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O
PERATOR'S
R
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.
M
ANUAL
CHIPPER
SHREDDER
VACUUM
Model
020
FORM NO. 770-10197
(3/99)
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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.
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Page 2: Section 1: Finding Your Model Number
Operator’s Manual. The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from your dealer or the MTD customer support department. • Every chipper shredder vacuum has a model plate. You can locate it by standing behind the unit in the operating position and looking down behind the engine. -
Page 3: Section 3: Important Safe Operation Practices
SECTION 3: 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 YOUR CHIPPER SHEDDER VACUUM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. - Page 4 • Never attempt to remove or empty vacuum bag 3. SERVICE when engine is running. Shut the engine off and • Use extreme care in handling gasoline and other wait for the impeller to come to a complete stop fuels. They are extremely flammable and the before removing the bag.
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Page 5: Section 4: Assembly Instructions
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. DANGER TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL. KEEP HANDS OUT OF INLET AND DISCHARGE OPENINGS WHILE MACHINE IS RUNNING. -
Page 6: Attaching The Handle
ATTACHING THE HANDLE Lower 1. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark Handle plug and ground it against the engine. 2. Fold out the upper handle until it aligns with Handle lower handle. Make sure the rope guide is on Clip Stud the right side of upper handle. -
Page 7: Section 5: Operation
SECTION 5: OPERATION WEAR YOUR The operation of any chipper shredder vacuum blower can result in foreign objects being SAFETY GLASSES thrown into the eyes, which can damage your eyes severely. Always wear the safety glasses provided with this unit or eye shields before chipping or blowing and while performing any adjustments or repairs. -
Page 8: Carburetor Adjustment
IMPORTANT: The flail screen located inside the Clip housing in the discharge area. If the flail screen Handle becomes clogged, remove and clean as instructed in SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE. For best performance, it is important to keep the chipper blade sharp. Refer to SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE. WARNING: Do not at any time make Buttons... -
Page 9: Section 6: Maintenance
Minor carburetor adjustment may be required to com- REMOVING THE FLAIL SCREEN pensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or If the discharge area becomes clogged, remove the flail load. Do not make unnecessary adjustments. Factory screen and clean area as follows. settings are satisfactory for most applications and con- 1. -
Page 10: Bottom View
Hex Screw Figure 12 Lower Housing Screws SHARPENING OR REPLACING CHIPPER Nozzle BLADE Screws Figure 14 Because the engine on this unit has a tapered crank- shaft, a special impeller removal tool (part number 753- 5. Remove lock nut that secures flail screen to the 0638) is required to remove the impeller assembly. -
Page 11: Section 7: Off-Season Storage
10. Replace or sharpen chipper blade. SECTION 7: OFF-SEASON 11. When sharpening blade, protect hands by using STORAGE gloves and follow the original angle of grind. 12. Reassemble by performing steps 1 through 9 in The following steps should be taken to prepare your reverse order. - Page 12 Model 020...
- Page 13 PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 725-1700 Switch Cover 781-0490 Chipper Blade 725-3166 Safety Switch 736-0119 Lock Washer 5/16 710-0224 Hex Washer Screw #10-16 x .50 712-0411 Hex Lock Nut 5/16-24 629-0920 Wire Harness 681-0152 Impeller Ass’y 710-0604 Hex Washer Screw 5/16-18 x .625 719-0329 Flail Blade 714-0104...
- Page 14 Model 020...
- Page 15 PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 720-0295 Foam Grip 736-0105 Bell Washer .401 ID x .870 OD 749-0438C Upper Handle 734-1992 Wheel 9 x 2 720-0279 Knob 738-1015 Shoulder Screw 3/8-16 710-1205 Eye Bolt 731-1426 Hubcap 720-0276 Handle Knob 5/16-18 781-0725 Front Wheel Support Brace 710-1174 Carriage Bolt 781-0765...
- Page 16 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: b. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD blade sharpening and tune-ups, or adjustments such PRODUCTS INC (“MTD”) with respect to new merchandise as brake adjustments, clutch adjustments or deck purchased and used in the United States, its possessions adjustments;...
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