Echo SC-3013 Operator's Manual

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3 INCH CHIPPER SHREDDER
99922205553
© 12/2020 ECHO Incorporated
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
SC-3013
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
www.echo-usa.com

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR’S MANUAL 3 INCH CHIPPER SHREDDER SC-3013 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 99922205553 © 12/2020 ECHO Incorporated www.echo-usa.com...
  • Page 3 DEAR ECHO CUSTOMER Thank you for purchasing an ECHO product. The ECHO line is designed, tested, and manufactured to give years of regular inspections. The following pages will assist you in the operation and maintenance of your machine. Please read and understand this manual before operating your machine.
  • Page 4 ECHO brand or inconvenience. Some states do not allow the exclusion outdoor product.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY ..............1 5.3 CHIPPER BLADES MAINTENANCE ..... 14 5.4 REMOVING THE BLADES ........14 1.1 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL ........1 5.5 SHARPENING THE BLADES ......... 15 1.2 FIRE HAZARD INFORMATION ........ 1 5.6 INSTALLING THE BLADES ........15 1.3 BEFORE OPERATING ..........
  • Page 6: Safety

    SAFETY Section 1.1 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL 1.2 FIRE HAZARD INFORMATION Operation of this equipment may create sparks that equipped with a spark arrester to prevent discharge of hot particles from the engine. The spark arrester may be a standard or an optional part, depending on the engine type.
  • Page 7: Before Operating

    SAFETY 13. Do not operate machine without shields in place. 1.3 BEFORE OPERATING working condition. 15. Before inspecting or servicing any part of this machine, have come to a complete stop. Disconnect the battery 1. Read and understand this owner’s manual. Be and remove the ignition key where applicable.
  • Page 8: Maintenance/Storage Safety

    SAFETY 1.5 MAINTENANCE/STORAGE SAFETY or pedestrians. 10. Keep the machine clear of debris and other 1. Before inspecting, servicing, storing, or changing accumulations. all moving parts have come to a complete stop. 11. Do not allow processed material to build up in the Disconnect the battery and remove the ignition key discharge area.
  • Page 9: Safety Decals

    Do not operate machine without shields in place. Read and understand your owners manual before operating. If 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 not allow children to operate this equipment.
  • Page 10: Safety Decal Locations

    SAFETY 1.7 SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS The numbers below correspond to the decals in Section 1.7. 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 11: 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 12: Add Oil To Engine

    ASSEMBLY 1. Stop engine, wait for all parts to stop moving and 2.2 ADD OIL TO ENGINE disconnect spark plug wire. Remove key from key least three minutes. owner’s manual. gasoline. 2.3 FILL THE FUEL TANK WARNING Gasoline and diesel fuels are highly property damage: Store fuel only in approved containers, in well ventilated, unoccupied buildings,...
  • Page 13: Features & Controls

    FEATURES & CONTROLS Section Understanding how your machine works will help you achieve the best results when using your chipper/shredder. The REFER TO ENGINE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR FURTHER ENGINE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. 1. SHREDDER CHUTE Materials no larger than 3/4" (1.9 cm) in diameter are fed through the shredder chute to the shredder knives.
  • Page 14 FEATURES & CONTROLS 5. ENGINE CHOKE Use when starting a cold engine. Move lever to the choke position when starting. Move lever to the run position when engine is running. Refer to engine manual for further engine operating instructions. Figure 3.3 3 INCH CHIPPER/SHREDDER...
  • Page 15: 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 BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO START THIS MACHINE, overall good performance. MAKE SURE THE BELT IS DISENGAGED AND THE HANDLE IS IN THE "START"...
  • Page 16: Chipper Operation Guidelines

    OPERATION 3. If the chipper engine stalls while engaging the belt, 8. Alternate green or fresh cut material with dry return the engagement handle back to the START material to lubricate the chipping blades for position, restart engine, SLIGHTLY increase throttle longer life and better performance.
  • Page 17: 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 shutdown and ensures the rotor stops spinning in completely before inspecting or servicing machine.
  • Page 18: 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 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. There are cracks, broken corners or nicks greater 5.2 ROTOR LOCK than 1/8"...
  • Page 20: 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. 3. Be careful when grinding so that the blade does not become overheated and change color. This will remove the heat-treated properties.
  • 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. 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 22: 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. 5.11 CHANGING THE DISCHARGE 4. Using a rubber mallet tap the end of the rotor shaft to obtain 1/16"...
  • Page 23: 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 24: 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 1. Remove the belt shield, upper belt guide (6) and lower belt guard (5). 2.
  • Page 25: 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 in the engine owner’s manual.
  • Page 26: 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 27 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES REMEDY Improper belt installation, belt not under belt Install belt properly, install belt under belt guide guide Cannot engage 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 Replace pulley(s)
  • Page 28: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Section DESCRIPTION ENGLISH METRIC Machine Dimensions 44" × 25" × 46" 112 cm × 64 cm × 117 cm (L×W×H) Weight 233 lbs. 106 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 29: 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 30: 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 31 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...
  • Page 32: 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 33 3 INCH CHIPPER/SHREDDER...
  • Page 34 ECHO INCORPORATED 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich, IL 60047 www.echo-usa.com 78771-00 Serial Range: 210SCB000001 to 210SCB999999...

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