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PERATOR'S
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 368022 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.
MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
(Model 465A shown)
M
ANUAL
Chipper - Shredders
Model Series
462 thru 465
FORM NO. 770-0371A
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- Page 1 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 368022 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722. MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722 PRINTED IN U.S.A. ANUAL Chipper - Shredders Model Series 462 thru 465 FORM NO. 770-0371A...
- Page 2 As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. This chipper-shredder is capable of amputating fingers and hands and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
- Page 3 • If situations occur which are not covered by this manual, use care and good judgment. Contact your dealer for assistance. • Keep discharge chute deflector, chipper chute door, and all other guards and safety devices in place and operating properly.
- Page 4 Read the Owner's Manual before starting and using this chipper/shredder. • Keep hands, feet, face and clothing out of shredder hopper inlet and chipper chute inlet. • Keep hands, feet, face and clothing away from discharge area and moving parts.
- Page 5 MTD Customer Support Department. • Every chipper shredder has a model plate. You can locate it by standing behind the unit in the operating position and looking down at the frame next to the engine.
- Page 6 SECTION 6: SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS This guide covers models 462B 5 H.P. thru 465A 8 H.P. chipper shredders. Much of this guide pertains to both models. However, there are some areas where only one model is covered. Use only the information that is appropriate for your model.
- Page 7 3. Place the chipper chute over the weld studs so the slot on the chute is towards the bottom. Align the three holes on the chute with the three weld studs.
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Page 8: Stopping Engine
Removing the Flail Screen in Maintenance section. Starter Handle STARTING ENGINE WARNING: the operator is standing near the chipper- shredder while starting or operating. Do not operate this chipper-shredder unless the chute deflector has been properly installed and is secured with the hand knobs. - Page 9 (becomes stringy, etc.) or if the rate at which the material is discharged slows down considerably, it is likely that the shredding blade and/ or chipper blades are dull and need to be sharpened or replaced. Refer to Maintenance section.
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Page 10: Spark Plug
Do not use heat. ENGINE OIL The engine oil is the most important “insurance policy” your new chipper shredder has. It protects it from excess wear and tear and helps the cooling process. It is important that you maintain the engine oil at the proper level and that it is changed on a regular basis. - Page 11 3. Using a 1/2” wrench, remove the chipper chute by removing three hex nuts and washers. Model 465A only 4. Use a 7/16” wrench, to remove the brace holding the chipper chute to the frame by removing the hex bolts.
- Page 12 Clean flail screen and inside of housing. See Maintenance section of this manual. Always run engine at full throttle Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire. Remove lodged object. Always run engine at full throttle Replace shredding and chipper blades or see your authorized service dealer.
- Page 13 SECTION 12: ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST REF. 681-0133 681-0134 710-3001 711-0299 711-0835 712-0798 732-0194 736-0133 736-0169 TOW HITCH KIT Model Number 290-010-000 For Models 462B, 463C, 465A PART DESCRIPTION Tow Bar Tongue Tow Bar Base Hex Hd. Cap Scr. 3/8-16:.880 Lg. Pin, Clevis - .625 x 2.40 Lg.
- Page 14 Model 462B, 463C, 465A...
- Page 15 26 681-0094 Chute Deflector Ass’y. 27 712-3010 Hex Nut 5/16-18 Thd. (Gr. 5) 29 681-0048 Hand Knob Ass’y. 33 681-0095 Chipper Chute Ass’y.† 34 736-0170 Spec. L-Wash. 5/16" I.D. 35 712-3004A Hex Nut 5/16-18 Thd. (Gr. 5) 36 781-0510B Shredder Frame 37 710-0157 Hex Bolt 5/16-24 x .75"...
- Page 16 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: For TWO YEARS from the date of retail purchase within the United States of America, its possessions and territories, MTD PRODUCTS INC will, at its option, repair or replace, for the original purchaser, free of charge, any part or parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.