Echo Bear Cat SC5627B Owner's Manual

5 inch chipper/shredder/ blower

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5 INCH CHIPPER/SHREDDER/
BLOWER
SC5627B – 627cc BRIGGS & STRATTON
PN: 73409-00
Rev. 062917
Companion to 73418-00
Range: 5VJAA0215HW005514 - Current

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  • Page 1 www.bearcatproducts.com 5 INCH CHIPPER/SHREDDER/ BLOWER SC5627B – 627cc BRIGGS & STRATTON PN: 73409-00 Rev. 062917 Companion to 73418-00 Range: 5VJAA0215HW005514 - Current...
  • Page 2 Please read and understand this manual before operating your machine. If you have any questions or comments about this manual, please call us toll-free at 1.888.645.4520. If you have any questions or problems with your machine, please call or write your local authorized ECHO Bear Cat Dealer.
  • Page 3 Crary Industries, Inc. In the event of a failure, return the product, at your cost, along with proof of purchase to the selling ECHO Bear Cat dealer. Crary Industries, Inc. will, at its option, repair or replace any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY ..............1 SERVICE & MAINTENANCE ......14 1.1 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL ........1 5.1 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ......... 14 1.2 FIRE HAZARD INFORMATION ........ 1 5.2 ROTOR LOCK ............15 1.3 BEFORE OPERATING ..........1 5.3 OPEN/CLOSE ACCESS COVER ......15 1.4 OPERATION SAFETY ..........
  • Page 5: Safety

    SAFETY Section The engine on your power equipment, like most outdoor 1.1 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL power equipment, is an internal combustion engine that burns gasoline or diesel fuel (hydrocarbons). If operating your power equipment in affected areas, it must be equipped with a spark arrestor in continuous effective working order.
  • Page 6: Operation Safety

    SAFETY 6. Do not operate this machine 3. Set up your work site so you are not endangering if you are under the influence traffic and the public. Take great care to provide alcohol, medications, adequate warnings. substances that can affect your 4.
  • Page 7: Battery Safety

    SAFETY 1.5 BATTERY SAFETY 1.6 MAINTENANCE/STORAGE SAFETY Improper use and care of the battery on electric start 1. Before inspecting, servicing, storing, or changing models can result in serious personal injury or property an accessory, shut off the machine and make sure damage.
  • Page 8: Safety Decals

    SAFETY 1.8 SAFETY DECALS See Section 1.9 for decal locations. Familiarize yourself with all of the safety and operating decals on the machine and the associated hazards. See the engine owner's manual or contact the engine manufacturer for engine safety instructions and decals.
  • Page 9: Safety Decal Locations

    SAFETY PN 32327-00 ENG. & FR. PN 32330-00 ENG. & FR. (32339-00 ESP. & PORT.) (32342-00 ESP. & PORT.) PN 32328-00 ENG. & FR. PN 32332-00 ENG. & FR. (32340-00 ESP. & PORT.) (32341-00 ESP. & PORT.) *Decals 11-14 not for CE compliant machines. 1.9 SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS The numbers below correspond to the decals in Section 1.8.
  • Page 10: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY Section 2. Next, place the two hitch plates (5) over the axle and WARNING attach to hitch pole using two 1/2 x 3 1/4" bolts (6), two washers (7) and two nylock nuts (9) as shown in If any bolts or nuts are dropped in the machine, be Figures 2.1 and 2.2.
  • Page 11: Attach Chipper Chute

    ASSEMBLY 2.3 ATTACH CHIPPER CHUTE WARNING Do not operate this unit without the chipper chute correctly installed. Rotating cutting blades can cause serious personal injury. 1. Use a support or hoist to hold the chipper chute in place on the chipper frame. 2.
  • Page 12: Attach Shredder Chute Tray

    ASSEMBLY 2. Attach the positive (red) battery cable from the engine 2.5 ATTACH SHREDDER CHUTE TRAY to the positive (+) battery terminal. 3. Attach the negative (black) battery cable from the 1. Align the shredder chute tray on the shredder chute engine to the negative (-) battery terminal.
  • Page 13: Features & Controls

    FEATURES & CONTROLS Section Understanding how your machine works will help you achieve the best results when using your chipper. The following descriptions define the features and controls of your machine. REFER TO ENGINE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR FURTHER ENGINE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. 5 INCH CHIPPER/SHREDDER/BLOWER...
  • Page 14 FEATURES & CONTROLS 1. CHUTE EXTENSION TRAY The feed chute has an extension tray that folds down. Raise the extension tray to an upright position and secure with latch before towing the machine. 2. DISCHARGE CAP Directs the discharge of material vertically. Adjust the discharge cap by turning the knobs located on the side. Turn knob counterclockwise to loosen discharge cap.
  • Page 15: Operation

    OPERATION Section As with any other piece of outdoor power equipment, 4. Turn key to the START postion. Release the key getting the feel for how your machine operates and switch as soon as the engine starts. Gradually move getting to know the best techniques for particular jobs are the choke lever to the RUN position as the engine important to good overall performance.
  • Page 16: Chipper Operation Guidelines

    OPERATION 4.3 CHIPPER OPERATION GUIDELINES 9. ALWAYS feed brush from the side of the chipper WARNING chute, rather than from the front. Step aside to avoid being hit by the brush moving into the chipper. Read and follow all safety instructions in this manual. 10.
  • Page 17: Shredder Adjuster

    OPERATION 4.4 SHREDDER ADJUSTER 4.5 SLOWING AND STOPPING THE CHIPPER ROTOR AND ENGINE The size of shredded materials produced by the machine can be regulated with the shredder adjuster lever. Move NEVER disengage the belt as part of the stopping or the lever up for a smaller shredded product.
  • Page 18: Service & Maintenance

    SERVICE & MAINTENANCE Section 5.1 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The items listed in this service and maintenance schedule are to be checked, and if necessary, corrective action taken. This schedule is designed for units operating under normal conditions. If the unit is operating in adverse or severe conditions, it may be necessary for the items to be checked and serviced more frequently.
  • Page 19: Rotor Lock

    SERVICE & MAINTENANCE WARNING BEFORE INSPECTING OR SERVICING ANY PART OF THIS MACHINE, SHUT OFF POWER SOURCE, AND MAKE SURE ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. 5.2 ROTOR LOCK 5.4 CHIPPER BLADES MAINTENANCE The chipper blades will eventually become dull, making WARNING chipping difficult and adding extra strain on the machine.
  • Page 20: Removing The Blades

    SERVICE & MAINTENANCE WARNING BEFORE INSPECTING OR SERVICING ANY PART OF THIS MACHINE, SHUT OFF POWER SOURCE, AND MAKE SURE ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. 6. Small imperfections such as nicks and burrs on 5.5 REMOVING THE BLADES the flat side of the blade will not affect the chipping performance of the machine.
  • Page 21: Shredder Knives Maintenance

    SERVICE & MAINTENANCE WARNING BEFORE INSPECTING OR SERVICING ANY PART OF THIS MACHINE, SHUT OFF POWER SOURCE, AND MAKE SURE ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. 4. Remove the belt guards on the rear of the machine. 10.
  • Page 22: Trailer Maintenance Tips

    SERVICE & MAINTENANCE WARNING BEFORE INSPECTING OR SERVICING ANY PART OF THIS MACHINE, SHUT OFF POWER SOURCE, AND MAKE SURE ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. 5.11 TRAILER MAINTENANCE TIPS 5.13 REMOVING THE ROTOR 1. Check wheel bolt torque monthly. Loosen and remove the 3/8"...
  • Page 23: Change Oil

    SERVICE & MAINTENANCE WARNING BEFORE INSPECTING OR SERVICING ANY PART OF THIS MACHINE, SHUT OFF POWER SOURCE, AND MAKE SURE ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. 8. Check pulley alignment. Place a straightedge across the face of both pulleys to inspect. If necessary, loosen the set screws on both pulleys and move them so that they are directly in line.
  • Page 24: Lubrication

    SERVICE & MAINTENANCE WARNING BEFORE INSPECTING OR SERVICING ANY PART OF THIS MACHINE, SHUT OFF POWER SOURCE, AND MAKE SURE ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. 5.16 LUBRICATION WARNING NOTE Do not over grease bearings. Overfilling can lead to Polyurea lithium-based greases...
  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    Before performing any of the corrections in this troubleshooting chart, refer to the appropriate information contained in this manual for the correct safety precautions and operating or maintenance procedures. Contact your dealer or ECHO Bear Cat for service problems with the machine.
  • Page 26 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES REMEDY Use branch or similar object to clear Obstructed discharge discharge Shredder requires excessive power or Clear rotor, feed material into shredder Plugged rotor stalls more evenly Wet or green material will not discharge Alternately feed dry material Engaging clutch too fast Engage clutch more slowly Engine stalls or...
  • Page 27: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Section DESCRIPTION ENGLISH METRIC Overall size 92 x 52 x 92" 233 x 131 x 233 cm Overall weight 915 lbs. 415kg Max chipper capacity 5" 12.7 cm Chipper blades Max shredder capacity 3/4" 2 cm Shredder knives Rotor speed 2,000 RPM Rotor size 18"...
  • Page 28: Bolt Torque

    SPECIFICATIONS 7.1 BOLT TORQUE The tables below are for reference purposes only and their use by anyone is entirely voluntary, unless otherwise noted. Reliance on their content for any purpose is at the sole risk of that person and any loss or damage resulting from the use of this information is the responsibility of that person.
  • Page 29: Options

    OPTIONS Section PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 72493 KIT, CHIPPER BLADE 77613-00 KIT, SC5627B SHREDDER KNIVES Chipper Blade Kit, 72493 Shredder Knife Kit, 77613-00 5 INCH CHIPPER/SHREDDER/BLOWER...
  • Page 30 ECHO BEAR CAT www.bearcatproducts.com 237 NW 12th Street, West Fargo, ND 58078-0849 Phone: 701.282.5520 • Toll Free: 888.645.4520 • Fax: 701.282.9522 E-mail: service@bearcatproducts.com • sales@bearcatproducts.com...

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