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Operator’s Manual 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).
Content Important Safe Operation Practices Assembling Your Chipper Shredder Vacuum Know Your Chipper Shredder Vacuum Operating Your Chipper Shredder Vacuum Adjusting Your Chipper Shredder Vacuum This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new chipper shredder vacuum. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance.
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES 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.
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. Do not put hands and feet near rotating parts or in the feeding chambers and discharge opening.
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. NOTE: Not all safety labels shown may apply to your chipper shredder vacuum. SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR CHIPPER SHREDDER VACUUM This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil IMPORTANT:...
Attaching The Nozzle • Remove three wing nuts from the front of the chipper shredder vacuum. • Place nozzle in position over the three studs on unit and secure with wing nuts just removed. See Figure 2. Wing Figure 2 NOTE: The metal tab on the nozzle must depress the safety switch button attached to the front of chipper shredder vacuum or the engine will not start.
Starter Handle (Not Shown) The starter handle is located on the engine. Pull the starter handle to start engine. Drive Clutch Control Chipper Chute SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR CHIPPER SHREDDER VACUUM WARNING: Read, understand, and follow all instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating.
• Pull rope with a rapid, continuous, full arm stroke. Keep a firm grip on starter handle. Let rope rewind slowly. • Repeat the previous steps until engine fires. When engine starts, move choke control (if equipped) gradually to RUN position. WARNING: Keep bystanders, helpers, pets, and children at least 75 feet from the machine...
Smaller Hole (Rotate Freely) Larger Hole (Locked) Figure 7 Nozzle Door Height Adjustment The nozzle adjustment levers are located on each side of the nozzle door. The nozzle door can be adjusted to any of five positions, ranging from 1/2” to 3” ground clearance that will provide the best performance for the operating conditions.
Customer Responsibilities MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Lubricate Wheels Lubricate Adjustment Levers Lubricate Caster Wheels Check Chipper Blades Check Oil Change Oil Check Air Filter Clean Engine Check Spark Plug Maintenance Engine Refer to the separate engine manual for all engine maintenance instructions. •...
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Sharpening Or Replacing Chipper Blades NOTE: When tipping the unit, empty the fuel tank and keep spark plug side up. • Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine. • Remove the flail screen as instructed in the previous section.
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• Thread the special impeller tool into the crankshaft. Stop when the impeller assembly can move on the crankshaft. • If the old belt is still on the unit, cut belt to remove from unit. • Remove the impeller assembly from the crankshaft and unthread the special impeller tool from the impeller assembly.
Storing Your Chipper Shredder Vacuum • 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.
SECTION 8: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 203 REF. PART 681-0095 Chipper Chute 712-3010 Hex Nut 5/16-18 736-0242 Bell Washer.340 ID x.872 OD 731-1690A Discharge Chute 764-04001 631-0069 Nozzle Assembly 731-1831 Nozzle Flap 710-0969 Screw REF. DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 720-0190 Height Adjustment Knob...
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Model 203 Ref. Part No. Part Description 681-0108 Impeller Assembly Complete 719-0329 Flail Blade 715-0166 Spiral Pin 681-0107 Impeller Assembly 711-0833B Clevis Pin 736-0119 Lock Washer 5/16 710-1054 Cap Screw 5/16-24 x 1.0 781-0490 Chipper Blade 712-0411 Hex Lock Nut 5/16-24 736-0247 Flat Washer.406 x 1/1/4...
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. “MTD” 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...