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    OPERA T OR’S MANU AL Chipper / Shredder Manual No. 1732150 Revision 00 Rev. Date 10/2005 TP 100-4240-00-CS-SN 5/14 Series Mfg. No. Description 1694910 Model 5/14, 5.5HP Simplicity Chipper / Shredder 1694898 Model 5/14, 5.5HP Simplicity Chipper / Shredder (CE) 7085637 Model SAC55140BV , 5.5HP Snapper Chipper / Shredder 7800070 Model E 5 5140BV , 5[...]

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    1 T able of Contents T roub leshooting & Repair .................................17 Troubleshooting Chart ..........................................17 Repair ...................................................................18 Initial Assembl y .................................................20 Initial Assembly ...............................[...]

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    2 Safety Rules & Information Operating Safety Congratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of lawn and garden equipment. Our products are designed and manufactured to meet or exceed all industry standards for safety. Power equipment is only as safe as the operator. If it is misused, or not properly maintained, it can be dangerous! Rem[...]

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    3 Safety Rules and Information Moving Parts This equipment has many moving parts that can injure you or someone else. However, if you follow all the rules in this book, the unit is safe to operate. The chipper/shredder has spinning blades that can amputate hands and feet. Do not allow anyone near the equipment while it is running! Do not place hand[...]

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    4 Safety Rules & Information Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. This unit is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. The triangle in text signifies impor[...]

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    5 Safety Rules and Information 8. Keep nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device. 9. If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately. 10. Never over-fill the fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten securely. 11. Use extra care in handl[...]

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    6 Safety Decals Amputation Hazard T o avoid serious personal injury from rotating cutting blades, keep hands out of discharge while machine is running. Thrown Objects Hazard T o avoid serious personal injury from discharged debris, never operate without the discharge bag installed. D ANGER W ARNING 17321 8 1 Amputation Hazard T o avoid serious pers[...]

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    7 Safety Icons Warning: Read Operator’s Manual. Read and understand the Operator’s Manual before using this machine. Danger: Thrown Objects. This machine is capable of throwing objects and debris. Keep bystanders away. Danger: Amputation Hazard. To avoid serious personal injury from rotating cutting blades, keep hands out of inlet while machine[...]

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    8 Identification Numbers ID Tag ENGINE REFERENCE DATA Model Description Name/Number Unit PART Number PRODUCT REFERENCE DATA Unit SERIAL Number Dealer Name Date Purchased Engine Make Engine Type/Spec Engine Model Engine Code/Serial Number When contacting your authorized dealer for replacement parts, service, or information you MUST have these number[...]

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    9 Features and Controls Engine Stop / Throttle Contr ol The engine stop / throttle control lever controls turn the engine off and controls the engine speed. Move the throttle right to increase engine speed and left to decrease engine speed. Moving the lever all the way to the left stops the engine. Always operate at FULL throttle (lever fully right[...]

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    Adding Fuel To add fuel: 1. Remove the fuel cap (see Figure 1). 2. Fill the tank. Do not overfill. Leave room in the tank for fuel expansion. Refer to your engine manual for specific fuel recommendations. 3. Install and hand tighten the fuel cap. Star ting the Engine 1. Set the throttle to FULL. 2. Close the choke. NOTE: A warm engine may not requi[...]

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    11 Stopping the Engine NOTE: In the event of an emergency the engine can be stopped by setting the throttle control to STOP. 1. Slide the throttle control fully left to the STOP position. NOTE: Upon start-up and shut-down, you may hear the metal-to-metal sound of the triangular hammers and J- hammers positioning themselves on the rotor. This is nor[...]

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    12 Operation Operation T ype of W aste P ermitted Size Limitations Notes Shredding Dry or moist organic material including leaves, plants, flowers, fruits, or vegetables. Branches and twigs up to 1/2” diameter and 18” long. Alternately chip or shred moist green waste with dry waste to avoid plugging of the discharge chute. Process at a feeding [...]

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    13 Regular Maintenance Maintenance Schedule & Pr ocedures The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your unit. * Refer to engine owner’s manual. Change original engine oil after initial break-in period of 5-8 hours. ** More often in hot (over 85° F: 30° C) weather or dusty operating conditions. SAFETY ITEMS Before Each Us[...]

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    14 Regular Maintenance Clean Debris fr om Engine & Chipper Service Interval: Before each use and every 100 hours. The engine requires air flow to cool itself and for combustion. Before each use, clean any debris from the unit especially from around the air shroud intake, air filter, and muffler. Every 100 hours, remove the engine air shroud and[...]

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    15 Regular Maintenance Figure 8. Inspect Chipper Knives A. Chipper Cone A Inspect Chipping Knives Service Interval: Every 25 Hours, or As Necessary The chipping knives of this unit can be rotated or sharpened to provide a new cutting surface as required. When inspecting the knives be careful to avoid touching the sharpened edges. To inspect the chi[...]

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    16 Regular Maintenance Engine Oil T ype & Capacity Select a quality engine oil using the chart in Figure 10. 5.5 HP models require 5/8 quart (0.6L) of oil. 8HP models require 7/8 quart (0.8L) of oil. Chec k Engine Oil Level Service Interval: Before Each Use Check the engine oil level at the oil fill and level check plug (A, Figure 11). 1. Stop [...]

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    17 T roubleshooting & Repair T roub leshooting Char t While normal care and regular maintenance will extend the life of your equipment, prolonged or constant use may eventually require that service be performed to allow it to continue operating properly. The troubleshooting guide below lists the most common problems, their causes, and remedies.[...]

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    18 T roubleshooting & Repair Repair Shredding Hammer Rotation and Replacement The cutting edges of the shredding hammers may eventually wear out requiring rotation of the hammer or replacement if all cutting edges have been dulled. Triangular hammers can be rotated twice after the first edge dulls, then flipped over once and rotated again for a[...]

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    19 T roubleshooting & Repair Chipping Knives Sharpening and Replacement The chipping knives should be sharpened or replaced when tree limbs require extra force to feed into the chipper cone. The chipping knives may be resharpened at a 30 degree angle until the distance between the edge of the blade bevel and the mounting hole is less than 1/16?[...]

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    20 Initial Assembly Figure 18. Installing the Chipper Cone A. 1/4-20 x 3/4 Screw, Washer, & Nut B. 5/16-18 Flange Nut C. Cone Base D. Chipper Cone Figure 19. Attaching the Hopper Figure 20. Installing Hardware Inside the Hopper Initial Assembl y Install Chipper Cone - All Models 1. Secure the chipper cone (D, Figure 18) to the chipper cone base[...]

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    Figure 21. Installing the Hopper Handle A. 1/4-20 x 3/4 Screw & Nut 21 Initial Assembly A Install the Handle - All Models 1. Lift the hopper handle up until the outer holes in the handle align with the holes in the shredder hopper and secure with 1/4-20 x 3/4 screws, washers, and nuts (A, Figure 21). Insert the screws from the outside of the sh[...]

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    22 Initial Assembly Pull drawstring tight. Lift discharge chute and slide bag over chute. Make sure bag noose fits over top of discharge chute and notch in chute bottom. Slide bag over dis- charge chute. Make sure bag noose fits over top of discharge chute and notch in chute bottom. Pull drawstring tight. Figure 22. Discharge Bag - North American M[...]

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    23 Specifications ENGINE: 5.5 HP* Briggs & Stratton Make Briggs & Stratton Model 120000 Horsepower 5.5 @ 3600 rpm Displacement 12.48Cu. in (206 cc) Oil Capacity 20 Oz. (.6 L) 8 HP* Briggs & Stratton Make Briggs & Stratton Model 200000 Horsepower 8 @ 3600 rpm Displacement 18.64 Cu. in (305 cc) Oil Capacity 28 Oz. (.8 L) CHASSIS: All [...]

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    24 Parts & Accessories Replacement P ar ts Replacement parts are available from your authorized dealer. Always use genuine Simplicity/Snapper Service Parts. T echnical Manuals Additional copies of this manual are available, as well as fully illustrated parts lists. These manuals show all of the product’s components in exploded views (3D illus[...]

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    MANUFACTURING, INC. 500 N Spring Street / PO Box 997 Port Washington, WI 53074-0997 www.SimplicityMfg.com Simplicity Mfg. Inc. - Snapper division 535 Macon Street McDonough, GA 30253 www.Snapper.com © Copyright 2005 Simplicity Manufacturing, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Printed in USA.[...]