Patriot Products 10F-CSV User's Manual
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1. CAUTION TURN OFF THE ENGINE WAIT FOR THE ROTOR TO STOP TURNING AND DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE BEFORE ATTEMPT ING TO SERVICE THE HAMMERS OR KNIVES FAILURE TO SHUT DOWN PROPERLY CONSTITUTES NEGLIGENT BEHAVIOR AND MAY RESULT IN PER SONAL INJURY page 14 THE VACUUM OPTIONAL WORKS BEST WHEN YOU T THE NOZZLE HOVER OVER THE WASTE A 4 d 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 PERFORMED IF THE ROTOR IS STILL TURNING IT MAY CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY 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 housi2. THIS AIN T EXACTLY A NEW YORK TiMES BESTSELLER BUT Rest assured This Patriot Chipper Shredder Vac M is the most versatile leaf clean up machine around And it is more efficient and aggressive than products twice its weight costing much more However before you get started read all the instruc tions in this manual to work effi ciently and safely For your own satisfaction and well being take time now to study this publication and make it available for anyone else who might use this machine Then drop your warranty card in the mail so we can send you news and updates Work safely and enjoy PATRIOT PRODUCTS INC 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 NORTH AMERICA ONLY HOMEOWNERS ONLY a THE PATRIOT WARRANTY gg For three years from the date of purchase Patriot Products Inc will repair or replace at its option free of charge to the original owner any parts found to be defective due to materials or workmanship This warranty applies to products sold and kept in North America that are operated and maintained as described in this Owner s amp Operator s Manual Please note that the engine is warranted separately by the engine manufacturer Patriot does not warranty the engine The misuse abuse com
3. 8 Shut down Unclog or run water down the shredder Chronic clogging vibration rattling NOTES SERVICE HISTORY O Engine not up to par O Internal damage or failure to rotor Contact an engine service center O Contact a Patriot service center
4. Illus Component Item Description Qty Illus Component Item Description Qty 1 825150090 HONDA 9 HP GX270 ENGINE 1 34 700020005 TRUSS HEAD SELF TAPPING 1 825150010XL 10 XL C TECUMSEH 1 SHAFT 1 SCREW 14 x 5 8 35 717520005 HEX HEAD CAP SCREW 2 300010690 ENGINE MOUNT HONDA IG 1 5 16 18 x 3 1 4 2 300000580 PRO ENGINE MOUNT AXLE 1 710220005 LYNCH PIN 703200005 ROLL PIN 3 16 x 3 4 3 302010215 GRINDER HOUSING Call Factory 1 703100005 KEY 1 4 SQUARE x 1 7 8 802022135 FLANGETTE INNER 4 325002085 ROTOR TRI PLATE 1 BORE 1 702000005 FLANGETTE OUTER 103009035 Y HAMMERS 6 40 709920005 PUSH NUT 5 8 2 204009045 HAMMER SHAFT 4 41 800070435 DANGER DECAL 3 211009075 SPACER A short plain 2 42 800070445 CAUTION DECAL 1 211009055 SPACER B short w hole 2 43 800070450 OPEI CERTIFICATION DECAL 1 265001895 ROLL PIN SLEEVE B 2 44 800070455 SERIAL NUMBER TAG CALL FACTORY 1 211009355 SPACER C long w hole 2 265001905 ROLL PIN SLEEVE C 2 45 800070845 1 SIZE LIMIT DECAL 9 amp 10 HP 1 810009015 CHIPPER KNIFE 2 46 810051999 ENGINE SPACERS HONDA 9 HP 2 11 303010235 CENTER PLATE 1 12 302010255 FAN HOUSING 1 13 612010275 LEG 1 Convenient kits also available 400010365 CHIPPER CONE CASTING PAT CSWAC KIT VACUUM KIT see page 8 1 500050515 SHREDDER HOPPER BLACK 1130103905A DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR 500050375A CHIPPER CONE 114050345 HOPPER GUARD 700060405 COLLECTION BAG 24 x 36 993090035 Y HAMMER KIT w shafts hard
5. Keep flames sparks and smoking materials away A 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 itis 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 to 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
6. 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 Check fuel oil choke and spark plug wire O Old gas dirty oil or air filter bad plug REMEDY O That was easy enough O Drain or run out old gas Change oil and filter Replace spark plug Unusual vibration rubbing noises Debris does not chip easily O Sticky debris lodged on rotor Chipper knife is loose e Damaged knives hammers or rotor O Throttle speed too low Engine problem Dull or damaged knives Wood is dead old takes more effort O Feeding rate too fast for discharge rate O Clear debris out of discharge area O Check fasteners and knives for damage Re secure and or repair Check the rotor for balance by watching it turn while slowly pulling the cord If it wobbles see a Patriot service center immediately Run at maximum throttle Sharpen or replace immediately Alternate with green waste to keep knives cool and sharp Feed thicker waste at a slower rate Clogs while shredding not vacuuming well Debris may be too bulky or wet Hammers worn broken Debris stuck in grinder housing Feed more slowly Add dry stuff O Replace the hammers
7. 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 7 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 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 c
8. 5 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 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 adaptor 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 Snap the cone cover over the chipper cone This seals off all air flow for maximum vacuuming power Patented design featured in this step 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 Chi
9. CHARGE CHUTE WARNING DO NOT OPERATE THIS A EQUIPMENT UNTIL IT IS COMPLETE lY ASSEMBLED AND SERVICED AND YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND SPARK PLUG THIS MANUAL FILL OUT SIGN AND WIRE RETURN YOUR WARRANTY CARD AND SATISFACTION SURVEY AFTER YOUR INITIAL USE OF THE PRODUCT CHIPPER CONE INLET WARNING NEVER PUT YOUR HANDS FACE OR CLOTHING INTO ANY HOPPER 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 TURNING ALWAYS HAVE THE BAG ATTACHED BEFORE START AIR INTAKE Keep clean COLLECTION BAG OUTBOARD ING SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY MAY Must be attached BEARING RESULT hefore each use No lubrication needed MODEL 10F CSV SHOWN HERE DISCHARGE AREA Stay clear e during yy emeration GJ lt _ ATTACH THE x 7 BAG BEFORE START The area marked by the dotted line is the SAFE EN OPERATING AREA WARNING NEVER PUT YOUR HANDS FACE OR 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 PRO SERIES CSV Owner s amp Operator s Manual 80007 172 5P O 2002 Patriot Products Inc All rights reserved Illustrations by Robert F Schwengel Patr
10. IT WORKS Direct Bagging The chipper shredder vac must be operated with the bag in place The bag holds over two bushels but emptying it often is a good habit If it overfills debris may back up into the discharge chute and stall the engine just like a 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 t
11. OWN 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 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 F 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 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST The Illus refers to the numbered parts in the illustrations Use the Component and the Item Description when ordering 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
12. arning 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 A 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 yard 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 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 engine 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
13. clear NAPO D Ready to Go 4 Check oil and gas levels attach spark plug wire 2 Attach bagger blower chute T bolts hook bag on handle close zipper Q Remove any objects from chipper cone MAINTENANCE page 13 WARNING THE POWER MUST BE OFF THE ROTOR FULLY STOPPED AND THE SPARK PLUG WIRE DISCONNECTED FROM THE SPARK PLUG BEFORE ANY SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE IS PER FORMED OTHERWISE PERSONAL INJURY MAY RESULT 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 Batten Down the Hardware All 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
14. different parts of the engine Do not mix the oil and the gas Engines are shipped with a reddish lubricant in them Please refer to owners manual for proper oil type 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 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 can make with power equipment Young old weekend warrior or seasoned power jockey it can happen to anyone Slipping in a quart after the damage is done doesn t cover the tell tale tracks either So read the engine manual follow the instructions and hope you never 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 a
15. ding CAUTION THE ROTOR WILL COAST EVEN AFTER THE ENGINE IS OFF MAKE SURE THE ROTOR 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 page 19 CAUTION THE ROTOR WILL COAST EVEN AFTER THE ENGINE IS OFF MAKE SURE THE ROTOR IS FULLY STOPPED AND DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY MAINTENANCE OR SERVICE IF THE ROTOR 15 STILL TURNING IT MAY CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY FRONT VIEW The circled numbers here refer to the first column of numbers in the parts list washers 83 OP 32 Several patents approved or pending page 20 CAUTION THE ROTOR WILL COAST EVEN AFTER THE ENGINE IS OFF MAKE SURE THE ROTOR STOPS TURNING THEN DISCONNECT THE PLUG WIRE FROM THE ENGINE BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY MAINTENANCE OR CLEAN OUT IF THE ROTOR IS STILL TURNING IT MAY CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY N KO Screw i Nuts outside NS 82 Screws inside Both the shredder hopper and the chipper cone are assembled with the same hardware and wrench bearing set lock collar A Detail of the outboard bearing assembly The bearing is sealed and does not need lubrication BLANK PAGE 21 BLANK PAGE 22 BLANK PAGE 23 O TROUBLE SHOOTER CAUTION BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO
16. g 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 oil Before putting hands face fingers probes etc near moving parts Before children pets or bystanders come near 2050250520 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 w
17. ge 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 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 stabi lizer to mix with the fuel and get into the carburetor 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 e SAFETY The Shut Down Procedure Before assembling using servicin
18. iot PRO Series Chipper Shredder Vac is a trademark of Patriot Products Inc registered in USA CUSTOMER SERVICE HOTLINE 1 800 798 CHIP OUTSIDE THE U S GALL 1 262 523 4580 8 00 am 4 00 pm Central Standard Time MONDAY FRIDAY EXCEPT MAJOR HOLIDAYS FAX 1 262 523 1011 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 three 3 year period from the date of purchase contact 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 product 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 product 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 seaso
19. ir 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 vac 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 Inertia causes the rotor to coast even after the power is shut off Don t mess with a moving rotor WARNINGS ESPECIALLY FOR CALIFORNIA OWNERS AND OPERATORS CAUTION This engine may not be equipped with a spark arrester If it is to be used on any forest covered brush 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 he 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 book for spark arrester muffler options KEEP A WIDE STANCE AND GENTLY PUSH AND FOLD BUSHY DEBRIS INTO THE CONE en ACCESSORY KIT 1
20. knives when they lose their sel feeding action Minimum distance 1 8 page 16 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 Yardening by Jeff and Liz Ball MacMillan O WHAT TO DO WITH THE STUFF NOW THAT IT S 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 BR
21. mercial use beyond 90 days from the date of purchase neglect accident or improper maintenance of this machine voids this warranty The warranty does not cover parts that need to be replaced due to normal wear and tear Patriot Products Inc shall not be liable for any damages or injuries arising from our products defective or otherwise The Patriot Warranty gives you specific legal rights You may have other rights which vary from state to state THIS WARRANTY IS NOT TRANSFERABLE PLE ATTENTION LINDSCAPERS PRO S AND RENTAL gt OUTFITTERS e 100 You ve got complete 180 day coverage of all e A Patriot components Patriot will provide replacement parts free should your Patriot fail 0 558 on the job Engines warranty covered separately by the manufacturers To register your Patriot or make a claim under Complete 180 PRO Series you must i S E R E comply with the following e 1 Bring the product back to your place of purchase or contact Patriot for the nearest authorized service center 2 Bring along your DATED SALES RECEIPT as proof of the date of purchase and your company s ownership This receipt must be faxed or mailed to Patriot Customer Service before coverage can be honored by the factory KEY FEATURES CAUTION OPERATE YOUR GAS ENGINE Patriot Chipper Shredder Vac E Dis ed wae HOPPER GUARDS ber a a Do nat reach hen d PUSH PULL HANDLE Cm BEAT DIS
22. ng 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 the 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 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 hamme
23. ns 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 CONTENTS o 8 e e SAFETY ASSEMBLY OPERATION HOW IT WORKS MAINTENANCE WHAT DO WITH THE STUFF NOW THAT IT S ALL CHIPPED amp SHREDDED ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST TROUBLE SHOOTER page 6 page 8 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 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 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 page 6 Message to Parents Poor judgement when using this equipment may result in dama
24. o be shredded drier leafier debris is ground Hammers eventually wear down and can be replaced or simply reversed Vacuuming The four blade vacuum draws air into the housings through the shredder hopper and chipper cone To take full advantage of this air flow system the optional vacuum kit snaps into the hopper for a 15 ft reach around the machine 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 If the 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
25. ool 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 HEX HEAD CAP SCREW 9 16 18 x 3 25 The bag retaining bolt used in Step 3 FLANGE NUT Side and top views The serrations on the bottom bite into the steel for better staying power e 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
26. pping CHIPPER HP CAPACITY TYPE OF DISCHARGE Hard or soft branches 9 amp 10 3 dia Coin sized chips page 11 CAUTION OPERATE YOUR GAS ENGINE OUTDOORS IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA KEEP CHILDREN AND PETS AWAY FROM ANY OPERATING POWER EQUIPMENT prunings corn stalks drier viney materials palm fronds 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 Skinny prunings may be bundled and inserted together Green materials chip easier and the knives keep their edges longer 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 Shut down and empty the bag before it fills up and stalls the rotor Shredding SHREDDER HP CAPACITY TYPE OF DISCHARGE Leaves pine straw 9 amp 10 1 dia x36 Fine mulch greens to small plants flowers longer fingerling shreds bulbs light prunings Same as above SHREDDING TIPS 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 Chase waste stuck in the throat with a shreddable pruning Or use the end of 3 thick branch
27. rs face their prongs in oppo site outward directions Secure the spacers with new roll pins using your ball peen hammer and punch pin If 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 Single hammer fork facing out SHOWN HERE Removing a knife without disassemhling the housings page 15 Single hammer fork facing in CORRECT STAGGERING OF HAMMERS Sharpen the Chipping
28. to stir clumps until the rotor pulls them in Vines are best fed down the chipper followed by a thick branch Green debris exceeding the length limitations may wrap around the rotor and seriously plug up or damage the machine Chip them Materials that are too thick may stall the machine and possibly damage the hammers rotor housings or hopper Use the chipper POUR RATHER THAN DUMP LOOSE WASTE INTO THE SHREDDER HOPPER page 12 N Y QUICK FEED PRUNINGS DOWN THE LEFT SIDE OF THE SHREDDER WITH A LOOSE OPEN GRIP CAUTION DO NOT LET GO OF BULKY WASTE AND LET IT BOUNCE AROUND IN THE HOPPERS IT MAY DAMAGE THE MACHINE OR BE EJECTED TOWARD THE OPERATOR OR BYSTANDERS AND CAUSE INJURY Vacuuming TYPE OF DISCHARGE Fine mulch leaves VACUUM 15 1 kit optional HP 9 amp 10 CAPACITY Dry to wet leaves Loose waste pine straw sawdust some fingerling shreds grass clippings VACUUMING TIPS Keep the hose straight or slightly curved along the ground Allow nozzle to hover over the waste rather than sticking it into the pile If the vacuum loses power there may be 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 Don t let the hose come in contact with the muffler The muffler can get hot enough to melt it HOW
29. ware 990000015 CHIPPER KNIFE KIT w hardware 990010395 DEFLECTOR KIT 990000455 PLASTIC HARDWARE KIT 20 709040010 SEMI PNEUMATIC TIRE 2 990060010 SEMI PNEUMATIC WHEEL 1 708000005 BEARING 1 amp LOCK COLLAR 706520005 HEAD CAP SCREW 5 16 24 x 3 4 768520005 HEAD CAP SCREW 5 16 20 x 1 Gr5 705520005 HEX HEAD CAP SCREW 5 16 18 x 3 4 Gr 5 718520005 HEX HEAD CAP SCREW 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 751520005 HEX HEAD CAP SCREW 5 16 18 x 1 3 4 Gr5 705720005 BUTTON HEAD SOCKET CAP SCREW 5 16 18 x 1 2 768800000 FLAT HEAD SOCKET SCREW 5 16 24 x 1 715520005 HEAD CAP SCREW 3 8 24 x 4 1 2 715530005 HEAD CAP SCREW 7 16 20 x 5 Gr 8 716620005 LOCK WASHER 3 8 SPLIT RING Ear SSMERDDEN 2 98 704620005 LOCK WASHER 7 16 705620005 LOCK WASHER 5 16 SPLIT RING 705320005 SERRATED FLANGE NUT 516 18 707320005L HEAD REVERSIBLE LOCK NUT 1 4 20 707720005 BUTTON HEAD CAP SCREW 1 4 20 x 3 4 710620005 1 4 SAE FLATWASHER 703050005 ALLEN WRENCH 3 16 719050005 ALLEN WRENCH 5 32 920000005B ASSEMBLY HARDWARE BAG for assembly out of the box 700000005 SAFETY GOGGLES 990070005 WARNING CAUTION DECALS KIT 800070010 OWNER OPERATOR MANUAL PACK 3100 3090H 800070595P PATRIOT WARRANTY CARD CALL 1 800 798 2447 page 18 REAR VIEW The circled numbers here refer to the numhers in the first column of the parts list Several patents approved or pen
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