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Controls & Operation
ENGINE CONTROLS
A. Ignition Switch — has three positions: START,
RUN, and OFF. START cranks the engine for start-
ing. RUN disengages the starter and allows the unit
to run or be started with the recoil starter. OFF stops
the engine.
B. Primer — assists in starting the engine by injecting
fuel directly into the venturi of the carburetor.
C. Throttle/Stop Switch — controls the engine speed
and has three positions: FAST, IDLE, and STOP.
FAST runs the engine at maximum speed. This is
the setting used while chipping and shredding. IDLE
runs the engine at its slowest speed. Use idle to
reduce stress on the engine when chipping or shred-
ding is not being performed. STOP stops the
engine.
D. Recoil Starter — is used to pull the engine over by
hand for manual starting.
START-UP
The controls required to start and run the chipper/shred-
der are located on the engine, see Engine Controls. Also
see the engine manual for engine related information.
Cold Starts
1. Install spark plug wire.
2. Push the primer three times.
3. Move throttle lever to the fast position.
4. Place foot on front support leg to hold unit firmly in
place, and adopt a stable stance.
5. Electric start: Turn the ignition key to the start posi-
tion. Crank the engine until it starts.
Manual start: Pull recoil starter rope rope out and
allow rope to return normally. Repeat until the
engine starts.
6. Leave the throttle in the fast position for chipping and
shredding.
NOTE: Because engines function differently under dif-
ferent conditions, the engine may need to be primed
more or less than 3 times. You must determine what
procedure works best for your conditions.
Restarting A Warm Engine
Restarting an engine that is already warm from previous
running does not normally require as much priming.
1. Press the primer once.
2. Move throttle lever to the fast position.
3. Place foot on front support leg to hold unit firmly in
place, and adopt a stable stance.
A
B
Figure 8. Descriptive Title
A. Ignition Switch
B. Primer
4. Electric start: Turn the ignition key to the start posi-
tion. Crank the engine until it starts.
Manual start: Pull recoil starter rope rope out and
allow rope to return normally. Repeat until the
engine starts.
5. Leave the throttle in the fast position for chipping and
shredding.
NOTE: Because engines function differently under dif-
ferent conditions, the engine may need to be primed
more or less than 1 time. You must determine what pro-
cedure works best for your conditions.
SHUTTING DOWN
When you're done using the chipper/shredder, following
these simple but worthwhile steps will help you shut
down the unit properly so that your next use will be trou-
ble-free.
1. When you have completed processing the materials
to be chipped or shredded, shut the engine off and
allow the rotor to come to a complete stop before
proceeding.
2. Remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug to
prevent the possibility of inadvertent starting.
3. Inspect the following areas for any remaining materi-
als that may have built up or become caught during
the final chipping and shredding operations:
• Shredder Hopper
• Chipper Cone
• Discharge Chute
• Engine Recoil Starter Area
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D
C. Throttle/Stop Switch
D. Recoil Starter
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