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Metalcraft 201-2-1 Operating Instructions Manual

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PETROL CHIPPER SHREDDER
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  • Page 1 PETROL CHIPPER SHREDDER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...

  • Page 3: Package Content List

    GASOLINE SHREDDER 1 APPLICATION This shredder is designed for composting/cutting of fibrous and woody garden waste. It is not designed for commercial use. WARNING! Please read and understand this operating manual before use and keep it for your future reference. Your power tool should only be passed on together with these instructions.

  • Page 4: Explanation Of Symbols

    4 EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS In this manual and/or on the machine the following symbols are used: Warning / Danger Wear ear protection Read manual before Wear eye protection usage Warning! Flying objects Wear gloves Wear safety boots to protect Keep bystanders away your feet Keep hands and feet Petrol is flammable.
  • Page 5  If the fuse blows or if the overload protection is triggered, this is a sign that the machine is overloaded and/or that too many appliances are connected to the same extension cable. Check the cause and remedy. Do not install a more powerful fuse. ...
  • Page 6 Preparation:  Do not allow children to operate this equipment  Do not operate this equipment in the vanity of bystanders  Wear ear protection and safety glasses at all times while operating  Avoid wearing clothing that is loose fitting or that has hanging cords and ties ...
  • Page 7 Maintenance and storage  When the machine is stopped for servicing, inspection, or storage, or to change an accessory, shut off the power source, disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug (electric unit disconnect from supply), make sure that all moving parts have come to a complete stop and, where a key is fitted remove.

  • Page 8: Before Starting Engine

    7 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Hopper installation  Carefully lift up the hopper  Place and align the hopper on top of the hopper seat.  Locate the screw to secure the hopper with the base unit. Wheel installation  Lift the machine a little, and reeve the wheel with the wheel shaft. ...
  • Page 9 8.1.2 Check oil level Warning! Running engine with insufficient oil will cause serious engine damage. Warning! When checking oil stop engine and place it on a level, surface.  Remove dipstick and wipe clean with cloth.  Replace dipstick back without loch it in. Pull the dipstick out and check the oil level. ...
  • Page 10 Warning! Check fuel lines, tank, cap and fittings frequently for cracks or leaks. Replace if necessary. Warning! Prevent skin from frequent contact with gasoline. Warning! Keep children and the frail at a safe distance during refueling. 8.1.4 Adding Fuel  Remove fuel cap ...
  • Page 11 To start engine Move ON/OFF switch to “ON” position Press the primer pump 2-3 times. Do not press it exceed 5 times, otherwise, it will be hard to start. Pull the starter rope until the engine start up. Note: If engine fails to start after repeated attempts, refer to troubleshooting section. Note: Always pull starter rope straight out.
  • Page 12 Top Hopper-front cut The large sloping front chute of the Top Hopper is designed to accept leaves and small garden clippings. Shredding and mulching is achieved by natural suction of the debris through the blade chamber. Do not overfeed and do not feed wet, soggy material into the shredder as this may clog the blade chamber and the discharge chute.

  • Page 13: Maintenance

    10 MAINTENANCE Warning! Priors to any maintenance, to stop engine and switch it off first. Warning! Disconnect spark plug wire from the spark plug to prevent unintentional engine starting. Warning! Unintentional sparking can result in fire. Warning! Unintentional start-up can result in entanglement, traumatic amputation, or laceration.
  • Page 14 10.1 Blade Maintenance Warning! Before removing Top Hopper knob, ensure the machine is switched off, and the machine is completely stopped. Warning! If ejection chute becomes clogged or cutting blades become jammed under no circumstances should you place your hands in ejection chute to try to clear obstruction, as this will lead to serious injury.
  • Page 15 10.3 Air cleaner maintenance A dirty air filter will increase air intake restriction. Periodical maintenance for air filter will help to improve engine performance and reduce emissions. Warning! Never clean air filter wit gasoline or an easy ignited solvent it may cause explosion.
  • Page 16 10.7 Transporting and storage When storing engine for more than 30 days:  Store in a dry and clean area  Run engine until fuel tank is empty and engine stops or add gasoline preservative and running engine after adding for several minutes to circulate preservative. Warning! Gasoline is flammable.

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    11 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Probable cause Corrective action Engine switch OFF Turn the engine switch to ON Spark plug wire is not Connect the spark plug wire or connected to the spark plug, replace the spark plug. or the spark plug is bad. No gas, or gas is old and If empty, fill the thank.

  • Page 18: Technical Data

    12 TECHNICAL DATA Engine type 4-stroke, overhead valve single cylinder, vertical shaft Engine displacement 159cm³ Power 3.0 kW Cooling system Forced air Max. cutting diameter 50mm Ignition system Transistorized Magneto Ignition 2570min Max. cutting speed Max. engine speed 3600min Blade type H-type Starting system Recoil start...

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