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5 INCH CHIPPER/SHREDDER/BLOWER
ENGLISH
TROUBLESHOOTING
Engine stalls or belt
squeals when engaging
clutch.
Engaging clutch too fast.
Engage clutch more slowly.
Plugged rotor.
Clear rotor. Feed material more evenly.
Belt tension too loose.
Replace belt or spring.
Material from chipper
wraps around rotor shaft
Stringy, green material
bypasses chipper blades.
Rotate branch or material when feeding to cut completely.
Dull chipper blades.
Sharpen blades.
Improper blade clearance.
Adjust clearance between anvil and chipper blades.
Excessive vibration while
running.
Drive system vibration.
Check drive belts and pulleys for bad or worn areas. Check for
dull chipper blades or shredder knives.
Rotor out of balance.
Inspect rotor for broken or missing chipper blades and shredder
knives; replace if needed. Check rotor to see if it wobbles.
Check to see if rotor is assembled correctly.
Chipper blade to anvil clearance
is incorrect.
Set chipper blade/anvil clearance to recommended distance (1/16”
to 1/8”).
Rotor will not turn.
Drive belt too loose or broken.
Replace belt or spring.
Obstructed discharge.
Use branch or similar object to clear discharge.
Plugged rotor.
Clear rotor. Feed material more evenly.
Cannot engage clutch.
Improper belt installation; belt
not under belt guide.
Install belt properly; install belt under belt guide.
Improper belt tension.
Adjust belt tension. Replace belt or spring if needed.
Excessive belt wear.
Not using correct belt.
Contact your nearest authorized dealer to order the correct belt for
your chipper/shredder.
Pulley(s) damaged or worn.
Replace pulley(s).
Pulley(s) not in alignment.
Align pulley(s) with straight edge.
Belt(s) tension too loose.
Replace belt or spring.
Trailer sways during
towing.
Tire air pressure not correct
Check tire sidewall for inflation limits.
