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Heavy Duty Wood Chipper
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, maintenance and security
indications. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious
2.5”
Rederick Metal Industries Corp.
1925 NW 21st Terrace
Miami, FL 33142
www.yardbeast.com
| (305) 396
-
3396
YB25
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User Manual
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THANK YOU!
We are very grateful that you have
purchased a wood chipper manufactured
by us. The same has been designed and
carefully fabricated to give you excellent
performance, great reliability and exceed
your expectations.
Please read carefully and follow all the
instructions in this manual before operating
this wood chipper. This manual 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 operating this
chipper. Failure to comply, could result in
personal 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 continously (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 of the 2510…………………..….8
Controls and Features…………………….11
Operation…………………………………...12
Maintenance and Adjustment.........…..13
Servicing..…………………...……………….15
Troubleshooting………………………….…17
Parts Replacement……………….……… 18
Warranty Information………………….…..19
Parts list………………………………………..20
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 NO.
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CUSTOMER SUPPORT
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 equipment, 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. Read and follow all the
instructions in this manual before operating
this machine.
When you see this symbol:
Keep Warnings in mind.
SYMBOL IDENTIFICATION
It is important that the operator understands
the safety symbols that are located in
different places of this wood chipper. Below
are the list of symbols and the information
expressed within.
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Protective equipment required for the
operation of this equipment.
•Safety goggles
•Safety gloves
• Hearing protection.
• Appropriate outwear(preferably
long-sleeved shirts and trousers for
work)
IMPORTANT FACTS ABOUT THE
EQUIPMENT
Wear Ear Protection Wear Eye Protection
Wear Safety Gloves
ONLOOKERS AWAY AT:
2.5”
INSPECT BLADES BEFORE EACH USE
USE PROTECTION
30 ft.
No hands beyond
this point
Caution
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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 noise produced by the chipper
when you feed the material into the hopper.
AVOID SLOPES
USE RECOMMENDED TOLERANCE
3/32”
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4. Use work gloves with palm of leather or
industrial 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 chippers has suffered any
important damage.
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.
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 serioulsy 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.
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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 5 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 ENGINE
To avoid serious injury, do not
modify the engine in any way. If you change
the engine governor settings, it can get ouf
of control and operate at unsafe speeds
and off-spec. Never change the factory
settings of the engine.
Installation and Setup
Cage Metal Content:
1 Wood Chipper
1 Discharge neck
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