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Safety • Assembly • Operation • Tips & Techniques • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts Lists • Warranty
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
*Model 462 Shown
Chipper Shredder — Model Series 452 thru 465
IMPORTANT
READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION
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 361131 Cleveland,
Ohio 44136-0019.
FORM NO. 770-10048I
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
7/20/2006
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- Page 1 Safety • Assembly • Operation • Tips & Techniques • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts Lists • Warranty OPERATOR’S MANUAL *Model 462 Shown Chipper Shredder — Model Series 452 thru 465 IMPORTANT READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION 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).
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new chipper shredder. It will help you assemble, pre- pare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says. Customer Support ... 2 Safety Labels ... 3 Safe Operation Practices ... -
Page 3: Safety Labels
This Operators Manual covers a range of product specifications for various models. Characteristics and features discussed and/or illustrated in this manual may not be applicable to all models. MTD LLC reserves the right to change product specifications, designs and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation. Safety Labels WARNING... -
Page 4: Safe Operation Practices
Never operate this machine in bare feet or sandals. Wear leather work gloves when feeding material in the chipper chute. 4. Before starting, check all bolts and screws for proper tight- ness to be sure the machine is in safe working condition. - Page 5 10. Keep all guards, deflectors and safety devices in place and operating properly. 11. Keep your face and body back and to the side of the chipper chute while feeding material into the machine to avoid accidental kickback injuries.
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Page 6: Setting Up Your Chipper Shredder
NOTE: All references in this manual to the left or right side of the chipper shredder is from the operating position only. Excep- tions, if any, will be specified. NOTE: This Operators... - Page 7 6. a. Align the chipper chute over the weld studs, so the slot in the bottom of the chute is facing down. b. Secure chipper chute with the three cupped washers (cupped side against the chipper chute) and hex nuts previously removed.
- Page 8 Figure 3- Figure 3- 7. The chipper shredder was shipped with one end of the support brace already secured to the lower frame. Loosen but do not remove the bolts securing the brace to the frame. See Figure 3-7.
- Page 9 9. a. Align the chipper chute over the weld studs, so the slot in the bottom of the chute is facing down. b. Secure chipper chute with the three cupped washers (cupped side against the chipper chute) and hex nuts previously removed. Tighten the nuts at this time.
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Page 10: Operating Your Chipper Shredder
See Figure 4-1. is hot or running. Tow Bar Extinguish cigarettes, Use the tow bar to tow the chipper shredder behind a cigars, pipes and tractor to a job site. See Figure 4-1. other sources of NOTE: If your unit is not equipped with a tow bar, you ignition. -
Page 11: Stopping Engine
IMPORTANT: The flail screen is located inside the housing in the discharge area. If the flail screen becomes clogged, remove and clean as instructed in SECTION 5: MAINTAINING YOUR CHIPPER SHRED- DER. For best performance, it is also important to keep the chipper blade sharp. -
Page 12: Maintaining Your Chipper Shredder
If the discharge area becomes clogged, remove the flail screen and clean area as follows: 1. Stop the engine and make certain the chipper shred- der has come to a complete stop. 2. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and ground against the engine. - Page 13 Torque hardware to 250 - 300 in. lbs. Sharpening Or Replacing The Shred- der Blade WARNING: The impeller’s chipper blades are sharp. Wear leather work gloves to protect your hands. 1. Stop the engine and make certain that all moving parts have come to a complete stop.
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Page 14: Troubleshooting
2. Stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire. Remove lodged object. 3. Always run engine at full throttle. 1. Always run engine at full throttle. 2. Replace chipper blade or see your authorized service dealer. - Page 15 NOTES Use this page to make notes and write down important information.
- Page 16 Model Series 452 Thru 465...
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Page 17: Parts List
Lock Washer 5/16 681-0117 Inner Impeller Housing Assembly 710-3025 Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x.625 710-0157 Hex Cap Screw 5/16-24 x.75 781-0490 Chipper Blade 710-1054 Hex Cap Screw 5/16-24 x 1.0 681-0030 Impeller Assembly 712-0411 Hex Lock Nut 5/16-24 781-0735 Retainer Pin Clip... - Page 18 Model Series 452 Thru 465 † łł Model Series 454 & 464 ‡ ł Model Series 452 & 462 * If Equipped...
- Page 19 Flat Washer,.411 x 1.25 x 1.0 35. 736-0169* Lock Washer, 3/8 — 723-0400 Safety Glasses (Not Shown) — 664-04022 Chipper Bag Ass’y (Not Shown) — 664-04023†† î Chipper Bag Ass’y (Not Shown) Parts List To order replacement parts, contact 1-800-800-7310 or visit www.mtdproducts.com...
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Page 20: Warranty
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 workman- ship for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship.