Operator’s Manual Chipper / Shredder Models CS4210 CS4265 Model CS4210 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 forest-covered, brushcovered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).
TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices ........................................................................ 3 Assembling Your Chipper Shredder ........................................................................ 5 Know Your Chipper Shredder.................................................................................. 6 Operating Your Chipper Shredder .......................................................................... 7 Maintaining Your Chipper Shredder .......
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 this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol - heed its warning.
9. Never operate without the shredder hopper, chipper chute, or discharge chute properly attached to the machine. Never empty or change discharge bag while the engine is running. 10. Keep all guards, deflectors and safety devices in place and operating properly. 11. Keep your face and body back and to the side of the chipper chute while feeding material into the machine to avoid accidental kickback injuries. 12. Never operate this machine without good visibility or light. 13.
SAFETY LABELS FOUND ON YOUR UNIT SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR CHIPPER SHREDDER IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. Be certain to service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the Briggs & Stratton Owner/ Operator manual packed with your unit. before operating your machine. 1. Loose Parts In Carton • • • • Spring Latch Tow Bar (Model CS4210 Only) Debris Collection Bag Safety Glasses Engine Oil (one 20 oz. bottle) 2.
Attaching The Debris Collection Bag Attaching The Tow Bar (Model CS4210 Only) • • • • To attach the bag, place the opening of the bag completely over the discharge chute. Position the bag so that the wing knobs which secure the discharge chute to the impeller housing are completely covered. Pull on the drawstrap until the bag is tight around discharge chute opening. To attach the tow bar, remove the spring pin and clevis pin from the end of the tongue. See Figure 3.
Handle Hopper Chipper Chute Spring Latch Starter Handle Discharge Chute Wing Knob Two Bar (Model CS4210 Only) Lock Rod Figure 4 SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR CHIPPER SHREDDER • WARNING: The operation of any chipper shredder can result in foreign objects being thrown. Always wear the safety glasses provided with this unit or eye shields before chipping or shredding and while performing any adjustments or repairs. • OPEN NOTE: (A warm engine may not require choking).
• Observe the following guidelines when shredding yard debris: Grasp the starter handle and pull the rope out slowly until resistance is felt. When it becomes slightly harder to pull the rope, slowly allow the rope to recoil. Then pull rope with a rapid, continuous, full arm stroke. Keep a firm grip on starter handle. • • NOTE: A “clanking” noise may be heard when pulling the starter rope. It is completely normal and does NOT indicate a malfunction of any kind.
• • Use the tamper to assist in feeding branches into the chipper chute. Apply intermittent pressure (force, in short pulses) while feeding larger (2- 3-inch diameter) branches into the chipper chute, to avoid bogging or stalling the engine. Locking Buckle IMPORTANT: Never feed branches with a diameter greater than three (3) inches into the chipper chute. Doing so can result in serious damage to your unit’s chipper blades, flails or impeller.
Discharge Chute: Lubricate the pivot points on the chute deflector with light oil once a season. Discharge Chute Engine: Refer to the Briggs & Stratton Owner/Operator manual packed with your unit for lubrication instructions. Shredder Screen Hairpin Clip Maintenance Housing Engine Refer to the Maintenance section of the Briggs & Stratton Owner/Operator manual packed with your unit.
Chipper Blade Lock Washer & Nut Support Bracket Flange Nuts Support Brace Impeller Internal Hex Screw Hex Bolts & Saddle Washers Figure 10 Figure 9 NOTE: Use a 3/16” hex key (Allen) wrench on the outside of the blade and a 1/2” box (or socket) wrench on the inside of the impeller. See Figure 9. Hold the Allen wrench stationary and rotate the box (or socket) wrench to loosen the nut. • Discharge Chute Shredder Blade Internal Hex Screws Install a replacement blade (Part No.
Storing Your Chipper Shredder • • • • Clean the equipment thoroughly. Wipe equipment with an oiled rag to prevent rust. Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage instructions Store unit in a clean, dry area. Do not store next to corrosive materials such as fertilizer. SECTION 6: TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Remedy 1. Spark plug wire disconnected. 2. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. 3. Throttle control lever (if equipped) not in correct starting position. 4. Choke not in CHOKE position.
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy-Bilt LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. “Troy-Bilt” warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship.
