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MTD 020 Series Operator's Manual

MTD 020 Series Operator's Manual

Mtd chipper shredder vacuum operator's manual
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Operator's Manual
IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment
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 authorized engine service dealer or contact the service
department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.
MTD PRODUCTS LLC., P.O. Box 361131, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
Chipper Shredder
Vacuum
Model Series 020
FORM NO.
770-10535F.fm
(7/2004)

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  • Page 1 A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest authorized engine service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019. MTD PRODUCTS LLC., P.O. Box 361131, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019 PRINTED IN U.S.A.
  • Page 2 This information will be necessary to use the manufacturer’s web site and/or seek help from Customer Support or an authorized service dealer. A sample model plate is also shown below. MTD LLC P. O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND,OH 44136 330-220-4683 www.mtdproducts.com...
  • Page 3 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.
  • Page 4 Operation 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.

  • Page 5: Attaching The Handle

    SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR LAWN MOWER Removing Unit From Carton • Remove staples, break glue on top flaps, or cut tape at carton end and peel along top flap to open. • Remove loose parts if included with unit (i.e., operator’s manual, grass bag, safety glasses etc.)
  • Page 6 NOTE: The safety switch button attached to the mounting bracket must be fully depressed by the front tab on the bag handle when securing the bag or the engine will not start. See Figure 4. Front Tab Figure 4 Attaching The Blower Chute •...

  • Page 7: Starting Engine

    Collects shredded material fed through the chipper chute or vacuumed through the nozzle. Bag Handle Used to grasp bag in order to assist in attaching, removing and emptying bag. Chipper Chute Allow twigs and small branches up to 1-1/2” in diameter to be fed into the impeller for chipping.
  • Page 8 • Remove bag from rim of the discharge opening. Refer to Figure 3. • Twist the two buttons on the back of the bag to unlock and empty contents. See Figure 7. • Hold bag handle and clip while emptying contents. •...
  • Page 9 Removing The Flail Screen If the discharge area becomes clogged, remove the flail screen and clean area as follows: • Stop the engine and make certain the chipper shredder vacuum has come to a complete stop. • Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and ground against the engine.
  • Page 10 • Remove flange lock nut that secures flail screen to the lower housing. The flail screen does not have to be removed. • Remove the hex bolt, lock washer, and flat washer that secure the impeller assembly to the crankshaft. See Figure 13.
  • Page 11 SECTION 6: TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Engine fails to start 1. Spark plug wire disconnected. 2. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. 3. Throttle control lever (if so equipped) 4. Choke, if so equipped, not in 5. Blocked fuel line. 6. Faulty spark plug. 7.
  • Page 12 SECTION 7: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL SERIES 020...
  • Page 13 Model Series 020 Ref. †If Equipped Part No. Part Description 749-04172 Upper Handle 720-0241 Handle Knob 5/16-18 710-1174 Carriage Bolt 749-04165 Lower Handle 664-0095 Bag Assembly 711-1293 Studs 712-0397 Wing Nut 1/4-20 710-0703 Carriage Screw 1/4-20 x.75 710-0726 Hex Cap Screw 5/16-12 x.750...
  • Page 14 Model Series 020...
  • Page 15 Model Series 020 Ref. — Part No. Part Description 725-1700 Switch Cover 725-3166 Safety Switch 710-0224 Hex Washer Screw #10-16 x.50 629-0920A Wire Harness 731-1613 Safety Switch Cover 714-0104 Cotter Pin 731-1905A Nozzle 732-0962 Compression Spring 781-0778A Switch Mounting Bracket...
  • Page 16 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...