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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.
770-10048F.fm
FORM NO.
5/2003
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Summary of Contents for MTD 24A-462G129
- 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
A sample model plate is explained below. For future reference, please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below. Copy the model number here: MTD LLC Copy the serial number here: P. O. BOX 361131... -
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 Disconnecting Spark Plug Wire This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil... - 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 discharge chute 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 discharge chute. • Pull on the drawstring until the bag is tight around discharge chute opening. • Clip the drawstring back on itself, tight against the discharge chute to secure into position. -
Page 8: Operating Your Chipper Shredder
SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR CHIPPER SHREDDER To Empty Bag WARNING: The operation of any chipper shredder can result in foreign objects • Un-clip drawstring and loosen bag from discharge being thrown into the eyes, which can chute opening. damage your eyes severely. Always wear •... -
Page 9: Maintaining Your Chipper Shredder
Figure 7 The flail screen is located inside the IMPORTANT: Discharge Chipper housing in the discharge area. If the flail screen Chute Chute becomes clogged, remove and clean as instructed in SECTION 5: MAINTAINING YOUR CHIPPER SHREDDER. For best performance, it is also important to keep the chipper blade sharp. - Page 10 • The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap reset once a season. Check engine manual for All Models correct plug type and gap specifications. • Rotate the impeller assembly by hand until you locate one of the two chipper blades in the chipper Removing The Flail Screen chute opening.
- Page 11 remove the flail screen and insert a piece of wood NOTE: Use caution when removing the blade to avoid into the chute opening. contacting the weld studs on the housing. • Remove the two outside screws on the blade, using •...
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Page 12: Troubleshooting
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: Parts List
Model Series 462 Thru 465... - Page 14 Model Series 462 Thru 465 Ref. Ref. Part No. Part Description Part No. Part Description 728-0175 Pop Rivet 719-0329 Flail Blade 731-1899 Chipper Chute 711-0833B Clevis Pin 735-0249 Chute Flap 715-0166 781-0633 Chute Flap Strip 736-0247 Flat Washer 3/8 x 1.25 681-0095 Chipper Chute †...
- Page 15 Notes...
- Page 16 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.