MechMaxx P4206 Operator's Manual

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Summary of Contents for MechMaxx P4206

  • Page 1 WARRANTY Operator’s Manual www. mechmaxx.com...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    UNPACHING THE CONTAINER GREASE THE INSIDE BEARING KNIFE AND WEAR PLATE INSPECTION CONTENTS SUPPLIED KNIFE REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT TO-SCALE HARDWARE BELT ADJUSTMENT ASSEMBLY BELT REPLACEMENT AXLE CENTRIFUGAL CLUTCH TECH TIPS WHEELS STORAGE TOWER BAR MOUNT TROUBLESHOOTING www. mechmaxx.com TABLE OF CONTENTS...
  • Page 4: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Model P4206 Engine Ducar Engine Type Single cylinder,4 stroke, air-cooled,OHV Engine Displacement 420cc Horsepower 15hp Start E-Start Cutting method Drum Chipping Dia. 6 in Knives Nos. 2 x blade; 1 x anvil Drive Dual V-belt Clutch Centrifugal clutch Feeding chute...
  • Page 5: Safety Signs

    For best performance check for proper belt tension every 20 hours of use. DO NOT place wood or branches over 6 in in diameter into the MAX. 6inch in-feeding bin. The blades may get stuck or jammed. www. mechmaxx.com SAFETY SIGNS...
  • Page 6: Safety

    Protect eyes, face, and head from objects that may be the engine (motor) and check immediately for the cause. thrown from the unit. Always wear safety goggles or Vibration is generally a warning sign of trouble. safety glasses with side shields when operating. www. mechmaxx.com SAFETY...
  • Page 7: Engine Safety

    If it becomes necessary wipe up spilled fuel. Never operate the unit without the to push materials to the chipper hopper, use a small-di- fuel cap securely in place. ameter stick, not your hands. www. mechmaxx.com SAFETY...
  • Page 8: Feeding Materials

    After becoming familiar with the machine,prune to the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe suit its capabilities. operating speed of the engine. Do not run the engine at a high speed when youare not working. www. mechmaxx.com SAFETY...
  • Page 9: Maintaining Your Machine

    Parts that are broken or worn down that may affect the machine's operation.If damage or worn parts are identify, they should be repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained equipment. www. mechmaxx.com SAFETY...
  • Page 10: Unpaching The Container

    UNPACHING THE CONTAINER Use scissors or a knife to cut and remove the straps. Remove the wooden plate in the top. At least two people hold up the package and move it from the top. www. mechmaxx.com UNPACHING THE CONTAINER...
  • Page 11: Contents Supplied

    Engine and base frame Tower bar mount Tow bar and Guiding wheel Lower discharging chute 360 degree upper expulsion chute Wheels Battery Axle Verify all component and hardware quantities are correct prior to assembling the Wood chipper. www. mechmaxx.com CONTENTS SUPPLIED...
  • Page 12: To-Scale Hardware

    Flat washer nut M10 Flat washer Hex lock nut M14 Flat washer Hex bolt M10 X 25mm Hex bolt M12 X 35mm Hex bolt M10 X 70mm Hex bolt M10 X 80mm Hex bolt M14 X 140mm www. mechmaxx.com TO-SCALE HARDWARE...
  • Page 13: Assembly

    (See Figure 4) bolts,M10 lock nuts and flat washer10(See Figure 2) Figure 4 Hex lock nut M10 Figure 2 Hex bolt M10 X 70mm Flat washer 10 Hex lock nut M10 Hex bolt M10 X 25mm Flat washer 10 www. mechmaxx.com ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 14: Lower Expulsion Chute

    Attach the upper expulsion chute to the lower expulsion chute with adjustable locking handle.(See Figure 6) Figure 8 Figure 6 Battery Attach the battery box to the wheel axle with M10x80 hex bolts,M10 lock nuts and flat washer 10.(See Figure 7) Figure 7 www. mechmaxx.com ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 15: Know Your Machine

    KNOW YOUR MACHINE Deflector Deflector Lever Emergency Stop Engine Feed chute Battery Wheels www. mechmaxx.com KNOW YOUR MACHINE...
  • Page 16 Recoil Starter Handle Throttle Control Choke Control Fuel Shut-Off Valve www. mechmaxx.com KNOW YOUR MACHINE...
  • Page 17: Operation

    1. The engine must be off and allowed to cool at least two minutes before adding fuel. 2. Remove the fuel filler cap and fill the tank. (See engine manual for fuel capacity, fuel recommendation, and location of fuel cap.) www. mechmaxx.com OPERATION...
  • Page 18: Operating

    If any stringy material wraps around the rotor shaft, remove it before it works its way into the bearing. www. mechmaxx.com OPERATION...
  • Page 19: Idle Speed

    Set the throttle control lever to the SLOW position to reduce stress on the engine when chipping is not being performed.Lowering the engine speed will help extend the life of the engine, as well as conserve fuel and reduce noise level. www. mechmaxx.com OPERATION...
  • Page 20: Maintenance

    Check knife to wear plate gap Check belt tension and condition 1 time 1 hour Check tire pressure Change engine oil 1 time 5 hours Inspect or replace drive belt Inspect or replace spark plug Inspect or replace air filter and precleaner www. mechmaxx.com MAINTENANCE...
  • Page 21: Grease The Outside Bearing

    1. Loosen the lock nut which holds the discharge chute make chipping difficult for the operator. on the machine. 2. Slide down the fixing plate under the lock nut. 3.Open , then grease the inside bearing. www. mechmaxx.com MAINTENANCE...
  • Page 22: Knife Removal And Replacement

    Make sure they are clean and that the placement knives will be able to mount flush against the cutting disk. Remount new or sharpened knives with the knife edges facing up. fig.2 www. mechmaxx.com MAINTENANCE...
  • Page 23: Belt Replacement

    At engine start-up, the engine of your chipper operates under no load until approximately 1000-1200 RPM'S at which speed the centrifugal clutch engages and begins driving the rotor. Proper rotor speed is 2200 RPM +/ - 200 RPM when engine is at full RPM. www. mechmaxx.com MAINTENANCE...
  • Page 24: Storage

    6. Store your chipper shredder in an upright position in a clean, dry building with good ventilation. Do not store your chipper shredder with fuel in a non-ventilated area where fuel fumes could reach flames, sparks, pilot lights or any ignition sources. Use only approved fuel containers. www. mechmaxx.com STORAGE...
  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    4.Remove any built-up debris and turn engine is running 4.Cutting disk is jammed by cutting disk with a wooden stick to be debris from the feed hopper and sure it turns freely discharge chute 5.Clean out debris 5.Discharge chute is clogged www. mechmaxx.com TROUBLESHOOTING...
  • Page 26 Chipper Knives are The gap between the knives and wear Adjust the gap hitting the wear plate plate is set incorrectly The machine's wheels Low tire pressure Add air to tires track left or right while being towed www. mechmaxx.com TROUBLESHOOTING...
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