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Summary of Contents for 5/14 Series

Page 1: ... 1694898 Model 5 14 5 5HP Simplicity Chipper Shredder CE 7085637 Model SAC55140BV 5 5HP Snapper Chipper Shredder 7800070 Model E55140BV 5 5HP Snapper Chipper Shredder CE 8 1 4 Series Mfg No Description 1694678 Model 8 14 8HP Simplicity Chipper Shredder Manual No 1732150 Revision O0 Rev Date 10 2005 TP 100 4240 O0 CS SN ...

Page 2: ...le Procedures 13 Check for Loose Hardware 13 Check Safety Labels 13 Inspect Cone Hopper Guards 13 Clean Debris from Engine Chipper 14 Inspect Rotate Shredding Hammers 14 Inspect Chipping Knives 15 Check Change Engine Air Cleaner 15 Replace Spark Plug 15 Engine Oil Type and Capacity 16 Check Engine Oil Level 16 Change Engine Oil 16 Troubleshooting Repair 17 Troubleshooting Chart 17 Repair 18 Initia...

Page 3: ...RI The operator s manual contains important safety information you need to be aware of BEFORE you operate your unit as well as DURING operation Safe operating techniques an explanation of the product s features and controls and maintenance information is included to help you get the most out of your equipment investment Be sure to completely read the Safety Rules and Information found on the follo...

Page 4: ...nit is running If someone does enter the area shut the unit off immediately until they leave Organize the work area prior to starting work Gasoline is extremely flammable Its vapors are also extremely flammable and can travel to distant ignition sources Gasoline must only be used as a fuel not as a solvent or cleaner It should never be stored any place where its vapors can build up or travel to an...

Page 5: ...a complete stop and disconnect the spark plug before leaving the area Always move the unit to a safe storage area when not in use 15 Always maintain secure footing and solid balance while starting or operating the chipper shredder Never lean directly over the machine 16 Always stand to the side of the chipper cone when feeding tree limbs and branches into the unit as tree limbs branches and harder...

Page 6: ...emove gas powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground If this is not possible then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle 8 Keep nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete Do not use a nozzle lock open device 9 If fuel is spilled on clothin...

Page 7: ... for your safety and it is important The safety decals below are on your unit If any of these decals are lost or damaged replace them at once See your local dealer for replacements These labels are easily applied and will act as a constant visual reminder to you and others who may use the equipment to follow the safety instructions necessary for safe effective operation Decal Operating Instruction...

Page 8: ...ers and children away when engine is running Danger Wear Appropriate Safety Equipment This machine is capable of throwing objects and debris Always wear safety goggles while operating This machine s operating sound power level is 109 dB A or more Wear hearing protection while operating Warning Disconnect the Spark Plug Wire Before Servicing Disconnect the spark plug wire and secure it away from th...

Page 9: ...t SERIAL Number Date Purchased Engine Model Engine C0de Serial Number CE identification Tag Markings A Manufacturer s Identification Number B Power Rating in Kilowatts C Maximum Engine Speed in Rotations per Minute D Sound Pressure at Operator s Position in Decibels E Manufacturer s Address F Year of Manufacture G CE Compliance Logo H Mass of Unit in Kilograms I Sound Power in Decibels This unit c...

Page 10: ...for starting Fuel Shut Off Valve The fuel shut off valve is located below the air cleaner housing Always close the valve when the unit is not in use 9 _ Choke Close the choke for cold starting Open the choke once the engine starts A warm engine may not require choking Move the lever right to close the choke r_ Fuel Tank To remove the cap turn counterclockwise _ Chipper Cone Shredder Hopper Chipper...

Page 11: ...ng sleave on the nozzle Operating Location Select an area with firm level ground covered by dirt or grass Do not operate on wet or slick surfaces or near bystanders Locate and organize the materials to be processed so that you don t have to walk in front of the inlet or discharge openings and so you have adequate room to work safely DANGER The exhaust from this product contains carbon monoxide gas...

Page 12: ...rt and retract them If the material to be chipped is extremely hard kicks back forcefully when being fed into the chipper cone or cannot be easily controlled remove the material immediately and set it aside If additional force is required to insert materials into the chipper the blades probably need to be sharpened Consult the Troubleshooting and Repair section of this manual or see your authorize...

Page 13: ...ood to push end pieces into the chipper cone Never place hands in the chipper cone Never chip very hard or dry materials such as kiln dried dimensional lumber 2x4 s etc or other building materials Never use the chipper to process pressure treated wood products The vacuum is engineered for small loose waste and for cleaning around decorative landscaping and flower beds Twigs wet leaves and other bu...

Page 14: ... Engine Air Filter Replace Spark Plug Refer to engine owner s manual Change original engine oil after initial break in period of 5 8 hours More often in hot over 85 F 30 C weather or dusty operating conditions Check for Loose Hardware Service Interval Every 5 hours every spring and fall Inspect the unit checking for loose hardware or components Pay special attention to the hardware attaching the c...

Page 15: ... rotated to provide a new cutting surface as required The triangular hammers can be rotated twice then flipped over for a total of 6 sharp cutting surfaces The J hammers can be flipped over once To inspect the shredding hammers WARNING Amputation hazard To avoid serious injury from accidental starting always disconnect the spark plug wire and secure it away from the spark plug when servicing the u...

Page 16: ...s see the Troubleshooting and Repair section Check Change Engine Air Cleaner Service interval Every 25 Hours The engine air cleaner assembly should be opened inspected and the filer element replaced every 25 hours or as required if debris has built up in the assembly To replace the air filter and pre cleaner assembly 1 Loosen the screw A Figure 9 and remove the filter cover B 2 Inspect the pre cle...

Page 17: ...ing it counter clockwise 3 Place an oil drain pan below the engine and remove the oil drain plug B Figure 11 Allow the oil to drain completely 4 Reinstall the oil drain plug B Tighten the plug to 125 inch pounds 14 Nm 5 Add oil to the oil fill hole A until the oil level is even with the bottom edge of the oil fill hole Figure 11 inset Use oil classifiedAPI Service Class SF SG SH SJ or betterwith S...

Page 18: ...working Out of fuel Spark plug wire disconnected Engine controls not set correctly Spark plug fouled No compression Recoil starter pulls with no resistance No spark Ignition problem Old or stale fuel Dirty air filter Choke closed Discharge chute clogged Engine not running at full speed Chipper knives dull Tree limbs are extremely hard or dried out Rotor overloaded with material 2 Hammers are broke...

Page 19: ...servicing the unit 3 Detach the shredder hopper from the rotator housing Figure 12 4 Remove the rotator cover by removing the hardware that secures it to the main housing Figure 13 5 Note the assembly sequence of the hardware used to secure the hammers Figure 14 Using a 5 16 allen wrench remove the socket head capscrew A and related hardware 7 inspect the hammers G H spacer tubes D F and hardware ...

Page 20: ...ing see Figure 12 4 Remove the rotator cover by removing the hardware that secures it to the main housing see Figure 13 5 Remove the chipper cone base Figure 15 6 Rotate the rotor assembly so that the socket head capscrews that secure one of the chipper knives can be accessed through the rotor cover and access hole Figure 16 WARNING Cutting hazard To avoid serious injury avoid contacting the sharp...

Page 21: ...ly Install the Hopper All Models 1 Attach the hopper to the rotor housing Make sure to engage the metal lip of the hopper liner inside the housing 2 Secure the hopper to the rotor housing using two 5 16 x 1 2 hex head bolts and two 5 16 flat washers Figure 19 Do not tighten hardware at this time 3 See Figure 20 From the inside of the hopper install one 5 16 18 x 3 4 hex head bolt 5 16 Iockwasher a...

Page 22: ...p until the outer holes in the handle align with the holes in the shredder hopper and secure with 1 4 20 x 3 4 screws washers and nuts A Figure 21 Insert the screws from the outside of the shredder hopper Figure 21 Installing the Hopper Handle A 1 4 20 x 3 4 Screw Nut 21 ...

Page 23: ... CE Models Install Discharge Bag This product comes with a discharge bag for collection of debris as it exits the discharge chute Install the bag as shown in Figure 22 or 23 Add Engine Oil Refer to Engine Oil Type and Capacity in the Regular Maintenance section for oil type and fill procedures Add Fuel Refer to Adding Fuel in the Operation section for fuel specifications and filling procedures 22 ...

Page 24: ... Model 120000 Horsepower 5 5 3600 rpm Displacement 12 48Cu in 206 cc Oil Capacity 20 Oz 6 L 8 HP Briggs Stratton Make Briggs Stratton Model 200000 Horsepower 8 3600 rpm Displacement 18 64 Cu in 305 cc Oil Capacity 28 Oz 8 L All Models Chipping Capacity Shredding Capacity Chipping Knives Shredding Hammers Waste Reduction Ratio Weight Approximately 3 7 6 cm 1 2 x 18 Long 2 2 J hammers 2 triangular h...

Page 25: ...se Kit Gas Cans Technical Manuals Additional copies of this manual are available as well as fully illustrated parts lists These manuals show all of the product s components in exploded views 3D illustrations which show the relationship of parts and how they go together as well as part numbers and quantities used Important assembly notes and and torque values are also included For applicable manual...

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