Section 4: Maintenance; Visual Inspection; Maintenance Of Engine - Feider Machines FBT400-1 Original Instructions Manual

SECTION 4: MAINTENANCE

Turn OFF the machine, allow all moving parts to come to a complete stop, and
disconnect the spark plug wire before moving the machine, emptying the bag,
unclogging the inlets or outlets, filling the gas tank, or performing maintenance
and repairs.
Warning! There is danger of rotating cutting means; before maintenance and
cleaning, be sure that the rotating cutting means has come to a complete stop.
Before and after using the chipper/shredder, closely inspect the machine for loose parts
and damage.
Check the hopper, hopper guard, and funnel for cracks, holes, and loose bolts.
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Check the box frame for cracks or damage.
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Check the entire machine for loose bolts or screws.
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Check the blades for cracks and dings.
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Check the engine oil level.
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Clean the machine after each use. Allow the motor to cool and remove the spark plug wire.
Brush off or vacuum wood chips and wipe off the remaining dust from the exterior of the
machine with a dry cloth. DO NOT rinse off the chipper/ shredder with water. Remove any
chips or debris from the hopper and the discharge chute.
It is much harder to clean the machine if you allow it to sit for a while after use. You may
need to use an engine cleaner to remove the built up resins from the motor. Engine
cleaners are available at most auto parts stores.
Spark Plug
After every 50 hours of running the spark plug should be removed. Check the color of the
deposits on the end of the spark plug it should be a "Tan" color. Remove all deposits using
a stiff brush a brass wire brush is ideal. Check the spark plug gap (Pic.18) (18.1) and
adjust if required. The correct gap should be 0.7 to 0.8mm.

Visual Inspection

Cleaning

Maintenance of engine

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