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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.
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ECHO brand or inconvenience. Some states do not allow the exclusion outdoor product.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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...
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.
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,...
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.
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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...
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"...
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.
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.
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.
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"...
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.
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"...
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"...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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)
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.
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"...
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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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