Yard Machines 462B, 465A Owner's Manual

MACHINES

OWNER'S GUIDE

Chipper - Shredders

Model Series

462B 5 H.P.

thru

465A 8 H.P.

(Model 465A shown)

IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

Warning: This unit is equ=pped 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 368022 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.

MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

FORM NO. 770-0371M

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SECTION 1" IMPORTANT SAFETY 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 YOUR CHIPPER-SHREDDER. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE
INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL: HEED ITS

WARNING.

DANGER: Your chipper-shredder 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 chipper-shredder is capable of amputating fingers and hands and throwing
objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

1. GENERAL OPERATION

* Read this owner's guide carefully in its entirety

before attempting to assemble this machine. Read,
understand, and follow all instructions on the
machine and in the manual(s) before operation. Be
completely familiar with the controls and the proper
use of the machine before operating it. Keep this -
manual in a safe place for future and regular

reference and for ordering replacement parts.

. Your chipper-shredder is a powerful tool, not a

plaything. Therefore, exercise extreme caution at all

times, Your unit has been designed to perform two
jobs; to chip and shred vegetation found in a normal
yard. Do not use it for any other purpose.

Never allow children under age 16 to operate the
unit. Children 16 years and older should only operate
the unit under close parental supervision. Only
responsible individuals who are familiar with these
rules of safe operation should be allowed to use your

unit.

Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,

particularly small children and pets, Stop the engine
when they are in the vicinity of the unit. Keep work

area clean and clear of branches or obstacles which
could cause you to stumble or fall.

When feeding material into this equipment, be
extremely careful that pieces of metal, rocks, bottles,

cans or other foreign objects are not included.

Personal injury or damage to the machine could

result.
Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles, during

operation and while performing an adjustment or
repair, to protect eyes from foreign objects that may

be thrown from the machine.
Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close

fitting slacks and shirt. Shirt and slacks that cover the
arms and legs and steel-toed shoes are
recommended. Do not wear loose fitting clothes or

jewelry and secure hair so it is above shoulder

length. They can be caught in moving parts. Never

operate a unit in bare feet, sandals or sneakers.
Wear gloves when feeding material in the chipper
chute or shredder hopper.

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Never place your hands, feet, or any part of your
body into the shredder hopper, chipper chute,

discharge opening, or near any moving part while the
engine is running. Keep clear of the discharge

opening at all times, If it becomes necessary to push

material into the chipper chute or shredder hopper,

use a small diameter stick, NOT YOUR HANDS.

If it is necessary for any reason to unclog the feed
intake or discharge openings or to inspect or repair
any part of the machine where a moving part can
come in contact with your body or clothing, stop the
machine, allow it to cool, disconnect the spark plug
wire from the spark plug and move it away from the
spark plug before attempting to unclog, inspect or
repair.

• Do not operate unit while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.

The machine should only be operated on a level
surface. Never operate your unit on a slippery, wet,
muddy or icy surface. Keep your work area clean

and clear of branches or obstacles which could
cause you to stumble and fall. Do not overreach,

Maintaining proper footing and balance is essential

to preventing accidents.
Do not allow an accumulation of processed material

to build-up in the discharge area as this will prevent
proper discharge and can result in kick-back from the
chipper chute.

Keep your face and body back from chipper chute to
avoid accidental bounce back of any material.

Do not transport machine while engine is running.

If the cutting mechanism strikes a foreign object or if
your machine should start making an unusual noise
or vibration, immediately stop the engine and allow
the machine to come to a complete stop. Disconnect
the spark plug wire and move it away from the spark
plug. Take the following steps.

Inspect for damage.
Repair or replace any damaged parts.

for any loose parts and tighten to assure (

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continued safe operation.

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Never attempt to attach or remove catcher bag when

engine is running. Shut the engine off and wait for
the impeller to come to a complete stop. The impeller
continues to rotate for a few seconds after the engine

is shut oft. Never place any part of the body in the

impeller area until you are sure the impeller has
stopped rotating.

Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a
burn. Do not touch.

• Do not allow leaves or other debris to build-up on
engine's muffler. The debris could ignite and cause a

fire.

• Do not attempt to shred or chip material larger than
specified in this manual. Personal injury or damage

to the machine could result.
Do not operate engine if air cleaner or cover over

air-intake is removed, except for
Removal of such pads could create a

carburetor
adjustment.

tire hazard.
Only use accessories approved for this machine by

the manufacturer. Read, understand, and follow all
instructions provided with the approved accessory.

if situations occur which are not covered by this
manual, use care and good judgment. Contact your

dealer for assistance.

Keep discharge chute deflector, chipper chute door,
and all other guards and safety devices in place and
operating properly.

Only operate unit in good daylight. Do not operate
unit at night or in dark areas where your vision may
be impaired.

2. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the
presence of small children. Children are often attracted to
the chipper-shredder and the chipping and shredding
activity. Never assume that children will remain where you

last saw them.

Keep children out of the work area and under the
watchful eye of a responsible adult other than the
operator.

Be alert and turn the unit off if a child enters the area.

• Never allow children under the age of 16 to operate
the chipper-shredder.

3. SERVICE

° Use extreme care in handling gasoline and other

fuels. They are extremely flammable and the vapors
are explosive.

Store fuel and oil in approved containers, away from
heat and open flame, and out of the reach of

children. Check and add fuel before starting the
engine. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the
engine is running. Allow engine to cool at least two

minutes before refueling.

• Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe off any
spilled gasoline before starting the engine as it may

cause a fire or explosion.

• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other
sources of ignition.

• Never refuel unit indoors because flammable vapors
will accumulate in the area.

Never store the machine or fuel container inside
where there is an open flame or spark such as a gas

hot water heater, space heater, clothes dryer or
furnace.

Never run your machine in an enclosed area as the
exhaust from the engine contains carbon monoxide,
which is an odorless, tasteless and deadly poisonous

gas.

To reduce fire hazard, keep engine and muffler free
of leaves, grass, and other debris build-up. Clean up
fuel and oil spillage. Allow unit to cool at least 5
minutes before storing.

Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make
certain the impeller and all moving parts have
stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep
wire away from spark plug to prevent accidental
starting. Do not use flammable solutions to clean air

filter.

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Check the blade and engine mounting screws at
frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also visually
inspect blades for wear and/or damage (e.g, bent,
cracked). Replace with blades which meet original
equipment specifications.

Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.

Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operation regularly.

After striking a foreign object, immediately stop the
engine, disconnect the spark plug wire from the
spark plug, and thoroughly inspect the unit for any
damage. Repair damage before starting and
operating unit.

Do not alter or tamper with the engine's governor

setting. The governor controls the maximum safe
operating speed of the engine. Over-speeding the
engine is dangerous and will cause damage to the
engine and to other moving parts of the machine.

WARNING - YOUR RESPONSIBILITY: Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read,

understand and follow the wa.n_ngs and nstruct_ons n this manual and on the machine.

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