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OWNER'S MANUAL MODELNOS° 247.795860 247=795861 Caution: ReadandFollow All SafetyRules andInstructions BeforeOperating ThisEquipment SEARS,ROEBUCK AND CO., HoffmanEstates, IL 60195 U.S.A. Printed in U.S.A. 8 HORSEPOWER 3 CUTTING STAGE MULCHING AND BAGGING CHIPPER=SHREDDER Assembly Operation CustomerResponsibilities Serviceand Adjustment Repair Parts 770_8175H 9/92...
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Turn the unit off and let the engine cool before refueling o Fuel your chipper-shredder in a clean smoke while refueling • Fuel tank cap must be secure at all times except dudng refueling ®...
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Manual ONEYEARLIMITEDWARRANTY OH CRAFTSMAN GASCHIPPER-SHREDDER For one year from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman Chipper-Shredder tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair, free of charge, any defect in material and workmanship If this Craftsman Chipper-Shredder days from the date of purchase.
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NOTE: To determine right and left hand sides of your chipper-shredder, (engine is at the front of the unit) Your chipper-shredder bled at the factory, except for the hopper assembly (hopper hood and upper leaf ramp section have been sub-assembled),...
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Remove the hand knobs and cupped washers from each side of the discharge opening on the left side of the chipper-shredder e Remove hex lock nut, two spacers and hex bolt from inside the hinge on top of the housing assem-...
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Depress the plunger on the draw- KNOWYOURCHIPPER-SHREDDER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR CHIPPER-SHREDDER_ Compare the illustrations with your chipper-shredder and adjustments Save this manual for future reference...
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A'I-rACHING THE BAG WHEN CHANGING CONTAINERS OR WHEN REMOVING THE SHREDDED MATERIAL. GLASSES AND GLOVES USING YOUR CHIPPER-SHREDDER. The chipper-shredder is designed for three different methods of operation. e Leaves and small branches up to 1/2" diameter (recommended) or 1" diameter (maximum) can be fed into the hopper' assembly raised position.
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See figure 10 FIGURE 10. e Bulky material, such as stalks or heavy branches, up to 3" in diameter, should be fed into the chipper chute See figure 11 WARNING: MAKE CERTAIN...
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Wire and Boot Muffler Starter Handle FIGURE 13. TO STARTENGINE WARNING: BE SURE NO ONE OTHER THAN THE OPERATOR NEAR THE CHIPPER-SHREDDER STARTING OR OPERATING. OPERATE THIS CHIPPER-SHREDDER UNLESS THE CHUTE DEFLECTOR BEEN PROPERLY INSTALLED SECURED WITH THE HAND KNOBS.
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Follow the Maintenance Schedule above CHIPPER-SHREDDER LLIBRICATION Lubricate the pivot paints on the release bar, hopper assembly, chute deflector and chipper chute once a season using a light oil ENGINE ENGINE OIL Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API ser-...
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LEANING The chipper-shredder Remove pre-cleaner water from a hose through the hopper assembly and chipper chute with the engine running. Allow the chipper-shredder in a clean, e Wash the bag periodically with water. Allow to dry thoroughly in the shade. Do not use heat.
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SUCH AS HOT WATER SPACE HEATERS, FURNACES, CLOTHES DRYERS, STOVES, ELECTRIC ETC. NOTE: A yearly check-up by your local Sears Service Center is a good way to make certain your chipper- shredder will provide maximum performance next season CHIPPER-SHREDDER e Clean the chipper-shredder thoroughly.
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Remove the chipper chute by removing three hex nuts and washers. A 1/2" wrench is required_ See figure 19. NOTE: When reassembling, the cupped washer goes on the bottom of the chipper chute with the cupped side against the chute. e Rotate the impeller assembly...
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ADJUST- ENGINE SPEED Your engine speed attempt to increase engine speed or it may result in personal injury too fast or too slow, take your chipper-shredder nearest SEARS Service Center for repair and adjust- ment If adjustments valve (see figure...
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Clean flail screen and inside of blower housing section of this manuel. e Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire. Remove lodged object. • Sharpen or replace shredding and chipper blades listed above, please contact your nearest PARTS *ENGINE MODEL NO. - 190412-6143-01...
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