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EarthQuake 9050300 Operator's Manual

196cc viper earthquake chipper / shredder, 8.25 torque rated briggs earthquake chipper / shredder (ce), 11.50 & 14.50 torque rated briggs earthquake chipper / shredder, tow bar kit & vacuum kit
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Model No.
9050300
9050140
9060300
9060140
9070300
9010400
9010140
1692327
1692210
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Description
196cc Viper Earthquake Chipper / Shredder
196cc Viper Earthquake Chipper / Shredder (CE)
8.50 Torque Rated Briggs Earthquake Chipper / Shredder
8.25 Torque Rated Briggs Earthquake Chipper / Shredder (CE)
11.50 Torque Rated Briggs Earthquake Chipper / Shredder
14.50 Torque Rated Briggs Earthquake Chipper / Shredder
14.50 Torque Rated Briggs Earthquake Chipper / Shredder (CE)
Tow Bar Kit
Vacuum Kit
Operator's Manual
Original Operating Instructions
Chipper/
Shredders
GAS/OIL
RATIO
50:1
1713250
Rev. 04/19/12

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  • Page 1 GAS/OIL 9060300 8.50 Torque Rated Briggs Earthquake Chipper / Shredder RATIO 9060140 8.25 Torque Rated Briggs Earthquake Chipper / Shredder (CE) 50:1 9070300 11.50 Torque Rated Briggs Earthquake Chipper / Shredder 9010400 14.50 Torque Rated Briggs Earthquake Chipper / Shredder 9010140 14.50 Torque Rated Briggs Earthquake Chipper / Shredder (CE)

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Safety Rules & Information .............................3 Safety Decals ............................................7 Safety Icons ............................................8 Identification Numbers........................................ 9 Initial Assembly ..............................10 Features & Controls .............................. 14 Operation ................................15 General Operating Safety ......................................15 Adding Fuel ............................................15 Starting the Engine ........................................15 Stopping the Engine........................................16 Processing Materials ........................................16 Chipping / Shredding Recommendations................................17...

  • Page 3: Safety Rules & Information

    Safety Rules & Information Operating Safety Congratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of lawn and garden equipment. Our products are designed and manufactured to meet or exceed all industry standards for safety. Power equipment is only as safe as the operator. If it is misused, or not properly maintained, it can be dangerous! Remember, you are responsible for your safety and that of those around you.
  • Page 4 Safety Rules and Information Moving Parts This equipment has many moving parts that can injure you or someone else. However, if you follow all the rules in this book, the unit is safe to operate. The chipper/shredder has spinning blades that can amputate hands and feet.
  • Page 5 Safety Rules & Information Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. This unit is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.

  • Page 6: Service And Maintenance

    Safety Rules and Information SeRvICe AND MAINTeNANCe come to a complete stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire and secure the wire away from the spark plug to Safe Handling of gasoline prevent accidental starting. 1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources 26.

  • Page 7: Safety Decals

    Safety Rules and Information Safety Decals This unit has been designed and manufactured to provide you with the safety and reliability you would expect from an industry leader in outdoor power equipment manufacturing. Although reading this manual and the safety instructions it contains will provide you with the necessary basic knowledge to operate this equipment safely and effectively, we have placed several safety labels on the unit to remind you of this important information while you are operating your unit.

  • Page 8: Safety Icons

    Safety Rules and Information Safety Icons (european Models) Warning: Read Operator’s Manual. Danger: Thrown Objects. Read and understand the Operator’s This machine is capable of throwing Manual before using this machine. objects and debris. Keep bystanders away. Danger: Amputation Hazard. Danger: Thrown Objects.

  • Page 9: Identification Numbers

    Safety Rules and Information Identification Numbers When contacting your authorized dealer for replacement parts, service, or information you MUST have these numbers. Record your model name/number, manufacturer’s identification numbers, and engine serial numbers in the space provided for easy access. These numbers can be found in the locations shown.

  • Page 10: Initial Assembly

    Initial Assembly Initial Assembly Install Chipper Cone - All Models 1 . Position the chipper cone (A) over the three 5/16-18 threaded studs protruding from the engine plate, and attach using three 5/16-18 flange nuts (B). 2. Rotate cone and cone base away from engine so cone does not contact engine.
  • Page 11 Initial Assembly Install the Hopper - All Models 1. Attach the hopper to the rotor housing. Make sure to engage the metal lip of the hopper liner inside the housing. 2. Secure the hopper to the rotor housing using two 5/16 x 1/2 hex head bolts, two 5/16 flat washers (Figure 19).
  • Page 12 ATTACHINg HOPPeR exTeNSION TO HOPPeR For european models only (9050140, 9060140, and 9010140) Tools Required: hopper extension hopper extension 5/32” Hex drive wrench (i.e: allen wrench) 7/16” Wrench for 1/4-20 flange nut NOTe: Assemble extension before adding fuel or engine oil. To attach the hopper extension: ange nut 1) Before bolting the handle into position, slide one hopper ex-...
  • Page 13 Initial Assembly Slide bag over dis- charge chute. Make sure bag Slide bag over dis- Lift discharge noose fits over top charge chute. chute and slide of discharge chute Make sure bag bag over chute. and notch in chute noose fits over top Make sure bag bottom.

  • Page 14: Features & Controls

    Features and Controls Figure 1. Controls Control Functions The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Operating requires the combined use of several controls applied in specific sequences. To learn what combination and sequence of controls to use for various tasks see the OPERATION section.

  • Page 15: Operation

    Operation general Operating Safety DANgeR Be sure to read all information in the Safety and Operation The exhaust from this product contains carbon sections before attempting to operate this unit. Become monoxide gas. Carbon monoxide is a colorless, familiar with all of the controls and how to stop the unit. orderless, and tasteless gas that can cause dizziness, Upon start-up and shut-down, you may hear the metal- nausea, unconsciousness, or even brain damage and...

  • Page 16: Stopping The Engine

    Operation running it for at least a minute. 6. Set throttle to FULL and begin chipping/shredding. Stopping the engine NOTE: In the event of an emergency the engine can be stopped by setting the throttle control to STOP. 1. Slide the throttle control fully left to the STOP position. NOTE: 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.

  • Page 17: Chipping / Shredding Recommendations

    Operation Chipping & Shredding Recommendations Operation Type of Waste Size limitations Notes Permitted Shredding Dry or moist organic material Branches and twigs up to 1/2” Alternately chip or shred moist green waste including leaves, plants, diameter and 18” long. with dry waste to avoid plugging of the flowers, fruits, or vegetables.

  • Page 18: Regular Maintenance

    Regular Maintenance Maintenance Schedule & Procedures The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your unit. SAFeTy ITeMS Before every 5 every 25 every 100 every Spring & each Hours Hours Hours Fall Hours Check for loose hardware •...

  • Page 19: Clean Debris From Engine & Chipper

    Regular Maintenance Figure 4. Clean Debris from engine Cooling Fins Figure 5. Inspect Shredder Hammers A. Access Panel Clean Debris from engine & Chipper Service Interval: Before each use and every 100 hours. The engine requires air flow to cool itself and for combustion.

  • Page 20: Inspect Chipping Knives

    Regular Maintenance Inspect Chipping Knives Service Interval: every 25 Hours, or As Necessary The chipping knives of this unit can be rotated or sharpened to provide a new cutting surface as required. When inspecting the knives be careful to avoid touching the sharpened edges.

  • Page 21: Engine Oil Type And Capacity

    Regular Maintenance engine Oil Type & Capacity Use oil classified API Service Class SF, Select a quality engine oil using the chart in Figure 10. 8.5 SG, SH, SJ or better with SAE Viscosity: torque rated models require 5/8 quart (0.6L) of oil. Check engine Oil level 30 Conventional** Service Interval: Before each Use...

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting & Repair

    Troubleshooting & Repair Troubleshooting Chart WARNINg While normal care and regular maintenance will extend To avoid serious injury, perform maintenance on the the life of your equipment, prolonged or constant use may unit only when the engine is stopped. eventually require that service be performed to allow it to Always disconnect the spark plug wire and fasten continue operating properly.

  • Page 23: Repair

    Troubleshooting & Repair Figure 12. Removing the Shredder Hopper Figure 13. Removing the Rotor Housing Repair Shredding Hammer Rotation and Replacement The cutting edges of the shredding hammers may eventually wear out requiring rotation of the hammer or replacement if all cutting edges have been dulled.
  • Page 24 Troubleshooting & Repair capscrews. Torque the socket head capscrews (A) to 30-35 ft. lbs. (41-47 N.m.)Refer to Figure 14 for assembly. The J-hammer (G) on the opposite side of the rotor faces outward for balanced rotation. Repeat for all the hammers. Chipping Knives Sharpening and Replacement The chipping knives should be sharpened or replaced when tree limbs require extra force to feed into the chipper cone.

  • Page 25: Specifications

    Model 9010140 14.50 Torque Rating 137 lbs. Parts & Accessories Replacement Parts Optional Accessories Replacement parts are available from your authorized dealer. Vacuum Kit Model No. 1692327 Always use genuine Earthquake Service Parts. Tow Bar Kit Model No. 1692210 1-800-345-6007 Page 25 GetEarthquake.com...

  • Page 26: Parts Explosions & Listings

    Parts Explosions & Listings HOPPeR & eNgINe gROUP Page 26 1-800-345-6007 GetEarthquake.com...
  • Page 27 31330 ENGINE, 196CC VIPER (9050300 & 9050140) 1095100 GUARD, HOPPER 1709403 COLLECTION BAG, 24" X 36" 1930642 NUT, FLANGE, 2-WAY LOCK, 1/4-20 LBL200201 DECAL, EARTHQUAKE DASH 1709603 SUPPORT, HOPPER GUARD 1921515 CAPSCREW, HEX HD, 3621100 HANDLE 5/16-24 X 3/4 1919326 WASHER, PLAIN,...
  • Page 28 Parts Explosions & Listings HOUSINg & ROTOR gROUP Page 28 1-800-345-6007 GetEarthquake.com...
  • Page 29 Parts Explosions & Listings HOUSINg & ROTOR gROUP Key # PART # DeSCRIPTION QTy. Key # PART # DeSCRIPTION QTy. 1916950 NUT, HEX 3/8-16 3525100 LINER, HOPPER 1709614 SPACER, TUBE 1917356 LOCKWASHER, SPLIT 5/16 1709616 SPACER, 3/4" O.D. X 3/4" LONG 6518100 CAPSCREW, SOCKET HD 3/8-16 X 5/8 (9070300, 9010400, 9010140) 1930642 NUT, 2-WAY LOCK 1/4-20...
  • Page 30 Parts Explosions & Listings 1692210 vACUUM KIT (OPTIONAl ACCeSSORy) Key # PART # DeSCRIPTION QTy. 1021100 ADAPTER 1023100 COUPLER 1025100 PLUG, CAP 1035100 HOSE, 4" DIA. X 10' LONG 1027100 LEAF TRAY 1030100 NOZZLE 1024100 RING, NOTCHED, 5" DIA. X 3" LONG 1960294 NUT, HEX FLANGE, 1/4-20 1921319 WASHER, 1/4 6041612 BOLT, PHILLIPS TRUSS HD, 1/4-20 X 1-1/2...
  • Page 31 Parts Explosions & Listings 1692327 TOW BAR KIT (OPTIONAl ACCeSSORy) Key # PART # DeSCRIPTION QTy. 1713352 BENT ARM ASSEMBLY 1713414 ROD ASSEMBLY 1713357 ROD HOLDER ASSEMBLY 1710726 PIN, CLEVIS, 5/16 X 1-1/2 1918196 PIN, QUICK, 3/32 X 1-7/8 1925205 BOLT, HEX HD CAPSCREW, 5/16-18 X 5/8 GR5 1423B BOLT, HEX HD CAPSCREW, 5/16-18 X 2 GR5 1919438 NUT, HEX LOCK, 5/16-18 118053 PIN, ROUND HD, 3/8 X 2...
  • Page 32 HOPPeR exTeNSION PARTS exPlOSION, PARTS lIST AND FUll ASSeMBly (Ce eUROPeAN MODelS ONly) 1, 4 Key # PART NO. DeSCRIPTION QTy. 1960507 BOLT 1/4-20 X 3/4 SBH BLK ZN 1930642 NUT 1/4-20 HFLTPLK BLK ZN 179470 EXTENSION CHIPPER HOPPER CE 1921319 WASHER, PLAIN 17/64 X 5/8 X 3/64 (NOT SHOWN) Page 32...

  • Page 33: Certificates Of Conformity

    8.25 Torque Rated Certificate of Conformity 1-800-345-6007 Page 33 GetEarthquake.com...
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  • Page 39: Certificates Of Conformity

    14.5 Torque Rated Certificate of Conformity 1-800-345-6007 Page 39 GetEarthquake.com...

  • Page 40: Warranty

    Terms and Conditions Ardisam, Inc., a manufacturing company, warrants this eARTHQUAKe® CHIPPeR/SHReDDeR to be free from defects in the material or workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase. During the one year warranty of this product, Ardisam will furnish, at its discretion, parts and labor to correct any defect caused by faulty material or workmanship.
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  • Page 44 Earthquake®, Division of Ardisam, Inc. 1160 8th Avenue, PO Box 666 Cumberland, WI 54829 800-345-6007 | Fax 715-822-2223 Email: info@ardisam.com Check for parts online at www.earthquake.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5...

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