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Safe Operation

Practices • Set-Up • Operation

• Maintenance

• Service • Troubleshooting

OPER roR's

• Warranty

Chipper/Shredder
Vacuum
Model CSV 020

MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHiO 44136-0019

PrintedIn USA

FormNo.769-06164
(May27,2010)

ToTheOwner
Thank¥ou
Thank you for purchasing

a Chipper/Shredder

Vacuum

the right to change
equipment
without

manufactured
by MTD. It was carefully engineered to provide
excellent performance
when properly operated and maintained.
Please read this entire manual
It instructs

prior to operating

your machine.

persons

who will operate

If you have any problems or questions concerning the machine,
phone your local authorized MTD service dealer or contact us

the equipment.

you how to safely and easily set up, operate

maintain

and

directly.

Please be sure that you, and any other
the machine,

carefully

product

in this manual

information

the

at the time of printing.

may not be applicable

to all models.

all references

are observed

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at all times.
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from the operating

manufacturer

numbers,

on this page. We want

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left side of the

position

for all engine-related

power-rating,

specifications,

warranty and service. Please refer to the engine manufacturer's
Owner's/Operator's
Manual, packed separately with your

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for various
models. Characteristics
and features discussed and/or illustrated
in this manual

satisfaction

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issues with regards to performance,

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its features and operation.
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The engine

Review

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result in personal injury or property damage.
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Tableof Contents
Safe Operation

Practices ........................................

Service .....................................................................

14
16

Assembly & Set-Up ..................................................
Controls & Features ................................................

7
10

Troubleshooting

Opera tion ................................................................

Warranty

Maintenance

& Adjustment

.................................

Replacement

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up and operating

information

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assembling

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ImportantSafeOperationPractices
WARNING:

This symbol

could endanger
all instructions

points out important

the personal

safety and/or

in this manual

with these instructions

before

property

attempting

may result in personal

When you see this symbol

safety instructions
of yourself

to operate

which,

if not followed,

and others.

this machine.

Read and follow

Failure to comply

injury.

- NEED ITS WARNING!

CALIFORNIA

PROPOSITION

WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents,
and certain vehicle components
contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive

harm.

DANGER: This machine
this manual.
operator

was built to be operated

As with any type of power

can result in serious injury. This machine

toes and feet and throwing
result in serious injury

machine

all instructions

and in the manual(s) before

assemble
future

and follow

and operate.

and regular

on the

attempting

Keep this manual

reference

is capable

practices

or error on the part of the

of amputating

the following

fingers,

hands,

safety instructions

could

or death.

Read, understand,

to the safe operation

carelessness

debris. Failure to observe

Training
1.

according

equipment,

opening,

to unclog

remove

either the feed intake or discharge

or empty

bag, or inspect

and repair the

machine while the engine is running. Shut the engine off
and wait until all moving parts have come to a complete

in a safe place for

and for ordering

Never attempt

stop. Disconnect

replacement

the spark plug wire and ground

it against

the engine.

parts.
2.

Preparation

Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation.
Know how to stop the machine and disengage them

quickly.
3.

and safe operation

and on the machine
adult.
4.

without

and deadly

indoors

contains

carbon

chambers

the rotating
feet.

Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles

proper

and while

Wear sturdy, rough-soled

and discharge
can amputate

feeding
4.

material

fingers,

Contact

with

hands, and

which

or repair,

ricochet

can

work shoes and close-fitting
clothes or jewelry

Before starting,

in the chipper

can be

Maintain
necessary.

chute.

check all bolts and screws for proper

to be sure the machine

condition. Also, visually
frequent intervals.

parts or in the

opening.

during

an adjustment

caught in movable parts. Never operate this machine
in bare feet or sandals. Wear leather work gloves when

tightness

impeller

performing

slacks and shirts. Loose fitting

area.

an odorless

and cause

to the machine.

to protect your eyes. Thrown objects
cause serious injury to the eyes.

gas.

Do not put hands and feet near rotating

or damage

operation

at least 75 feet from
Stop machine if

monoxide,

could be picked up or thrown

injury

by an

or in a poorly ventilated

which

personal

enters the area.

Never run an engine

feeding

in this manual

and supervised

this machine

Keep bystanders, pets, and children
the machine while it is in operation.

Engine exhaust

practices

and be trained

Never allow adults to operate
instruction.

anyone
6.

objects

Never allow children under 16 years of age to operate this
machine. Children 16 and over should read and understand
the instructions

Thoroughly
inspect the area where the equipment
is to
be used. Remove all rocks, bottles, cans, or other foreign

or replace

inspect

is in safe working
machine

safety and instructions

for any damage

labels, as

SafeHandlingof Gasoline:
To avoid personal
in handling

injury or property

gasoline. Gasoline

vapors are explosive.

damage

is extremely

Serious personal

use extreme

flammable

Use only an approved

Never fill containers

gasoline

inside a vehicle

remove gas-powered

possible,

then refuel such equipment

portable
nozzle.

container,

from

opening

at all times

Extinguish
ignition.

all cigarettes,

until fueling

is complete.

Never fuel machine

Never remove

cigars, pipes and other sources of

indoors.

before

bottom

10.

If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and equipment.
Move unit to another area. Wait 5 minutes before starting

securely.

or other debris build-up.

10.

free of grass, leaves,

11.

any fuel soaked debris.

Never store the machine

inside where

there is an open flame, spark or pilot

light as on a water

heater, space heater, furnace, clothes

dryer or other

12.

chambers

the rotating
feet.

and discharge

impeller

gas

Before starting

the machine,

feed intake, and cutting
debris.
3.

Thoroughly

chamber

SECTION 2 --

chute,

are empty and free of all

to be shredded

injury

with

hands, and

cans, or other foreign

which could cause personal
machine.

Contact

make sure the chipper

inspect all material

any metal, rocks, bottles,

fingers,

and remove
objects

or damage to the

IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION

Personal injury

parts have stopped,

disconnect

it against the engine

the

before

debris.

Never operate

without

vacuum

bag and discharge

Never operate

without

chute

or change
bag must

operation.

either the inlet nozzle or optional

while the engine is running.

Keep all guards, deflectors

PRACTICES

and safety devices in place and

properly.

Keep your face and body back and to the side of the
chipper chute while feeding material into the machine

Never operate

kickback

this machine

without

good visibility

or light.

and keep a firm hold on the

Do not operate
level surface.

this machine

on a paved, gravel or non-

14.

Do not operate

this machine

while

alcohol

injuries.

13.

parts or in the

opening.

can amputate

the

result.

Always be sure of your footing
handles.

Operation
Do not put hands and feet near rotating

through

larger than

or in this manual.

could

proper

Never attempt to unclog either the feed intake or discharge
opening while the engine is running. Shut the engine off,

avoid accidental

or fuel container

of material

to shred or chip material

damage

material

area. This can prevent

on the machine

attachment

Clean up oil or fuel spillage and

appliances.

Do not attempt

operating

To reduce fire hazards, keep machine

of processed

to assure

properly attached to the machine. Never empty
vacuum bag while the engine is running.Vacuum

the engine.

feeding

up in the discharge

parts.

hose attachment
(if applicable) properly attached to
the machine. Never attempt to attach or change either

Replace gasoline cap and tighten

Do not allow an accumulation

be kept closed at all times during

of filler neck to allow space for fuel

12.

Check for any loose parts and tighten
continued safe operation.

clearing

gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or

expansion.

remove

spark plug wire and ground

Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than 1/2
inch below

11.

Repair or replace any damaged

or machine

refueling.
8.

specified

device.

Allow engine to cool at least two minutes

the following

Inspect for damage.

wait until all moving

running.

it against the engine and perform

discharge and result in kickback
feed opening.

on a trailer with a

with the rim of the fuel tank or

not use a nozzle lock-open

or if your machine

noise or vibration,

build

If this is not

rather than from a gasoline dispenser

Keep the nozzle in contact
container

on the

equipment

object

an unusual

steps:

filling.

the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground.

ground

can ignite.

or on a truck or trailer

before

strikes a foreign

start making

immediately
shut the engine off. Allow the impeller to
come to a complete stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire,

container.

away from your vehicle

When practical,

care

and the

bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers
ground

should

injury can occur when

gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes which
Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.

If the impeller

under the influence

or drugs.

15.

Muffler and engine
not touch.

16.

Never pick up or carry machine

17.

If situations

become

occur which

hot and can cause a burn. Do

while the engine is running.

are not covered

in this manual,

care and good judgement.
Contact Customer Support
assistance and the name of the nearest service dealer.

use
for

Maintenance & Storage
Never tamper
operation
2.

with safety devices. Check their proper

to keep the machine

Also, visually
if needed.

inspect

Before cleaning,

condition.

for any damage

and repair,

machine

repairing,

Disconnect

or inspecting,

stop the engine

and all moving

parts have

the spark plug wire and ground

against the engine to prevent
4.

at frequent

in safe working

and make certain the impeller
stopped.

To avoid serious injury

regularly.

Check bolts and screws for proper tightness
intervals

Do not modify engine

unintended

starting.

with factory

to operate

may include

the following

Modification

(EM), Oxidizing

SparkArrestor

safety and instruction

or fuel container

there is an open flame, spark or pilot
clothes dryer, etc.

Allow

to cool at least 5 minutes

Always refer to the operator's manual
instructions
on off-season storage.

on regular

gasoline,

and

systems: Engine
Air

internal combustion
engine and should not be used
machine isforest-covered,
equipped with an
on ARNING:
or near anyThis
unimproved

brushcovered

or grass-covered

before

storing.

for proper

If the fuel tank has to be drained,

do this outdoors.

11.

Observe proper disposal laws and regulations
etc. to protect the environment.

for gas, oil,

land unless the

engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark
attester meeting applicable local or state laws (if

inside where

10.

12.

control

Catalyst (OC), Secondary

any).
Ira spark arrester is used, it should

machine

unleaded

emission

(SAI) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped.

light such as a water

heater, furnace,

governor.

labels, as

Follow this manual for safe loading, unloading,
transporting,
and storage of this machine.
Never store the machine

of engine

are certified

operating

or replace

in any

Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal
EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment)

Injection

Maintain

engine

Notice Regarding Emissions

necessary.
6.

setting

Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed
the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe
speed of the engine.

or death, do not modify

way. Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway
engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds. Never tamper

working

order by the operator.

above is required

be maintained

by law (Section

4442 of the California

Resources Code). Other states may have similar
apply on federal lands.
A spark attester for the muffler
nearest engine authorized
department,

in effective

In the State of California

is available

laws. Federal laws

through

service dealer or contact

P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland,

the
Public

your
the service

Ohio 44136-0019.

According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission
(CPSC) and the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA),
this product

has an Average Useful Life of seven (7) years,

or 60 hours of operation.
Life have the machine

At the end of the Average Useful

inspected

annually

by an authorized

service dealer to ensure that all mechanical and safety
systems are working properly and not worn excessively.
Failure to do so can result in accidents,

injuries

or death.

SECTION 2 --

IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION

PRACTICES

Safety Symbols
This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear
machine before attempting
to assemble and operate.

on this product.

Read, understand,

and follow

all instructions

on the

READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S)
Read, understand,
assemble

and follow

all instructions

in the manual(s) before

WARNING--

ROTATING BLADES

Keep hands out of inlet and discharge openings
blades inside

attempting

and operate

while

machine

is running.

There are rotating

®
BYSTANDERS
Keep bystanders,
Stop machine

WARNING--

pets, and children

if anyone

at least 75 feet from the machine

while

it is in operation.

enters the area.

THROWN OBJECTS

This machine

may pick up and throw and objects which

can ricochet.

EYE PROTECTION
Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles

WARNING--

and instructions

before refueling.

or in a poorly ventilated

area. Engine exhaust contains carbon

an odorless and deadly gas.

Your Responsibility--Restrict

the warnings

the use of this power machine

in this manual

to persons

and on the machine.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS!

SECTION 2 --

IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION

this machine.

CARBON MONOXIDE

Never run an engine indoors

WARNING:

operating

GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE

Allow the engine to cool at least two minutes

monoxide,

when

PRACTICES

who read, understand

and

Assembly
& Set-Up
Contentsof Carton
One Chipper/Shredder

Vacuum

One Operator's

Manual

One Safety Glasses

of Oil

Assembly
NOTE:This

One Engine Operator's

One Bac

One Upper and Lower Handle
One Bottle

Manual

Unfold the upper

handle until it aligns with lower

handle.

Make sure the rope guide is on the right side of upper

unit is shipped

without

gasoline

or oil in the engine.

Fill up gasoline and oil as instructed in the accompanying
engine
manual BEFORE operating your chipper shredder vacuum.

handle.

See Fig. 3-2A.

Handle
1.

Remove the hairpin

clips from

the handle

brackets and the

carriage screws and wing nuts from the lower handle.
a.

Place the bottom

holes in lower handle over the

pins on the handle brackets
pointing downwards
See Fig. 3-1.

with notch in handle

and secure with hairpin

clips.

/
Figure 3=2

Secure the two handles bytightening
bolts must be seated properly
3-2B.

/
/

Figure 34

Insert carriage

screws through

upper

hole in lower

handle from the inside and secure with wing
See Fig. 3-1.

nuts.

the star knobs (carriage

into the handle). See Fig.

Loosen the wing nut that secures the rope guide to the
right side of upper

handle.

Slowly pull starter

Slip the starter

Tighten

Bag
1.

rope out of engine.

Grasp bag handle with one hand and slide locking

rod on

mounting

Use

bracket

with other hand toward

the end of mounting bracket
locking rod. See Fig. 3-4.

rope into the rope guide.

the wing nut. See Fig. 3-3.

engine.

as leverage when

sliding

the

Figure 3-4
Figure

3-3
2_

Slip bag over the rim of the discharge
locking

opening

and release

rod to secure bag in place.

Snap bag clip to the top of the lower handle.

Place the lower straps on the bag over the top of lower
handle,

hooking

NOTE:The

them

bag/chute

on the studs. See Fig. 3-4.
switch button

attached

to the

mounting
bracket must be fully depressed by the tip of
front tab on bag handle when securing the bag or engine
will not start.

SECTION3 --

ASSEMBLY&

SET-UP

Adjustments

Set-Up

NozzleHeight

GasandOil Fill-Up

The nozzle can be adjusted
5/8" to 4 1/8" ground
adjusted
1.

according

to any six positions,

ranging

clearance. The nozzle height
to chipper

shredder

Depress nozzle height adjustment
See Fig. 3-5.

from

has to be

conditions.
lever towards

Refer to the separate engine owner's

manual

for additional

engine information.
1.

Add oil provided
of the box.

Service the engine with gasoline as instructed

wheel.

before

starting

unit for the first time out

in the

Engine manual.

gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable
and the
vapors are explosive.
WARNING:
Use extreme
Nevercare
fuel when
the machine
handling
indoors

or while

Extinguish

the engine

cigarettes,

is hot or running.

cigars, pipes and other

sources of ignition.

running or until the engine has been allowed to cool
WARNING:
fill fuel
indoors with engine
for
at least twoNever
minutes
aftertank
running.

Figure 3-5

Move the height adjustment
lever forward or backward to
adjust the nozzle upwards or downwards.
Make sure both
levers are in the same position.

Release lever towards
NOTE: In general,

deck. See Fig. 3-5.

raise the nozzle height to vacuum

thick layer of leaves. Lower the nozzle height
surfaces.

for smoother

SECTION3 --

ASSEMBLY

& SET-UP

Controls
and Features

Bag

Recoil

Chip|

Nozzle Height
Adjustment

Lever

J
Figure 44
WARNING:

The operation

can result in foreign

objects

of any chipper shredder
being thrown

eyes, which can damage your eyes severely. Always
wear the safety glasses provided with this unit or
eye shields while
adjustments

operating

or while

performing

any

or repairs.

Yard waste such as leaves or pine needles
through the nozzle for shredding.

shredded

vacuumed

Allows twigs and small branches
for chipping.

up to 1-1/2" in diameter
See Fig. 4-1.

the nozzle ground

approximately

5/8" to 4 1/8".

clearance

fed through

the chipper

chute or

the nozzle.

RecoilStarter
behind

ranging

material

through

The recoil starter

Nozzle Height AdjustmentLever
Used to adjust

to be

can be vacuumed

Bag
Collects

Chipper Chute
fed into the impeller

Nozzle

into the

is attached

to the right upper

handle.

Stand

unit and pull the recoil starter to start engine.

EngineControls
See the separate
the controls

engine manual

on the engine.

for the location

and function

Operation
Starting & Stopping Engine

Twist the two buttons
empty

Refer to the Engine Operator's manual packed with your chipper/
shredder vacuum for instructions
on starting and stopping the
engine.

contents.

while emptying

on the back of the bag to unlock and

See Fig. 5-2. Hold bag handle and bag clip
the contents.

1"oEmptyBag
1.

Unhook

bag straps from the lower handle.

Unsnap bag clip from the top of lower handle.

See Fig. 5-1.

J
Figure 5-2
6.

Compress

Fold outer flap over inner flap and insert buttons
bag through

Figure 5-1
3_

instructed

bracket

with other hand toward

engine to

and fold inner flap over opening.

metal outlets.

Twist the buttons

Grasp bag handle with one hand and pull lock rod on
mounting
release.

bag opening

on the

See Fig. 5-2.

to lock bag. Place bag back onto unit as

in Assembly

& Set-Up.

adjustments

without first stopping engine and
ARNING: Dospark
not at
anywire.
time make any
disconnecting
plug

Lift bag off back of unit.
vacuum any material larger than specified on the
WARNING:
attempt Personal
to shred,
chip, oror
machine or inDo
thisnotmanual.
injury
damage to the machine

could

result.

IMPORTANT:The
flail screen is located inside the housing in
the discharge area. If the flail screen becomes clogged, remove
and clean as instructed
performance,

in Maintenance

it is also important

& Adjustments.

to keep the chipper

For best
blade

sharp.

Maintenance& Adjustments
Maintenance

Equipment Care
Clean the chipper/shredder
use.

General Recommendations
Always observe
maintenance.
The warranty

safety rules when

performing

on this chipper/shredder

any

vacuum

Wash bag periodically
in shade.

does not

must maintain

the equipment

as instructed

NOTE:Cleaning

here.

recommended
Changing

of engine-governed

should

be checked at least once each

shredder

check all fasteners

WARNING:

Always stop engine,

plug, and ground

against

disconnect

engine before

any type of maintenance

spark

performing

on your machine.

Lubrication
1.

Lubricate each wheel shoulder screw (rear wheel) and pivot
arm axle (front wheel) once a season with light oil.

Lubricate the pivot points of the nozzle height adjustment
levers once a season with light oil. See Fig. 6-1.

Figure 6-1

spray of water is not
the fuel system.

the locking

rod with

of attaching

vacuum

for all engine

Manual

packed with your chipper/

maintenance.

and make sure these are
il_llii_li

application

remove and clean as

as it could contaminate

Refer to the Engine Operator's

tight.

Lubricate

with a forceful

to dry thoroughly

Engine Care

All adjustments
season.

clogged,

after each

speed will void engine

wa rra nty.

Periodically

thoroughly

with water. Allow

If the flail screen becomes
instructed
below.

cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or
negligence. To receive full value from warranty, operator

vacuum

light oil to ease the

on or removing

Follow the separate engine manual
for lubrication
instructions.

bag.

packed with your unit

maintenance
on the machine, wait for all parts to
WARNING:
Before
performingthe any
typeplugof wire.
stop moving and
disconnect
spark
Failure to follow this instruction could result in
personal

injury or property

damage.

Removing the FlailScreen
If the discharge area becomes
and clean area as follows:

clogged,

remove the flail screen

Stop the engine. Make certain the chipper/shredder
vacuum has come to a complete stop.

Before unclogging
ground

the discharge

chute, disconnect

the spark plug wire to retaining

Remove the vacuum bag from the unit as instructed
OPERATION section to obtain access to flail screen.

Remove self tapping
attaches

in the

screw on right side of unit that

to the flail screen. See Fig. 6-2.

Remove hex screw on top of rear housing
bracket

and

post.

near mounting

and the flange lock nut that secures flail screen.

See Fig. 6-2.
6.

Remove and clean the screen by scraping
water. See Fig. 6-3.

Reinstall

or washing

with

the screen.
Figure 6-2

Figure 6=3

SECTION 6 --

MAINTENANCE

& ADJUSTMENTS

Service
F

BladeCare

Front Support Bracel
L6ck N ut

maintenance

on the machine, wait for all parts to
ARNING:
performingthe any
typeplugof wire.
stop
moving Before
and disconnect
spark
Failure to follow this instruction could result in

_kk

personal
NOTE: When tipping
keep engine
1.

injury or property

Bell
Washer

damage.

Thrust
Washer

the unit, empty the oil and fuel tank and

spark plug side up.

Disconnect

and ground

Pivot Arm
Assembly
/

Shoulder
Screw

the spark plug wire to retaining

post.
2.

Remove bag assembly.

Remove the three hex cap screws holding
chute to the upper

housing.

the chipper

See Fig. 7-1.

Lock Nut

Figure 7-2
5.

Remove the shoulder

screws, thrust

washers that go through

support brace. The front support
removed at this time as well.
6.

washers, and bell

the pivot arms to the front
brace and lock nut can be

Remove the three screws on the upper

housing

that secure

the nozzle cover. See Fig. 7-3.

Figure 7-1
4.

Remove the flange lock nuts, front wheels,

and wave

washers that attach to the pivot arm assemblies.
7-2.

See Fig.

J
Figure 7-3

Carefully

tilt and support

underneath

the unit up to provide

to the nozzle mounting

hardware

access

10.

and impeller.

The nuts on the flat head cap screws can be reached
from underneath

Remove the three shoulder bolts securing the black plastic
lower flail housing to the lower housing. Refer to Fig. 7-4.

extension.

using a 1/2-inch

socket, universal,

and

See Fig. 7-6.

/ ..................
,

Impeller
Nuts

Figure

7-6

Figure 7-4
11.
8_

Tilt top of black plastic
engine to remove.

lower flail housing

Using a 3/16" allen wrench,
screws that hold the chipper

remove

toward

the

Replace or sharpen
sharpened

the flat head cap

blade to the impeller.

These

screws are accessible through the opening created when
the chipper chute was removed earlier. See Fig. 7-5.

blade. The blade can be
wheel.

sharpening blade, wear leather work gloves to
ARNING:
blade the
is sharp.
protect
your The
handschipper
and follow
originalWhen
angle of

grind.
12.

Reassemble
opposite

by performing

order and manner

NOTE:Tighten

Flat Head
Ca

chipper

with a file or on a grinding

steps in the

of removal.

blade screws to 210 - 250 in-lbs. Make

certain chipper
facing

the previous

blade is reassembled

with the sharp edge

upward.

Off-SeasonStorage
When storing
unventilated
to rustproof

the chipper/shredder
or metal storage
the non-painted

or silicone, coat the equipment,
bearings,

in an
be taken

surfaces. Using a light oil
especially

any springs,

and cables.

Remove all dirt from exterior

Chipper
Blade

vacuum

shed, care should

Follow lubrication
Refer to engine
instructions.
Store equipment

of engine and equipment.

recommendations.
manual

for correct engine storage

in a clean, dry area. Do not store in an

area where equipment
is present that may use a pilot light
or has a component
that can create a spark.

Figure 7-5

SECTION
7 -- SERVICE

Troubleshooting

Problem

Engine runs erratic

Cause

Remedy

1. Spark plug boot loose.

1. Connect and tighten

2. Unit running

2. Move choke lever to OFF position.

on CHOKE (if equipped).

3. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.

spark plug boot.

3. Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh
gasoline.

4. Lowengine

RPM.

4. Always run engine at full throttle

(if

equipped).

Occasional skips
(hesitates) at

5. Water or dirt in fuel system.

5. Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.

6. Dirty air cleaner.

6. Referto

7. Carburetor

7. See authorized

out of adjustment.

engine manual.
service dealer.

1. Spark plug gap too close.

1. Remove spark plug and adjust gap to .030".

high speed

2. Carburetor
improperly

2. See authorized

Unit does not discharge

1. Discharge area clogged.

idle mixture
set.

adjustment

service dealer.

Stop engine immediately

and disconnect

spark plug wire. Clean flail screen and inside
of discharge
2. Foreign object

3. Lowengine
4. Vacuum

lodged in impeller.

RPM.

bag is full.

opening.

Stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire.
Remove lodged object.

Always run engine at full throttle.

4. Empty bag.

Replacement
Parts
Component

Part Number

and Description

664-04040

Bag

981-0490

Chipper Blade

719-0329

Flail Blade (2 total)

734-1987

Wheel

MANUFACTURER'S

LiMiTED WARRANTY

The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with
respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States
and/or its territories and possessions, and by MTD Products Limited
with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in Canadaand/
or its territories and possessions (either entity respectively, "MTD").
"MTD" warrants this product (excluding its Normal Wear Parts and
Attachments as described below) against defects in material and
workmanship for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date
of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of
charge, any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship.
This limited warranty shall only apply if this product has been
operated and maintained in accordance with the Operator's Manual
furnished with the product, and has not been subject to misuse,
abuse, commercial use, neglect, accident, improper maintenance,
alteration, vandalism, theft, fire, water, or damage because of other
peril or natural disaster. Damage resulting from the installation or use
of any part, accessory or attachment not approved by MTD for use
with the product(s) covered by this manual will void your warranty as
to any resulting damage.
Normal Wear Parts are warranted to be free from defects in material
and workmanship for a period of thirty (30) days from the date of
purchase. Normal wear parts include, but are not limited to items
such as: batteries, belts, blades, blade adapters, tines, grass bags,
wheels, rider deck wheels, seats, snow thrower skid shoes, friction
wheels, shave plates, auger spiral rubber, engine oil, air filters, spark
plugs and tires.
Attachments-- MTD warrants attachments for this product against
defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year,
commencing on the date of the attachment's original purchase or
lease. Attachments include, but are not limited to items such as:
grass collectors and mulch kits.
HOWTO OBTAINPARTSAND SERVICE:Warranty service is available,
WITH PROOFOF PURCHASE,through your local authorized service
dealer. To locate the dealer in your area:
In the U.S.A.
Check your Yellow Pages, or contact MTD LLC at RO. Box 361131,
Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019, or call 1-800-800-7310, 1-330-2204683 or log on to our Web site at www.mtdproducts.com.
In Canada
Contact MTD Products Limited, Kitchener, ON N2G4J1, or call 1-800668-1238 or log on to our Web site at www.mtdcanada.com.
This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following
cases:
a.

FOR

c. Service completed by someone other than an authorized service
dealer.
d. MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported
outside of the United States and/or Canada, and their respective
possessions and territories, except those sold through MTD's
authorized channels of export distribution.
e. Replacement parts that are not genuine MTD parts.
f. Transportation charges and service calls.
g. MTD does not warrant this product for commercial use.
No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, applies after
the applicable period of express written warranty above as to the
parts as identified. No other express warranty, whether written or
oral, except as mentioned above, given by any person or entity,
including a dealer or retailer, with respect to any product, shall
bind MTD. Duringthe period of the warranty, the exclusive remedy
is repair or replacement of the product as set forth above.
The provisions as set forth in this warranty provide the sole and
exclusive remedy arising from the sale. MTD shall not be liable
for incidental or consequential loss or damage including, without
limitation, expenses incurred for substitute or replacement lawn
care services or for rental expenses to temporarily replace a
warranted product.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply
to you.
In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the amount of
the purchase price of the product sold. Alteration of safety features of
the product shall void this warranty. You assume the risk and liability
for loss, damage, or injury to you and your property and/or to others
and their property arising out of the misuse or inability to use the
product.
This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the
original purchaser or to the person for whom it was purchased as a
gift.
HOWSTATELAW RELATESTO THIS WARRANTY: This limited
warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state.
IMPORTANT: Owner must present Original Proof of Purchase to
obtain warranty coverage.

Log splitter pumps, valves, and cylinders havea separate oneyear warranty.

b. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, blade
sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments,
deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of the exterior finish
due to use or exposure.

MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019; Phone: 1=800=800=7310, 1=330=220-4683
MTD Canada Limited - KITCHENER, ON N2G 4J1; Phone 1-800-668-1238
GDOC-100016 REV. C

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