Patriot Products 5F User's Manual
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1. UN 12 557455 2 M gt aa Ly S ELS CEN lt NN AL my Y i A TA MANUAL SE GF BF 10F CSV S WITH GASOLINE ENGINES py a 7 The New Performance Standard CONTENTS o Gd o o o e e SAFETY ASSEMBLY OPERATION HOW IT WORKS MAINTENANCE WHAT DO WITH THE STUFF NOW THAT LES ALL CHIPPED amp SHREDDED ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST TROUBLE SHOOTER page page 6 page 11 page 12 page 13 page 16 page 17 back cover Common and Expensive Mistakes Sure fire ways to shorten the life of your chipper shredder vac while incurring costly repairs along the way Neglecting the engine s need for fresh clean oil Not cleaning the engine recoil of debris or changing the air filter from time to time Over heating results burning out the engine e Chipping dead wood or lumber and not sharpening the knives more often Forcing branches down the chipper when the knives are dull and not self feeding e The occasional if accidental railroad spike brick 2 x 4 barbed wire and or gardening tool down the hatch routine ATTENTION WEAR GOGGLES AND STURDY SHOES WHEN USING THIS MACHINE HEARING PROTECTION IS ALSO ADVISED THIS AIN T O S ives LHE PATRIOT WARRANTY TIMES BESTSELLER x BUT _ NORTH AMERICA ONLY S For two years from the date of pur2. 4 325000852 4 325000615 ROTOR PLAIN w 1 BORE 5 HP OHV Y HAMMERS HAMMER SHAFT SPACER A short plain SPACER B short w hole ROLL PIN SLEEVE B SPACER C long w hole ROLL PIN SLEEVE C CHIPPER KNIFE 103009035 204009045 211009075 211009055 B 265001895 211009355 9C 265001905 10 810009015 11 303010232 11 303010235 CENTER PLATE 5 HP OHV CENTER PLATE 6 8 amp 10 HP 12 302010255 12 302010255 FAN HOUSING 5 HP OHV FAN HOUSING 6 8 amp 10 HP 13 612010275 LEG 5 6 8 amp 10 HP 400010365 CHIPPER CONE CASTING 500050515A SHREDDER HOPPER 1130103905A DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR 400050365A CHIPPER CONE 114050345 HOPPER GUARD 700060405 COLLECTION BAG 24 x 36 20 709040000 20 709040005 20 709040010 10 WHEEL 5 HP 12 WHEEL 6 amp 8 HP SEMI PNEUMATIC TIRE 10 HP 708000005 706520005 705520005 718520005 705720005 BEARING 1 BORE amp LOCK COLLAR HEX HEAD CAP SCREW 5 16 24 x 3 4 HEX HEAD CAP SCREW 5 16 18 x 3 4 BUTTON HEAD SOCKET CAP SCREW 5 16 18 x 1 2 FLAT HEAD SOCKET CAP SCREW 5 16 24 x 5 8 HEX HEAD CAP SCREW 3 8 24 x 4 1 2 LOCK WASHER 3 8 SPLIT RING LOCK WASHER 5 16 SPLIT RING SERRATED FLANGE NUT 5 16 18 HEX HEAD REVERSIBLE LOCK NUT 1 4 20 706850005 715520005 716620005 705620005 705320005 7073200051 ROTOR PLAIN w 1 6 8 amp 10 HP HEX HEAD CAP SCREW 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 1 1 PO FA OD 2 7
3. 4 1 1 4 3 2 8 Illus Order Description 32 707720005 33 710620005 1 4 FLATWASHER 34 700020005 TRUSS HEAD SELF TAPPING SCREW 14 x 5 8 35 717520005 HEAD CAP SCREW 5 16 18 x 3 1 4 36 710220005 LYNCH PIN 37 703200005 38 703100005 39A 802022135 39B 702020005 40 709920005 41 800070435 42 800070445 43 800070450 44 800070455 ROLL PIN 3 16 x 3 4 KEY 1 4 SQUARE x 1 7 8 FLANGETTE INNER FLANGETTE OUTER PUSH NUT 5 8 DANGER DECAL CAUTION DECAL OPEI CERTIFICATION DECAL SERIAL NUMBER TAG CALL FACTORY 45 800070832 45 800070835 45 800070845 1 2 SIZE LIMIT DECAL 5 HP 3 4 SIZE LIMIT DECAL 6 amp 8 HP 1 SIZE LIMIT DECAL 10 HP Convenient kits also available 1990050045 VACUUM KIT see page 8 325000825 ROTOR ASSEMBLED w HAMMERS 5 HP 325000615 ROTOR ASSEMBLED w HAMMERS 6 8 amp 10 HP 991200005 BEARING KIT w LOCK 993090035 Y HAMMER KIT w shafts hardware 990000015 CHIPPER KNIFE KIT w hardware 990040395 DEFLECTOR KIT 990000455 HOPPERS HARDWARE KIT 990000005 HARDWARE KIT complete 990060005 WHEELS KIT 6 amp 8 HP 990060010 SEMI PNEUMATIC WHEEL KIT 10 HP 703050005 ALLEN WRENCH 3 16 719050005 ALLEN WRENCH 5 32 920000005B ASSEMBLY HARDWARE for assembly out of the box 700000005 SAFETY GOGGLES 990070005 WARNING CAUTION DECALS KIT 800070425F FORESTER BRAND DECAL 7090800610 HEAVY DUTY ROTOR DECAL 10 HP 800070005
4. Yardening by Jeff and Liz Ball MacMillan page 16 WHAT TODO WITH THE STUFF NOW THAT TES ALL CHIPPED amp SHREDDED The chips shreds and mulch you make are valuable organic materials for your lawn and garden Put them to good and immediate use even if you are not an avid green thumb er Landscape amp Garden Use the reduced materials to make a garden path and to edge saplings or shrubs An inch or so holds in moisture moderates temperatures and erosion and reduces weed and turf growth They also protect exposed root systems and tender bulbs from unpredictable elements Composting Whole books have been written on the subject A good compost pile will not contrary to popular opinion smell like a landfill and attract critters One rule of thumb for a proper pile is Equal weights of green and brown help to break the microbes down Note well the word weights as opposed to parts Your basic compost pile is a three layer salad that is 4 x 4 x 4 Simply put it in a pile or dig a pit or a trench Some fancy containers speed things along and look nicer Things you can t use Animal wastes bones and meat scraps BROWN 3 5 Some old leaves or twiggy brush on the bottom helps air enter the pile GREEN 3 5 Leafy non woody stuff Include grass clippings and kitchen scraps But no meat fat or dairy products SOIL OR COMPOST STARTER 1 This layer of micro organisms does the
5. Detail of the outboard bearing assembly The bearing is sealed and does not need lubrication TROUBLESHOOTER CAUTION BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO REMEDY PROBLEMS WITH YOUR CHIPPER SHREDDER VAC TURN THE ENGINE OFF WAIT FOR THE ROTOR TO STOP TURNING AND DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE FAILURE TO DO SO CONSTITUTES NEGLIGENT BEHAVIOR AND MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE AND SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY PROBLEM Engine won t start Grinds smokes stalls Unusual vibration rubbing noises Debris does not chip easily Clogs while shredding not vacuuming well Chronic clogging vibration rattling NOTES SERVICE HISTORY Check fuel oil choke and spark plug wire O Old gas dirty oil or air filter bad plug Sticky debris lodged on rotor O Chipper knife is loose Damaged knives hammers or rotor Throttle speed too low Engine problem Dull or damaged knives Wood is dead old takes more effort Feeding rate too fast for discharge rate Debris may be too bulky or wet Hammers worn broken O Debris stuck in grinder housing Engine not up to par O Internal damage or failure to rotor REMEDY That was easy enough Drain or run out old gas Change oil and filter Replace spark plug Clear debris out of discharge area Check fasteners and knives for damage Re secure and or repair Check the rotor for balance by watching it turn while slowly pulling t
6. bolts hook bag on handle close zipper Remove any objects from chipper cone MAINTENANCE Servicing the Hammers amp Sharpening the Knives 1 Shut off the engine let the rotor stop disconnect the spark plug wire Remove the chipping cone assembly at its base with a 1 2 wrench To service the knives go directly to Step 8 on page 15 2 Disassemble the discharge deflector and the bag retaining bolt underneath the discharge chute using two 1 2 wrenches WARNING THE POWER MUST BE OFF THE ROTOR FULLY STOPPED AND THE SPARK PLUG WIRE DISCONNECTED FROM THE SPARK PLUG BEFORE ANY SERVICE OR MAIN TENANCE IS PERFORMED OTHER WISE RESULT PERSONAL INJURY Batten Down the Hardware the serrated fasteners roll pins and lockwashers have special locking qualities when they re new Whenever removing one for any rea son use a new one in its place Inspect and tighten loose fasteners before each use Deflector Shields Hopper Guards amp You The deflector shield covering the dis charge chute and the flexible hopper guard inside the shredder hopper are designed to last a long long time However should either the guard or the deflector somehow become dam aged you must shut down the unit and fix or replace them before contin uing any further CAUTION TURN OFF THE ENGINE WAIT FOR THE ROTOR TO STOP TURNING AND DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE BEFORE ATTEMPT ING TO S
7. dirty work If you re so inclined a handful of granular fertilizer jump starts it feeding the organisms Wet the pile as needed to keep the center the consistency of a damp sponge Continue to add layers until it is up to four feet high and deep Turn the pile once a week or so with a shovel or pitch fork Turning and wetting the pile is what the pros call fast or hot composting with temperatures inside the pile reaching 160 How Long Until Soup s On Depending on how well it is tended in two to four weeks the compost is ready for use in your garden Better still you can t spoil the recipe If offending odors emerge it may be due to too much moisture green materials or critter droppings Mix in more brown turn the pile often or cover it with plastic to keep it dry page 17 9 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST The Illus refers to the numbered parts in the illustrations Use the Order and the Description when order ing Qty refers to the total number of each part the machine is built with Items without an Illustration are available but not shown in the drawings Illus Order Description 825150005H 825150006H 5 HP OHV TECUMSEH 1 SHAFT 6 HP OHV TECUMSEH 1 SHAFT 8 HP TECUMSEH 1 SHAFT 10 HP TECUMSEH 1 SHAFT 825150008 825150010 2 301010195 2 300010580 ENGINE MOUNT AXLE 5 6 8 HP ENGINE MOUNT AXLE 10 HP 3 302010215 GRINDER HOUSING 5 6 8 amp 10 HP
8. oil Before putting hands face fingers probes etc near moving parts Before children pets or bystanders come near E UE AD Your Responsibilities Know how to stop the engine quickly A Show others who will use this product how to use it safely Allowing anyone especially children to use this equipment without instruction may cause serious injury Please remember that this is a tool not a toy A Wear long pants protective footwear and safety goggles Hearing protection is advised You may suffer injury if you work barefooted or wear only sandals A Keep alert while operating this equipment Operator and Property Hazards Check all fasteners for tightness before each use Keep the engine s air intake on top clear of debris and leaves Do not move the machine while the engine is running or the rotor is turning A Keep all guards deflectors and warning labels in place Replace them should they become cracked broken or unreadable A Keep your face hands body and clothing out of the hoppers bag and discharge areas Stay clear of moving parts and hot mufflers Do not wear loose fitting clothing or hanging jewelry Thrown Object Hazards Clear the chipper and shredder hoppers before trying to start the engine A The collection bag must be installed by the operator before each use Do not start the engine until the bag is attached over the discharge chute A Do not use near pets parked cars or bystanders A Inspect y
9. your warranty card in the t mail so we can send you news and updates Work safely and enjoy THE PATRIOT COMPANY THESE BLACK TRIANGLES CALL YOUR ATTENTION TO IMPORTANT SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND OR PERSONAL INJURY MAY RESULT IF THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT HEEDED BY ALL OPERATORS WARNING NEVER PUT YOUR HANDS FACE CLOTHING INTO THE CHIP PER CONE OR OTHER INLETS WHEN THE ROTOR INSIDE IS STILL TURNING KEEP YOUR FINGERS AND FACE OUT OF THE INLETS OUTLETS AND EXHAUSTS WHEN THE ROTOR IS TURNING OR ENGINE IS RUNNING SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY MAY RESULT FORESTER CSV Owner s amp Operator s Manual 80007 172 5F 1996 The Patriot Company All rights reserved Illustrations by Robert Schwengel Patriot FORESTER Chipper Shredder Vac is a trademark of The Patriot Company registered in USA CUSTOMER SERVICE HOTLINE 1 800 198 CHIP OUTSIDE THE U S CALL 1 414 259 8997 8 00 am 5 00 pm Central Standard Time MONDAY FRIDAY EXCEPT MAJOR HOLIDAYS FAX 1 414 259 9612 What About Engine or Starting Problems The engine manufacturer warranties the engine separately If you experience difficulties with your engine see your telephone book for the engine manufacturer s nearest service center How Do I File a Claim If you believe any Patriot product or part is defective within a two 2 year period from the date of purchase conta
10. ERVICE THE HAMMERS KNIVES FAILURE TO SHUT DOWN PROPERLY CONSTITUTES NEGLIGENT BEHAVIOR AND MAY RESULT IN PER SONAL INJURY THE VACUUM OPTIONAL WORKS BEST WHEN YOU LET THE NOZZLE HOVER OVER THE WASTE CAUTION FOR YOUR SAFETY AND TO MEET NATIONAL SAFETY STANDARDS THE DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR AND HOPPER GUARD MUST BE MAINTAINED IN GOOD CON DITION SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY MAY OCCUR IF THE SHIELD OR DEFLECTOR ARE NOT INTACT IT IS THE OPERATOR S RESPONSIBILITY TO MAINTAIN THESE SAFETY DEVICES CAUTION THE ROTOR WILL COAST EVEN AFTER THE ENGINE IS OFF MAKE SURE THIS ASSEMBLY IS FULLY STOPPED AND DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE BEFORE ANY MAINTENANCE OR SERVICE IS PER FORMED IF THE ROTOR IS STILL TURNING IT MAY CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY SET SCREW LOCK COLLAR page 14 3 Loosen the lock collar by unscrewing and removing the set screw with an 1 8 Allen wrench Insert a pin punch and tap at an angle with a ball peen hammer turning the collar clockwise until you can remove it Before reassembling the collar use sand paper to smooth the burr where the set screw enters the hub Be sure the collar mounts flush with the out side of the rotor bearing shaft 4 Remove the flange nuts from around the perimeter of the fan housing Next loosen but do not remove the three flange nuts holding the triangu lar flangettes over the bearing Pull apart the housings then take off t
11. F FORESTER OPERATOR S MANUAL GAS MODELS 800070595F FORESTER WARRANTY CARD CALL 1 800 798 2447 Oty BUTTON HEAD CAP SCREW 1 4 20 x 3 4 8 8 po BR 1 7 97 page 16 CAUTION THE ROTOR WILL COAST REAR VIEW AFTER THE ENGINE The circled numbers here refer to the IS OFE MAKE SURE THE ROTOR numbers in the first column of the parts IS FULLY STOPPED AND DISCONNECT list THE SPARK PLUG WIRE BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY MAINTENANCE OR SERVICE IF THE ROTOR IS STILL TURNING IT MAY CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY Several patents approved or pending page 19 FRONT VIEW CAUTION THE ROTOR WILL COAST The circled numbers here refer to EVEN AFTER THE ENGINE the first column of numbers in the 94 IS MAKE SURE THE ROTOR parts list IS FULLY STOPPED AND DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY MAINTENANCE OR SERVICE IF THE ROTOR IS STILL TURNING IT MAY CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY washers 33 32 washers screws Several patents approved or pending CAUTION THE ROTOR WILL COAST EWEN AFTER THE ENGINE IS OFF MAKE SURE THE ROTOR STOPS TURNING THEN DIS CONNECT THE PLUG WIRE FROM THE ENGINE BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY MAINTENANCE OR CLEAN OUT IF THE n 0 T 0 n IS STILL TURNING IT MAY CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY page 20 Bt Ns outside NS 32 Screws inside bearing
12. NING DO NOT OPERATE THIS CHUTE EQUIPMENT UNTIL IT IS COM PLETELY ASSEMBLED AND SER VICED AND YOU HAVE SPARK PLUE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS CHIPPER CONE WIRE MANUAL FILL OUT SIGN AND tn IR N SSN D T INLET uM gt W g a 4 AIR INTAKE Keep clean RETURN YOUR WARRANTY CARD AND SATISFACTION SURVEY AFTER YOUR INITIAL USE OF THE PROD UCT WARNING NEVER PUT YOUR HANDS FACE OR CLOTHING INTO ANY HOP PER CONE OR CHUTE WHEN THE ROTOR IS TURNING NEVER PUT YOUR FINGERS OR FACE INTO THE CHUTE OR BEYOND THE HOPPER GUARDS WHEN THE ROTOR IS TURN ING ALWAYS HAVE THE BAG Sors poesi OUTBOARD BEAR ATTACHED BEFORE STARTING SERI hefore each use ING 0US PERSONAL INJURY No lubrication RESULT needed y lt gt MODEL 10F CSV Bx SHOWN HERE MUT di DISCHARGE AREA Stay clear during bm V 7 Operation MINIS ATTACH THE LWA The area VL BAG BEFORE marked by the Os STARTING dotted line is the SONNO V AFE NN N NWN WY Q PERATING ARE N N N B EN pe Fire and Burn Hazards Gasoline is very flammable The vapor can explode Use extreme care when handling gasoline KEEP FUEL AWAY FROM CHILDREN Use a proper fuel container for your gasoline Do not remove the gas cap until you have shut down the chipper shredder vac Re fuel the engine out of doors and only after the engi
13. Other Maintenance Regular maintenance must also include the engine Add oil as it is needed and change the oil regularly Your engine manual has information about the kind of oil to use how much to use and how to add or drain the oil It s hard to say exactly when you should sharpen the knives or replace the shredding hammers Chipping branches and prunings while they are green and fresh keeps the knives wet and cool They stay sharp longer Dead dry wood and dirty gravelly garden waste for that matter dulls chipping knives Generally speaking when the knives do not pull branches down the chipper with relative ease it is time to sharpen them The hammers can be checked after you have shut down If the edges are smooth weathered or bent reverse or replace them page 7 Message to Parents Poor judgement when using this equipment may result in damage and serious personal injuries Help prevent accidents by making thoughtful decisions about if when and how older children will operate this equipment Age is not the only factor 1 Size strength and coordina tion Each is required to start push pull and turn the equipment safely 2 Maturity and responsibility Does the young person think through problems and use good judgement 3 Supervision Make time to talk through the manual and walk through the operation of the machine Supervise the operation of the machine the first few times Do all re fueling
14. The kit is sold separately instructions are provided here and with the kit for your convenience FIRST Insert two 1 25 20 carriage bolts from inside the nozzle and through the holes in the handle Fasten with the two 1 4 20 serrated flange nuts provided using a 7 16 wrench SECOND Push one end of the hose firmly into the nozzle The nozzle has what is called a regressive fit Turn the nozzle a few times to adjust the angle of the nozzle THIRD Thread the other end of the hose into the adap tor about three inches You may need to tug it through from the other side FOURTH When you want to use the vac snap the adaptor into the hopper before you turn on the engine The adaptor only fits with the DANGER decal on your right as you stand behind the machine FIFTH amp LAST the cone cover over the cone This seals off all air flow for maximum vacuuming power Patented design featured in this step page 11 OPERATION Safe Operating Conditions Avoid wet slippery terrains or areas congested with people and traffic Avoid using the machine on driveways sidewalks gravel and other hard areas The force of the air might make debris bounce up and hit cars you or bystanders Wear goggles and other protective clothing Chipping CHIPPER HP CAPACITY TYPE OF DISCHARGE Hard or soft branches 5 6 8 10 3 dia Coin sized chips prunings corn stalks drier viney materials palm f
15. and maintenance yourself Put safety first Take time to instruct the young person Even as they gain confidence and a sense of accomplishment with the machine continue to monitor their work Long Term Storage Store the chipper shredder vac out of reach of children and where gasoline vapors will not find an open flame or spark For extended storage periods such as over the winter months add a fuel stabilizer and let the engine run briefly to allow the stabilizer to mix with the fuel and get into the carbora tor and fuellines Let the engine to cool before storing Change the oil and add fresh fuel to return the unit to active duty WARNING DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT UNTIL 1 IT IS COM PLETELY ASSEMBLED AND SER VICED AND 2 YOU READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL SAFETY The Shut Down Procedure Before assembling using servicing or otherwise operating your chipper shredder vac protect everyone s safety by knowing how and when to use the Shut Down Procedure HOW TO SHUT DOWN 1 Turn off the engine Do not touch hot engine parts or exhaust 2 Wait until the rotor has stopped turning 3 Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug WHEN TO SHUT DOWN Before attaching unzipping or detaching the collection bag Before clearing debris from any inlet or outlet in the event of a clog Before removing debris from inside the chipper cone or shredder hopper Before refueling the gas tank or adding
16. ard waste before processing Make sure it is free of rocks glass metal and other non organic objects A Work in daylight so you can see objects hazards and bystanders HEX HEAD CAP SCREW 16 18 x 3 25 The bag retaining bolt used in Step 3 St SERRATED FLANGE NUT Side and top views The serrations on the bottom bite into the steel for better staying power page 8 ASSEMBLY STEP 1 Put the leg into its holder Insert the lynch pin and clip the U shaped clasp over the front of the leg onto the end of the pin STEP 2 Insert the base of the chipper casting bottom first into the oval hole Use your 1 2 wrench to tighten three serrated flange nuts 5 16 18 on the exposed studs Do not over tighten these nuts Do not file or grind any part of the chipper cone base STEP 3 Thread one flange nut onto the 3 1 4 long bolt with the serrated side facing away from the head of the bolt Insert the end of the screw through the hole under the discharge chute Screw on the remaining nut serrated side facing in this time Tighten with one 1 2 wrenches Use two wrenches if the bolt won t go in easily STEP 4 SEE YOUR ENGINE MANUAL FOR PROPER OIL LEVELS Oil and gas are poured into different parts of the engine Do not mix the oil and the gas Also use only straight 30W oil not 10W 30 or other car oil Only straight 30W grade oil is thick enough for use with this 4 cycle eng
17. chase The Patriot Company will Rest assured This Patriot lt repair or replace at its option free of charge to the original owner Chipper Shredder Vac is the T any parts found to be defective due to materials or workmanship most versatile leaf clean up This warranty applies to products sold and kept in North machine around And it is more America that are operated and maintained as described in this efficient and aggressive than m Owner s amp Operator s Manual Please note that the engine is products twice its weight costing aS warranted separately by the engine manufacturer Patriot does not much more 6 warranty the engine However before you The misuse abuse commercial use beyond 90 days from the get started read all the instruc x date of purchase neglect accident or improper maintenance of this tions in this manual to work effi 3 machine voids this warranty The warranty does not cover parts that ciently and safely need to be replaced due to normal wear and tear For your own satisfaction and gt The Patriot Company shall not be liable for any damages or injuries well being take time now to a arising from our products defective or otherwise The Patriot Warranty study this publication and make amp X gives you specific legal rights You may have other rights which vary from it available for anyone else who GJ state to state Eff 1 96 might use this machine Then THIS WARRANTY IS TRANSFERABLE drop
18. ct your place of purchase They will file your claim or they will direct you to a qualified Patriot Authorized Service Center You will be asked to produce a dated receipt for the prod uct if it was not registered with the factory If the product or part is determined to be defective by a Patriot Authorized Service Center we will repair or replace it at our discretion at no expense to you or the service center If the product or part is damaged due to negligence abuse of the prod uct s purpose or improper maintenance the warranty is void How Long Will It Take Warranty repairs may take a few minutes or a few days It depends on the nature of the problem We believe it is in everyone s best interest to provide service as quickly and efficiently as possible However during peak seasons a service center may need a week or more to schedule and perform repairs What About Professional or Commercial Use A Patriot employed in any commercial endeavor rental stores landscaping businesses farming etc is warranted for 90 days from the date of purchase under the terms and conditions described above page 5 KEY FEATURES Patriot FORESTER Chipper Shredder Vac CAUTION OPERATE YOUR GAS ENGINE OUTDOORS IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA KEEP CHILDREN AND PETS AWAY FROM THIS POWER EQUIP HOPPER GUARDS MENT SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH SHREDDER Do not reach beyond RESULT HOPPER the guartis DISCHARGE WAR
19. f not servicing the knives reassemble your unit by following 1 through 6 in reverse order 8 With the chipper cone and base removed slowly turn the rotor clock wise with a probe until a chipper knife appears in the hole First scrape out any pulp embedded in the heads of the screws Loosen the screws using the 3 16 Allen wrench provided with your unit Unscrew them by hand and remove the knife Rotate the rotor slowly and remove the second knife in this same way Sharpen the knives evenly at 30 angles A homeowner s bench grinder with a fine grit stone will do but because the knives are specially treated too much heat will make them brittle Grind only a little bit at a time and allow them to cool Slow speed water cooled grinding is preferred For best results see your local machine shop specialist Knives must be replaced once the bases of their cutting edges are ground within 1 8 of the mounting holes Reassemble your chipper shredder vac by following these instructions in reverse CORRECT STAGGERING OF HAM MERS SHOWN HERE Removing a knife without disassembling the housings Sharpen the chip ping knives when they lose their self feeding action Minimum distance 1 8 Bitten by the Bug The Rodale Book of Composting by the editors of Rodale Press The Mulch Book by Stu Campbell Storey Publishing Worms Eat My Garbage by Mary Apelhof Flower
20. he flangettes and remove the entire fan housing Position it underneath the unit as seen in the next drawing 5 Note how the fan housing has been placed underneath Put a rag there too to avoid scratching the housing Use a 9 16 wrench to remove the 3 8 bolt from the center of the rotor shaft When reassembling use a torque wrench to tighten this bolt to 45 ft Ibs 6 Pull the rotor from the crankshaft by turning the rotor back and forth There may be some resistance Pull it off steadily making sure that the hammers clear the inner wall of the center plate When reassembling coat the exposed engine shaft and key with a liquid graphite or slip plate type compound page 15 7 Service one hammer assembly at a time Use a ball peen hammer and pin punch to remove the roll pins from each spacer and shaft as shown Discard the roll pins Use new pins during reassembly Pull the shaft out of the rotor catching the spacers and hammers with your free hand Inspect the shafts and spacers for unusual wear Replace them if nec essary Reverse each worn hammer or replace them as need be Note how the Y hammers are positioned in relation to one another Shafts with two hammers must be reassembled so that the bent prongs face inward and towards one another the single hammers face their prongs in oppo site outward directions Secure the spacers with new roll pins using your ball peen hammer and punch pin I
21. he cord If it wobbles see a Patriot service center immediately Run at maximum throttle O Sharpen or replace immediately O Alternate with green waste to keep knives cool and sharp O Feed thicker waste at a slower rate Feed more slowly Add dry stuff O Replace the hammers Shut down Unclog or run water down the shredder Contact an engine service center Contact a Patriot service center
22. ine page 9 STEP 5 Attach the bag over the entire deflec tor shield assembly and the retaining bolt you installed in STEP 3 Pinch the plastic barrel clamp and pull down sharply until the bag is tightly attached The bag must be put on before each use of your chipper shredder vac WARNINGS ESPECIALLY FOR CALIFORNIA OWNERS AND OPERATORS CAUTION This engine may not be equipped with a spark arrester If it is to he used on any forest covered hrush covered or grass covered unimproved land a spark arrester would have to be added to the muffler before using the engine on such land The arrester must be maintained in effective working order by the operator This is required by law in certain states Federal laws apply on federal lands Contact your authorized engine service center in your telephone hook for spark arrester muffler options Now check all the fasteners They may have loosened during shipping Tighten anything that s loose It s a good idea to check the fasteners for tight ness before every use Don t Have a Seizure Bolt it together add some gas and start chippin and the engine will seize and jerk to a dead stop in minutes Call the engine manufacturer and the first question will be Was there oil in the engine before you ran it Because unless you put it there there wasn t Failure to fully prep the engine is the single most common mistake you KEEP A WIDE STANGE can make with power equi
23. ming The four blade vacuum draws air into the housings through the shredder hop per and chipper cone To take full advantage of this air flow system the optional vacuum kit snaps into the hopper for a 15 reach around the machine page 13 Fixing Clogs Stalls amp Jams Stalls jams and plug ups most often occur when the machine is overloaded When vacuuming walk slowly over heavy leaf coverage When chipping insert and retract thick branches so that the rotor maintains a constant speed Do not put prunings down the shredder that exceed the diameter or length capacities of the model you own see page 11 If the chipper shredder vac clogs and stops try the following Set throttle to STOP Pull off the spark plug wire Check fuel supply Did it run out of gas Put on some gloves to avoid sharp edges when digging out the inlets Remove collection bag clean out discharge inlet Clear out chipper cone and shredder hopper Gently pull the starter cord If the rotor inside is turning freely re attach the spark plug wire bag and re start the engine 6 Ifthe jam is more serious remove the chipper cone Then use a heavy stick or probe to insert into discharge inlet and push back against the fan blades on the rotor This will force clogged debris out the front oval opening and the discharge inlet Repeat until clear et e c9 pa Es Ready to Go Check oil and gas levels attach spark plug wire Attach bagger blower chute T
24. ne has cooled down Use a gasoline funnel Do not operate or store the chipper shredder vac or the gasoline near open flames or other heat sources A Avoid touching a hot engine and exhaust system Allow the engine to cool before refueling transporting or storing the chipper shredder vac A Refuel in a well ventilated area with the engine shut off and the rotor fully stopped Keep flames sparks and smoking materials away Avoid spilling or over filling the tank Tighten the gas cap after re fueling Allow spilled fuel to dry before re starting the engine A Store the chipper shredder vac on a level surface in a well ventilated area away from appliances like water heaters and clothes drier Grass and dry leaves are also flammable Empty the bag when you are finished even if it is not full Stored shreds and clippings are a fire hazard A Grass and dry leaves are flammable Empty the bag before storage even if it is not full Stored shreds and clippings are a fire hazard Carbon Monoxide Hazards Exhaust from the engine contains poisonous carbon monoxide It is colorless odorless and can be lethal Breathing the exhaust can cause loss of conscious ness possibly leading to death A Do not operate any gas engine in an enclosed area Use outdoors only A Carbon monoxide is a poison known to cause cancer and birth defects Mechanical Hazards If unusual vibration or noise occurs shut down the chipper shredder vac Continuing t
25. ng it often is a good habit If it overfills debris may back up into the discharge chute and stall the engine just like lawn mower does when it s bag gets too full Great will be the temptation but do not begin to remove the bag until the engine is shut off and the rotor has stopped Chipping Waste fed down the chipper cone produces uniform coin sized chips Two sharp knives mounted on the rotor pass by the cone s solid base at more than 3750 RPM slicing the end of the branch into little chips The angle of the knives draws branches in as they are cut Eventually the knives become dull They must be removed and re sharpened Replace the knives when their cutting surface nears one eighth inch from the knives mounting holes Shredding The shredder uses six Y shaped hammers and the built in vacuum to pull waste into the grinder housing The shredding hammers attached to the rotor grab onto thicker debris Material is ground and shredded until it is small enough to be pulled into the fan chamber and discharged into the bag The rotor spins clockwise as you stand behind the machine The hammers swing freely on shafts a full 360 If material is too heavy to shred on the first strike they swing out of the way The Y forks do the shredding and pulling Technically speaking green debris is said to be shredded drier leafier debris is ground Hammers eventually wear down and can be replaced or simply reversed Vacuu
26. o run the machine when it may be damaged may cause serious property damage and personal injury Replace or repair parts as needed and check fasteners for tightness before resuming work If there are still problems take it to a service shop A Don t tamper with the engine speed governors They prevent rotating parts from over speeding and causing damage or injury Seek an authorized service mechanic should engine problems arise A Do not put your hands or any other part of your body or clothing inside the cone shredder hopper or into any inlet or outlet to moving parts A Do not attempt even a minor clean out of the cone hopper bag or engine service while the rotor is turning A Empty the collection bag when it is almost full to prevent clogging and poor performance page 6 ANS 71 6 1990 SAFETY STANDARD Te Safety amp Maintenance This chipper shredder vac is built to meet or beat the very latest safety standards established by the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute and the American National Standards Institute Part of this certification requires that safety labels meet certain standards They must be replaced when they become worn out It is your responsibility to replace the labels if they become hard to read Safety certification also requires that all guards and deflectors be kept in place and in good condition Again it is the operator s job to repair or replace guards and deflec tors when necessary
27. pment Young old weekend warrior or seasoned AND power jockey it can happen to anyone Slipping in a quart after the damage GENTLY PUSH AND is done doesn t cover the tell tale tracks either FOLD BUSHY DEBRIS So read the engine manual follow the instructions and hope you never INTO THE CONE join the Seizure Club The good news is people rarely join twice Also it is important to keep the recoil area where the pull cord is located clean of leaves and debris Change the air filter regularly too If either of these two intakes become too dusty and dirty the engine overheats and may seize up Engine Controls Be careful before touching the muffler or other metal engine parts Even if the machine has been running just a few moments the engine and exhaust can get hot enough to cause a serious burn THE RABBIT Low or Idle When you are not shredding or chipping move the throttle to a lower speed Fast When chipping shredding or using the va hose option move the throttle to its highest speed THE STOP SIGN Move the throttle to OFF to cut power to the chipper shredder vac Notice we do not say to stop the chipper shredder vac Inerti causes the rotor to coast even after the power is shut off Don t mess with a moving rotor page 10 15 ft Vac Kit Assembly Optional The optional vacuum kit 15 feet long and 4 in diameter is used to vacuum and grind leaves pine straw and other loose organic waste
28. ronds CHIPPING TIPS Rotate insert and retract thicker branches so that the engine runs at a steady rate Allow the rotor to recover and discharge the chips e Skinny prunings may be bundled and inserted together Green materials chip easier and the knives keep their edges longer e Resharpen or replace the chipper knives when you notice that they do not self feed very well Forcing debris into dull knives causes vibration and will eventually damage or destroy the rotor e Shut down and empty the bag before it fills up and stalls the rotor Shredding SHREDDER HP CAPACITY TYPE OF DISCHARGE Leaves pine straw 5 1 2 dia x 24 Fine mulch greens to small plants flowers 6 amp 8 3 4 dia x36 longer fingerling shreds bulbs light prunings 10 1 dia x 36 as above SHREDDING TIPS e Aim the waste butt first down the right side of the shredder hopper as you stand behind it Use an open handed technique loosely grasping the waste to throw it in Do not hold onto it Pour rather than dump leafy waste into the shredder hopper e Chase waste stuck in the throat with a shreddable pruning Or use the end of 3 thick branch to stir clumps until the rotor pulls them in Vines are best fed down the chipper followed by a thick branch e Green debris exceeding the length limitations may wrap around the rotor and seriously plug up or damage the machine Chip them e Materials that are too
29. thick may stall the machine and possibly damage the hammers rotor housings or hopper Use the chipper CAUTION ENGINE OPERATE YOUR GAS OUTDOORS IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA KEEP CHILDREN AND PETS AWAY FROM ANY OPERATING POWER EQUIPMENT POUR RATHER THAN DUMP LOOSE WASTE INTO THE SHREDDER HOPPER QUICK FEED PRUN INGS DOWN THE LEFT SIDE OF THE SHREDDER WITH LOOSE OPEN GRIP CAUTION DO NOT LET GO OF BULKY WASTE AND LET IT BOUNCE AROUND IN THE HOPPERS IT DAMAGE THE MACHINE OR BE EJECTED TOWARD THE OPERATOR BYSTANDERS AND CAUSE INJURY page 12 Vacuuming VACUUM 15 kit optional HP CAPACITY TYPE OF DISCHARGE Dry to wet leaves 5 6 8 amp 10 Loose waste Fine mulch leaves pine straw sawdust some fingerling shreds erass clippings VACUUMING TIPS e Keep the hose straight or slightly curved along the ground e Allow nozzle to hover over the waste rather than sticking it into the pile e If the vacuum loses power there may be a clog in the nozzle or in the throat of the shredder hopper Lift the hose over your head and shake it You may need to shut down unplug the adaptor and unclog the shredder s throat e Don t let the hose come in contact with the muffler The muffler can get hot enough to melt it HOW IT WORKS Direct Bagging The chipper shredder vac must be operated with the bag in place The bag holds over two bushels but emptyi
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