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Attaching The Hopper Assembly 

(All Models)

Remove six hex nuts and washers from the weld 
studs on the impeller housing. Leave the support 
plate in place on the weld studs. See Figure 2. 

Place hopper assembly into position in front of 
impeller housing, aligning holes in hopper 
assembly collar with weld studs.

Figure 2

Slide hopper assembly onto weld studs and replace 
washers and hex nuts. Do not tighten completely.

Lift hopper assembly up to impeller bracket 
assembly and slide the release rod out slightly to  
hook the hopper bracket onto the rod. See Figure 2.

Tighten the six hex nuts that secure hopper 
assembly to impeller housing and also tighten the 
hex nuts that secure hopper bracket to hopper 
assembly.

Attaching The Discharge Chute 

(All Models) 

   

Remove the wing knobs from each side of the lower 
impeller housing. See Figure 3.

Figure 3 

Remove the hex lock nut, spacers, and hex bolt 
from the top of the impeller housing.

Align the discharge chute in position on the 
discharge opening and insert hex bolt with spacer 
through hinge on discharge chute (spacers fit inside 
of hinges). See Figure 3.

Place second spacer over hex bolt inside other 
hinge and secure with hex lock nut.

Secure both sides of discharge chute to impeller 
housing using wing knobs previously removed.

Attaching The Chipper Chute

(Model 463 Thru 465 Only)

Remove the three cupped washers and hex nuts 
from weld studs besides the opening on the side of 
the impeller housing. See Figure 4.

Remove the hex bolts, lock nuts, and flat washers 
from the two holes on the upper end of the support 
brace.

Figure 4

Align the chipper chute over the weld studs, so the 
slot in the bottom of the chute is facing down.

Secure chipper chute with the three cupped 
washers (cupped side against the chipper chute) 
and hex nuts previously removed. Do not tighten 
the nuts at this time.

The chipper shredder was shipped with one end of 
the support brace already secured to the lower 
frame. Loosen but do not remove the bolts securing 
the brace to the frame.

Align the holes in the chute with the holes in the top 
of the brace and attach brace to chipper chute with 
hardware previously removed. Tighten securely.

Tighten the bolts securing the support brace to the 
frame.

Tighten the three nuts on the weld studs holding the 
chipper chute to the impeller housing.   

Attaching The Bag 

(All Models)

To attach the bag, place the opening of the bag 
completely over the discharge chute.

Depress the plunger on the drawstring and pull on 
the drawstring until the bag is tight around chute 
opening. Release plunger to lock it into position.

Hopper
Assembly

Hex Nut

Washer

Weld Stud

Impeller Housing

Release
Rod

Hopper
Bracket

Impeller
Bracket

Hex Bolt

Hex Lock Nut

Spacer

Wing Knob

Discharge Chute

Chipper
Chute

Cupped
Washer

Hex Bolt

Flat
Washer

Lock Nut

Support Brace

Hex Nut

Weld Stud

Slot

Summary of Contents for 462 thru 465

Page 1: ...d unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws if any If a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator In the State of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands A spark ...

Page 2: ...ler You can locate the model number by standing behind the unit and looking down at the frame below the engine A sample model plate is explained below For future reference please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls operation or maintenance...

Page 3: ...an amputate fingers hands and feet Never attempt to unclog either the feed intake or discharge opening remove or empty vacuum bag or inspect and repair the machine while the engine is running Shut the engine off and wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine PREPARATION Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is ...

Page 4: ...connect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine before clearing debris Never operate without the shredder hopper chipper chute or discharge chute properly attached to the machine Never empty or change discharge bag while the engineis running Keep all guards deflectors and safety devices in place and operating properly Keep your face and body back and to the side of the chipper chute w...

Page 5: ...f the chipper shredder vacuum is observed from the operating position Removing Unit From Carton Remove staples break glue on top flaps or cut tape at carton end and peel along top flap to open carton Remove loose parts if included with unit i e operator s manual etc Cut along corners lay carton down flat and remove packing material Roll or slide unit out of carton and check carton thoroughly for l...

Page 6: ...3 Thru 465 Only Remove the three cupped washers and hex nuts from weld studs besides the opening on the side of the impeller housing See Figure 4 Remove the hex bolts lock nuts and flat washers from the two holes on the upper end of the support brace Figure 4 Align the chipper chute over the weld studs so the slot in the bottom of the chute is facing down Secure chipper chute with the three cupped...

Page 7: ...rough the chipper chute or hopper assembly Throttle Control Lever Not Shown The throttle control lever is located on the engine It controls the engine s speed and stops the engine See separate engine manual packed with unit for details Engine Controls See the separate engine manual for the location and function of the controls on the engine Stopping Engine Move throttle control lever to STOP or OF...

Page 8: ...g and slide the plunger out to loosen bag from discharge chute opening Empty bag and reattach to the discharge chute opening Depress the plunger on the drawstring and pull on the drawstring until the bag is tight around the chute opening Lowering The Hopper Assembly With one hand grasp the handle at the top of the hopper assembly and lift slightly With the other hand pull out on the release rod an...

Page 9: ...y few hours under extremely dusty conditions To service the air cleaner refer to the separate engine manual packed with your unit The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap reset once a season Check engine manual for correct plug type and gap specifications Removing The Flail Screen If the discharge area becomes clogged remove the flail screen and clean area as follows Stop the engine and make c...

Page 10: ...nd Also make sure to remove an equal amount from each blade and torque to 250 300 in lbs NOTE Make certain blades are reassembled with the sharp edge facing upward Sharpening Or Replacing The Shredder Blade Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine Lower the hopper assembly and block up the housing Remove the six hex lock nuts and flat washers from the weld studs on the flail ho...

Page 11: ... Clean adjust gap or replace Engine runs erratic 1 Spark plug wire loose 2 Unit running on CHOKE If Equipped 3 Blocked fuel line or stale fuel 4 Water or dirt in fuel system 5 Dirty air cleaner 6 Carburetor out of adjustment 1 Connect and tighten spark plug wire 2 Move choke lever to OFF position 3 Clean fuel line fill tank with clean fresh gasoline 4 Drain fuel tank Refill with fresh fuel 5 Clean...

Page 12: ... 7 8 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 8 15 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 21 22 23 23 24 25 26 23 23 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 32 41 43 44 45 46 48 49 47 20 29 50 51 40 42 52 53 54 55 56 56 57 58 59 59 60 60 60 56 56 56 61 62 63 60 56 59 57 61 60 64 56 65 ...

Page 13: ...rew 5 16 24 x 75 31 781 0490 Chipper Blade 32 710 1054 Hex Cap Screw 5 16 24 x 1 0 33 681 0030 Impeller Assembly 34 736 0119 Lock Washer 5 16 35 712 0411 Hex Lock Nut 5 16 24 36 781 0735 Pin Clip 37 719 0329 Flail Blade 38 711 0833B Clevis Pin 39 715 0166 Pin 40 736 0247 Flat Washer 3 8 x 1 25 41 742 0571 Shredder Blade 42 710 1254 Hex Cap Screw 3 8 24 x 2 25 43 738 0813 Axle Assembly 44 750 0786 ...

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Page 16: ...y on these items b Log splitter pumps valves and cylinders have a sepa rate one year warranty c Routine maintenance items such as lubricants filters blade sharpening and tune ups or adjustments such as brake adjustments clutch adjustments or deck adjustments and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure d MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outsi...

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