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Maintenance & Adjustments
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Figure 6-1
Maintenance
General Recommendations
Always observe safety rules when performing any •
maintenance.
The warranty on this chipper/shredder vacuum does not •
cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or
negligence. To receive full value from warranty, operator
must maintain the equipment as instructed here.
Changing of engine-governed speed will void engine •
warranty.
All adjustments should be checked at least once each •
season.
Periodically check all fasteners and make sure these are •
tight.
WARNING: Always stop engine, disconnect spark
plug, and ground against engine before performing
any type of maintenance on your machine.
Lubrication
Lubricate each wheel shoulder screw (rear wheel) and pivot 1.
arm axle (front wheel) once a season with light oil.
Lubricate the pivot points of the nozzle height adjustment 2.
levers once a season with light oil.
Lubricate the locking rod with light oil to ease the 3.
application of attaching on or removing bag.
Lubricate the nozzle/hose vac lever on top of the nozzle 4.
once a season with light oil. See Fig. 6-1.
Follow the separate engine manual packed with your unit 5.
for lubrication instructions.
Equipment Care
Clean the chipper/shredder vacuum thoroughly after each •
use.
Wash bag periodically with water. Allow to dry thoroughly •
in shade.
If the flail screen becomes clogged, remove and clean as •
instructed below.
NOTE: Cleaning with a forceful spray of water is not
recommended as it could contaminate the fuel system.
Engine Care
Refer to the Maintenance section of the Engine Owner/ Operator
manual packed with your unit. Read and follow instructions
carefully.
Check engine oil level before each use as instructed in the •
separate engine manual.
Clean or replace air cleaner every 25 hours under normal •
conditions. Clean every few hours under extremely dusty
conditions. To service the air cleaner, refer to the engine
manual.
The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap reset once •
a season. Check engine manual for correct plug type and
gap specifications.
Clean engine regularly with a cloth or brush. Keep the •
top of the engine clean to permit proper air circulation.
Remove all grass, dirt, and combustible debris from muffler
area.
WARNING: Before performing any type of
maintenance on the machine, wait for all parts to
stop moving and disconnect the spark plug wire.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in
personal injury or property damage.
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