With proper care, your Chipper Shredder will provide many years of service. Please read this entire manual before installation and use. Earthquake reserves the right to change, alter or improve the product and this document at any time without prior notice.
Carefully follow all assembly instructions. • Maintain the chipper shredder according to directions WARNING INDICATES A SERIOUS INJURY OR FATALITY and schedule included in this Earthquake operator’s COULD RESULT IF THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS THAT FOLLOW THIS SIGNAL WORD ARE NOT OBEYED. manual.
Operator’s Manual Chipper Shredders Training IMPORTANT 1. Read the operating and service instructions carefully. THE RIGHT AND LEFT SIDES OF YOUR CHIPPER Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper SHREDDER ARE DETERMINED FROM THE OPERATING use of the equipment. Know how to stop the unit and POSITION, STANDING AND FACING THE UNIT.
Operator’s Manual Chipper Shredders 21. Never continue to operate the machine if it starts 4. Always follow the engine manual instructions for storage making unusual noise or vibration. Shut the engine off preparations before storing the unit for both short and immediately, allow the rotor to stop, disconnect the long term periods.
Operator’s Manual Chipper Shredders 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.
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Operator’s Manual Chipper Shredders 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.
Operator’s Manual Chipper Shredders 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.
Operator’s Manual Chipper Shredders 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). SEE FIGURE 1 2. Rotate cone and cone base away from engine so cone does not contact engine.
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Operator’s Manual Chipper Shredders Attaching Hopper Extension To Hopper For European models only (14268, 9060140, and 12547) Tools Required: • 5/32” Hex drive wrench (i.e: allen wrench) • 7/16” Wrench for 1/4-20 flange nut HOPPER EXTENSION NOTE: Assemble extension before adding fuel or engine oil.
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Operator’s Manual Chipper Shredders Install Discharge Bag This product comes with a discharge bag for collection of debris as it exits the discharge chute. Install the bag as shown in FIGURE 8 or 9. Add Engine Oil Refer to “Engine Oil Type and Capacity” in the Regular Maintenance section for oil type and fill procedures. Add Fuel Refer to “Adding Fuel”...
Operator’s Manual Chipper Shredders FEATURES & CONTROLS 14306-0014R1 14306-0015R1 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. Engine Stop / Throttle Control Fuel Tank The engine stop / throttle control lever...
Operator’s Manual Chipper Shredders GENERAL OPERATING SAFETY DANGER Be sure to read all information in the Safety and Operation THE EXHAUST FROM THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS sections before attempting to operate this unit. Become CARBON MONOXIDE GAS. CARBON MONOXIDE IS A COLORLESS, ORDERLESS AND TASTELESS GAS THAT familiar with all of the controls and how to stop the unit.
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Operator’s Manual Chipper Shredders Stopping the Engine Storage Before you store your unit for the off-season, read the NOTE: In the event of an emergency the engine can be Maintenance and Storage instructions in the Safety Rules stopped by setting the throttle control to STOP. section, then perform the following steps: 1.
Operator’s Manual Chipper Shredders CHIPPING AND SHREDDING RECOMMENDATIONS OPERATION TYPE OF WASTE PERMITTED SIZE LIMITATIONS NOTES Shredding Dry or moist organic material Branches and twigs up to 1/2” Alternately chip or shred including leaves, plants, diameter and 18” long. moist green waste with dry flowers, fruits, or vegetables.
Operator’s Manual Chipper Shredders 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 250 SPRING & EACH USE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS FALL Check for loose hardware Check all safety labels Inspect cone, hopper, and guards...
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Operator’s Manual Chipper Shredders ENGINE COOLING FINS 14306-0016R1 FIGURE 10 - Clean Debris from Engine Cooling Fins 14306-0017R1 FIGURE 11 Inspect / Rotate Shredding Hammers Clean Debris from Engine & Chipper A. J-Hammer Wear Area Service Interval: Before each use and every 100 hours. B.
Operator’s Manual Chipper Shredders 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. To inspect the chipping knives: 1.
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Operator’s Manual Chipper Shredders Engine Oil Type & Capacity Use oil classi ed API Service Class SF, Select a quality engine oil using the chart in Figure 15. 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...
Operator’s Manual Chipper Shredders TROUBLESHOOTING CHART While normal care and regular maintenance will extend WARNING the life of your equipment, prolonged or constant use may TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, PERFORM MAINTENANCE eventually require that service be performed to allow it to ON THE UNIT ONLY WHEN THE ENGINE IS STOPPED.
Operator’s Manual Chipper Shredders 14306-0223R1 FIGURE 18 - Removing the Rotor Housing 14306-0022R1 FIGURE 17 - Removing the Shredder Hopper 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.
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Operator’s Manual Chipper Shredders Chipping Knives Sharpening and Replacement WARNING The chipping knives should be sharpened or replaced when AMPUTATION HAZARD. TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY tree limbs require extra force to feed into the chipper cone. FROM ACCIDENTAL STARTING, ALWAYS DISCONNECT The chipping knives may be sharpened at a 30 degree angle THE SPARK PLUG WIRE AND SECURE IT AWAY FROM THE PLUG WHEN SERVICING THE UNIT.
Operator’s Manual Chipper Shredders ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN - HOPPER AND ENGINE GROUP 14306-0028R1 OPTIONAL CE METAL CONE ASSEMBLY P/N 3550842 14306-0029R1 Check for parts online at www.getearthquake.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5...
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Operator’s Manual Chipper Shredders ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN - HOUSING AND ROTOR GROUP 14306-0030R1 Check for parts online at www.getearthquake.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5...
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Operator’s Manual Chipper Shredders ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN - 12727 VACUUM KIT (OPTIONAL ACCESSORY) 14306-0031R1 ITEM # 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"...
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Operator’s Manual Chipper Shredders ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN - 1692327 TOW BAR KIT (OPTIONAL ACCESSORY) 14306-0032R1 ITEM # 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 CAP SCREW, 5/16-18 X 5/8 GR5 1423B...
Operator’s Manual Chipper Shredders WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS PRODUCT WARRANTY: 1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Ardisam, Inc. (Ardisam) warrants the product(s) under a one-year limited warranty to be free from defects in the material or workmanship or both for a period not exceeding twelve consecutive months from the date of original purchase by the first retail consumer or first commercial end user.
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Operator’s Manual Chipper Shredders NOTES Check for parts online at www.getearthquake.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5...
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Operator’s Manual Chipper Shredders NOTES Check for parts online at www.getearthquake.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5...
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Operator’s Manual Chipper Shredders NOTES Check for parts online at www.getearthquake.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5...
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Earthquake®, Division of Ardisam, Inc. 1160 8th Avenue, PO Box 666 Cumberland, WI 54829 800-345-6007 | Fax 715-822-2223 E-mail: info@getearthquake.com All weights, specifications and features are approximate and are subject to change without notice. Due to continuous product improvements, product images may not be exact. Items used for props not included. Some assembly may be required.