SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR CHIPPER SHREDDER VACUUM
•Read, understand, and follow all instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating. A pair of safety glasses has been provided with this equipment.
WARNING: Always wear safety glasses during operation or while performing any adjustments or repairs. Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes.
Gas & Oil Fill-Up
Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the engine manual. Read instructions carefully.
WARNING: Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition.
Starting Engine
WARNING: Keep bystanders, helpers, pets, and children at least 75 feet from the machine before starting and while operating. Do not operate this machine unless the discharge chute and bag have been properly installed and secured to the machine.
•Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain the metal cap on the end of the spark plug is fastened securely over metal tip on the spark plug.
•Make certain drive clutch control is in the disengaged (released) position.
•Engines with choke lever: Move choke lever on engine to CHOKE position. (A warm engine may not require choking).
•Engines with primer: Prime engine as instructed in the engine manual.
•Move engine throttle control lever to FAST or START position.
•Place one foot on the left rear wheel to prevent the unit from skidding while starting.
•Grasp starter handle and pull rope out slowly until engine reaches start of compression cycle (rope will pull slightly harder at this point).
NOTE: A noise will be heard at the start of the compression cycle, which will continue to be heard till the impeller reaches full speed.
•Keeping a firm grip on the starter handle, pull rope with a rapid, continuous, full arm stroke. Let the rope rewind slowly.
•Repeat until engine cranks. When engine starts, move choke control (if equipped) gradually to RUN position.
NOTE: See your engine manual packed with your unit for more detailed instructions.
To Empty Bag
•Open the large zipper in the rear of the bag to empty the contents. Be certain the zipper is closed completely when operating the unit.
•If bag is removed for any reason, follow instructions for attaching the bag in the ASSEMBLY section.
To Engage Drive
•To engage the wheel drive, hold the drive clutch control against the upper handle.
•Release the drive clutch control to stop the rear wheels from driving.
•Release the drive clutch control to slow down when negotiating an obstacle, making a turn, or stopping.
•Engage control slowly to prevent the front wheels from lifting up.
Using the Chipper Shredder Vacuum
•Place both hands on top of upper handle to push unit over yard waste. Yard waste such as leaves and pine needles can be vacuumed up through the nozzle for shredding.
•After material has been shredded by the blades on the impeller assembly, it will be discharged into catcher bag. Do not attempt to shred or chip any material other than vegetation found in a normal yard (i.e. branches, leaves, twigs, etc.) Avoid fibrous plants such as tomato vines until they are thoroughly dried out. Materials such as stalks or heavy branches up to 3” in diameter may be fed into the chipper chute.
WARNING: Do not attempt to shred, chip, or vacuum any material larger than specified on the machine or in this manual. Personal injury or damage to the machine could result.
IMPORTANT: The flail screen is located inside the housing in the discharge area. If the flail screen becomes clogged, remove and clean as instructed in the maintenance section. For best performance, it is also important to keep the chipper blade sharp.
Tire Pressure (Pneumatic tires only)
Maximum tire pressure under any circumstance is 30 psi. Equal tire pressure should be maintained at all times.
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