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100472 - 3 iN. (7.6 cM) chiPPER ShREDDER
STORAGE
5. Using a 3/16 in. hex wrench and a 12mm wrench, loosen
the four (two on each blade) M8 x 25 countersink hex head
screws (A) and M8 lock nuts (B) and remove the chipper
blades (C).
b
A
c
c
A
b
6. Inspect, sharpen, or replace the chipper blades.
7. Reinstall the chipper blades (C) and, using a 3/16 in. hex
wrench and 12mm wrench, tighten the M8 x 25 countersink
hex head screws (A) and M8 lock nuts (B) to 18-20 ft. lbs. of
torque. We recommend the use of high strength thread lock
on screws.
Maintenance Schedule
Follow the service intervals indicated in the following maintenance
schedule.
Service your chipper-shredder more frequently when operating in
adverse conditions.
Contact our Technical Support Team at 1-877-338-0999 to locate
the nearest CPE certified service dealer for your chipper-shredder
or engine maintenance needs.
EVERY 8 hOURS OR PRIOR TO EaCh USE
Check engine oil level
Clean around air intake and muffler
Check air filter
Check for loose or damaged parts
Inspect all chute guards
FIRST 5 hOURS
Change oil (break in period)
EVERY 25 hOURS OR PER 1 mONTh
Chang 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
* To be performed by knowledgeable, experienced owners or CPE certified service
centers.
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.
WARNiNG
Never store the chipper-shredder inside next to appliances
where there is a source of heat, 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.
chipper-shredder Storage
1. The chipper-shredder needs to cool for at a minimum of 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 minimum of 3 minutes with treated fuel
to cycle through the fuel system and carburetor.
3. Turn the fuel valve to the “OFF” position.
