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Safety • Assembly • Operation • Tips & Techniques • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts Lists • Warranty

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*Model462Shown

Chipper Shredder- Model Series 452 thru 465

IMPORTANT

READ SAFETY RULES AND iNSTRUCTiONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION

Warning: Thisunit isequippedwithan internalcombustionengineandshouldnot beusedon or nearany unimprovedforest-covered,brush-

coveredor grass-coveredlandunlesstheengine'sexhaustsystemisequippedwitha sparkarrestermeetingapplicablelocalor statelaws(if any).

If a sparkarresterisused,it shouldbemaintainedineffectiveworkingorderby the operator.In theStateof Californiathe aboveisrequiredbylaw

(Section4442of the CaliforniaPublicResourcesCode).Otherstatesmayhavesimilarlaws.Federallawsapplyonfederallands.A sparkarrester

for the muffleris availablethroughyour nearestengineauthorizedservicedealeror contactthe servicedepartment,RO.Box361131Cleveland,

Ohio44136-0019.

PRINTEDIN U.S.A. MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019

FORMNO.770-100481

7/20/2006

This Operator's IVlanual is an important part of your new chipper shredder, it wiil help you assemble, pre=

pare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says.

Table of Contents

Customer Support .............................................. 2

Safety Labels ...................................................... 3

Safe Operation Practices ................................... 4

Setting UpYour Chipper Shredder .................... 6

Operating Your Chipper Shredder ................... 10

Maintaining Your Chipper Shredder ................ 12

Troubleshooting ................................................ 14

Parts List ........................................................... 16

Warranty ............................................. Back Cover

Finding and Recording Model Number

BEFOREYOU STARTASSEMBLING

YOUR NEW EQUIPMENT,

pleaselocate the model plateon the equipment and copy

the informationto the sample model plate providedto the

right. Youcan locatethe model plate by standing behind the

unit and looking down at the frame below the engine. This

informationwill be necessary to use the manufacturer'sweb

site and/or obtain assistance from the Customer Support

Department or an authorizedservice dealer.

Model Number

www, mtdproducts,com

Serial Number

MTD LLC

P.O. BOX 361131

CLEVELAND, OH 44136

330-220-4683

800-800-7310

Customer Support

Please do NOTreturn the unit to the retailer from which it was

purchased, without first contacting Customer Support.

Ifyou havedifficulty assembling this product or haveany questionsregarding the controls, operation, or maintenanceof this

unit, you can seek helpfrom the experts. Choose from the options below:

1. Visit mtdproducts.com. Click on Yard Machinesand then the CustomerSupport menu option.

2. Phone a Customer Support Representative at 1 (800) 800-7310.

3. The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related issues with regards to performance,power-rating,specifica-

tions, warranty and service. Please refer to the engine manufacturer'sOwner's/Operator's Manual, packedseparately with

your unit,for more information.

TO AVOID SERIOUS iNJURY:

• Do not operate on uneven ground where unit is

unstable, Do not operate on pavement, gravel or

other hard surfaces since objects can ricochet

and cause injury,

• To avoid a fire hazard, keep leaves, grass, and other

combustible materials away from hot engine and

muffler,

• Keep children and others away from area of

operation,

• Wear approved safety glasses, gloves and ear

protection.

ROTATING CUTTING BLADES.

TO AVOID SERIOUS iNJURY:

• Read the owner's manual(s) before starting and

using unit,

• Keep all shields and guards in place and securely

attached.

• Keep hands, feet, face, clothing and long hair out of

Shredder Hopper, Chipper Chute and Discharge

Chute while the engine is running, Rotating cutting

blades inside these openings will cause serious

personal injury if contacted. Material being

processed

may bounce back from inlet openings or be thrown

from the discharge chute. Long hair or loose clothing

may be pulled sucked into the inlet openings.

• Do not place branches over 1/2 inch diameter into

the large Shredder Hopper. Branches over 1/2 inch in

diameter should be placed in the Small Chipper

Chute.

• If the chipped shredder jams or becomes clogged,

immediately shut off the engine and wait for all

moving parts to come to a complete stop before

clearing.

• Do not install remove, adjust, or service the

discharge screen or any other part while the engine

is running. Blade contact can occur.

KEEP HANDS AND FEET OUT

OF OPENINGS WHILE MACHINE

iS RUNNING.

• ROTATING CUTTING BLADES.KEEP HANDS

AND FEET OUT OF OPENING WHILE

MACHINE IS RUNNING.

• DO NOT OPERATE THIS MACHINE UNLESS

THE CHUTE DEFLECTOR HAS BEEN

PROPERLY INSTALLED AND IS SECURED

WITH THE HAND KNOBS.

ThisOperatorsManualcoversa rangeof productspecificationsfor variousmodels.Characteristicsandfeatures

discussedand/orillustratedinthis manualmaynot beapplicableto all models.MTDLLC reservesthe rightto

changeproductspecifications,designsandequipmentwithoutnoticeandwithoutincurringobligation.

WARNING

This symbolpoints

out importantsafety

instructionswhich, if

not followed,could

endangerthe personal

safetyand/or property

of yourselfandothers.

Readandfollow all

instructionsinthis

manualbeforeat-

temptingto operate

this machine.Failure

to complywiththese

instructionsmay result

in personalinjury.When

you see this symbol.

HEED ITS WARNING!

Your Responsibility

Restrictthe use

of this power machine

to persons who read,

understand

and follow the warnings

and instructions

in this manual

and onthe machine.

WARNING

This symbolpoints

out importantsafety

instructionswhich, if

notfollowed,could

endangerthe personal

i safetyand/or property

I ofyourselfand others.

Readandfollow all

instructionsinthis

manualbeforeat-

temptingto operate

i this machine. Failure

I to complywith these

instructionsmay result

i in personalinjury.When

you see this symbol.

i HEED ITS WARNING!

i Your Responsibility

Restrictthe use

of this power machine

to personswho read.

i understand

andfollow the warnings

and instructions

i inthis manual

and on the machine.

WARNING: Engine Exhaust,some of its constituents, andcertain vehicle compo-

nentscontain or emit chemicals knownto State of Californiato cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductiveharm.

DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this

manual.As with any type of power equipment,carelessness or error on the part of the operator can

result in serious injury.This machine is capable of amputating hands andfeet andthrowing objects.

Failureto observethe followingsafety instructionscould result inserious injuryor death.

Training

1. Read,understand,and followall instructionson the ma- 1.

chineandin the manual(s)beforeattemptingto assemble

andoperate.Keepthis manualina safe placefor future

and regularreferenceand for orderingreplacementparts.

2. Befamiliarwith allcontrolsandtheir properoperation. 2.

Knowhowto stopthe machineanddisengagethem

quickly.

3. Neverallow childrenunder 16years oldto operatethis

machine.Children 16years old andovershould readand 3.

understandthe operationinstructionsandsafety rulesin

this manualand shouldbe trainedand supervisedbya

parent.

4. Neverallow adultsto operatethis machinewithoutproper

instruction. 4.

5. Keepbystanders,helpers,pets,and childrenat least

75feetfromthe machinewhile it is in operation.Stop

machineif anyoneentersthe area.

6. Neverrunan engineindoorsor in a poorlyventilatedarea. 5.

Engineexhaustcontainscarbon monoxide,an odorless

anddeadly gas. 6.

7. Do notputhands andfeet nearrotatingparts orin the

feedingchambersanddischargeopening.Contactwith

the rotatingimpellercanamputatefingers,hands,and

feet.

8. Neverattemptto unclogeither thefeed intakeor

dischargeopening,removeor emptybag,or inspectand

repairthe machinewhilethe engineis running.Shutthe

engineoff andwait until all movingpartshavecometo a

completestop. Disconnectthespark plugwire andground

it againsttheengine.

Preparation

Thoroughlyinspectthe areawherethe equipmentisto

beused. Removeall rocks,bottles,cans,or otherforeign

objectswhichcouldbe pickedupor thrown andcause

personalinjuryor damageto the machine.

Alwayswearsafetyglassesor safetygogglesduringopera-

tionor whileperforminganadjustmentor repair,to protect

eyes.Thrownobjectswhich ricochetcancause serious

injuryto the eyes.

Wearsturdy,rough-soledworkshoesand close-fitting

slacksandshirts. Loosefittingclothesor jewelrycan be

caughtin movableparts.Neveroperatethis machine

in barefeet or sandals.Wearleatherworkgloveswhen

feedingmaterialin thechipperchute.

Beforestarting,check allboltsand screwsfor propertight-

nessto be surethe machineisin safeworkingcondition.

Also,visuallyinspectmachinefor any damageat frequent

intervals.

Maintainor replacesafetyandinstructionslabels,as

necessary.

Toavoidpersonalinjuryor propertydamageuseextreme

care inhandlinggasoline.Gasolineis extremelyflammable

andthe vaporsare explosive.Seriouspersonalinjurycan

occurwhengasolineis spilledon yourselforyour clothes

whichcanignite.Washyour skinand changeclothes

immediately.

a. Useonly an approvedgasolinecontainer.

b. Extinguishallcigarettes,cigars, pipes,andother

sourcesof ignition.

c. Neverfuel machineindoors.

d. Neverremovegas cap oradd fuelwhilethe engineis hot

or running.

e. Allowengineto coolat leasttwo minutesbeforerefuel-

ing.

f. Neveroverfill fuel tank. Filltankto nomorethan 1/2

inch belowbottomof filler neckto providespacefor fuel

expansion.

g. Replacegasolinecap andtightensecurely.

h. If gasolineis spilled,wipe itoff theengineand equip-

ment.Movemachineto anotherarea.Wait 5 minutes

beforestartingtheengine.

i. Neverstorethe machineorfuel containerinside where

there isan openflame, spark,or pilot light (e.g.furnace,

waterheater,spaceheater,clothesdryer,etc.)

j. Toreducea fire hazard,keepmachinefree of grass,

leaves,or otherdebris build-up.Cleanupoilor fuel

spillageand removeanyfuel soakeddebris.

k. Allowmachineto cool at least5 minutesbeforestoring.

Operation

1. Donot puthandsandfeet nearrotatingpartsor in the

feedingchambersand dischargeopening.Contactwith the

rotatingimpellercanamputatefingers, hands,andfeet.

2. Beforestartingthe machine,makesurethe chipperchute,

feed intake,and cuttingchamberare empty andfree of all

debris.

3. Thoroughlyinspectall materialto beshreddedand remove

any metal,rocks,bottles,cans,orotherforeignobjects

which could causepersonalinjury or damageto the

machine.

4. f it becomesnecessaryto pushmaterialthroughthe

shredderhopper,usea smalldiameterstick. Do notuse

your hands orfeet.

5. f the impellerstrikesa foreignobject or ifyour machine

should start makingan unusualnoiseor vibration,

immediatelyshuttheengine off.Allow the impellerto come

to a completestop.Disconnectthe sparkplugwire,ground

itagainstthe engineandperformthe followingsteps:

a. Inspectfor damage.

b. Repairorreplaceanydamagedparts.

c. Checkfor anyloosepartsand tightento assure

continuedsafeoperation.

6. Donotallow an accumulationof processedmaterialto build

upinthe dischargearea.Thiscan preventproperdischarge

and result in kickbackof materialthroughthefeed opening.

7. Donotattemptto shredorchip materiallargerthan

specifiedon the machineor inthis manual.Personalinjury

or machinedamagecouldresult.

8. Neverattemptto unclogeitherthe feed intakeordischarge

openingwhilethe engineisrunning.Shutthe engineoff,

wait until all movingparts havestopped,disconnectthe

spark plugwire andground it againsttheenginebefore

clearingdebris.

9. Neveroperatewithoutthe shredderhopper,chipperchute,

or chute deflectorproperlyattachedto the machine.Never

emptyor changedischargebagwhiletheengineis running.

10.Keepall guards,deflectorsand safetydevicesin placeand

operatingproperly.

11.Keepyourface andbody backand to theside ofthe chipper

chute whilefeedingmaterialintothe machineto avoid

accidentalkickbackinjuries.

12.Neveroperatethis machinewithoutgoodvisibility or light.

13.Donotoperatethis machineon a paved,gravelor non-level

surface.

14.Donotoperatethis machinewhile underthe influenceof

alcohol ordrugs.

15.Mufflerandenginebecomehotandcan causea burn.Do

nottouch.

16.Neverpickupor carrymachinewhilethe engineisrunning.

Maintenance & Storage

1. Nevertamper withsafetydevices.Checktheir proper

operationregularly.

2. Checkbolts and screwsfor propertightnessat frequent

intervalsto keepthe machinein safeworkingcondition.

Also,visuallyinspectmachinefor anydamageand repair,if

needed.

3. Beforecleaning,repairing,or inspecting,stopthe engine

andmakecertainthe impellerand all movingparts have

stopped.Disconnectthe sparkplug wire and groundit

againsttheengineto preventunintendedstarting.

4. Do notchangethe enginegovernorsettingsor overspeed

theengine.The governorcontrolsthemaximumsafe

operatingspeed of theengine.

5. Maintainor replacesafetyandinstructionlabels,as neces-

sary.

6. Followthis manualforsafe loading,unloading,transporting,

andstorageof this machine.

7. Neverstorethe machineorfuel containerinside where

thereisan openflame, sparkor pilot lightsuch as a water

heater,furnace,clothesdryer,etc.

8. Alwaysreferto theoperator'smanualfor properinstructions

onoff-seasonstorage.

9. If thefuel tank hasto bedrained,dothis outdoors.

10.Observeproperdisposallawsandregulationsfor gas,oil,

etc. to protectthe environment.

Do not modify engine

Toavoidseriousinjuryordeath,do not modifyengineinany

way.Tamperingwiththegovernorsettingcan leadto a runaway

engineandcauseit to operateat unsafespeeds.Nevertamper

withfactorysettingof enginegovernor.

Notice regarding Emissions

Engineswhichare certifiedto complywithCaliforniaandfederal

EPAemissionregulationsfor SORE(SmallOff RoadEquipment)

arecertified to operateon regularunleadedgasoline,and may

includethefollowingemissioncontrolsystems:EngineModifica-

tion(EM)andThreeWayCatalyst(TWO)ifso equipped.

Your Responsibility

Restrictthe useof this powermachineto personswho read,un-

derstandand followthe warningsand instructionsin this manual

andon the machine.

Practices

WARNING

This symbol points

out importantsafety

instructions, which if

not followed,could

endanger the personal

safety and/or property

of yourself and others.

Readand follow all

instructions inthis man-

ual before attempting to

operate this machine.

Failureto comply with

these instructionsmay

result in personal injury.

When you see this

symbol.

HEED iT S WARNING!

Your Responsibility

Restrictthe use

of this power machine

to personswho read.

understand

and followthe warnings

and instructions

in this manua

and on the machine.

Shredder

IMPORTANT

This unit is shipped

without gasoline or

oil in the engine.Be

certainto service

enginewith gasoline

andoil as instructed

in the separateengine

manual before operat-

ing your machine.

NOTE: All references

in this manualto the

left or right side of

the chipper shredder

is from the operating

i position only. Excep-

tions if any will be

specified.

NOTE: This Operators

i Manual covers a range

of product specifica-

tions for various

models. Characteristics

and featuresdiscussed

and/or illustratedinthis

manualmay not be ap-

plicableto all models.

MTD LLC reserves the

right to change product

specifications,designs

and equipmentwithout

notice andwithout

=ncurringobligation.

Figure 3=1

IMPORTANT:Thisunit is shippedwithoutgasolineoroil

in theengine.Becertainto serviceenginewithgasoline

andoilas instructedinthe separateenginemanual

beforeoperatingyour machine.

Loose Parts In Carton

a. HopperAssembly d. Bag

b. ChuteDeflector e. SafetyGlasses

c. ChipperChute f. EngineOil

Attaching The Hopper

Assembly

1. a. Removesix hexnutsandwashersfromthe weld

studsonthe impellerhousing.Donot removethe

supportplate.SeeFigure3-1.

b. Placehopperassemblyinto positioninfrontof

impellerhousing,aligningholesinhopperassembly

collarwithweldstuds.

c. Slidehopperassemblyontoweld studsand replace

washersandhex nuts.Donot tightencompletely.

2. a. Lift hopperassemblyupto impellerbracket

assembly.

b. Slidethe releaserodout slightlyto hookthe hopper

bracketontothe rod.SeeFigure3-2.

c. Tightenthe sixhexnutsthatsecurehopper

assemblyto impellerhousingandalsotightenthe

hex nutsthatsecurehopperbracketto hopper

assembly.

Figure 3-2

Figure 3-3

Attaching The Chute Deflector

3. a. Removethe wingknobsfromeach sideof the lower

impellerhousing.

b. Removethe hexlocknut,spacers,andhex boltfrom

the topof theimpellerhousing.SeeFigure3-3.

4. a. Alignthe chutedeflectorinpositionon the

dischargeopeningand inserthex boltwithspacer

throughhingeon chutedeflector(spacersfit inside

of hinges).SeeFigure314.

b. Placesecondspaceroverhex bolt insideother

hingeandsecurewithhex locknut.

c. Securebothsidesof chutedeflectorto impeller

housingusingwingknobspreviouslyremoved.

Attaching The Chipper Chute

(Model Series 460)

5. a. Removethe threecuppedwashersand hexnuts

fromweldstudsaroundthe openingonthe side of

the impellerhousing.SeeFigure3-5.

b. Removethe hexbolts,flat washers,andlocknuts

fromthe twoholeson the upperendof the support

brace.

6. a. Alignthe chipperchuteoverthe weldstuds,sothe

slotinthe bottomof the chuteis facingdown.

b. Securechipperchutewiththe threecupped

washers(cuppedsideagainstthe chipperchute)

and hexnutspreviouslyremoved.Do nottighten

the nutsat thistime. SeeFigure316.

Figure 3-4

Fgure 3=5

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Figure 3=6

Your Chipper

Sh redder

IMPORTANT

This unit is shipped

without gasolineor

oil in the engine. Be

certain to service

enginewith gasoline

and oil as instructed

in the separate engine

manual before operat-

ing your machine.

NOTE: All references

in this manualto the

left or right side of

the chipper shredder

is from the operating

positiononly. Excep-

tions, if any, will be

specified.

NOTE: This Operators

Manual covers a range

of product specifica-

tions for various

models. Characteristics

andfeatures discussed

and/or illustrated inthis

manual may not be ap-

plicableto all models.

MTD LLC reservesthe

right to change product

specifications,designs

and equipmentwithout

notice andwithout

_ncurringobligation.

Setting up

MPORTANT

This unitis shipped

without gasoline or

oil in the enginelae

certain to serv ce

engine with gasoline

an_Joil as instructed

in the separateengine

manUaIbeforeope!at-

ing your machine

NOTE: All references

in this manual tOthe

left or right side of

the chipper shredder

iSfrom the operating

positiononlylExcep;

tions, if any, w Ii be

specified:

NOTE: This Operators

ManUalcovers a range

Of product specifiCa:

tions for Various

mode!s:Characteristics

and featuresdiscussed

andior ilUstratedinthiS

manual may not be ap,

plicable toali models!

MTD LLC reservesthe

right to change product

specificationsidesigns

andequipment w thout

notice and without

incurring obligationl

Figure 3-7

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7. Thechippershredderwasshippedwithoneendof

the supportbracealreadysecuredto the lowerframe.

Loosenbut do not removetheboltssecuringthe brace

to the frame.See Figure3-7.

a. Alignthe holesinthe chutewiththe holes inthe top

of the braceandattachbraceto chipperchutewith

hardwarepreviouslyremoved.Tightensecurely.

b. Tightenthe boltssecuringthe supportbraceto the

frame.

c. Tightenthe three nutson the weldstudsholding

the chipperchuteto the impellerhousing.

Attaching The Chipper Chute

(Model Series 450)

8. a. Removethethreecuppedwashersandhex nuts

fromweld studsaroundtheopeningon the sideof

the impellerhousing.SeeFigure3-8.

Figure 3=8

Figure 3=9

Figure 3=10

9. a. Alignthe chipperchuteoverthe weldstuds,sothe

slotinthe bottomof the chuteis facingdown.

b. Securechipperchutewiththe threecupped

washers(cuppedsideagainstthe chipperchute)

and hexnutspreviouslyremoved.Tightenthe nuts

at this time.SeeFigure3-9.

Attaching The Bag

10.Toattachthe bag:

a. Placethe openingof the bagcompletelyover the

chutedeflector.

b. Pullon the drawstringuntilthe bagis tightaround

chutedeflectoropening.

c. Clipdrawstringbackon itself,tightagainstchute

deflectorto secureintoposition.SeeFigure3-10.

Setting Up

YourChippe

Shredder

MPORTANT

This unit iSshipped

without gaso ine or

oilin the enginelBe

Certain to service

engine with gasoline

and Oilas instrUCted

the separate engine

manualbefore operati

ing your machine:

NOTE: All references

this manual tothe

left or right side of

the chipper shredder

is from the operating

position only. Excepi

tions, if any.will be

specified:

NOTE: This OPerators

ManUal covers a range

of product specifiCa,

tions for Various

models: CharacteriStics

andfeatures discussed

and/or iilustrated inthis

manual may notbe ap.

plicable to all models:

MTD LLC reservesthe

right to Changeproduct

specifications; designs

and equipmentwithout

notice and w thout

incurr ng Obligationl

WARNING

The operation of any

chipper shredder

can result inforeign

objects being thrown

intothe eyes, which

can damageyour

Ieyes severely. Always

iwear the safety

glasses provided

with this unit or eye

ishields before chip-

ping or shredding

and while performing

iany adjustments or

repairs.

I Use extreme care

when handling

gasoline. Gasoline is

extremely flammable

i and the vapors are

explosive. Neverfuel

i the machine indoors

'or while the engine

is hot or running.

I Extinguish cigarettes,

cigars, pipes and

other sources of

ignition.

Know Your Chipper Shredder

HopperAssembly

ReleaseRod

Oil Fillt

Chipper Chute

Oil Fill

1 If Equipped

*Model462 Shownwith0 (Notincluded)

Figure 4-1

Nowthatyou havesetupyour chippershredderfor

operation,get aquaintedwithits controlsandfeatures.

Thesearedescribedbelowandillustratedonthis page.

Thisknowledgewillallowyou to use yournewequip-

mentto itsfullestpotential.

Chipper Chute

Allowstwigsandsmall branchesup to 3" (2"for Model

Series450)indiameterto befed intothe impellerfor

chipping.SeeFigure4-1.

Hopper Assembly

Allowleavesandsmallbranchesupto 1/2diameter

to befed into theimpellerforchippingandshredding.

Materialcan be rakedinto hopperassemblyby lowering

the hopperassembly.SeeFigure4-1.

Gas and Oil Fill-Up

1. Checkoillevelandaddoil if necessary.Followengine

manualfor this. SeeFigure4-1abovefor locationof

the oilfill.

2. Servicethe enginewithgasolineas instructedinthe

enginemanual. SeeFigure4-1abovefor locationof

gasfill.

WARNING:Useextremecarewhenhan-

dling gasoline.Gasoline is extremely

flammable and the vapors areexplosive.

Neverfuel the machine indoorsor while

the engineis hot or running.Extinguish

cigarettes, cigars, pipesand other

sources of ignition.

Release Rod

The releaserodis locatedon the impellerbracket

assemblyandit is usedto releaseor lockthe hopper

whenraisingor lowering.See Figure4-1.

Tow Bar (if Equipped)

Usethetow barto towthe chippershredderbehinda

tractorto ajobsite.See Figure4-1.

NOTE:Ifyour unit isnotequippedwitha towbar,you

maycontactCustomerSupportas instructedon page2

for informationregardingpriceandavailability.

WARNING:Theoperation of any

chippershredder canresultinforeign

objects being thrown intothe eyes,

which can damage your eyesse-

verely. Always wear the safety glasses

providedwith this unit or eye shields

before chippingor shredding andwhile

performingany adjustments or repairs.

ThisOperatorsManualcoversa rangeof product f _ -=]

specificationsforvariousmodels.Characteristicsandfea- _ /, |

turesdiscussedand/or illustratedinthismanualmaynot _ _ |

be applicableto allmodels.MTDLLCreservesthe right ._1__ _11111_

to changeproductspecifications,designsandequipment _

withoutnoticeandwithoutincurringobligation.

Starting Engine (

WARNING:Neverrun the engine

indoorsor in apoorlyventilatedarea.

Engine exhaustcontainscarbonmonox-

ide,an odorless and deadly gas.

IMPORTANT:Becausethismanualcoversseveral

differentmodelunits,differentstartinginstructionsmay

applyto your particularengine.Someenginesmayhave

a fuel petcock,somemaynot.Someenginesmayhave

On/Off switches,othermaynot.Someunitswill utilizea

chokesystem,whileotherswill requirepriming. These

factorsdependon whatmakeandmodelenginecomes

withyour particularunit.For thesereasons,pleaserefer

to the engineoperator'smanualforthe correctstarting

procedure.

1. Attachsparkplugwire to sparkplug.Makecertain

the metalcap on theend of the sparkplugisfastened

securelyoverthe metaltip onthe sparkplug.

2. Engines with choke lever:

Movechokeleveronengineto CHOKEposition.(A

warmenginemaynot requirechoking).

Engines withprimer:

Primeengineas instructedinseparateenginemanual.

3. The throttlecontrolleveris locatedonthe engine.

Moveenginethrottlecontrolleverto FASTor START

position.SeeFigure4-2.

4. Graspstarterhandleand pullropeout slowlyuntil

enginereachesstart of compressioncycle(ropewill

pull slightlyharderat this point).

NOTE:A noisewill beheardwhenfindingthe start of

the compressioncycle.Thisnoiseis causedby theflails

andfingers,whichare partof the shreddingmechanism,

and it shouldbeexpecteduntilthe impellerreachesfull

speed.

5. Pullropewitha rapid,continuous,fullarm stroke.

Keepa firmgriponstarterhandle.Let roperewind

slowly.

6. Repeatthe previousstepsuntilenginefires.When

enginestarts,movechokecontrol(if equipped)

graduallyto RUNposition.

Figure 4=2

Stopping Engine

1. Movethrottlecontrolleverto STOPor OFFposition.

2. Disconnectsparkplugwirefromsparkplugand

groundagainstthe engine.

NOTE:Seeyourenginemanualpackedwithyour unit

for moredetailedinstructions.

Using The Chipper Shredder

Yardwastesuchas leavesandpineneedlescan be

rakedupthroughthe hopperassemblyfor shredding.

Aftermaterialhas beenshreddedbythe flail blades

onthe impellerassembly,itwill bedischargedout of

openingor into catcherbag. Donot attemptto shred

orchip anymaterialotherthanvegetationfoundina

normalyard (i.e.branches,leaves,twigs,etc.)Avoid

fibrousplantssuchas tomatovinesuntil theyare

thoroughlydriedout. Twigsandsmallbranchesupto 3"

(2" for ModelSeries450) indiameter can befed into

the chipperchute.

Lowering The Hopper Assembly

1. Withonehandgraspthe handleat the top of the

hopperassemblyandlift slightly.

2. Withtheother handpullout onthe releaserod

andlowerthe hopperassemblyto the ground.See

Figure4-1.

To Empty Bag

1. Un-clipdrawstringand loosenbagfromchute

deflectoropening.

2. Emptybagandreattachto the dischargechute

opening.Pullonthe drawstringuntilthe bagistight

aroundthe chuteopeningandclip thedrawstring

tightagainstthechutedeflector.

IMPORTANT:The flailscreenislocatedinsidethe

housingin the dischargearea.If theflail screen

becomesclogged,removeandcleanas instructedin

SECTION5: MAINTAININGYOURCHIPPERSHRED-

DER.Forbestperformance,it isalso importantto keep

the chipperbladesharp.

Never run the engine

indoorsorin apoorly

ventilated area: Engine

exhaust contains

carbon monoxide, an

)dorless and deadly

NOTE:A noisewill be

heardwhenfindingthestart

ofthe compressioncycle.

Thisnoiseis causedby

theflailsandfingers,which

arepart ofthe shredding

mechanism,andit should

beexpecteduntilthe impel-

er reachesfull speed.

Your Chipper

Shredder

Always stop engine,

disconnectspark

plug, and ground

against engine

before cleaning,

lubricatingor

doing any kindof

maintenance on your

machine.

points before

reassembly.

*Model462Shown

Figure 5-1

;//

/*Model462 Shown

Figure 5-2

General Recommendations

1. Alwaysobservesafetyruleswhen performing

anymaintenance.

2. Thewarrantyon thischippershredderdoes not

coveritemsthathavebeensubjectedto operator

abuseornegligence.Toreceivefull valuefromwar-

ranty,operatormustmaintainthe chippershredder

as instructedhere.

3. Changingof engine-governedspeedwill void

enginewarranty.

4. Alladjustmentsshouldbecheckedat leastonce

eachseason.

5. Periodicallycheckallfastenersand makesurethese

aretight.

_ WARNING:Alwaysstopengine,

disconnectsparkplug, and ground

against enginebefore cleaning,

lubricating or doingany kind of

maintenanceon your machine.

Lubrication

1. Lubricatethe releaserodand springwithlightoil once

a season.SeeFigure5-1.

2. Lubricatethe pivotpointsonthe hopperassemblywith

lightoil oncea season.See Figure5-1.

3. Lubricatethe pivotpointsonthe dischargechutewith

lightoil oncea season.See Figure5-1.

4. Followtheaccompanyingenginemanualfor lubrica-

tion scheduleandinstructionfor enginelubrication.

Engine Care

1. Maintainoil levelas instructedin enginemanual.

2. Serviceaircleanerevery25 hoursundernormal

conditions.Cleaneveryfewhoursunderextremely

dustyconditions.Referto enginemanual.

3. Cleansparkplugand resetthegaponce a season.

Checkenginemanualfor correctplugtype andgap

specifications.

4. Cleanengineregularlywitha clothorbrush.Keepthe

coolingsystem(blowerhousingarea)cleanto permit

properaircirculation.Removeall grass,dirt and

combustibledebrisfrommufflerarea.

Removing The Flail Screen

If the dischargeareabecomesclogged,removetheflail

screenandcleanareaas follows:

1. Stopthe engineandmakecertainthe chippershred-

derhas cometo a completestop.

2. Disconnectsparkplugwirefromsparkplugand

groundagainsttheengine.

3. a. Removethe bagandtwo wingknobson eachside

of the chutedeflector.See Figure5-2.

b. Liftthe chutedeflectorupto keepitoutof theway.

c. Removethetwo hairpinclipsfromeach clevispin

whichextendthroughthe housingandremovepins.

d. Removetheflail screenfrominsidethe housing

andcleanthe screenby scrapingor washingwith

water.SeeFigure5-2.

4. Reinstallthe screen,makingcertainto reassemblethe

flail screenwiththecurvesidedown.

5. Reattachthe chutedeflectorwiththe hardware

previouslyremovedandconnectthe bagto unit.

Sharpening Or Replacing Chipper

Blades

1. Disconnectthe sparkplugwire andgroundagainstthe

engine.

2. Removetheflail screenas instructedinthe previous

section.

3. Removethechipperchuteby removingthree hexnuts

andwashers.

4. Removethechipperchutesupportbrace(Model

Series460)fromthe frame by removingthe hexbolts.

5. Rotateimpellerassemblyby handuntilyoulocateone

of twochipperbladesinthe chipperchuteopening.

6. Removethe bladeby removingthe internalhex

screws,lockwashers,andhexnutswhichsecureit to

the impeller.Retainthe hardware.SeeFigure5-3.

NOTE: Usea 3/16"hex key(Allen)wrenchonthe outside

of the bladeanda 1/2" box(or socket)wrenchonthe

insideof the impeller.HoldtheAllenwrenchstationary

and rotatethe box(or socket)wrenchto loosenthe nut.

7. Installa replacementblade(PartNo.781-0490)with

the hardwareremovedearlieror sharpen.

IMPORTANT:Whensharpeningthe blade,protecthands

by usinggloves.Followthe originalangleof grindand

makesureto removean equalamountfromeachblade. Figure 5-3

8. To replacethe otherblade,rotatethe impellerto

exposethe secondbladeandrepeatthe stepsabove.

NOTE: Makecertainbladesarereassembledwiththe

sharpedgefacingupward.Torquehardwareto 250- 300

in. Ibs.

Sharpening Or Replacing The Shred-

der Blade

_ARNING:Theimpeller'schipperblades

are sharp. Wearleatherwork gloves to

protectyour hands.

1. Stop theengineand makecertainthatall moving

partshavecometo acompletestop.

2. Disconnectthe sparkplugwireandgroundagainstthe

engine.

3. Lowerthe hopperassemblyandblockupthe housing.

4. Removethe sixhex locknutsandflatwashers

fromthe weldstudson theflail housing.Retainthe

hardware.

5. Carefullyseparatethe hopperassemblyfromthe

impellerassemblyandremovethe supportplate.

NOTE:When reassemblingthe supportplate,make

certaintheembossedtab facesinwardtowardsthe

impeller.

6. Removethe twowing knobsandcuppedwashersthat

securethe chutedeflectorandraisethe chute.

7. Inserta 1/2"or 3/4" diameterpipethroughthe flail

screenintothe impellerto keepit fromturningor

removethe flail screenand inserta pieceof wood into

the chuteopening.

8. a. Removethe twointernalhex screws,lockwashers,

and hexlocknutswhichsecurethe shredderblade

to the impeller.

b. Removethe hexbolt,lockwasher,andflatwasher

to completelyfree shredderblade.See Figure5-4.

Figure 5-4

NOTE:Usea3/16"hexkey(Allen)wrenchon the

outsideof the shredderbladeanda 1/2" box(orsocket)

wrenchonthe insideof the shredderblade.Holdthe

Allenwrenchstationaryandrotatethe box (orsocket)

wrenchto loosenthenut. Usecautionwhen removing

the bladeto avoidcontactingthe weldstudson housing.

IMPORTANT:Whensharpeningthe blade,follow

the originalangleof grindas a guide.It is extremely

importantthateachcuttingedgereceivesanequal

amountof grindingto preventan unbalancedblade.

Anunbalancedbladewill causeexcessivevibration

whenrotatingat highspeedsandmaycausedamage

to the unit.Thebladecan betestedby balancingit on a

screwdriveror nail. Removemetalfromthe heavyside

until it is balancedevenly.

Storing Your Chipper Shredder

Thefollowingstepsshouldbetakento prepareyour

chippershredderfor storage.

1. Cleantheequipmentthoroughly.

2. Wipeequipmentwithanoiled ragto preventrust.

3. Referto enginemanualforcorrectenginestorage

instructions.

4. Storeunitin a clean,dry area. Donot storenextto

corrosivematerialssuchas fertilizer.

Your Chipper

,redder

WARi ,,ING

The impeller S

chipper blades and

shredder blade are

sharp: Wear leather

work gloves to

protect your hands;

IMPORTANT

Makecertainchipper

blades are reassem:

bled with the sharp

edge facing upwar&

Torquehardwareto

250,300 in.Ibs.

iMPORTANT

When reasSemblingthe

shredderblade,tighten

center bolt tObetween

550 and 700ini,lb&

andthe twoOutboltsto

between 250 and350

in.4b&

For repairs beyond

the minor adjustments

listed here, contact

an authorized service

Problem Cause Remedy

Enainef., ailsto Start I Throttle levernotin correctStarting i Movethrott, e everto FASTor

post on (f equpped) STARTpost on

2, Sparkp!ugwire disconnected, 2, Connectwire tosparkp!ug,

chokenotincHoKEposition(if cHOKE

equipped): poSiti0nl

FueltankemptyorSta!efuel. tankwithclean,freShgasolinel

&Engine not pdmed(if equipped)Prime engineas .instructedin

6 Faut ark _ 6 ceanadjuStgap 0rrepace

ysp P g: !

Blockedfuel CleanfueI

81Engine flooded, &Wait afew minutesto Festart,but

do not prme:

Engineruns erratic Sparkplugwireloose.

UnitrunningonCHOKE(if equipped).

Blockedfuellineor stalefuel.

Ventingas cap plugged.

Waterordirt infuel system.

6. Dirty aircleaner.

7. Carburetorout of adjustment.

1. Connectandtightenspark

plugwire.

2. Movechokeleverto OFFposition.

3. Cleanfuel line;fill tankwithclean,

freshgasoline.

4. Clearvent.

5. Drainfuel tank. Refillwith

freshfuel.

6. Referto enginemanual.

7. Seeauthorizedservicedealer.

Engine overheats 1. Engineoil levellow. _ 1. Fillcrankcasewithproperoil.

2. Dirty aircleaner. I 2. Referto enginemanual,

• 3. Carburetornotadjustedproperly.

Occasionalskips

(hesitates)at

high speed

Unit does not

discharge

1. Sparkpluggaptooclose.

2. Carburetoridlemixtureadjustment

improperlyset.

1. Chutedeflectorclogged.

2. Foreignobjectlodgedin impeller.

3. LowengineRPM.

3. Seeauthorizedservicedealer.

1. Adjustgap to .030".

2. Seeauthorizedservicedealer.

1. Stop engineimmediatelyand

disconnectsparkplugwire.Clean

flail screenandinsideof discharge

opening.

2. Stop engineanddisconnectspark

plugwire.Removelodgedobject.

3. Alwaysrunengineat full throttle.

Rate of discharge 1 LowengineRPM. 1. Alwaysrunengineat fullthrottle.

slows considerably I 2. Chipperbladedul. I 2. Replacechipperbladeor seeyour

or composition of authorzed servcedeaer.

discharged material I I

changes ,

NOTES

Use this page to make notes and write down important information.

Model Series 452 Thru 465

i •¢/i

Ref. PartNo. Description

No,

1. 736-0217 LockWasher,3/8

2. 714-0149B CotterPin

3. 681-0048 WingKnob5/16-18

4. 681-0094 ChuteDeflectorAssembly

5. 711-0835 ClevisPin

6. 781-0457 ShredderScreen

7. 726-0211 U-Nut5/16-18

8. 750-0793 Spacer

9. 712-3027 HexLockNut1/4-20

10. 712-3004A HexLockNut5/16-18

11. 736-0119 LockWasher5/16

12. 681-0117 InnerImpellerHousingAssembly

13. 710-3025 HexCapScrew5/16-18x.625

14. 710-0157 HexCapScrew5/16-24x.75

15. 781-0490 ChipperBlade

16. 710-1054 HexCapScrew5/16-24x 1.0

17. 681-0030 impellerAssembly

18. 712-0411 HexLockNut5/16-24

19. 781-0735 RetainerPinClip

20. 719-0329 Flail Blade

21. 711-0833B ClevisPin

22. 715-0166 Pin

23. 736-0247 FlatWasher3/8 x 1.25

24. 742-0571 ShredderBlade

25. 710-1254 HexCapScrew3/8-24 x 2.25

26. 681-0004A OuterlmpellerHousingAssembly

27. 710-0825 HexCapScrew1/4-20x 3.75

28. 781-0515 FrontSupportBracket

29. 781-0574 ShredderPlate

30. 681-0104 RearHopperBracketAssembly

31. 732-0306 CompressionSpring1.75

32. 736-0117 FlatWasher

33. 714-0104 CotterPin

34. 736-0264 FlatWasher.330IDx.630OD

35. 710-0376 HexCapScrew5/16-18x 1.0

36. 748-0453 Spacer,.375IDx2.50 LG

37. 736-0362 FlatWasher.320IDx 1.25OD

38. 712-0429 HexLockNut5/16-18

39. 731-1710A HopperCollar

40. 681-0123 FrontHopperBracketAssembly

41. 711-1128 LockRod

42. 731-1707 HopperAssembly

43. 710-3008 HexCapScrew5/16-18x.75

££NUIN£

_FACTORY PARTS

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parts, contact

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NOTE: This Operators

ManUalcovers a range

of product specifiCa;

tions for Various

models:CharaCteristics

and featuresd iscussed

and/or illustrated inthis

manual may not be ap*

plicable to all model&

MTD LLC reservesthe

right to change product

specifications;designs

and equipmentwithout

noticeand without

incurring obligation

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iVlodel Series 452 Thru 465

(16

1ft ModelSeries454 &464

:l:{ ModelSeries452& 462

* If Equipped

Ref. Part No. Description

No.

1. 728-0175 PopRivet

2. 731-1899 ChipperShredderChute

681-0095{H ChipperShredderChute

3. 735-0249 ChuteFlap

4. 781-0633 ChuteFlapStrip

5. 681-0068A . ChipperChuteAssembly

6. 710-0751 HexCapScrew1/4 -20x.620

7. 712-3027 HexLockNut1/4-20

8. 710-0106 HexCapScrew1/4-20x 1.25

9. 736-0173 FlatWasher.28IDx.74OD

10. 736-0242 BellWasher.340IDx.872OD

11. 712-3010 HexNut5/16-18

12. 749-1004 SupportBrace

13. 712-3004A HexLockNut5/16-18

14. 710-0805_{ HexCapScrew5/16-18x 1.50

710-3180tt HexCapScrew5/16-18x 1.75

15. 736-0170 BellWasher5/16x 1.0

16. 736-0366tH FlatWasher

17. 738-0814_:{ AxieAssembly

738-0813tH Axle Assembly

18. 750-0786_{ Spacer

19. 734-1600_:{ WheelComp.,10.0x 2.5 Plastic

734-1845t{{ WheelComplete,10.0x 4.0 Gray

20. 726-0214 PushCap

21. 681-0184A_{H Frame

681-0183Att Frame

22. 736-0451 Washer,.320IDx.93 OD

23. 710-0502A Screw,3/8-16x 1.250

24. 737-0195A{H ElbowFitting

25. 737-0298tt Oil DrainPipe

26. 737-0132tt Oil DrainEndCap

27. 681-0133" TongueHitchMount

28. 681-0134A* BaseHitch Mount

29. 710-3001" HexCapScrew,3/8-16x.88

30. 711-0299" ClevisPin,.625x2.4

31. 711-0835" ClevisPin,.50x 4.62

32. 712-3017" HexNut,3/8-16

• 33. 732-0194" SpringPin

34. 736-0133" FlatWasher,.411x 1.25x 1.0

35. 736-0169" LockWasher,3/8

-- 723-0400 SafetyGlasses(NotShown)

-- 664-04022 ChipperBagAss'y(Not Shown)

-- 664-04023tt_ ChipperBagAss'y(Not Shown)

t ModelSeries464

tt Model464GOnly

_1ModelSeries462

{ Models452

HModels454

AModels462& 464D

* IfEquipped

Models465

=iTS

To order replacement

parts, contact

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NOTE: This Operators

Manualcovers a range

of product specifica-

tions for various

models. Characteristics

andfeatures discussed

and/or illustrated inthis

manual may not be ap-

plicableto all models.

MTD LLC reserves the

right to change product

specifications,designs

and equipmentwithout

notice and without

incurring obligation.

MANUFACTURER'S LiMiTED WARRANTY FOR

The limitedwarrantysetforthbelowisgivenby MTDLLCwithrespect

to newmerchandisepurchasedandusedin the UnitedStates,its

possessionsandterritories.

"MTD"warrantsthisproductagainstdefectsinmaterialandworkman-

shipfor a periodof two (2)yearscommencingonthe date of original

purchaseandwill,at itsoption,repairor replace,freeof charge,any

part foundto bedefectiveinmaterialsorworkmanship.Thislimitedwar-

rantyshallonlyapply if thisproducthasbeenoperatedand maintained

inaccordancewiththe Operator'sManualfurnishedwiththe product,

andhas notbeensubjectto misuse,abuse,commercialuse,neglect,

accident,impropermaintenance,alteration,vandalism,theft,fire,water,

ordamagebecauseof otherperilor naturaldisaster.Damageresulting

fromthe installationor useof any part,accessoryor attachmentnot

approvedby MTDfor use withthe product(s)coveredbythis manual

willvoid yourwarrantyas to any resultingdamage.

Normalwearpartsarewarrantedto befree fromdefectsinmaterialand

workmanshipfor a periodof thirty (30)daysfromthe dateof purchase.

Normalwearpartsinclude,butare notlimitedto itemssuchas: batter-

ies,belts,blades,bladeadapters,grassbags,riderdeckwheels,seats,

snowthrowerskidshoes,shaveplates,augerspiralrubberandtires.

HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available,WITH

PROOFOF PURCHASE, through your local authorized service

dealer. To locate the dealer in your area, check your Yellow Pages,

or contact MTD LLC at RO. Box 361131,Cleveland, Ohio 44136-

0019, or call 1-800-800-7310or 1-330-220-4683 or log on to our

Web site at www.mtdproducts.com.

Thislimitedwarrantydoesnot providecoverageinthe followingcases:

a. Theengineor componentpartsthereof.Theseitemsmaycarrya

separatemanufacturer'swarranty.Referto applicablemanufacturer's

warrantyfor termsandconditions.

b. Logsplitterpumps,valves,andcylindershavea separateoneyear

warranty.

c. Routinemaintenanceitemssuchas lubricants,filters,blade

sharpening,tune-ups,brakeadjustments,clutchadjustments,deck

adjustments,andnormaldeteriorationof the exteriorfinishdueto

useor exposure.

d. Servicecompletedby someoneotherthananauthorizedservice

dealer.

e. MTDdoesnot extendanywarrantyfor productssoldor exported

outsideof the UnitedStates,its possessionsandterritories,except

thosesoldthroughMTD'sauthorizedchannelsof exportdistribution.

f. ReplacementpartsthatarenotgenuineMTDparts.

g. Transportationchargesandservicecalls.

No impliedwarranty,includingany impliedwarranty of mer-

chantabilityof fitness for a particular purpose,applies after the

applicable periodof express written warranty above as to the

partsas identified.No otherexpresswarranty, whetherwrittenor

oral, except as mentioned above,givenby any personor entity,

includingadealeror retailer, withrespect to any product,shall

bindMTD.Duringthe periodof the warranty,the exclusiveremedy

is repairor replacementof the productas setforth above.

Theprovisionsas set forth inthis warrantyprovidethe soleand

exclusiveremedy arising from the sale.MTDshallnot be liable

for incidentalor consequentiallossor damage including,without

limitation, expensesincurredfor substituteor replacementlawn

careservicesor for rentalexpensesto temporarily replacea

warranted product.

Somestatesdo notallowthe exclusionor limitationof incidentalor

consequentialdamages,or limitationsonhowlongan impliedwarranty

lasts,sothe aboveexclusionsor limitationsmaynot applyto you.

In noeventshallrecoveryof any kindbegreaterthanthe amountof the

purchasepriceof the productsold.Alterationof safetyfeatures of

the productshallvoid this warranty. Youassumethe riskandliability

for loss,damage,or injuryto you andyourpropertyand/orto othersand

theirpropertyarisingout of the misuseor inabilityto usethe product.

Thislimitedwarrantyshallnot extendto anyoneotherthan theoriginal

purchaserorto the personfor whomitwas purchasedas a gift.

HOWSTATELAWRELATESTOTHIS WARRANTY:This limited

warrantygivesyou specificlegalrights,and youmayalsohaveother

rightswhichvaryfromstateto state.

IMPORTANT:OwnermustpresentOriginalProofof Purchaseto obtain

warrantycoverage.

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