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MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
Maintenance Schedule
Follow the service intervals indicated in the schedule
below. Service your chipper-shredder more frequently
when operating in adverse conditions. Contact our help
line at
1-877-338-0999
to locate the nearest Champion
Power Equipment authorized service dealer for your
chipper-shredder or engine maintenance needs.
Storage
Refer to the maintenance sections for proper cleaning
instructions. Always disconnect the spark plug wire in
times of inactivity, maintenance, and storage. This will
help to prevent any unintended engine start ups.
*To be performed by knowledgeable, experienced owners or
Champion Power Equipment certified dealers.
Never store the chipper-shredder inside next to appliances
where there is a source of heat or open flame, spark or
pilot light because they can ignite gasoline vapors.
DO NOT store a chipper-shredder near fertilizer or any
corrosive material.
Even with an empty gas tank, gasoline vapors could ignite.
WARNING
Every time of use or daily
Check engine oil level
Clean around air intake and muffler
Check air filter
Check for loose or damaged parts
Inspect all chutes and guards
First 5 Hours
Change engine oil (break in period)
Every 25 Hours or per 1 month
Change engine oil
Clean air filter
Inspect all blades, sharpen if needed
Every 50 hours or per 6 months
Clean and adjust spark plug
Check cooling fan
Every 100 hours or per 1 year
Check/adjust valve clearance*
Clean fuel tank and filter*
Every 200 hours or per 2 years
Check/replace fuel line
Change spark plug
Every 250 hours
Clean combustion chamber
Chipper-shredder Storage
1. The chipper-shredder needs to be cool for at least 5
minutes before storing.
2. Clean the chipper-shredder before storage according
to the Maintenance section.
3. Store the unit in a clean, dry place out of direct
sunlight.
Engine Stored for Less than 30 Days
1. Add a properly formulated fuel stabilizer to the tank.
2. Run the engine for a few minutes so the treated fuel
cycles through the fuel system and carburetor.
3. Turn the fuel valve to the “Off” position.
4. Let the engine run until fuel starvation has stopped
the engine. This usually takes a few minutes.
5. The engine needs to cool completely before cleaning
and storage.
6. Clean the engine according to the maintenance section.
Engines Stored for Over 30 Days
1. Add a properly formulated fuel stabilizer to the tank.
2. Run the engine for a few minutes so the treated fuel
cycles through the fuel system and carburetor.
3. Turn the fuel valve to the “Off” position.
4. Let the engine run until fuel starvation has stopped
the engine. This usually takes a few minutes.
5. The engine needs to cool completely before cleaning
and storage.
6. Clean the engine according to the maintenance section.
7. Change the oil.
8. Remove the spark plug and pour about 1⁄2 ounce
(14.8 mL) of oil into the cylinder. Crank the engine
slowly to distribute the oil and lubricate the cylinder.
