Powerhorse M16620D, Owner'S Manual

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About Your Chipper/Shredder
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Owner/Operator Training
Read and follow all instructions and safety precautions presented throughout this manual. A summary of
important safety information can be found at the end of the manual. Keep this manual for reference and
review. If the owner of this unit is different than the operator, give a copy of this manual to any operator.
Check the manual bag of the unit to make sure the chipper/shredder and engine manuals are inside. All
persons to whom you loan this chipper/shredder must have access to these manuals. Advise all persons
who will operate the machine to read them. You should also provide personal instruction on how to
safely operate the chipper/shredder and remain available to answer any questions a borrower might have.
Engine Instructions
For detailed engine operation and maintenance information, always refer to the specific engine Owner’s
Manual furnished with the chipper/shredder.
Product Suitability
Your Powerhorse chipper/shredder has two modes of operation. 1) Chipping – The side chute is
designed to only chip wood. A chipper knife is mounted on a revolving flywheel and converts branches
fed into the chipper chute into ―chips‖. 2) Shredding – The top hopper is designed to shred items such as
leaves and garden waste. Five-knife shafts rotate and force the shred through a screen. Make sure you
completely read and understand this manual before using the chipper/shredder for the first time.
Before using, the user shall determine the suitability of this product for the job it will be used for. The
user assumes liability for any non-intended or misuse of the product.
As is common with all manufacturers, Powerhorse is constantly improving its products. The
specifications outlined herein, while believed to be accurate at publication, are subject to change without
prior notice or obligation. Do not modify or alter this chipper/shredder. The purchaser and/or user shall
assume the potential liability for any modification and/or alterations of this equipment from its original
design and manufacture.
Contact Powerhorse Product Support 1-866-443-2576 for any questions about the appropriate use of this
chipper/shredder or about optional accessories.
Warranty Registration
Please fill out and retain the warranty statement located at the back of this manual for future reference.