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5 INCH CHIPPER/SHREDDER/BLOWER

ENGLISH

      

SAFETY

1.5  MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE SAFETY

1.6  TOWING SAFETY

1.7  BATTERY SAFETY

DANGER / POISON

          SHIELD EYES

EXPLOSIVE GASES 

CAN CAUSE

BLINDNESS OR

INJURY

      NO

•  SPARKS

•  FLAMES

•  SMOKING

SULFURIC 

ACID

CAN CAUSE

BLINDNESS OR

SEVERE BURNS

FLUSH EYES

IMMEDIATELY

WITH WATER

GET 

MEDICAL

HELP

FAST

KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. DO NOT TIP.  KEEP VENT CAPS TIGHT AND LEVEL.

14. 

Check blade bolts for proper torque after every 8 hours 

of  operation.  Check  blades  and  rotate  or  resharpen 

daily or as required to keep blades sharp.  Failure to do 

so may cause poor performance, damage or personal 

injury and will void the machine warranty.

1. 

Rotate the discharge tube to face the opposite direction 

of the towing vehicle before towing.

2. 

Insert transport safety pin and clip, and set brake handle 

to locked position, if applicable.

3. 

Connect hitch safety chains.  Tighten trailer hitch bolts.  

Do not attempt to tow the trailer if the vehicle is not 

equipped with a 2” (50 mm) ball.

4. 

Do not exceed the maximum towing speed indicated 

on  tire  sidewall.    Inflate  tires  to  manufacturer’s 

specifications as stated on the tire sidewall.

5. 

Optimum  towing  performance  can  be  achieved  by 

maintaining a horizontal trailer hitch.

6. 

Check wheel lug bolts periodically to ensure they are 

tight and secure.

7. 

Make sure the jack stand and the rear stabilizer (where 

applicable) on the trailer are in the UP position during 

towing.  Place  the  jack  stand  on  a  level  surface  and 

secure it in the DOWN position before using.

8.  Never allow passengers to ride on the machine.
9. 

If applicable, shut off fuel supply when towing.

10. 

Towing  laws  may  vary  in  different  countries/regions/

states. It is recommended that you contact your local 

motor vehicle department for any special regulations 

that pertain to towing and know the laws of any country/

region/state you travel through.

Improper use and care of the battery on electric start models 

can result in serious personal injury or property damage.  

Always observe the following safety precautions.

Poison/Danger  -  Causes  Severe  Burns.  The  battery 

contains  sulfuric  acid.   Avoid  contact  with  skin,  eyes  or 

clothing.  Keep out of reach of children.

• 

ANTIDOTE-External Contact:

  Flush immediately 

with water.

• 

ANTIDOTE-Internal: 

 Drink a large amount of water 

or milk.  Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten egg 

or vegetable oil. Call a physician immediately. 

• 

ANTIDOTE-Eye Contact:  

Flush with water for 15 

minutes. Get prompt medical attention.

1. 

The battery produces explosive gases.  Keep sparks, 

flame or cigarettes away.  Ventilate area when charging 

battery.   Always  wear  safety  goggles  when  working 

near battery.

2. 

The battery contains toxic materials.  Do not damage 

battery  case.    If  case  is  broken  or  damaged,  avoid 

contact with battery contents.

3. 

Neutralize  acid  spills  with  a  baking  soda  and  water 

solution.  Properly dispose of a damaged or worn-out 

battery.  Check with local authorities for proper disposal 

methods.

4. 

Do not short circuit battery. Severe fumes and fire can 

result.

5. 

Before  working  with  electrical  wires  or  components, 

disconnect  battery  ground  (negative)  cable  first.  

Disconnect positive cable second.  Reverse this order 

when reconnecting battery cables.

1. 

Before  inspecting,  servicing,  storing,  or  changing 

an  accessory,  shut  off  the  machine  and  make  sure 

all moving parts have come to a complete stop. 

Disconnect  the  battery  and  remove  the  ignition  key 

where applicable.

2. 

Replace  any  missing  or  unreadable  safety  decals.  

Refer to the safety decal section for part numbers.

3. 

Allow machine to cool before storing in an enclosure.

4. 

Store the machine out of reach of children and where 

fuel vapors will not reach an open flame or spark.

5. 

Never store this machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside 

a  building  where  fumes  may  be  ignited  by  an  open 

flame or spark.  Ignition sources can be hot water and 

space heaters, furnaces, clothes dryers, stoves, electric 

motors, etc.

6. 

Drain the fuel and dispose of it in a safe manner for 

storage periods of three months or more.

Summary of Contents for BEAR CAT SC5720B

Page 1: ...ER S MANUAL Manual P N 76869 00 Rev 010113 Companion to P N 77024 00 VIN Range 5VJAA0019DW003794 Current 5 INCH CHIPPER SHREDDER BLOWER SC5720B SUBARU 720cc ENGLISH ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS www bearcatproducts com ...

Page 2: ...ncluded in your owner s kit packaged with your machine Please take the time to fill in the information requested on the card When you send your completed card to us we will register your machine and start your coverage under our limited warranty or go to bearcatproducts com warranty warranty registration HOW TO CONTACT ECHO BEAR CAT ADDRESS PHONE E MAIL HOURS 237 NW 12th Street P O Box 849 West Fa...

Page 3: ...rant replacement components not manufactured or sold by Crary Industries 1 This warranty applies only to parts or components that are defective in material or workmanship 2 This warranty does not cover normal wear items including but not limited to bearings belts pulleys filters chipper blades shredder flails or knives 3 This warranty does not cover normal maintenance service or adjustments 4 This...

Page 4: ...FUEL TANK 8 FEATURES CONTROLS 9 OPERATION 11 4 1 STARTING MACHINE 11 4 2 STOPPING THE MACHINE 11 4 3 SHREDDER ADJUSTER 11 4 4 OPERATION 11 4 5 OPERATION TIPS 12 SERVICE MAINTENANCE 13 5 1 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 13 5 2 CHIPPER BLADE MAINTENANCE 14 5 3 REMOVING THE BLADES 14 5 4 SHARPENING THE BLADES 14 5 5 LUBRICATION 15 5 6 SETTING CHIPPING BLADE CLEARANCE 15 5 7 REPLACING SHREDDER KNIVES 16 5 8 SHR...

Page 5: ...so be a violation of other state and or federal regulations laws ordinances or codes Contact your local fire marshal or forest service for specific information about which regulations apply in your area The standard muffler installed on the engine is not equipped with a spark arrester One must be added before using this machine in an area where a spark arrester is required by law Contact the local...

Page 6: ...plete stop Disconnect the battery and remove the ignition key where applicable 16 Check that all screws nuts bolts and other fasteners are secured tightened and in proper working condition before starting the machine 17 Do not transport or move machine while it is operating or running 1 Always stand clear of discharge area when operating this machine Keep face and body away from feed and discharge...

Page 7: ...the battery on electric start models can result in serious personal injury or property damage Always observe the following safety precautions Poison Danger Causes Severe Burns The battery contains sulfuric acid Avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing Keep out of reach of children ANTIDOTE External Contact Flush immediately with water ANTIDOTE Internal Drink a large amount of water or milk Follow ...

Page 8: ...TIONS FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE POOR PERFORMANCE DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY AND WILL VOID THE MACHINE WARRANTY CAREFULLY READ THE USER MANUAL BEFORE ACTIVATION IF THE USER MANUAL WAS NOT INCLUDED WITH ANY QUESTIONS OR CALL 1 701 282 5520 READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS OWNER OPERATORS MANUAL BE COMPLETELY FAMILIAR WITH THE CONTROLS AND THE PROPER USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT OBTAIN AND WEAR SAFETY GLASSES AND U...

Page 9: ...pond to the decals in Section 1 8 Familiarize yourself with all of the safety and operational decals on the machine and the associated hazards See the engine owner s manual or contact the engine manufacturer for engine safety instructions and decals Make certain that all safety and operating decals on this machine are kept clean and in good condition Decals that need replacement must be applied to...

Page 10: ... 2 1 Non CE compliant model shown Figure 2 2 Hitch attachment locations Figure 2 3 Wire Harness routing CE Compliant model shown 8 8 8 1 First attach the hitch pole assembly 10 to the hitch channel in the trailer deck bottom with two 3 8 x 3 1 4 bolts 1 washers 2 and nylock nuts 3 and one 3 8 x 3 bolt 4 two washers 2 and nylock nut 3 See Figure 2 1 2 NOTE three coated clamps 8 will be used for wir...

Page 11: ... Attach lanyard with discharge pin 11 as shown in Figure 2 5 Figure 2 6 Attach discharge deflector Figure 2 4 Attach clamp ring and spacer Figure 2 5 Attach discharge tube 5 Lubricate the chute by applying grease to the grease zerk at the base of the chute Rotate the chute and apply grease until the chute rotates freely 6 Rotate the tube 360 degrees and lock it in place with the lock pin to make s...

Page 12: ...oil specified in the engine owner s manual WARNING Gasoline and diesel fuels are highly flammable and their vapors are explosive To prevent personal injury or property damage Store fuel only in approved containers in well ventilated unoccupied buildings away from sparks or flames A container with a capacity of 2 gallons or less with a pouring spout is recommended Do not fill the fuel tank while th...

Page 13: ...ER ENGLISH Section FEATURES CONTROLS 3 9 6 4 1 7 3 5 2 8 Understanding how your machine works will help you achieve the best results when using your machine The following descriptions define the features and controls of your machine ...

Page 14: ...s the shredder knives and chipper blades in order to check them or remove them for sharpening 6 OWNER S MANUAL CONTAINER Conveniently stores your owner s and parts manuals 7 SAFETY SWITCH This machine is equipped with a engine kill safety switch that prevents the the engine from starting unless the knife access cover is closed 8 SHREDDER ADJUSTER Move the shredder adjuster lever up to produce smal...

Page 15: ...e discharge tube After the engine has been started and properly allowed to warm to an operating temperature you can begin operating the chipper To properly start and operate the chipper follow the steps below 1 AFTER engine is warmed and ready for use move the throttle control back to approximately 25 of full throttle 2 When engine is running at approximately 25 of full throttle SLOWLY engage belt...

Page 16: ...ing blades 6 If the engine slows to where it may stall stop feeding material and allow the engine to recover Feed material more evenly 7 If the chipper jams remove the branch and rotate it before reinserting it into the chute Alternately insert and retract the limb or insert continuously at a rate that will not kill the engine 8 NEVER use the belt engagement to clear a plugged rotor This may cause...

Page 17: ...false start the engine rotation must be allowed to come to a complete stop before attempting to restart the engine If the starter is engaged while the flywheel is rotating the starter pinion and flywheel ring gear may clash resulting in damage to the starter If the starter does not turn the engine over shut off starter immediately Do not make further attempts to start the engine until the conditio...

Page 18: ...AND GAP ENGINE OIL CHECK FILL FUEL TANK CHECK FILL ALL INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL NUTS AND BOLTS CHECK TIGHTNESS TIRE PRESSURE CHECK BATTERY CONNECTIONS CHECK CHIPPER ANVIL CHECK CLEARANCE AND RE TORQUE TO 75 FT LBS 2 CHIPPER BLADES CHECK SHARPNESS AND RE TORQUE TO 25 FT LBS 2 SHREDDER KNIVES CHECK CONDITION ENTIRE MACHINE CLEAN DRIVE BELT CHECK BELT TENSION CHECK BELT PULLEY ALIGNMENT CHECK GREASE ZER...

Page 19: ...rformance 2 Regrind the angled edge of the chipping blades to 45 degrees see below Make sure some type of fixture is used to correctly hold the blade at the proper angle 3 Be careful when grinding so that the blade does not become overheated and change color This will remove the heat treated properties 4 Use short grinding times and cool with water or some type of liquid coolant 5 Remove an equal ...

Page 20: ...osing the chipper shredder compartment 3 Remove the dust cover on the front side of the machine 4 Remove the belt guards on the rear of the machine 5 Loosen the set screws holding the lock collars on the front and rear 2 bolt flange bearings 6 Use a punch and hammer to tap the lock collars directly opposite normal rotation On the front side tap punch in a CW rotation On the rear side tap punch in ...

Page 21: ...ine drive pulley The pulley should be moved an equal but opposite amount that the rotor was moved 10 Insure the pulley drive key is completely seated under the pulley and tighten the set screws 11 Check pulley alignment by laying a straight edge across the pulley faces Pulley faces should line up If not determine which pulley to adjust and repeat alignment check 12 Replace the belt guard and plast...

Page 22: ...e pulley to the shaft and remove the pulley 3 Loosen the set screw in the lock collars Using a punch and hammer tap the lock collars in a direction opposite of normal rotation so that they can be removed 4 Unbolt bearings and lift rotor out of machine 5 Remove bearings from rotor shaft 6 Re install rotor assembly and bearings and tighten bolts to proper torque 5 11 REPLACING THE DRIVE BELT 1 Stop ...

Page 23: ...olts and tip the engine forward to allow the belt to be easily placed over the pulley 7 Align the engine so the crankshaft is parallel to the rotor shaft Tighten engine mounting bolts to 20 ft lbs torque 1 Check wheel bolt torque monthly 2 Check air pressure in tires monthly 3 Check and repack wheel bearings with grease every 12 months 4 When towing always connect the safety chains Make sure trail...

Page 24: ... large Reduce size of material Chipper does not chip Dull chipper blades Rotate or sharpen blades Drive belts loose or worn Inspect drive belts adjust or replace if needed Attempting to feed branches that are too large Limit branch size to 5 inches in diameter Broken or missing chipper blades Replace blade Engine overheats Cooling system plugged Clean cooling fan and fins Improper oil level Fill e...

Page 25: ... 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 Can...

Page 26: ...DER KNIVES 36 36 ROTOR SPEED 2000 RPM 2000 RPM ROTOR SIZE 18 46 cm ROTOR WEIGHT 121 lbs 54 9 kg DRIVE TYPE BELT BELT BELT SIZE 2RB40 2RB40 TIRE SIZE 5 3 12 5 3 12 ENGINE 720cc SUBARU 720cc SUBARU FUEL TANK CAPACITY 9 gallons 34 1 liters A B DIAGRAM LOCATION LOCATION ON MACHINE HARDWARE DESCRIPTION TORQUE UNIFIED INCH TORQUE METRIC A ON ROTOR PLATE BLADE MOUNTING BOLTS 5 16 X 1 HEX HD GRADE 8 BOLTS...

Page 27: ...0 300 M18 175 125 330 250 475 350 560 410 M20 240 180 475 350 675 500 800 580 M22 330 250 650 475 925 675 1075 800 M24 425 310 825 600 1150 850 1350 1000 M27 625 450 1200 875 1700 1250 2000 1500 Torque value for bolts and capscrews are identified by their head markings Torque figures indicated above are valid for non greased or non oiled threads and heads unless otherwise specified Therefore do no...

Page 28: ...24 5 INCH CHIPPER SHREDDER BLOWER Section OPTIONS 8 Part DECSCRIPTION 72493 CHIPPER BLADE KIT 77613 00 SHREDDER KNIFE KIT KIT CHIPPER BLADE 72493 KIT SHREDDER KNIVES 77613 00 ...

Page 29: ...d under warranty will be warranted for the remainder of the period EPA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS 2 Any warranted part that is scheduled only for regular inspection in the written instructions supplied is warranted for the warranty period stated above Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remaining warranty period ...

Page 30: ...ECHO BEAR CAT www bearcatproducts com 237 NW 12th Street West Fargo ND 58078 0849 Phone 701 282 5520 Toll Free 888 625 4520 Fax 701 282 9522 E mail service bearcatproducts com sales bearcatproducts com ...

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