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Rev2.5-15-12
Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and ground
against engine before cleaning, lubricating or doing any
kind of maintenance on your machine.
Removing and Sharpening the Leaf Funnel Blade
1. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine.
2. Remove the lower section and upper section of the funnel as a
subassembly. This is done by removing three bolts with the
13mm wrenches provided in the hardware bag.
3. Remove the two blade bolts using an Allen wrench provided in
the hardware bag. It may be necessary to use a block of wood to
prevent the rotor from turning while loosening and retightening
the blade bolts.
Make certain the block of wood is removed before reassembly of
the funnel.
4. Replace or sharpen the blade.
When sharpening the blade, protect hands by using gloves and
following the original angle of grind.Torque to 21-25 Ft lbs.
When reinstalling the blade note the orientation. The top of the
blade will have the cutting edge to the left and the bottom edge
to the right.
Removing and replacing the flail hammers
Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine.
Remove the leaf funnel and limb chute.
Remove the retainer clip for the flail hammer pin. Use a piece of
pipe or wood to block the flails, preventing them from
inadvertently turning.
Remove the flail hammer pin through the limb chute opening.
Replace the flail hammer, flail hammer pin and retaining clip.
Cleaning the Chipper/Shredder
Make sure engine is off.
Wipe off machine with an oiled rag to prevent rust.
If the fuel tank has to be drained, do so outdoors.
Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil, etc.,
to protect the environment.
To Change the Oil
Move the unit to flat ground.
Remove spark plug and ground it to the engine block.
Place an oil collection pan under the unit.
Remove one of the 10mm oil drain plugs.( located on the bottom
center of the engine behind the wheel)
Allow oil to drain completely.
Reinstall the oil drain plug
Add new 10W-30 oil. See page 2 for oil capacity.
Reinstall the spark plug.
Please dispose of used motor responsibly and according to local
regulations.
Storing the Chipper/Shredder
Clean the equipment thoroughly.
Wipe equipment with an oiled rag to prevent rust.
Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage instructions.
Store unit in a clean, dry area. Do not store next to corrosive
materials such as fertilizer.
Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is
an open flame, spark or pilot light such as a water heater,
furnace, clothes dryer, etc.
WARNING
Maintenance and Storage
