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- Page 1 OPERATOR’S MANUAL 3 INCH CHIPPER SHREDDER SC-4213 WARNING Read and understand all provided literature before use. Failure to do so could result in serious injury. WARNING Cancer and Reproductive Harm www.P65Warnings.ca.gov 99922205554 www.echo-usa.com © 03/2021 ECHO Incorporated...
- Page 2 Register your ECHO equipment on-line at www.echo-usa.com or by filling out the product registration sheet included in this manual. Registering your product confirms warranty coverage and provides a direct link to ECHO if we find it necessary to contact you.
- Page 3 ECHO brand or inconvenience. Some states do not allow the exclusion outdoor product.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY ................................... 1 1.1 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL ..............................1 1.2 FIRE HAZARD INFORMATION ............................1 1.3 BEFORE OPERATING ................................1 1.4 OPERATION SAFETY ................................2 1.5 MAINTENANCE/STORAGE SAFETY ..........................2 1.6 SAFETY DECALS ................................. 3 1.7 SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS ............................. 4 ASSEMBLY................................ -
Page 5: Safety
SAFETY Section system in such a manner that flames or heat from the 1.1 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL system will not ignite flammable material. Failure of the owner/operator of the equipment to comply with federal, state, and local laws may subject him or her to fines and/or other penalties. -
Page 6: Operation Safety
SAFETY 8. Do not allow children to operate this equipment. 7. Do not insert branches with a diameter larger than the max chipper capacity into machine or machine 9. Use only in daylight or good artificial light. damage may occur. 10. -
Page 7: Safety Decals
Read and understand your owners manual before operating. If Failure to do so may cause serious injury or death. owners manual was not included or you have any questions, please call 1-800-432-ECHO(3246). Do not operate this equipment in the vicinity of bystanders. Do... -
Page 8: Safety Decal Locations
SAFETY 1.7 SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS The numbers below correspond to the decals in Section 1.6. Make certain that all safety and operating decals on this machine are kept clean and in good condition. Decals that need replacement must be applied to their original locations. 3 INCH CHIPPER/SHREDDER... -
Page 9: Assembly
ASSEMBLY Section WARNING WARNING Do not tip machine onto its side or turn machine upside If any bolts or nuts are dropped in the machine, be down during assembly. Machine must be assembled in sure to remove them before starting the machine. an upright position. -
Page 10: Add Oil To Engine
ASSEMBLY 2.2 ADD OIL TO ENGINE 2.3 FILL THE FUEL TANK Check the oil level and, if needed, fill the engine crankcase WARNING with the type and amount of oil specified in the engine owner’s manual. Gasoline and diesel fuels are highly flammable their vapors... -
Page 11: Features & Controls
FEATURES & CONTROLS Section Understanding how your machine works will help you achieve the best results when using your chipper/shredder. The following descriptions define the features and controls of your machine. REFER TO ENGINE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR FURTHER ENGINE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. Figure 3.1, Start Position Belt Disengaged 1. -
Page 12: Operation
OPERATION Section As with any other piece of outdoor equipment, getting the 4.1 STARTING ENGINE feel for how your machine operates and getting to know the best techniques for particular jobs are important to BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO START THIS MACHINE, overall good performance. -
Page 13: Chipper Operation Guidelines
OPERATION 3. If the chipper engine stalls while engaging the belt, 6. Limbs fed in to the chipper chute must be 3" return the engagement handle back to the START (7.6 cm) in diameter or less. Trim side branches that position, restart engine, SLIGHTLY increase throttle cannot be bent enough to feed into the chipper chute. -
Page 14: Slowing And Stopping The Chipper Rotor And Engine
OPERATION 4.4 SLOWING AND STOPPING THE CHIPPER ROTOR AND ENGINE NEVER disengage the belt as part of the stopping or NOTE shut down process. The belt should remain engaged during the entire shutdown process. The rotor will continue to turn for some time after the Leaving the belt engaged is a vital part of proper engine has been shut off. -
Page 15: Service & Maintenance
SERVICE & MAINTENANCE Section 5.1 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The items listed in this service and maintenance schedule WARNING are to be checked, and if necessary, corrective action taken. This schedule is designed for units operating under To prevent personal injury or property damage: shut normal conditions. -
Page 16: 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. ● There are cracks, broken corners or nicks greater 5.2 ROTOR LOCK than 1/8"... -
Page 17: Sharpening 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. 4. Use short grinding times and cool with water or some type of liquid coolant. -
Page 18: 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. 5.7 SHREDDER KNIVES MAINTENANCE 5.9 ADJUSTING THE CHIPPER ANVIL Do not attempt to sharpen shredder knives. Inspect the The chipping blades should clear the anvil by 1/16"... -
Page 19: Clearing A Plugged Rotor
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. Using a rubber mallet tap the end of the rotor shaft to 5.11 CHANGING THE DISCHARGE obtain 1/16"... -
Page 20: Belt Guide Adjustments
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. 5.12 BELT GUIDE ADJUSTMENTS The belt guide aids in disengaging the chipper/shredder. If problems arise with engaging and disengaging the unit, follow the instructions below. -
Page 21: Drive Belts
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. 5.13 DRIVE BELTS Check the condition of the drive belt annually or after every 25 hours of operating, whichever comes first. If the belt is cracked, frayed, or worn, replace it. -
Page 22: 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. 5.15 CHANGE OIL NOTE Check the oil level before each use. Change oil as directed Do not over grease bearings. -
Page 23: 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 for service problems with the machine. - Page 24 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES REMEDY Improper belt installation, belt not under belt Install belt properly, install belt under belt guide guide Cannot engage belt Adjust belt tension, Replace belt or belt Improper belt tension tension spring if needed Contact your nearest authorized dealer to Not using correct belt order the correct belt for your chipper Pulley(s) damaged or worn...
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Page 25: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Section DESCRIPTION ENGLISH METRIC Machine Dimensions (L×W×H) 45" × 25" × 46" 114 cm × 64 cm × 117 cm Weight 263 lbs. 119.3 kg Maximum Chipper Capacity 3" diameter 7.6 cm diameter Chipper Blades 2 reversible (3.125" × 2" × 0.25") 2 reversible (7.9 cm ×... -
Page 26: 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 27: Options
OPTIONS Section PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 99944300000 SCREEN, FINE DISCHARGE (3/8" DIAMETER HOLES) 99944300001 SCREEN, MEDIUM DISCHARGE (3/4" DIAMETER HOLES) 99944300002 SCREEN, COARSE DISCHARGE (1-3/8" DIAMETER SLOTS) 99944300003 SCREEN, WET DEBRIS 99944300008 ALL WEATHER COVER 99944300009 LEAF TAMPER 99944300010 KIT, TWO WHEEL TOW 99944300011 KIT, 3"... - Page 28 OPTIONS Shredder Knife Kit, 99944300014 Leaf Tamper, 99944300009 Discharge Screens. All Weather Cover, 99944300008 See Chart for Part Number Details. Two Wheel Tow Kit, 99944300010 3 INCH CHIPPER/SHREDDER...
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Page 29: Product Registration
It’s FAST and EASY! NOTE: your information will never be sold or misused by ECHO, Inc. Registering your purchase enables us to contact you in the unlikely event of a service update or product recall, and verifies your ownership for warranty consideration. - Page 30 3 INCH CHIPPER/SHREDDER...
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