Simplicity 14E manual Regular Maintenance

Regular Maintenance

Keeping your chipper/shredder in top running condition will prolong its life, and help you obtain optimum perfor- mance whenever you wish to chip or shred yard or gar- den waste.

Please read the normal care schedule below, and observe these recommended care operating intervals to extend the life of your unit.

NORMAL CARE PROCEDURES & SCHEDULE

Perform Each item at the Interval Shown

ITEM	Page	5 Hrs	25 Hrs	100 Hrs*
Check For Loose Parts & Hardware	19	●
Check Oil Level And Add As Req’d	19	● Each Use
Change Oil	19		● **
Change Spark Plug	20			●
Clean Engine Fins & Air Intake Area	20	●
Clean/Oil Air Filter Element	21		●
Inspect Starter Rope & Handle	21			●
Inspect Battery & Electrical Connections	21			●
Check Battery Electrolyte Level	21			●
Lube Starter Drive Gear	22			●
Lubricate Wheel Axles	22			●
Inspect Chipper Cone & Shredder Hopper	22			●
Inspect Hopper Guards	23			●
Inspect/Rotate Shredding Hammers	23		●
Inspect/Sharpen Chipping Knives	23		●
Check Safety Labels	24	● Each Use

*Perform required care yearly or at 100 Hour intervals, whichever is less.

**Change the engine oil after the first 5 hours of operation, then after every 25 hours of operation. See engine manual for oil recommendations or contact your dealer.

NOTE: Any unusual noise or vibration, decreased performance, or engine odor, requires immediate attention.

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