others. All information
contained in this manual refers to the latest
product information available at the time of
printing. It is recommended that you review
the manual frequently to familiarize yourself
with the unit, operation and its features.
We are developing and improving our
equipment continuously (Kaizen); if you
have a problem, doubt, or if any information
in this manual does not match what is on
your wood chipper, don't hesitate to your
dealer or authorized service representative,
or any case please contact us directly. The
phone numbers, web site and mailing
address of Rederick Metal Industries Corp.
are located on the next page. In the case
that your wood chipper is equipped with an
engine; the engine manufacturer is
responsible for all matters related to the
performance, power output, specifications,
warranty and maintenance of it. For more
information see the Owner’s Manual/
Operator delivered by the engine
manufacturer. This is shipped in a separate
packaging, together with its unit.
INDEX
Important Safety Measures…..............……...3
Assembly and Setup.............…….….………..6
Controls and Features........…………………..9
Operation..........………………………………..10
Maintenance and Adjustment....…………..12
Service…….………………….……………...….13
Troubleshooting……….…............……………15
Parts Replacement.…………...………………16
Warranty……….……………….………………..17
Spare Parts List..……………….………………..18
PRODUCT REGISTRATION
Before you assemble and use your new
wood chipper, please locate the
information plate on the unit and record the
information in the boxes located at the
bottom of this page. The plate is located in
the lower left part of the machine on the
feed hopper side. If you have to request
technical support via our web site, phone
customer support, or a dealer/servicing
dealer, you will need this information.
MODEL NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER
CUSTOMER SERVICE
In case you have problems to assemble this
wood chipper or have questions with regard
to the controls, operation or maintenance
of the same, you can request assistance
from us. You can choose the options that
are presented below:
1925 NW 21 ST
TERRACE, Miami, FL 33142 /Phones: (305)
396-
3396/ web site: www.yardbeast.com
IMPORTANT SAFETY MEASURES
This machine is designed to be used in
compliance with safety regulations
contained in this manual. As with any type
of motorized equipm
ent, an error or
negligence on the part of the operator can
cause serious injury.
This machine is capable of amputating
fingers and hands; it also expel foreign
objects with great force, that can cause
damage to a person by facial and body
exposure.
In case of any emergency, attempt to shut
off engine and seek immediate help
The presence of this symbol
indicates that these are important
safety instructions that must be followed in
order to avoid putting at risk your personal
safety and other’s. Rea
d and follow all the
instructions in this manual before o
this machine
When you see this symbol
KEEP WARNINGS IN MIND
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SYMBOL IDENTIFICATION
It is important that the operator understands
the safety symbols that are located in
different pl
aces of this wood chipper. Below
are the list of symbols and the information
expressed within.
Protective equipment required for the
operation of this equipment.
• Safety goggles
• Safety gloves
•
Ear Protection (muffs or plug
•
Appropriate outwear(preferably long
sleeved shirts and trousers for work)
Wear Ear Protection
Wear
Do not place your hand
beyond this point
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EyeProtection
Wear Safety Gloves
Warning
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Train Yourself
1. Read, understand and comply with all
instructions included in this manual and in
the machine before assembling and putting
it into operation. Keep this manual in a safe
place for future reference, as well as for
ordering spare parts.
2. Familiarize yourself with all of the controls.
Please know how to stop the chipper when
it is operating and how to manipulate the
controls quickly.
3. Persons older than 16 years of age, must
read and understand the operating
instructions as well as the safety rules
contained in this manual. No persons below
16 years of age should operate this
equipment.
4. Without receiving appropriate instructions,
do not allow anyone to operate this
machine.
5. Do not turn ON the chipper in closed
spaces or in an area with little ventilation.
The gases from the engine exhaust contain
carbon monoxide, a lethal gas which is
odorless.
6. Use appropriate protective equipment in
each operation.
7. Don't put your hands close to the parts
that are in motion or inside the feed hopper
-as indicated in the prints - when in
operation. Be careful not to touch any
surface which is heated during the
operation and remains as such for a long
time after the wood chipper is shut down.
8. Stay away from the discharge, wood
debris is expelled with great speed that can
produce facial or body damage.
9. Do not operate the chipper if its belt
guard is removed.
10. Keep the passersby away from the
chipper while it is running. Do not allow the
presence of minors in the work area. Stop
the machine if anyone enters the area.
11. Turn off the engine and disconnect the
spark plug before servicing the equipment.
Preparations before chipping
1. Carefully inspect the area where the
equipment will be used.
2. Protect your eyes, always use safety
glasses while operating this machine.
Otherwise, objects thrown that bounce can
seriously injure your sight.
3. Use ear protection. This will protect you
from the engine noise and noise produced
by the chipper when you feed the material
into the hopper.
4. Use work gloves with palm of leather or
thick cotton when you feed the material
into the hopper. Before you turn on the
machine, check all bolts and accesories to
ensure that the machine is in safe operating
condition.
5. Perform a visual inspection of the
machine in frequent intervals to check
whether the chipper has suffered any
important damage resulting from operation.
6. Maintain and replace the safety labels
and instructions as necessary.
Safe Handling of Fuel
To avoid personal injury or property
damage, be very careful when handling
fuel. The fuel that is used, whether Diesel or
gasoline is highly flammable and the vapors
are explosive. You can be seriously injured if
fuel is spilled on yourself or your clothes
which can ignite. Wash your skin and
change clothes immediately.
1.Use only containers approved for Gasoline
or Diesel .
2. Never fill containers inside a vehicle or
truck. Always place containers on the
ground away from your vehicle before
filling.
3 . Keep the nozzle in contact with the edge
of the entrance to the engine fuel tank or
container at all times until it is full at
recommended engine manufacturer
specifications.
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4 . No smoking should take place. Turn off all
cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources
of ignition.
5. Never refuel the machine indoors.
6. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while
the engine is hot or running . Allow engine to
cool at least two minutes before re- fueling .
7. Never overfill the fuel tank . Fill tank to no
more than 1/ 2 inch below the base of the
neck of the thread to allow room for fuel
expansion.
8. Place the fuel cap back on and tighten
securely .
9. Clean up spilled fuel on the engine and
equipment. Move machine to another area.
Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine.
Operation of the Wood Chipper
1.Check the oil and fuel level before starting
the engine.
2 . Do not put hands near rotating parts or
power inputs . Contact with the chipper and
rotating parts –while in operation- can
seriously damage fingers, hands .
3. Before operating the machine , open it.
Check and clean the rotor of foreign debris
objects , make sure the cutting chamber is
empty and free of any foreign material.
4 . Thoroughly inspect all material to to be
chipped and remove any foreign objects such as nails, glass, steel wire, etc- that
could cause injury to you or damage the
machine.
5 . Do not attempt to chop material larger
than specified in this manual. Puts you and
the machine at risk.
6. Keep all guards and safety elements in
place and in good condition.
7. Do not operate this machine while under
the influence of alcohol or drugs.
8. Never operate this machine without good
visibility or light .
9. If the engine is hot, do not touch as it may
cause severe burns.
10. Do not attempt to move the chipper
while the engine is running .
11. While feeding material into the machine,
keep your face and body behind the
discharge zone .
12. Never attempt to unclog the outlet or
discharge opening while the engine is
running. Turn off the engine and wait until all
moving parts are at a complete stop.
13 . If any situations occur which are not
covered in this manual, be careful and use
common sense. Swiftly turn off the chipper
and then contact us for further advise on
your situation.
Maintenance and Storage
1.Never tamper with the safety components
recklessly . Check periodically that they are
functioning properly.
2 . Make sure all screws, bolts , pins and
cotter pins are in good condition to make
sure the machine is in safe operating
condition . Also , visually inspect the chipper
to control if it is damaged and determine if
repair is necessary.
3. Lubricate the bearing often as
maintenance chart (found below) to avoid
wear , it also protects from corrosion and
reduces heat , prolonging its life.
4. Before cleaning, repairing or inspecting
the chipper, stop the engine and check all
moving parts have stopped.
5 . Do not change the engine governor
settings or overspeed the same. The
governor controls the maximum safe
operating speed of the engine.
6. Maintain or replace safety and instruction
labels as necessary.
7. Follow the instructions in this manual safely
storing this machine off season.
8. Never store the chipper or fuel container
in an enclosed space where there is
presence of flame, spark or pilot light such
as water heaters, furnaces, clothes dryers,
etc.
9. Allow machine to cool at least 10 minutes
before storing after shutting it down.
10. Always refer to the operator manual for
proper instructions for off-season storage.
11. If you need to empty the fuel tank, do
this outdoors.
12. Observe the rules of proper disposal laws
and regulations for gas, fuel, oil, etc. to
protect the environment.
DO NOT MODIFY ENGIN
To avoid serious injury, do not
modify the engine in any way. If you
change the engine governor settings, it can
get out of control and operate at unsafe
speeds and off-spec.
Never change the
factory settings of the engine
ASSEMBLY AND SETUP
Installation and Setup:
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Wood Chipper Shredder YB2050
1 Discharge Hopper.
1 Chipping Hopper.
1 Pouch that includes:
Fasteners, Safety pins,
Safety accesories
1 Wheel Steel Frame
2 Pneumatic Wheels
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Operating Manual and Engine Manual
Assembly of the
YARDBEAST 2050
Note:
This unit is shipped without fuel and
without oil in the engine. Fill with either diesel
fuel or gasoline (
depending on the engine
type
) and oil as indicated in the instructions
in the engine manual BEFORE operating
your wood chipper
Taking Shipping Cage off
1.
Remove plastic wrapping.
2. Unscrew each leg
of the cage as
shown in next Figure.
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3.Lift cage (
done better by 2 persons
4.
Remove the chipper by unscrewing the
shipping fasteners.
See figure below
Discharge Hopper Assembly
1.
Assemble discharge hopper into chipper
as shown on figure below
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2. Fasteners used:
a. 4 Hex Bolts 1/4” x 1”
b. 4 Hex Nuts 1/4”
c. 4 Pressure Washers 1/4”
d. 4 Flat Washers 1/4”
Note: Do not yet assemble where triangle base goes.
Triangle back support assembly
1. Assemble triangle base as shown on
the figure below.
2. Fasteners used:
a. Same fasteners used on discharge
hopper.
Front Axle Assembly
1. Insert front axle as shown on figure
below.
2. Fasteners used:
a. 4 Hex Bolts 1/4” x 1”
b. 4 Hex Nuts 1/4”
c. 4 Pressure Washers 1/4”
d. 4 Flat Washers 1/4”
1. Insert wheel on each shaft.
2. Insert 5/8" flat washer before inserting
safety cotter pin as shown on figure
below. Deform cotter pin legs with
pliers.
Fasteners used
i. 4 Flat Washer 5/8"
ii. 2 Cotter Pins 3/16” x 1"
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