Troy-Bilt CS4210, CS4265 Chipper User Manual
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1. Maintaining Your Chipper Shredder ccccceeeeeeeeceeeeeeeeeceeeeeeeaeeseeeeeeseaeeeeeeeeess 9 THOUDIGSIOOUUAG Sec isscd eed fits cexeciudeeectesheadecees ieceteues anced laces shbeextaxsbodeatnc asccdeextesedeecentes 12 Pants LISt aes siiaii eee ie dase adsl tanec eect sence ented 13 FINDING MODEL NUMBER This Operator s Manual is an important part of your new chipper shredder It will help you assemble prepare and maintain the unit for best performance Please read and understand what it says Before you start assembling your new equipment please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the information from it in the space provided below The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from our Customer Support Department or an authorized dealer You can locate the model number by standing behind the unit and looking down at the frame below the engine A sample model plate is explained below For future reference please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below Copy the model number here OTROYV BILT PROV SILT LLC Copy the serial number here www troybilt com CLEVELAND OH 44136 330 558 7220 866 840 6483 ENGINE INFORMATION The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine related issues with regard to performance power rating specifications warranty and service Please refer to the engine manufacturer s Owner s Operator s M2. s manual for proper instructions on off season storage If the fuel tank has to be drained do this outdoors Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas oil etc to protect the environment WARNING YOUR RESPONSIBILITY Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine SAFETY LABELS FOUND ON YOUR UNIT A DANGER f safeETY A DANGER ROTATING CUTTING BLADES KEEP HANDS AND FEET OUT OF OPENING WHILE GLASSES ROTATING CUTTING BLADES MACHINE IS RUNNING KEEP HANDS AND FEET OUT DO NOT OPERATE THIS MACHINE UNLESS S H 0 U L B THE CHUTE DEFLECTOR HAS BEEN OF OPENINGS WHILE MACHINE PROPERLY INSTALLED AND IS SECURED WITH THE HAND KNOBS BE WORN IS RUNNING 4 DANGER ASSEMBLE CHUTE DEFLECTOR TO THIS UNIT BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE 4 DANGER Read the owner s manual s before starting and using unit Ifthe chipped shredder jams or becomes clogged immediately shut Do not operate on pavement gravel or other hard surfaces A WARNI NG Keep all shields and guards in place and securely attached off the engine and wait for all moving parts to come to a complete since objects can ricochet and cause injury Keep hands feet face clothing and long hair out of Shredder stop before clearing To avoid a fire hazard keep leaves grass and other Bo NOT piace Branches averse Hopper Chipper Chute and Discharge Chute whi
3. See the Briggs amp Stratton Owner Operator manual packed with your unit for the location and function of the controls on the engine Starter Handle The starter handle is located on the engine Pull the starter handle to start engine See Figure 4 Spring Latch The spring latch is located on the top of the hopper It is used to release or lock the chipper chute in a raised position for storage or for transporting See Figure 4 1 WARNING Never operate the chipper shredder with the chipper chute in the raised position Use the spring latch to lower the chipper chute into the operating position before starting the engine Lock Rod The lock rod is located on the chipper chute support It is used to release or lock the chipper chute in a lowered position for operation See Figure 4 Chipper Chute Branches up to 3 in diameter may be fed into the chipper chute for chipping See Figure 4 Hopper Leaves twigs and branches up to 1 2 inch in diameter may be placed into the hopper for shredding See Figure 4 IMPORTANT Never place branches with a diameter greater than 1 2 inch in the hopper Doing so can result in serious damage to your unit s shredder blade flails or impeller Handle Use the handle when manually transporting the chipper shredder Handle Chipper Chute Starter Handle Model CS4210 Only Hopper Spring Latch Discharge Chute Wing Knob Lock Rod Figure 4 SECTION 4 OPERA
4. changes authorized service dealer NOTE For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above contact your nearest authorized service dealer MANUFACTURER S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR OTROY BILT The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy Bilt LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States its possessions and territories Troy Bilt warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two 2 years commencing on the date of original purchase and will at its option repair or replace free of charge any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship This limited warranty shall only apply if this product has been operated and maintained in accordance with the Operator s Manual furnished with the product and has not been subject to misuse abuse commercial use neglect accident improper maintenance alteration vandalism theft fire water or damage because of other peril or natural disaster Damage resulting from the installation or use of any part accessory or attachment not approved by Troy Bilt for use with the product s covered by this manual will void your warranty as to any resulting damage Normal wear parts or components thereof are subject to separate terms as follows All normal wear parts or component failures will be covered on the product for a period of 90 days regardless of cause After 90 days but within the two y
5. gasoline container b Extinguish all cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition c Never fuel machine indoors d Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running e Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling f Never over fill fuel tank Fill tank to no more than 1 2 inch below bottom of filler neck to provide space for fuel expansion g Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely h If gasoline is spilled wipe it off the engine and equipment Move machine to another area Wait five 5 minutes before starting the engine i Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame spark or pilot light e g furnace water heater space heater clothes dryer etc j To reduce a fire hazard keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris k Allow machine to cool at least 5 minutes before storing OPERATION 1 A Do not put hands and feet near rotating parts or in the feeding chambers and discharge opening Contact with the rotating impeller can amputate fingers hands and feet Before starting the machine make sure the chipper chute feed intake and cutting chamber are empty and free of all debris Thoroughly inspect all material to be shredded and remove any metal rocks bottles cans or other foreign objects which could cause personal injury or damage to th
6. outside of the shredder blade and a 1 2 box or socket wrench on the inside of the shredder blade See Figure 11 Hold the Allen wrench stationary and rotate the box or socket wrench to loosen the nut Remove the hex bolt lock washer and flat washer to completely free the shredder blade IMPORTANT If sharpening the blade for reuse follow the original angle of grind as a guide Make certaineach cutting edge receives an equal amount of grinding to prevent an unbalanced blade Remove metal from the heavy side until it is balanced evenly IMPORTANT When reassembling the blade tighten center bolt to between 45 ft lbs and 60 ft lbs and the two out bolts to between 20 ft lbs and 25 ft lbs storing Your Chipper Shredder Clean the equipment thoroughly e Wipe equipment with an oiled rag to prevent rust e Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage instructions e Store unit in a clean dry area Do not store next to corrosive materials such as fertilizer SECTION 6 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Remedy Engine fails to start Spark plug wire disconnected Connect wire to spark plug 2 Fueltank empty or stale fuel 2 Fill tank with clean fresh gasoline 3 Throttle control lever if equipped 3 Move throttle lever to FAST position not in correct starting position 4 Choke notin CHOKE position 4 Move choke to CHOKE position If Equipped 5 Blocked fuel line 5 Clea
7. OTROY BILT Operator s Manual Chipper Shredder Models CS4210 CS4265 Model CS4210 Shown IMPORTANT READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY Warning This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest covered brush covered or grass covered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws if any If a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator In the State of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department P O Box 361131 Cleveland Ohio 44136 0019 MTD LLC P O BOX 361131 CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 0019 PRINTED IN U S A FORM NO 769 00830 7 03 TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices ccceccceseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeceeeeeesaeeeeeeeeeseaeeeseeeeeaas 3 Assembling Your Chipper Shredder ccccccceeeeceeeeceeeeeeeeeeeceeeeeeeseeeeeeeeneeeseaees 5 Know Your Chipper Shredder cccececeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeaeeeeeeeeseeeeseaaeeseeeeeeeeaeeeeeeeess 6 Operating Your Chipper Shredder c ccceccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeseaaeseeeeesseaeeeeeeees 7
8. TING YOUR CHIPPER SHREDDER WARNING The operation of any chipper A shredder can result in foreign objects being thrown Always wear the safety glasses provided with this unit or eye shields before chipping or shredding and while performing any adjustments or repairs Gas And Oil Fill Up Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your chipper shredder Read instructions carefully WARNING Never fill fuel tank indoors with A engine running or until the engine has been allowed to cool for at least two minutes after running Starting Engine e Attach spark plug wire to spark plug Make certain the metal cap on the end of the spark plug is fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark plug e Open fuel shut off valve Model CS4210 e Move choke control lever to CHOKE position Models CS4210 amp CS4265 S OPEN NOTE A warm engine may not require choking e Move throttle control lever to FAST rabbit position Model CS4265 RUN CHOKE N e Grasp the starter handle and pull the rope out slowly until resistance is felt When it becomes slightly harder to pull the rope slowly allow the rope to recoil Then pull rope with a rapid continuous full arm stroke Keep a firm grip on starter handle NOTE A clanking noise may be heard when pulling the starter rope It is completely normal and d
9. age or injury to you and your property and or to others and their property arising out of the misuse or inability to use the product This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the original purchaser or to the person for whom it was purchased as a gift HOW STATE LAW RELATES TO THIS WARRANTY This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state IMPORTANT Owner must present Original Proof of Purchase to obtain warranty coverage Troy Bilt LLC P O BOX 361131 CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 0019 Phone 1 866 840 6483 1 330 558 7220
10. anual packed separately with your unit for more information CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT Please do NOT return the unit to the retailer from which it was purchased without first contacting Customer Support Should you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls operation or maintenance of this unit please call the Customer Support Department Call 1 330 558 7220 or 1 888 840 6483 to reach a Customer Support representative Please wi have your unit s model number and serial number ready when you call See previous section to locate G this information You will be asked to enter the serial number in order to process your call For more details about your machine visit our website at www troy bilt com SECTION 1 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES 1 WARNING This symbol points out important safety instructions which if not followed could endanger the personal safety and or property of yourself and others Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury When you see this symbol heed its warning WARNING The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm DANGER This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual As with any type o
11. ce and body back and to the side of the chipper chute while feeding material into the machine to avoid accidental kickback injuries Never operate this machine without good visibility or light Do not operate this machine on a paved gravel or non level surface Do not operate this machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn Do not touch Never pick up or carry machine while the engine is running MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE 1 2 Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly Check bolts and screws for proper tightness at frequent intervals to keep the machine in safe working condition Also visually inspect machine for any damage and repair if needed Before cleaning repairing or inspecting stop the engine and make certain the impeller and all moving parts have stopped Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary Follow this manual for safe loading unloading transporting and storage of this machine 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 Always refer to the operator
12. dder Cleaning the Reduction Chamber WARNING The impeller s shredder blade A and chipper blades are sharp Wear leather work gloves to protect your hands when cleaning out the reduction chamber If the reduction chamber becomes clogged with debris the shredder screen can be pivoted upward so that you can clean the surrounding area To do so proceed as follows Stop the engine and wait untill all moving parts have come to a complete stop e Disconnect spark plug wire and keep away from spark plug WARNING The muffler and surrounding area A will be hot if the engine has been running Use caution and protect your hands if working near the muffler Remove the two wing knobs on either side of the discharge chute and pivot the discharge chute upward See Figure 8 e Remove the hairpin clip from the clevis pin which extends through the housing and shredder screen See Figure 8 Retain the clevis pin and hairpin clip e Pivot the shredder screen upward and clean the surrounding area by scraping away debris Discharge Chute I Shredder e Screen Hairpin Clip Housing Clevis Pin Wing Knobs Reduction Chamber Figure 8 e Confirm that the spark plug wire is disconnected and away from spark plug e Pull on the starter rope two to three times to purge any remaining debris from the reduction chamber e When the area is cleaned pivot the shredder screen downward and re secure with the clevis p
13. e hopper e Allow the material in the hopper to be drawn into the blades and shredded before adding additional debris to the hopper Failure to due so may result in a clogged hopper clogged discharge chute ora stalled engine e Avoid placing twigs longer than 24 inches into the hopper Twigs longer than 24 inches may result ina clogged hopper IMPORTANT Never place branches with a diameter greater than 1 2 inch in the hopper Doing so can result in serious damage to your unit s shredder blade flails or impeller Clearing the Hopper Should the hopper become clogged with debris during operation proceed as follows e Grasp the handle with both hands and gently agitate the chipper shredder to help loosen debris drawing it into the impeller If the clog does not clear proceed as follows Stop engine e Use your hands to remove any debris found near the top of the hopper e Use a branch or other available device i e broomstick to dislodge debris located toward the base of the hopper e Restart engine NOTE If you re unable to pull the starter rope as a result of accumulated debris near the impeller follow instructions under the heading Cleaning the Reduction Chamber Chipping A Branches up to 3 in diameter can be fed into the chipper chute See Figure 4 Observe the following guidelines when chipping branches e Keep both hands firmly on the branch as you feed it into the chipper chute e Never feed m
14. e machine If it becomes necessary to push material through the shredder hopper use a small diameter stick Do not use your hands or feet If the impeller strikes a foreign object or if your machine should start making an unusual noise or vibration immediately shut the engine off Allow the impeller to come to a complete stop Disconnect the spark plug wire ground it against the engine and perform the following steps a Inspect for damage b Repair or replace any damaged parts c Check for any loose parts and tighten to assure continued safe operation Do not allow an accumulation of processed material to build up in the reduction chamber This can prevent proper discharge and result in kickback of material through the feed opening Do not attempt to shred or chip material larger than specified on the machine or in this manual Personal injury or machine damage could result Never attempt to unclog either the feed intake or discharge opening while the engine is running Shut the engine off wait until all moving parts have stopped disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine before clearing debris 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Never operate without the shredder hopper chipper chute or discharge chute properly attached to the machine Never empty or change discharge bag while the engine is running Keep all guards deflectors and safety devices in place and operating properly Keep your fa
15. ear period normal wear part failures will be covered ONLY IF caused by defects in materials or workmanship of OTHER component parts Normal wear parts and components include but are not limited to batteries belts blades blade adapters grass bags rider deck wheels seats snow thrower skid shoes shave plates auger spiral rubber and tires HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE Warranty service is available WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE through your local authorized service dealer To locate the dealer in your area check your Yellow Pages or contact Troy Bilt LLC at P O Box 361131 Cleveland Ohio 44136 0019 or call 1 866 840 6483 or 1 330 558 7220 or log on to our Web site at www troybilt com This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following cases a Engine or components thereof These items may carry a separate manufacturer s warranty Refer to applicable manufacturer s warranty for terms and conditions b Log splitter pumps valves and cylinders have a separate one year warranty c Routine maintenance items such as lubricants filters blade sharpening tune ups brake adjustments clutch adjustments deck adjustments and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure d Troy Bilt does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United States its possessions and territories except those sold through Troy Bilt s authorized channels of export distribution e Replaceme
16. er IMPORTANT Make certain blades are reassembled with the sharp edge outward toward the chipper chute Torque hardware to between 20 ft lbs and 25 ft lbs e To replace the other blade rotate the impeller to expose the second blade and repeat the steps above Replacing the Shredder Blade WARNING The impeller s chipper blades are A sharp Wear leather work gloves to protect your hands e Stop the engine and make certain that all moving parts have come to a complete stop Remove the two flange nuts and hex bolts which secure the hopper support bracket to the impeller housing Retain the hardware See Figure 10 e Pivot the shredder screen upward as instructed under the heading Cleaning the Reduction Chamber e Remove the six flange nuts which secure the hopper inlet guide to the impeller housing See Figure 11 e Carefully separate the hopper assembly from the impeller housing and set it aside Insert a piece of wood into the discharge chute opening to stabilize the impeller and prevent it from rotating when removing the shredder blade Support Bracket Figure 10 Discharge Chute Shredder Blade Internal Hex z Impeller E Inlet Guide Hex Bolt Lock Washer eld Studs amp Flat Washer Figure 11 Remove the two internal hex screws which secure the shredder blade to the impeller See Figure 11 NOTE Use a 3 16 hex key Allen wrench on the
17. f power equipment carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death TRAINING Read understand and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual s before attempting to assemble and operate Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation Know how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly Never allow children under 16 years old to operate this machine Children 16 years old and over should read and understand the operation instructions and safety rules in this manual and should be trained and supervised by a parent Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper instruction Keep bystanders helpers pets and children at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation Stop machine if anyone enters the area Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly gas Do not put hands and feet near rotating parts or in the feeding chambers and discharge opening Contact with the rotating impeller can amputate fingers hands and feet Never attempt to unclog either the feed intake or discharge opening remove or empty bag or i
18. he unit is crated with its chipper chute in a raised position To pivot it downward proceed as follows e Pull the spring latch upward and gently pivot the chipper chute down until it clicks into the lock rod Figure 1 See Figure 1 WARNING Never operate the chipper shredder with the chipper chute in the raised position Doing so may result in property damage or serious injury to the operator or bystanders Attaching The Debris Collection Bag To attach the bag place the opening of the bag completely over the discharge chute e Position the bag so that the wing knobs which secure the discharge chute to the impeller housing are completely covered e Pull on the drawstrap until the bag is tight around discharge chute opening Debris Collection Bag Figure 2 Attaching The Tow Bar Model CS4210 Only e To attach the tow bar remove the spring pin and clevis pin from the end of the tongue See Figure 3 Clevis Pin Figure 3 e Insert the tongue into the base Reinsert the clevis pin through aligning holes in both the tongue and the base e Fasten with the spring pin to secure SECTION 3 KNOW YOUR CHIPPER SHREDDER Read this operator s manual and safety rules before operating your chipper shredder Compare the illustrations in Figure 4 with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future reference Engine Controls
19. heck Oil Level Change Oil Clean Air Filter Precleaner Clean Engine Check Spark Plug spark plug and ground against engine before i D cleaning lubricating or doing any kind of Chipper Chute Hinge Lubricate the hinge a with light oil once a season maintenance on your machine 1 WARNING Always stop engine disconnect Lubrication Discharge Chute Lubricate the pivot points on the chute deflector with light oil once a season Engine Refer to the Briggs amp Stratton Owner Operator manual packed with your unit for lubrication instructions Maintenance Engine Refer to the Maintenance section of the Briggs amp Stratton Owner Operator manual packed with your unit Read and follow instructions carefully e Check engine oil level before each use as instructed in the separate engine manual e Clean air cleaner s precleaner every 25 hours under normal conditions Clean every few hours under extremely dusty conditions Replace the air cleaner cartridge once a season To service the air cleaner refer to the separate engine manual The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap reset once a season Refer to the separate engine manual for correct plug type and gap specifications Chipper Shredder Before each use visually inspect your chipper shredder for loose or missing nuts and bolts Securely tighten or replace all hardware before operating the chipper shre
20. in and hairpin clip removed earlier e Reattach the debris collection bag to the discharge chute if desired Replacing the Chipper Blades WARNING The impeller s chipper blades are A sharp Wear leather work gloves to protect your hands Stop the engine and make certain the chipper shredder has come to a complete stop e Disconnect spark plug wire and keep away from spark plug e Pivot the shredder screen upward as instructed under the heading Cleaning the Reduction Chamber e Remove the chipper chute support brace from the frame by removing the two hex bolts and saddle washers which secure it See Figure 9 e Remove the chipper chute by removing three hex nuts and washers which secure it to the impeller housing See Figure 9 e Rotate the impeller by hand until one of the two chipper blades is visible through the impeller housing opening e Remove the blade by removing the internal hex screws lock washers and hex nuts which secure it to the impeller Retain the hardware Chipper Blade Lock Washer amp Nut Impeller Internal Hex Screw Hex Bolts amp S Y Saddle Washers Figure 9 NOTE Use a 3 16 hex key Allen wrench on the outside of the blade and a 1 2 box or socket wrench on the inside of the impeller See Figure 9 Hold the Allen wrench stationary and rotate the box or socket wrench to loosen the nut e Install a replacement blade Part No 742 0544 with the hardware removed earli
21. le the engine is z 4 ener is peoaus or I pontra n RR combustible materials away from hot engine and mufler shredder Honber PAn CHES Over AIZ running Rotating cutting blades inside these openings will cause Donot install remove adjust or service the discharge screen or any Keep children and others away from area of operation inch in diameter should be piacsd in serious personal injury if contacted Material being processed other part while the engine is running Blade contact can occur Wear approved safety glasses gloves and ear protection may bounce back from inlet openings or be thrown from the Do not operate on uneven ground where unit is unstable the Small Chipper Chute ni I b discharge chute Long hair or loose clothing may be pulled sucked Do not operate with Chipper Chute in up position Latched up is for Into the inlet openings storage only Unlatch lower and lock Chipper Chute in place before operating machine SECTION 2 ASSEMBLING YOUR CHIPPER SHREDDER IMPORTANT This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine Be certain to service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the Briggs amp Stratton Owner Operator manual packed with your unit before operating your machine Loose Parts In Carton e Tow Bar Model CS4210 Only e Debris Collection Bag e Safety Glasses Lock Rod e Engine Oil one 20 oz bottle i Spring Latch Lowering the Chipper Chute For shipping reasons t
22. n fuel line 6 Faulty spark plug 6 Clean adjust gap or replace Engine runs erratic 1 Spark plug wire loose 1 Connect and tighten spark plug wire 2 Unit running on CHOKE 2 Move choke lever to OFF position 3 Blocked fuel line or stale fuel 3 Clean fuel line fill tank with clean fresh gasoline 4 Water or dirt in fuel system 4 Drain fuel tank Refill with fresh fuel 5 Dirty air cleaner 5 Clean or replace air cleaner 6 Carburetor out of adjustment 6 See authorized service dealer Too much vibration 1 Loose parts or damaged impeller 1 See authorized service dealer Engine overheats 1 Engine oil level low 1 Fill crankcase with proper oil 2 Dirty air cleaner 2 Clean or replace air cleaner 3 Carburetor not adjusted properly 3 See authorized service dealer Occasional skip hesitates 1 Spark plug gap too close 1 Adjust gap to 030 0 76 mm at high speed Unit does not discharge 1 Discharge chute clogged 1 Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire Clean flail screen and inside of discharge opening 2 Foreign object lodged in impeller 2 Stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire Remove lodged object 3 Low engine RPM 3 Always run engine at full throttle Rate of discharge slows 1 Low engine RPM 1 Always run engine with the throttle if so considerably or equipped in the FAST position composition of discharged 2 Chipper blade dull 2 Replace chipper blade or see your material
23. nspect and repair the machine while the engine is running Shut the engine off and wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine PREPARATION Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used Remove all rocks bottles cans or other foreign objects which could be picked up or thrown and cause personal injury or damage to the machine Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation or while performing an adjustment or repair to protect eyes Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes Wear sturdy rough soled work shoes and close fitting slacks and shirts Loose fitting clothes or jewelry can be caught in movable parts Never operate this machine in bare feet or sandals Wear leather work gloves when feeding material in the chipper chute Before starting check all bolts and screws for proper tightness to be sure the machine is in safe working condition Also visually inspect machine for any damage at frequent intervals Maintain or replace safety and instructions labels as necessary To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite Wash your skin and change clothes immediately a Use only an approved
24. nt parts that are not genuine Troy Bilt parts Service completed by someone other than an authorized service dealer g Transportation charges and service calls No implied warranty including any implied warranty of merchantability of fitness for a particular purpose applies after the applicable period of express written warranty above as to the parts as identified No other express warranty whether written or oral except as mentioned above given by any person or entity including a dealer or retailer with respect to any product shall bind Troy Bilt During the period of the warranty the exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of the product as set forth above The provisions as set forth in this warranty provide the sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sale Troy Bilt shall not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or damage including without limitation expenses incurred for substitute or replacement lawn care services or for rental expenses to temporarily replace a warranted product Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the amount of the purchase price of the product sold Alteration of safety features of the product shall void this warranty You assume the risk and liability for loss dam
25. oes NOT indicate a malfunction of any kind e Maintain a grip on the starter handle and allow the rope to recoil slowly e Repeat the previous steps until engine starts When engine starts move choke control gradually toward the RUN position until the engine is running smoothly A Stopping Engine e Move throttle control lever to STOP position Model CS4265 or push rocker switch to OFF Model CS4210 See Figure 5 WARNING Never run the engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly gas Figure 5 CAUTION Never stop the engine by moving the choke lever into the CHOKE position Backfire fire or engine damage could result A Operating the Chipper Shredder Shredding Yard waste such as leaves and pine needles can be placed in the hopper for shredding After material has been processed by the shredder blade and flails it will be forced out of the discharge chute and if attached into a debris collection bag Observe the following guidelines when shredding yard debris Never attempt to shred material other than normal yard debris leaves twigs pine cones etc e Avoid shredding fibrous plants such as tomato vines until they are thoroughly dried out Fresh vines do not shred well and tend to wrap themselves around the impeller and flails e Place reasonable amounts of debris into the hopper at a time Do not overload th
26. ore than one branch into the chipper chute at a time e Never feed anything other than branches or wood into the chipper chute WARNING Never operate the chipper shredder without chipper chute lowered into the operating position e Use the tamper to assist in feeding branches into the chipper chute e Apply intermittent pressure force in short pulses Locking Buckle while feeding larger 2 3 inch diameter branches into the chipper chute to avoid bogging or stalling the engine IMPORTANT Never feed branches with a diameter greater than three 3 inches into the chipper chute Doing so can result in serious damage to your unit s chipper blades flails or impeller NOTE For best performance always operate the unit with sharp chipper blades If a noticeable loss in performance is encountered while chipping branches the chipper blades should be replaced Emptying the Debris Collection Bag Stop engine E e Squeeze the locking buckle release the bag s Figure 6 drawstrap before loosening it from the discharge Empty the bag and reattach to the discharge chute chute See Figure 6 opening Refer to Figure 2 SECTION 5 MAINTAINING YOUR CHIPPER SHREDDER Customer Responsibilities MAINTENANCE SERVICE SCHEDULE Lube Spring Latch Lube Chipper Chute Hinge Lube Discharge Chute PRODUCT Inspect Chipper Blades Inspect Shredder Blade Inspect for Loose Hardware C
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