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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 wo
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices................................................................... 3 Assembling Your Chipper Shredder................................................................... 5 Know Your Chipper Shredder ............................................................................ 7 Operating Your Chipper Shredder .................................................................... 7 Maintaining Your Chipper Shredder ....................
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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. When you see this symbol - heed its warning. WARNING: The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the S
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(e.g. furnace, water heater, space heater, clothes Keep your face and body back and to the side of dryer, etc.) the chipper chute while feeding material into the machine to avoid accidental kickback injuries. To reduce a fire hazard, keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel Never operate this machine without good visibility spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris. or light. Do not operate this machine on a paved,gravel or Allow machine
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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 IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil Disconnecting Spark Plug Wire in the engine. Be certain to service engine with gasoline Before setting up your chipper shredder, disconnect the an
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Secure both sides of discharge chute to impeller Attaching The Hopper Assembly (All Models) housing using wing knobs previously removed. Remove six hex nuts and washers from the weld studs on the impeller housing. Leave the support Attaching The Chipper Chute plate in place on the weld studs. See Figure 2. (Model 463 Thru 465 Only) Place hopper assembly into position in front of impeller housing, aligning holes in hopper Remove the three cupped washers and hex nuts assembly collar
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SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR CHIPPER SHREDDER Read this operator’s manual and safety rules before Material can be raked into hopper assembly by operating your chipper shredder vacuum. Compare the lowering the hopper assembly. See Figure 5. illustrations in Figure 5 with your unit to familiarize Bag (Not Shown) yourself with the location of various controls and Collects shredded or chipped material fed through the adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. chipper chute or hopper assembly.
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Starting Engine Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain the metal cap on the end of the spark plug is fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark plug. Engines with choke lever: Move choke lever on engine to CHOKE position. (A warm engine may not require choking). Engines with primer: Prime engine as instructed in separate engine Hopper Release Assembly manual. Rod The throttle control lever is located on the engine. Move engine throttle control lever to FAST or ST
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SECTION 5: MAINTAINING YOUR CHIPPER SHREDDER Customer Responsibilities MAINTENANCE SERVICE SCHEDULE DATES Lubricate Release Bracket Lubricate Hopper Assembly Lubricate Discharge Chute Check Chipper Blade Check Oil Change Oil Clean Air Filter Clean Engine Check Spark Plug WARNING: Always stop engine, discon- The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap nect spark plug, and ground against reset once a season. Check engine manual for engine before cleaning, lubricating or correct plug type
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Remove the two hairpin clips from each clevis pin NOTE: Make certain blades are reassembled with the which extend through the housing and remove the sharp edge facing upward. pins. See Figure 8. Remove the flail screen from inside the housing Sharpening Or Replacing The Shredder and clean the screen by scraping or washing with Blade water. Reinstall the screen, making certain to reassemble Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the flail screen with the curve side down. t
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An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration Storing Your Chipper Shredder when rotating at high speeds and may cause Clean the equipment thoroughly. damage to the unit. The blade can be tested by Wipe equipment with an oiled rag to prevent rust. balancing it on a screwdriver or nail. Remove metal Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage from the heavy side until it is balanced evenly. instructions When reassembling the blade, tighten center bolt to Store unit in
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Model Series 462 Thru 465 3 4 1 2 5 7 9 10 17 7 8 6 15 8 21 22 16 13 14 23 25 26 11 24 12 8 37 19 15 20 36 30 23 18 48 31 27 40 21 38 49 39 28 23 32 29 23 32 20 33 34 41 42 35 43 29 55 56 53 52 54 44 45 57 56 51 63 59 46 58 50 60 60 56 56 62 60 61 59 47 60 56 56 59 57 61 56 64 60 65 12
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Model Series 462 Thru 465 Ref. Ref. Part No. Part Description Part No. Part Description No. No. 1. 728-0175 Pop Rivet 34. 736-0119 Lock Washer 5/16 2. 731-1899 Chipper Chute 35. 712-0411 Hex Lock Nut 5/16-24 3. 735-0249 Chute Flap 36. 781-0735 Pin Clip 4. 781-0633 Chute Flap Strip 37. 719-0329 Flail Blade 5. 681-0095 Chipper Chute † 38. 711-0833B Clevis Pin 6. 681-0068A Chipper Chute Assembly 39. 715-0166 Pin 7. 710-0751 Hex Cap Screw 1/4 -20 x.620 40. 736-0247 Flat Washer 3/8 x 1.25 8. 712-302
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MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: c. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD blade sharpening and tune-ups, or adjustments such PRODUCTS INC (“MTD”) with respect to new merchandise as brake adjustments, clutch adjustments or deck purchased and used in the United States, its possessions adjustments; and normal deterioration of the exterior and territories. finish due to use or exposure. d.MTD does not extend any warranty for p
