OPERATOR’S MANUAL Chipper - Shredders Model Series 462 thru 465 (Model 465A shown) IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forestcovered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH, IF NOT FOLLOWED, COULD ENDANGER THE PERSONAL SAFETY AND/OR PROPERTY OF YOURSELF AND OTHERS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE YOUR CHIPPER-SHREDDER. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL: HEED ITS WARNING.
. SERVICE • If the cutting mechanism strikes a foreign object or if your machine should start making an unusual noise or vibration, immediately stop the engine and allow the machine to come to a complete stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire and move it away from the spark plug. Take the following steps. • Use extreme care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.
SECTION 2: SAFETY LABELS FOUND ON YOUR UNIT: DANGER TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY: • DO NOT DEPOSIT BRANCHES LARGER THAN 1/2 INCH DIAMETER INTO THIS HOPPER. • WEAR APPROVED SAFETY GLASSES, GLOVES AND EAR PROTECTION. AVOID LOOSE FITTING CLOTHING. • Read the Owner's Manual before starting and using this chipper/shredder. • Keep hands, feet, face and clothing out of shredder hopper inlet and chipper chute inlet. • Keep hands, feet, face and clothing away from discharge area and moving parts.
SECTION 3: FINDING YOUR MODEL NUMBER This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new chipper-shredder. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain your chipper-shredder. Please read and understand what it says. Before you prepare your chipper-shredder for its first use, please locate the model plate and copy the information from it in this Operator’s Manual. The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from your dealer or the MTD Customer Support Department.
SECTION 6: SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS This guide covers models 462B 5 H.P. thru 465A 8 H.P. chipper shredders. Much of this guide pertains to both models. However, there are some areas where only one model is covered. Use only the information that is appropriate for your model. Spark Plug Wire Start with Step 1 to set-up you new chipper shredder. All models. 1. Pull the spark plug wire off of the spark plug. See Figure 1 2. Remove six hex nuts (A) and six washers (B) from the weld studs on the flail housing.
ATTACHING THE CHIPPER CHUTE (Model 465A 8 H.P. chipper shredder only) ALL MODELS 1. To attach the bag, place the opening of the bag over the chute deflector so it completely covers the chute deflector. See Figure 5 2. Depress the plunger on the drawstring, and pull on the drawstring until the bag is tight around the chute opening. Release plunger to lock it into position. See Figure 5 Chipper Chute Weld Stud (A) Weld Stud (A) Hex Bolt Flat Washer Hex Nut Frame Brace Weld Stud (A) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
SECTION 7: CONTROLS SECTION 8: OPERATION STOPPING ENGINE Move throttle control lever to STOP position. Disconnect spark plug wire and move away from spark plug to prevent accidental starting. WARNING: Before using your chippershredder, again refer to practices of this manual. careful.
IMPORTANT: There is a flail screen located 10. Move choke lever to OFF position as engine warms up. inside the housing in the discharge area. If the flail screen becomes clogged, remove and clean as instructed in the Maintenance section. NOTE : A noise will be heard when finding the start of the compression cycle. This noise is caused by the flails and fingers which are part of the shredding mechanism falling into place, and should be expected.
SPARK PLUG • Clean the chipper shredder by running water from a hose through the hopper assembly and chipper chute with the engine running. Allow the chipper-shredder to dry thoroughly. • Service the spark plug according to the separate engine owner’s guide supplied with your chipper shredder. NOTE: Cleaning with a forceful spray of water is REMOVING THE FLAIL SCREEN (See Figure 7) not recommended as water could contaminate the fuel system. • Wash the bag periodically with water.
3. Using a 1/2” wrench, remove the chipper chute by removing three hex nuts and washers. Model 465A only Allen Screws 4. Use a 7/16” wrench, to remove the brace holding the chipper chute to the frame by removing the hex bolts. Weld Bolt All models Pipe 5. Rotate the impeller assembly by hand until you locate one of the two chipper blades in the chipper chute opening. Remove the blade, using a 3/16" allen wrench on the outside of the blade and 1/2" wrench on the impeller assembly (inside the housing).
11. When reassembling the blade, tighten center bolt to between 550 and 650 inch-pounds and the two outer bolts to between 250 and 350 inch-pounds, or lacking torque wrench, tighten securely. SECTION 10: OFF-SEASON STORAGE Prepare your chipper-shredder for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. The following steps should be taken to prepare your shredder for storage. 1. Clean and lubricate the shredder thoroughly. 2.
SECTION 12: ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST TOW HITCH KIT Model Number 290-010-000 For Models 462B, 463C, 465A REF. NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 PART NO 681-0133 681-0134 710-3001 711-0299 711-0835 712-0798 732-0194 736-0133 736-0169 N N DESCRIPTION Tow Bar Tongue Tow Bar Base Hex Hd. Cap Scr. 3/8-16:.880 Lg. Pin, Clevis - .625 x 2.40 Lg. Pin, Clevis - .500 Dia. x 4.62 Lg. Hex Nut 3/8-16 Spring Pin Fl. Wash. .411 x 1.25 x 1.00 Lock Wash. 3/8 Reg.
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Model 462B, 463C, 465A REF. NO. 1 2 4 5 6 8 10 12 13 14 15 16 17 19 20 22 24 25 26 27 29 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 PART NO.
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: For TWO YEARS from the date of retail purchase within the United States of America, its possessions and territories, MTD PRODUCTS INC will, at its option, repair or replace, for the original purchaser, free of charge, any part or parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.
