MTD 462 Series Operator's Manual
Chipper shredder
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Operator's Manual
Chipper Shredder
Model Series
462 thru 465
Model 465 Shown
IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
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.
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
770-10048G.fm
FORM NO.
4/2004
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Summary of Contents for MTD 462 Series
- Page 1 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. MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
This information will be necessary to use the manufacturer’s web site and/or help from the Customer Support Department or an authorized service dealer. Copy the model number here: Copy the serial number here: MTD LLC P. O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND,OH 44136 330-220-4683 www.mtdproducts.com... -
Page 3: Important Safe Operation Practices
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. - Page 4 To reduce a fire hazard, keep machine free 10. Keep all guards, deflectors and safety devices in of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. place and operating properly. Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove any 11. Keep your face and body back and to the side of fuel soaked debris.
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Page 5: Assembling Your Chipper Shredder
WARNING: - YOUR RESPONSIBILITY: Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine. NOTE: Not all safety labels shown may apply to your chipper shredder. SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR CHIPPER SHREDDER This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil IMPORTANT:... - Page 6 Attaching The Hopper Assembly • Place second spacer over hex bolt inside other (All Models) hinge and secure with hex lock nut. • Remove six hex nuts and washers from the weld • Secure both sides of chute deflector to impeller studs on the impeller housing.
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Page 7: Know Your Chipper Shredder
Attaching The Bag (All Models) • To attach the bag, place the opening of the bag Clip completely over the chute deflector. • Pull on the drawstring until the bag is tight around chute deflector opening. • Clip the drawstring back on itself, tight against the chute deflector to secure into position. -
Page 8: Operating Your Chipper Shredder
SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR CHIPPER SHREDDER Stopping Engine WARNING: The operation of any chipper shredder can result in foreign objects • Move throttle control lever to STOP or OFF being thrown into the eyes, which can position. damage your eyes severely. Always wear •... -
Page 9: Maintaining Your Chipper Shredder
The flail screen is located inside the IMPORTANT: housing in the discharge area. If the flail screen Chute becomes clogged, remove and clean as instructed in Chipper Deflector Chute SECTION 5: MAINTAINING YOUR CHIPPER SHREDDER. For best performance, it is also important to keep the chipper blade sharp. - Page 10 Sharpening Or Replacing Chipper Blades • Clean air cleaner every 25 hours under normal conditions or once a season. Clean every few hours • Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against under extremely dusty conditions. To service the air the engine.
- Page 11 Sharpening Or Replacing the Shredder NOTE: Use caution when removing the blade to avoid contacting the weld studs on the housing. Blade When sharpening the blade, follow the IMPORTANT: original angle of grind as a guide. It is extremely WARNING: The impeller’s chipper blades important that each cutting edge receives an equal are sharp.
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Page 12: Trouble Shooting
SECTION 6: TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Remedy Engine fails to start 1. Spark plug wire disconnected. 1. Connect wire to spark plug. 2. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. 2. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. 3. Throttle control lever not in correct 3. - Page 13 NOTES...
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Page 14: Illustrated Parts List
SECTION 7: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL SERIES 462 THRU 465 ‡ ‡ 70††† 47† 44† 45†† 34†† † Models 462 & 463 †† Models 464 & 465 ††† Models 462, 463,464C ‡ Model 464G Only Model 463 Only If Equipped... - Page 15 Model Series 462 Thru 465 Ref. Ref. Part No. Part Description Part No. Part Description 728-0175 Pop Rivet 738-0813†† Axle Assembly 731-1899 Chipper Shredder Chute 738-0814† Axle Assembly 735-0249 Chute Flap 750-0786† Spacer 781-0633 Chute Flap Strip 734-1845†† Wheel Complete 10.0 x 4.0 Gray 681-0095^ Chipper Chute 726-0214...
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Page 16: Warranty
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold or respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the exported outside of the United States, its possessions United States, its possessions and territories.