Adding Fuel
To add fuel:
1. Remove the fuel cap (see Figure 1).
2. Fill the tank. Do not overfill. Leave room in the tank
for fuel expansion. Refer to your engine manual for
specific fuel recommendations.
3. Install and hand tighten the fuel cap.
Starting the Engine
1. Set the throttle to FULL.
2. Close the choke.
NOTE: A warm engine may not require choking.
3. Place one foot on the front support leg to hold the
unit firmly in place.
4. Pull the starting rope out to begin turning the engine
over. Pull slowly at first and increase speed with
each successive pull.
5. After the engine starts, open the choke and move the
engine throttle control to SLOW. Warm up the engine
by running it for at least a minute.
8. Set throttle to FULL and begin chipping/shredding.
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Operation
General Operating Safety
Be sure to read all information in the Safety and
Operation sections before attempting to operate this unit.
Become familiar with all of the controls and how to stop
the unit.
Upon start-up and shut-down, you may hear the metal-
to-metal sound of the triangular hammers and J-
hammers positioning themselves on the rotor. This is
normal. If this sound continues after the machine has
reached full speed, contact your dealer for an inspection
of the unit. Overloading the equipment will shorten its
life, and can cause mechanical failures.
Chipper Operation
The chipper is designed to handle tree limbs and
branches up to approximately 3” (7,6 cm) in diameter.
The chipping knives also permit the processing of course
organic matter like corn stalks. Tree branches must be
inserted large-end first into the chipper cone. Since
occasional kick-backs may occur, always stand off to the
side of the unit. Allow the self-feeding action of the unit
to draw the sticks in.
Shredder Operation
The shredder is designed to shred light brush, leaves,
and other soft but bulky organic waste. As material is
loaded into the shredder hopper it is pulled into path of
the triangular and J-hammers by air flow.
Vacuum Attachment (Optional)
In addition to the chipper cone and hopper, loose debris
may be processed by the Vacuum hose adapter kit.
Leaves may be raked directly into the leaf tray where
vacuum action will draw them into the shredder. For
hard-to-reach areas, the nozzle and hose assembly may
be used. The strength of the Vacuum may be changed
using the rotating 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.
WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and must be
handled with care. Never fill the tank when the
engine is still hot from recent operation. Do not
allow open flame, smoking or matches in the
area. Avoid over-filling and wipe up any spills.
WARNING
To avoid serious personal injury from rotating
cutting blades, keep hands out of inlet while
machine is running.
DANGER
The exhaust from this product contains carbon
monoxide gas. Carbon monoxide is a colorless,
orderless, and tasteless gas that can cause
dizziness, nausea, unconsciousness, or even
brain damage and death if inhaled for prolonged
periods.
Operate the unit outdoors in a well ventilated
location only. Keep children, pets, and
bystanders away.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in
serious injury or death.
Do not use gasoline containing METHANOL,
gasohol containing more than
10% ETHANOL, gasoline additives, or white
gas because engine/fuel system damage
could result.
