Maintenance & Adjustments
Maintenance
General Recommendations
•Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.
•The warranty on this chipper/shredder vacuum does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from warranty, operator must maintain the equipment as instructed here.
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•All adjustments should be checked at least once each season.
•Periodically check all fasteners and make sure these are tight.
WARNING: Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and ground against engine before performing any type of maintenance on your machine.
Lubrication
1.Lubricate each wheel shoulder screw (rear wheel) and pivot arm axle (front wheel) once a season with light oil.
2.Lubricate the pivot points of the nozzle height adjustment levers once a season with light oil.
3.Lubricate the locking rod with light oil to ease the application of attaching on or removing bag.
4.Lubricate the nozzle/hose vac lever on top of the nozzle once a season with light oil. See Fig.
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5.Follow the separate engine manual packed with your unit for lubrication instructions.
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Equipment Care
•Clean the chipper/shredder vacuum thoroughly after each use.
•Wash bag periodically with water. Allow to dry thoroughly in shade.
•If the flail screen becomes clogged, remove and clean as instructed below.
NOTE: Cleaning with a forceful spray of water is not recommended as it could contaminate the fuel system.
Engine Care
NOTE: Refer to the engine operation and maintenance sections in this manual for detailed instructions.
•Maintain oil level.
•Service air cleaner every 100 hours or once a season under normal conditions. Clean more frequently under extremely dusty conditions.
•Clean spark plug and reset the gap every 25 hours or once a season.
•Clean engine regularly with a cloth or brush. Keep the area around the top of the engine clean to permit proper air circulation. Remove all grass, dirt, and combustible debris from muffler area.
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