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PRO-XL CHIPPER-SHREDDER
SAFETY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Model:
PRO-XL
Serial No.
Order No.
Read and understand this manual and all instructions before operating the DR PRO-XL CHIPPER-SHREDDER.
DR Power Equipment
Toll-free phone: 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637)
Website: www.DRpower.com

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  • Page 1 ® PRO-XL CHIPPER-SHREDDER SAFETY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Model: PRO-XL DR Power Equipment Serial No. Toll-free phone: 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) Order No. Website: www.DRpower.com Read and understand this manual and all instructions before operating the DR PRO-XL CHIPPER-SHREDDER.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Additional Information and Potential Changes DR Power Equipment reserves the right to discontinue, change, and improve its products at any time without notice or obligation to the purchaser. The Figure 1 descriptions and specifications contained in this manual were in effect at printing.

  • Page 3: Chapter 1: General Safety Rules

    Safety and Information labels that appear on the equipment. Take a moment to study them and make a note of their location on your DR PRO-XL CHIPPER-SHREDDER as you set up and before you operate the unit. Replace damaged or missing Safety and Information labels immediately.
  • Page 4 Do Not Exceed 10 mph while towing the machine. Become familiar with a chipper equipped with a Yard Tow the operation and service Kit. Never tow the Yard-Tow model recommendations to ensure the over roads. best performance. ® PRO-XL CHIPPER SHREDDER...
  • Page 5 Keep bystanders 50 feet away from your work area at all times. Wood chips and shredder debris exit the mchine at great speeds. To be safe, do not operate the machine near small children or pets, and never allow children to operate the DR PRO- XL CHIPPER-SHREDDER.
  • Page 6 Do not operate the Engine with the Air Cleaner or the Carburetor Air Intake Cover removed. Removal of such parts could create a fire hazard. Do not use flammable solutions to clean the Air Filter.  The Muffler and Engine become very hot and can cause a severe burn; do not touch. ® PRO-XL CHIPPER SHREDDER...
  • Page 7  Know how to stop the DR PRO-XL CHIPPER-SHREDDER quickly by turning the key to the “OFF” position (refer to chapter 3).  Never operate your unit on a slippery, wet, muddy, or icy surface. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
  • Page 8 Under California law, and the laws of some other states, you are not permitted to operate an internal combustion engine using hydrocarbon fuels without an Engine Spark Arrestor. This also applies to operation on US Forest Lands. All DR PRO-XL CHIPPER-SHREDDER’S shipped to California, New Mexico, and Washington State are provided with Spark Arrestors.

  • Page 9: Chapter 2: Setting Up The Dr Pro-Xl Chipper-Shredder

    Chapter 2: Setting Up the DR PRO-XL CHIPPER-SHREDDER It may be helpful to familiarize yourself with the controls and features of your DR PRO-XL CHIPPER-SHREDDER as shown in Figure 2 before beginning these procedures. If you have any questions at all, please feel free to contact us at www.DRpower.com.
  • Page 10 Free Swinging, Serrated, Reversible 3 Times Hammer Size/Type 3-1/2" x 1-1/2" x 7 Ga. Heat Treated Standard Screen w/Unit 84 Hole Wheel Size 16.5" x 4.80/4.00-8 Pneumatic- Machine Weight 407 Lbs. Overall Length 79" Overall Width 47" Overall Height 53" ® PRO-XL CHIPPER SHREDDER...
  • Page 11 Contents and Hardware Supplied lists above. If you have any questions, contact us at www.DRpower.com or call 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637). Do not Figure 4 discard your packaging material until you are fully satisfied with your new DR PRO-XL CHIPPER-SHREDDER. “U” Channel...
  • Page 12 2. Reinstall the Fuel Tank Cap before starting the Engine. See your Engine Owner’s Manual for more detailed information. Note: When Refueling the Fuel Tank, turn the Engine OFF, and let the Engine cool at least five minutes before removing the Fuel Tank Cap. ® PRO-XL CHIPPER SHREDDER...

  • Page 13: Chapter 3: Operating The Dr Pro-Xl Chipper-Shredder

    This chapter covers the procedures for starting and stopping your new DR PRO-XL CHIPPER-SHREDDER and discusses basic operation features. It may be helpful to better familiarize yourself with the features of your DR PRO-XL CHIPPER-SHREDDER by reviewing Figure 2 in Chapter 2 before beginning the steps outlined in this chapter.
  • Page 14 Connecting the PRO-XL CHIPPER-SHREDDER to your Tow Vehicle Hitch Always secure the Support Leg in the up (transport) position before towing to prevent damage to the machine. Clevis Pin 1. Lift the Chipper Tow Bar onto the Tow Vehicle Hitch and install the Clevis Pin and Hitch Clip to secure it (Figure 12).
  • Page 15 “chips”. The Chipper can chip twigs and branches ranging in size from 1" to 5" in diameter. Cut your materials into manageable lengths of no more than five or six feet long before feeding them into the Chipper Hopper. The Chipper Hopper must be securely bolted to the side of your DR PRO-XL CHIPPER-SHREDDER before using the machine! ...
  • Page 16 Using the Shredder Hopper The Shredder Hopper is located on the top of the DR PRO-XL CHIPPER-SHREDDER and is the opening into which all materials to be shredded should be fed. You can shred most organic materials. A flexible Blowback Shield is attached to the Hopper. You must push material past this flap using a wooden stick in order to enter the main Shredding Chamber where revolving steel Hammers do the shredding.
  • Page 17 To Free a Jammed Rotor Before performing any maintenance procedure or inspection, stop the Engine, wait five minutes to allow all moving parts to come to a complete stop and cool. Disconnect the Spark Plug Wire, keeping it away from the Spark Plug. ...
  • Page 18 Chapter 4: Maintaining the PRO-XL CHIPPER-SHREDDER Regular maintenance is the way to ensure the best performance and long life of your machine. Please refer to this manual and the Engine Manufacturer's Owner's Manual for maintenance procedures. Service intervals listed in the checklist below supersede those listed in the Engine Manufacturer's Owner's Manual.
  • Page 19 Removing and Replacing the Engine Oil Oil Drain Tools and Supplies Needed: Plug  Rags  12mm Wrench  Small Funnel  Approved Container (for Waste Oil)  Engine Oil (see your Engine Manual for Oil specifications) Engine Oil SAE 30 Oil - 37 oz. (1.09 L): above 50 degrees F; 10w-30: 30-90 degrees F;...
  • Page 20 Grease Fittings Your PRO-XL CHIPPER-SHREDDER was greased at the Factory. The operator Side Bearing needs to lubricate the Chipper Side and Drive Side Bearings every 40 hours of Collar Set use. Screw (2 places) Tools and Supplies Needed:  Flexible hose grease gun ...
  • Page 21 CHECKING AND ADJUSTING BELT TENSION Bolts Note: The DR PRO-XL CHIPPER SHREDDER has two drive Belts. Due to factory tolerances the tension on the two Belts may differ slightly. Over time the Belts will stretch and will begin to closely match each other. This procedure only needs to be Figure 22 performed on one Belt.
  • Page 22 1/2 turn). The bolts only need to be snug. Do not over tighten. 10. Recheck the Belt alignment and repeat alignment procedures as needed. Bushing 11. Reinstall the Belt Guard (Figure 25). Shaft Key Bushing Retaining Bolts Figure 27 ® PRO-XL CHIPPER SHREDDER...
  • Page 23 If you detect any of these, inspect the machine for damage, or any loose parts. Repair or replace any damaged parts and tighten any loose parts before Wear Plate starting the DR PRO-XL CHIPPER-SHREDDER. Lock Nuts 7. Re-connect the Negative Battery Terminal Wire and Spark Plug Wires.
  • Page 24 8. Slide the Knife Access Plate over to align the Lock Nuts with the large holes in the Knife Access Plate and remove the Knife Access Plate. Figure 33 Chipper Side Knife Access Plate Plate Lock Nut Large Hole in Plate Figure 34 ® PRO-XL CHIPPER SHREDDER...
  • Page 25 9. Rotate the Rotor Assembly using a Stick until the three Allen Screws Access Opening attaching the Knife to the Rotor are visible through the Access Opening (Figure 35). 10. Clean out the heads of the Allen Screws with an Awl or Sharp Tool. 11.
  • Page 26 (Figure 39). To rotate or reverse the Hammers, proceed as follows: Figure 39 Tools and Supplies Needed:  Retaining Ring Pliers  Two 7/16" Wrenches  Two 9/16" Wrenches  3/8" Wrench  Marker or Tape  Vise Grips ® PRO-XL CHIPPER SHREDDER...
  • Page 27 1. Remove the three Bolts supporting the Belt Guard using a 3/8" Wrench(Figure 40). Remove the Belt Guard and set aside. 2. Remove the Bolt and Lock Nut securing the Housing Top Plate using two Belt Guard 9/16" Wrenches (Figure 41). 3.
  • Page 28 Window Bolt and Lock Nut (Figure 41). 22. Tighten the Screen Pivot Bolt, Upper Scroll Bolt and Lower Scroll Bolt. 23. Reinstall the Belt Guard (Figure 40). Hammer Access Hammer Rod Window Removal Direction Figure 47 ® PRO-XL CHIPPER SHREDDER...
  • Page 29 If you notice decreased performance of the Clutch, check and replace it if necessary. The Clutch obtains its power from the Engine RPM. The higher the maintained Engine speed, the more torque the Clutch can transfer to the driven unit. NEVER operate the DR PRO-XL CHIPPER-SHREDDER Engine at less than full RPM. ...
  • Page 30 9. Reinstall the Belt Guard. Dust Cap Removing and Replacing the Wheels The Wheels on the DR PRO-XL CHIPPER SHREDDER are pneumatic and have tapered bearings. With use, Tires and Bearings may need replacing. The following procedure will explain how to replace the Wheel.
  • Page 31 Operate the Engine for at least 45 minutes to maintain proper Battery charge. If the Battery loses its charge, you will need to use a trickle charger (like the DR Battery Charger) to recharge it. The Charger should have an output of 12 volts at no more than 2 amps.
  • Page 32 Most problems are easy to fix. Consult the Troubleshooting Table below for common problems and their solutions. If you continue to experience problems, contact us at www.DRpower.com or call toll-free 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) for support. Shut down the Engine, remove the Spark Plug Wire, and wait 5 minutes before performing any maintenance procedure or inspection on the DR PRO-XL CHIPPER-SHREDDER.

  • Page 33: Chapter 4: Maintaining The Dr Pro-Xl Chipper-Shredder

     The Drive Belts are loose, off, or broken. Reinstall, re-tension, or change Belts (refer to “Chapter 4: Maintaining the DR PRO-XL CHIPPER-SHREDDER”).  Remove any built-up debris from the DR PRO-XL CHIPPER-SHREDDER Hopper Inlet(s) and Discharge Chute.  The inner Shoes of the Clutch are worn, and/or the Clutch Shoe Retaining Springs are weak or broken.

  • Page 34: Chapter 6: Parts Lists And Schematic Diagrams

    Chapter 6: Parts Lists and Schematic Diagrams Parts List – Shredder Assembly Note: Part numbers listed are available through DR Power Equipment. Ref# Part# Description Ref# Part# Description 10000041629 Spacer, Hammer 10000041724 Bracket, Belt Guard, Sideplate Mount 10000041665 Hammer, Serrated...
  • Page 35 Schematic –SHREDDER ASSEMBLY CONTACT US AT www.DRpower.com...
  • Page 36 Parts List –Frame and Drive Assembly Note: Part numbers listed are available through DR Power Equipment. Ref# Part# Description Ref# Part# Description A0000267435 Engine, B&S 21.0 GTQ (13.5 GHP), 110761 Nut, Nylon Lock, 5/16-18 E/S w/Labels 111411 Bolt, HCS, 5/16-18 X 3", GR5, ZP 10000043555 Clutch, Centrifugal, 1"...
  • Page 37 Schematic – Frame and Drive assembly CONTACT US AT www.DRpower.com...
  • Page 38 Notes: ® PRO-XL CHIPPER SHREDDER...
  • Page 39 PRO-XL CHIPPER-SHREDDER is fit for ordinary purposes for which a product of this type is used. DR Power Equipment however, limits the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness in duration to a period of two (2) years in consumer use, ninety (90) days for any other use.
  • Page 40  If your DR PRO-XL CHIPPER-SHREDDER will be idle for more than 30 days, we recommend using a gas stabilizer. This will prevent sediment from gumming up the Carburetor. If there is dirt or moisture in the gas or Tank, remove it by draining the Tank.
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