User's Manual

Rev: 07/2010 Brush Master™ Chipper/Shredder with 2-Way Feed
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Heavy Duty Power Equipment
NOTE: The chipper/shredder operates most
efficiently at the factory set engine speed of 3600
RPM. The speed is controlled by the governor,
and the throttle setting should not be adjusted.
Do not attempt to adjust the speed of the engine.
Emission Control System Information
The U.S. and California Clean Air Acts
EPA and California regulations require all manufacturers
to furnish written instructions describing the operation and
maintenance of emission control systems. The following
instructions and procedures must be followed in order to
keep the emissions from your DEK engine within the
emission standards.
The emission control systems on your DEK engine were
designed, built, and certified to conform with EPA and
California emission regulations.
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission
control devices and systems may be performed by any
engine repair provider, using parts that are ‘‘certified’’ to
EPA standards.
We recommend the use of genuine DEK
parts whenever you have maintenance done. These
original-design replacement parts are manufactured to the
same standards as the original parts, so you can be
confident of their performance.
The use of aftermarket replacement parts, not of the
original design and quality, may impair the effectiveness of
your emission control system. A manufacturer of an
aftermarket part assumes the responsibility that the part
will not adversely affect emission control performance and
must certify that use of the part will comply with emission
regulations.
In the State of California a spark arrestor is required by
law. Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws
apply on all federal lands. If you equip the muffler with a
spark arrestor, it must be maintained in effective working
order.
Carbon Monoxide Gas
Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide, a
colorless and odorless gas. Breathing exhaust can cause
loss of consciousness and may lead to death. To keep
exhaust gas from accumulating, DO NOT use this
product in a garage, basement, crawlspace, enclosed
shed, or any other area without adequate ventilation. DO
NOT use this equipment near ventilation ducts or open
windows that may allow exhaust gasses to enter your
home or business. ONLY operate this product outdoors.
The engine exhaust from this product and other
components contain chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
Fire and Burn Hazards
The exhaust system gets hot enough to ignite some
materials.
 Keep the power equipment at least 3 feet (1 meter)
away from buildings and other equipment during
operation.
 Do not enclose this product in any structure.
 Do not smoke when refueling.
 Keep flammable materials away.
 The muffler becomes very hot during operation and
remains hot for a while after stopping the engine. Be
careful not to touch the muffler while it is hot.
 Let the engine cool before storing.
 Refuel in a well ventilated area with the engine
stopped.
 Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may
ignite after the engine has started. Make sure that
any spilled fuel has been wiped up before starting
the engine.
DEK Engine Only—See Manufacturer’s manual for other engines
Important Engine Information
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