Craftsman

Owner's Manual

8.5 Horse Power

Model No.

CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions.

	770-1228A
Printed in U.S.A.	(3/98)

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Contents

Craftsman Engine Product SpecificationTow HitchKit To cause cancer, birthdefects or other reproductiveharm General Operation ImpellertocometoacompletestopTheimpeller ServiceChildren Your Responsibility ChipperChute HopperLoose Parts Unpacking from Carton Spacer-J-Hinge Attaching Hopper Assembly Attaching the Catcher BAG Attaching the Chipper Chute Operating Controls Meets Ansi Safety Standards Starting Engine GAS and OIL FILL-UPOil Packed with unit Add oil if necessary. Replace dipstick To lowerthe hopper assembly, use one handto Using Your CHIPPER-SHREDDERStopping Engine Engine Maintenance CleaningChangesbecomesstdngy,etc. or if the rate at which General Recommendations Customer Responsibilities Lubrication Ifnecessary,replacepaper filterdo not attemptAvoid these areas Spark Plug MufflerPage Sharpening or Replacing Blades Removing the Flail ScreenHex Nut Washer Hand Knobs Chipper Blades Adjusting Carburetor Disconnectsparkplug wire and move it awayTires Engine Speed Engine CHIPPER-SHREDDEROther Season ContactyourSEARS service center Serviceaircleaner Loss of power operationerraticEnginefailstostart Fueltankempty,orstalefuel Model Sears Craftsman 8.5 H.P. CHIPPER-SHREDDER Key PartNo No 53 714-0149B 57 781-0510B 770-1228A 11480 681-0118 681-0144 710-0542 757 RPM Low 21132 Carburetor ¢p-.4 Sears