Craftsman 1450 Series User manual

Operator’s Manual
CRAFTSMAN
1450 Series Engine
CHIPPER SHREDDER
Model No. 247.776051
« SAFETY
« ASSEMBLY
« OPERATION
« MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
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CRAFTSMAN LIMITED WARRANTY
FOR TWO YEARS from the date of sale, this product is warranted against any defects in material or workmanship.
WITH PROOF OF SALE, a defective product will receive free repair or replacement at option of seller.
For warranty coverage details to obtain free repair or replacement, visit the web site: www.craftsman.com/warranty
This warranty covers ONLY defects in material and workmanship. Warranty coverage does NOT include:
Expendable items that can wear out from normal use within the warranty period, such as the blades, spark plug, air cleaner, flail screen and
catcher bag.
Product damage resulting from user attempts at product modification or repair or caused by product accessories.
Repairs necessary because of accident or failure to operate or maintain the product according to all supplied instructions.
Preventive maintenance, or repairs necessary due to improper fuel mixture, contaminated or stale fuel.
This warranty is void if this product is ever used while providing commercial services or if rented to another person.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS MODEL NUMBER
Engine Series: 1450
Engine Oil Type: SAE 30
Engine Oil Capacity: 28 ounces
Fuel: Unleaded Gasoline
© Sears Brands, LLC
Model Number
Serial Number
Date of Purchase
Record the model number, serial number,
and date of purchase above.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
A 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!
A. DANGER
This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation
practices in this manual. As with any type of power equipment,
carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury.
This machine is capable of amputating fingers, hands, toes and feet and
throwing debris. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could
result in serious injury or death.
A. WARNING
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components
contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Ay WARNING
Your Responsibility—Restrict the use of this power machine to
persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in
this manual and on the machine.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
TRAINING
Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the
manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. Keep this manual in
a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement
parts.
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Read the Operator's Manual and follow all warnings and safety instructions.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury to the operator and/or bystanders.
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Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop
the machine and disengage them quickly.
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Never allow children under 16 years of age to operate this machine. Children
16 and over should read and understand the instructions and safe operation
practices in this manual and on the machine and be trained and supervised
by an adult.
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Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper instruction.
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Keep bystanders, pets, and children at least 75 feet from the machine while
itis in operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
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Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust
contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.
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Do not put hands and feet near rotating parts or in the feeding chambers
and discharge opening. Contact with the rotating impeller can amputate
fingers, hands, and feet.
Never attempt to unclog either the feed intake or discharge opening, remove
or empty bag, or inspect and repair the machine while the engine is running.
Shut the engine off and wait until all moving parts have come to a complete
stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine.
PREPARATION
. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used. Remove
all rocks, bottles, cans, or other foreign objects which could be picked up or
thrown and cause personal injury or damage to the machine.
‘ Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation and while
performing an adjustment or repair, to protect your eyes. Thrown objects
which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes.
. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-fitting slacks and shirts.
Loose fitting clothes or jewelry can be caught in movable parts. Never
operate this machine in bare feet or sandals. Wear leather work gloves when
feeding material in the chipper chute.
. Before starting, check all bolts and screws for proper tightness to be sure the
machine is in safe working condition. Also, visually inspect machine for any
damage at frequent intervals.
. Maintain or replace safety and instructions labels, as necessary.
Safe Handling of Gasoline:
To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling
gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.
Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your
clothes which can ignite. Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.
. Use only an approved gasoline container.
. Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic
liner. Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before
filling.
. When practical, remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or
trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such
equipment on a trailer with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline
dispenser nozzle,
. Keep the 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.
. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition.
. Never fuel machine indoors.
. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running. Allow
engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling.
. Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than % inch below bottom of
filler neck to allow space for fuel expansion.
. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.
. If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and equipment. Move unit to
another area. Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce fire hazards, keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris
build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris.
Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open
flame, spark or pilot light as on a water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes
dryer or other gas appliances.
OPERATION
Do not put hands and feet near rotating parts or in the feeding chambers
and discharge opening. Contact with the rotating impeller can amputate
fingers, hands, and feet.
Before starting the machine, make sure the chipper chute, feed intake, and
cutting chamber are empty and free of all debris.
Thoroughly inspect all material to be shredded and remove any metal, rocks,
bottles, cans, or other foreign objects which could cause personal injury or
damage to the machine.
. If it becomes necessary to push material through the shredder hopper, use a
small diameter stick. Do not use your hands or feet.
If the impeller strikes a foreign object or if your machine should start making
an unusual noise or vibration, immediately shut the engine off. Allow the
impeller to come to a complete stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire, ground
it against the engine and perform the following steps:
a. Inspect for damage.
b. Repair or replace any damaged parts.
c. Check for any loose parts and tighten to assure continued safe
operation.
Do not allow an accumulation of processed material to build up in the
discharge area. This can prevent proper discharge and result in kickback of
material through the feed opening.
. Do not attempt to shred or chip material larger than specified on the
machine or in this manual. Personal injury or machine damage could result.
Never attempt to unclog either the feed intake or discharge opening while
the engine is running. Shut the engine off, wait until all moving parts have
stopped, disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine
before clearing debris.
Never operate without the shredder hopper, chipper chute, or chute
deflector properly attached to the machine. Never empty or change
discharge bag while the engine is running.
. Keep all guards, deflectors and safety devices in place and operating
properly.
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.
Never operate this machine without good visibility or light.
. Do not operate this machine on a paved, gravel or non-level surface.
Do not operate this machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch.
Never pick up or carry machine while the engine is running.
If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good
judgement.
MAINTENANCE & STORAGE
. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.
Check bolts and screws for proper tightness at frequent intervals to keep the
machine in safe working condition. Also, visually inspect machine for any
damage and repair, if needed.
Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, stop the engine and make certain
the impeller and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug
wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting.
. Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. The
governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine.
Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.
Follow this manual for safe loading, unloading, transporting, and storage of
this machine.
. Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open
flame, spark or pilot light such as a water heater, furnace, clothes dryer, etc.
Allow machine to cool at least 5 minutes before storing.
Always refer to the operator's manual for proper instructions on off-season
storage.
. If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors.
Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil, etc. to protect the
environment.
According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) and the
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this product has an Average
Useful Life of seven (7) years, or 60 hours of operation. At the end of
the Average Useful Life have the machine inspected annually by an
authorized service dealer to ensure that all mechanical and safety systems
are working properly and not worn excessively. Failure to do so can result in
accidents, injuries or death.
DO NOT MODIFY ENGINE
To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any way. Tampering
with the governor setting can lead to a runaway engine and cause it to
operate at unsafe speeds. Never tamper with factory setting of engine
governor.
NOTICE REGARDING EMISSIONS
Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal EPA
emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) are certified
to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and may include the following
emission control systems: Engine Modification (EM), Oxidizing Catalyst (00),
Secondary Air Injection (SAI) and Three Way Catalyst (TWQ) if so equipped.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SPARK ARRESTOR
A. WARNING
This machine 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 arrestor meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).
If a spark arrestor is used, it should be maintained in effective working order
by the operator. In the State of California the above is required by law (Section
444) of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar
laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands.
A spark arrestor for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears Parts
and Repair Service Center.
SAFETY SYMBOLS
This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before
attempting to assemble and operate.
Symbol Description
READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S)
Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and
operate
WARNING— ROTATING BLADES
Keep hands out of inlet and discharge openings while machine is running. There are rotating blades
inside
BYSTANDERS
Keep bystanders, pets, and children at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation. Stop
machine if anyone enters the area.
WARNING— THROWN DEBRIS
Never operate without the chute deflector properly attached to the machine,
EYE PROTECTION
Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles when operating this machine.
WARNING: Your Responsibility—Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow
the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine,
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

ASSEMBLY
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 Operation section of this
manual before operating your machine.
NOTE: Reference to right and left hand side of the Chipper Shredder is observed
from the operating position.
Opening The Carton
1. Cut each corner of the carton vertically from top to bottom.
2. Remove all joose parts.
3. Remove loose packing material.
Removing The Unit From The Carton
1. Liftunit from the rear to detach it from underlying carton material and roll
unit out of carton.
2. Check carton thoroughly for any other loose parts.
Loose Parts In Carton
Hopper Assembly
Bag
. Chute Deflector
Chipper Chute
Tamper
Safety Glasses
Engine Oil
Operator’s Manual
Engine Operator’s Manaul
Attaching The Hopper Assembly
1. A. Remove six hex nuts and washers from the weld studs on the
impeller housing. Do not remove support plate. See Figure 1.
Figure 1
B. Place hopper assembly into position in front of impeller housing,
aligning holes in hopper assembly collar with weld studs.
C. Slide hopper assembly onto weld studs and replace washers and hex
nuts. Do not tighten completely.
2 A.
B. Slide the release rod out slightly to hook the hopper bracket onto the
rod. See Figure 2.
Lift hopper assembly up to impeller bracket assembly. See Figure 2.
C. Tighten the six hex nuts that secure hopper assembly to impeller
housing and also tighten the hex nuts that secure hopper bracket to
hopper assembly.
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Figure 2
Attaching The Chute Deflector
1. A. Remove the wing knobs from each side of the lower impeller housing.
See Figure 3.
B. Remove the hex lock nut, spacers, and hex bolt from the top of the
impeller housing.

ASSEMBLY
2. A. Align the chute deflector in position on the discharge opening and 2. A. Align the chipper chute over the weld studs, so the slot in the bottom of
insert hex bolt with spacer through hinge on chute deflector (spacers fit the chute is facing down. See Figure 6.
inside of hinges). See Figure 4.
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Figure 6
B. Secure chipper chute with the three cupped washers (cupped side
against the chipper chute) and hex nuts previously removed.
B. Place second spacer over hex bolt inside other hinge and secure with Do not tighten the nuts at this time.
hex lock nut.
Figure 4
C. Secure both sides of chute deflector to impeller housing using wing
knobs previously removed.
Attaching The Chipper Chute
1. A. Remove the three cupped washers and hex nuts from weld studs around
the opening on the side of the impeller housing. See Figure 5.
Figure 5
B. Remove the hex bolts, flat washers, and lock nuts from the two holes on
the upper end of the support brace.

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ASSEMBLY
The chipper shredder was shipped with one end of the support brace already Attaching The Bag
secured to the lower frame. Loosen but do not remove the bolts securing the
brace to the frame. 1. Toattach the bag:
A. Align the holes in the chute with the holes in the top of the brace and A, Place the opening of the bag completely over the chute deflector.
attach brace to chipper chute with hardware previously removed. The B. Pull on the drawstring until the bag is tight around chute deflector
flat washers should be placed under the bolt heads and against the opening.
inside surface of the plastic chipper chute. Tighten securely. See Figure 7. C. Clip drawstring back on itself, tight against chute deflector to secure
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Figure 7
Figure 8
Tighten the bolts securing the support brace to the frame.
Tighten the three nuts on the weld studs holding the chipper chute to
the impeller housing.

OPERATION
(large) Hopper Assembly
Release Rod
Gas Fill
Oil Fill
(small) Chipper Chute ——»>
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Figure 9
Now that you have set up your chipper shredder for operation, get aquainted with A ECT Ne
its controls and features. These are described below and illustrated on this page.
This knowledge will allow you to use your new equipment to its fullest potential. The operation of any chipper shredder can result in foreign objects being thrown
into the eyes, which can damage your eyes severely. Always wear the safety
glasses provided with this unit or eye shields before chipping or shredding and
Allows twigs and smail branches up to 3” in diameter to be fed into the impeller for while performing any adjustments or repairs.
chipping. See Figure 9.
Chipper Chute
Hopper
Assembly
Tamper
This plug is inserted into the chipper chute to push twigs and small branches
Allow leaves and small branches up to 1/2 diameter to be fed into the impeller for
towards the impeller blades without endangering your hands.
chipping and shredding. Material can be raked into hopper assembly by lowering
the hopper assembly. See Figure 9. Throttle Control
Release Rod This lever controls the engine speed and stop function. Through three separate
The release rod is located on the impeller bracket assembly and it is used to release Positions on the lever from left to right, the operation is as follows:
or lock the hopper when raising or lowering. See Figure 9.
Chute Deflector ig <<
Chipped and shredded debris is discharged out the chute deflector. The unit may
be operated with or without the collection bag attached to the chute deflector. See Start/ Run Slow/ Idle Engine Off
Figure 9.
Choke Control
The choke control is used to choke the carburetor and assist in starting the engine.
Meets ANSI Safety Standards
Craftsman Yard Vacuums conform to the safety standard of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
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OPERATION
Gas And Oil Fill-Up
Oil (one bottle shipped with unit)
First Time Use
1. Remove oil fill plug.
2. With the chipper shredder on level ground, use a funnel to empty entire
contents of oil bottle provided into the engine.
3. Replace oil fill plug and tighten.
Subsequent Uses
Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF, SG,
or SH. Select the oil’s SAE viscosity grade according to the expected operating
temperature. Follow the chart below.
Colder ~# 32°F »\Narmer
5W30 SAE30
Oil Viscosity Chart
Although multi-viscosity oils (530, 10W30, etc.) improve starting in cold weather,
they will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32°F. Check your
engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low
on oil.
1. Check the oil level by removing the oil fill plug and looking into the oil fill
hole. Oil should be visible up to the threads of the oil fill plug, almost to
the point of overflowing. Fill if necessary. Capacity is approximately 28 oz.
Overfilling can cause a hazardous situation, be sure to wipe up any spilled or
excess oil.
2. Replace oil fill plug and tighten.
3. Keep oil level at FULL. Running the engine with too little oil can result in
permanent engine damage.
Gasoline
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Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable
and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel machine indoors or while the
engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other
sources of ignition.
1. Remove fuel cap from the fuel tank.
2. Make sure the container from which you will pour the gasoline is clean and
free from rust or foreign particles. Never use gasoline that may be stale from
long periods of storage in its container. Gasoline that has been sitting for any
period longer than four weeks should be considered stale.
3. Fill fuel tank with clean, fresh, unleaded regular gasoline only. Do not use
gasoline containing METHANOL. Replace fuel cap.
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A CAUTION
Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can
attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during
storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in
storage.
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To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before
storage for 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let
it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next
season. See STORAGE Instructions for additional information.
A CAUTION
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or
permanent damage may occur.
NOTE: Check the fuel level periodically to avoid running out of gasoline while
operating the chipper shredder. If the unit runs out of gas as it is chipping, it may be
necessary to unclog the discharge area before it can be restarted. Refer to SERVICE
AND MAINTENANCE section.
To Start Engine
1. Attach spark plug wire and rubber boot to spark plug.
2. __ Fill tank to no more than 1/2 inch below bottom of filler neck to provide
space for fuel expansion.
3. Turn the fuel shut-off valve to the ON position.
4. Move the choke lever on the engine to CHOKE Isl position. (A warm engine
may not require choking.) See Figure 10.
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Figure 10
5. Move throttle control to START/RUN (Rabbit) kg position. See Figure 10.
6, Standing behind the unit, grasp starter handle and pull rope out until you
feel a drag.

OPERATION
NOTE: You will hear a noise as the engine finds the start of the compression cycle.
The noise is caused by the chipping and shredding flails, and you will hear it until
the engine impeller reaches full speed.
7. Pull the rope with a rapid, continuous, full arm stroke. Keep a firm
grip on the starter handle. Let the rope rewind slowly.
8. Repeat, if necessary, until engine starts. When engine starts,
move choke control gradually toward the RUN | + | position...
9. Ifengine falters, move choke control back toward the CHOKE \~| position
and repeat steps 5 though 8.
10. ALWAYS keep the throttle control in the START/RUN position when operating
the chipper shredder.
To Stop Engine
1. Move throttle control lever to slow (turtle} CY position. Whenever
possible, gradually reduce engine speed before stopping engine.
2. Move throttle control lever to STOP or OFF position.
3. Turn the fuel shut-off valve to the OFF position.
4. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent
accidental starting while the equipment is unattended.
Shredding
Yard waste such as leaves and pine needles can be placed in the hopper for
shredding. After material has been processed by the shredder blade and flails, it will
be forced out of the chute deflector, and, if attached, into a debris collection bag.
Observe the following guidelines when shredding yard debris:
Never attempt to shred material other than normal yard debris (leaves,
twigs, pine cones, etc,).
Avoid shredding fibrous plants such as tomato vines, palm fronds, etc., until
they are thoroughly dried out. Fresh vines do not shred well and tend to
wrap themselves around the impeller and flails.
Place reasonable amounts of debris into the hopper at a time. Do not
overload the hopper.
Allow the material in the hopper to be drawn into the blades and shredded
before adding additional debris to the hopper. Failure to due so may result in
a clogged hopper, clogged chute deflector or a stalled engine.
Chipping
Branches up to 3” in diameter can be fed into the chipper chute. Observe the
following guidelines when chipping branches:
Keep both hands firmly on the branch as you feed it into the chipper chute.
Never feed more than one branch into the chipper chute at a time.
Never feed anything other than branches (or wood} into the chipper chute,
Apply intermittent pressure (force, in short pulses) while feeding larger (3-
inch diameter) branches into the chipper chute, to avoid bogging or stalling
the engine.
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.
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NOTE: For best performance, always operate the unit with sharp chipper blades. ifa
noticeable loss in performance is encountered while chipping branches, the chipper
blades should be replaced.
Lowering The Hopper Assembly
1. With one hand grasp the handle at the top of the hopper assembly and lift
slightly.
With the other hand pull out on the release rod and lower the hopper
assembly to the ground.
To Empty Bag
1. _Un-clip drawstring and loosen bag from chute deflector opening.
2. Empty bag and reattach to the discharge chute opening. Pull on the
drawstring until the bag is tight around the chute opening and clip the
drawstring tight against the chute deflector.
IMPORTANT: The flail screen is located inside the housing in the discharge area. If
the flail screen becomes clogged, remove and clean as instructed in the Service and
Maintenance section. For best performance, it is also important to keep the chipper
blades sharp.

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
7 aati
Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage all controls
and stop the engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete
stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent
unintended starting. Always wear safety glasses during operation or while
performing any adjustments or repairs.
Follow the maintenance schedule given below. This chart describes service
guidelines only. Use the Service Log column to keep track of completed
maintenance tasks. To locate the nearest Sears Service Center or to schedule service,
simply contact Sears at 1-888-331-4569.
Tae aa BAe Service Log
Each Use 1. Engine oil level 1. Check
2. Loose or missing hardware 2. Tighten or replace
3. Unit and engine. 3. Clean
Ist 5 - 8 hours 1. Engine oil 1. Change
25 hours 1. Engine oilt 1. Change
2. Air cleaner 2. Replace
3. Control linkages and pivots 3. Lube with light oil
Annually or 50 hours 1. Engine oil 1. Change
2. ‘Muffler 2. Inspect
Annually or 100 hours 1. Spark plug 1. Clean, check and reset gap, or replace
spark plug.
Before Storage 1. Fuel system 1. Run engine until it stops from lack of fuel
or add a gasoline additive to the gas in
the tank.
+ Under heavy load or in high temperatures
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Always stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire before performing any
maintenance or adjustments. Always wear safety glasses during operation
or while performing any adjustments or repairs.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
Always observe all safety rules found on product labels and in this operator's
manual when performing any maintenance. Safety rules can be found on the
product labels and in this Operator's Manual beginning on page 3.
The warranty on this chipper shredder does not cover items that have
been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from
warranty, operator must maintain the equipment as
instructed here.
Some adjustments will have to be made periodically to maintain your unit
properly.
Periodically check all fasteners and make sure these are tight.
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
Checking the Spark Plug
Clean spark plug and reset the electrode gap to 0.030” at least once a season;
replace every 100 hours of operation.
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Clean area around the spark plug base. Do not sandblast spark plug. Spark
plug should be cleaned by scraping or wire brushing and washing witha
commercial solvent.
Remove and inspect the spark plug. Check gap to make sure it is set at .030”.
See Figure 11.
Replace the spark plug if electrodes are pitted, burned, or the porcelain is
cracked.
Electrode Porcelain
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Figure 11

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
Servicing the Air Cleaner
7 Wee tity
Do not use pressurized air or solvents to clean the air cleaner cartridge.
The air cleaner prevents damaging dirt, dust, etc., from entering the carburetor and
being forced into the engine and is important to engine life and performance. Never
run the engine without an air cleaner completely assembled.
Replace the air cleaner every 25 hours of operation.
1.
2.
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Loosen screws that hold the air filter cover.
Open cover and remove air filter. See Figure 12.
Cover
Figure 12
3. _ Discard old air filter.
4. Install new air filter.
5. Close the cover and tighten screws.
NOTE: If the filter is torn or damaged in any way, replace it.
Check Engine Oil
1. Make sure engine is level and the area around oil fill cap is clean.
2. Remove oil fill cap.
3. Oil should be near the top of the oil fill cap threads, almost to the point of
overflowing
Change Engine Oil
.
Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF,
SG, or SH. Select the oil’s SAE viscosity grade according to the expected
operating temperature. Refer to operation section for viscosity chart.
Change engine oil after the first five to eight hours of operation, and every
fifty hours or every season thereafter. Change oil every twenty five hours
when operating engine under heavy load or in high temperatures.
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To Drain Oil
1. Run the engine to warm the oil.
2. With engine OFF but still warm, disconnect the spark plug wire and keep it
away from spark plug.
3, Remove oil drain cap located at the base of the engine, and drain oil into an
appropriate receptacle. See Figure 13.
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Figure 13
A CAUTION
Used oil is a hazardous waste product. Dispose of used oil properly. Do not
discard with household waste. Check with your local authorities or Sears
Service Center for safe disposal/recycling facilities.
4. When engine is drained of all oil, replace and tighten the oil drain cap.
5. With the engine level, refill with approximately 28 oz. of fresh oil. Fill the oil
up into the threads of the oil fill plug, almost to the point of overflowing.
6. Replace the oil fill plug and wipe up any oil that may have spilled or
overflowed.
7, Replace spark plug wire before starting.

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
Service Muffler
7 NS
Temperature of muffler and nearby areas may exceed 150° F (65°C). Avoid
these areas.
Inspect muffler every 50 hours, and replace if necessary. Replacement parts
for the muffler must be the same and installed in the same position as the
original parts.
Clean Engine
Daily or before every use, clean grass, chaff or accumulated debris from
engine. Keep linkage, spring, and controls clean. Keep area around and
behind muffler free of any combustible debris.
Keeping engine clean allows air movement around engine.
Engine parts should be kept clean to reduce the risk of overheating and
ignition of accumulated debris.
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Do not use water to clean engine parts. Water could contaminate fuel
system. Use a brush or dry cloth.
Carburetor Adjustment
The carburetor on this engine is not adjustable.
Engine Speed
LUBRICATION
7 SS
Do not attempt to alter the engine speed by tampering with the engine’s
governor linkage. Doing so could result in serious personal injury and
damage to the engine. The engine RPM has been set at the factory.
Hopper Assembly- Lubricate the pivot points on the hopper assembly with
light oil once a season.
Discharge Chute- Lubricate the pivot points on the discharge chute with light
oil once a season.
Release Rod- Lubricate the release rod and spring with light oil once a
season.
CLEAN EQUIPMENT
Clean the chipper shredder thoroughly after each use.
Wash bag periodically with water. Allow to dry thoroughly in shade.
If the flail screen becomes clogged, remove and clean as instructed below.
NOTE: Cleaning with a forceful spray of water is not recommended as it could
contaminate the fuel system.
REMOVING THE FLAIL SCREEN
7 MS
Before performing any type of maintenance on the machine, wait for all
parts to stop moving and disconnect the spark plug wire. Failure to follow
this instruction could result in personal injury or property damage.
if the discharge area becomes clogged, remove the flail screen and clean area as
follows:
1. Stop the engine. Make certain the chipper shredder has come to a complete
stop.
2. __ Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and ground against the engine.
3. A. Remove the bag and two wing knobs on each side of the chute
deflector. See Figure 14.
Figure 14
B. __ Lift the chute deflector up to keep it out of the way.
C. Remove the two hairpin clips from each clevis pin which
extend through the housing and remove pins.
D. Remove the shredder screen from inside the housing and
clean the screen by scraping or washing with water. See Figure 14.
4. Reinstall the screen, making certain to reassemble the flail screen with the
curve side down.
5. Reattach the chute deflector with the hardware previously removed and
connect the bag to unit.
Sharpening Or Replacing Chipper Blades
1. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine.
2 Remove the flail screen as instructed in the previous section.
3. Remove the chipper chute by removing three hex nuts and washers.
4
Remove the chipper chute support brace from the frame by removing the
hex bolts.
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5. Rotate impeller assembly by hand until you locate one of two chipper blades
in the chipper chute opening.
6. Remove the blade by removing the internal hex screws, lock washers, and
hex nuts which secure it to the impeller. Retain the hardware. See Figure 15.
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Figure 15
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. Hold the Allen
wrench stationary and rotate the box (or socket) wrench to loosen the nut.
7. Install a replacement blade (Part No. 742-0544) with the hardware
removed earlier or sharpen and replace existing blade.
IMPORTANT: When sharpening the blade, protect hands by using gloves.
Follow the original angle of grind and make sure to remove an equal amount
from each blade.
8. To replace the other blade, rotate the impeller to expose the
second blade and repeat the steps above.
NOTE: Make certain blades are reassembled with the sharp edge facing the
same direction as when removed. Torque hardware to 250 - 300 in. Ibs.
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The impeller’s chipper blades and shredder blade are sharp. Wear leather
work gloves to protect your hands.
Sharpening Or Replacing the Shredder Blade
1. Stop the engine and make certain that all moving parts have come to a
complete stop.
2. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine.
3, Lower the hopper assembly and place a block under the flail housing.
4, Remove the six hex lock nuts and flat washers from the weld studs on the
flail housing. Retain the hardware.
5. Carefully separate the hopper assembly from the impeller assembly and
remove the shredder plate. The shredder plate can be identified by referring
to item 29 in the parts list on page 20 & 21.
NOTE: When reassembling the shredder plate, make certain the embossed
tab faces inward towards the impeller.
6. Remove the two wing knobs that secure the chute deflector and raise the
chute.
7. Insert a 1/2” or 3/4” diameter pipe through the shredder screen into the
impeller to keep it from turning or remove the flail screen and
insert a piece of wood into the chute opening.
8. A. Remove the two internal hex screws, lock washers, and hex
lock nuts which secure the shredder blade to the impeller.
B. Remove the hex bolt, lock washer, and flat washer to
completely free shredder blade. See Figure 16.
Weld Studs
Flail Housing
XY
Figure 16
9, Install a replacement blade (Part No. 742-0544) with the hardware
removed earlier or sharpen and replace existing blade.
IMPORTANT: When reassembling the shredder blade, tighten center bolt to
between 550 and 700 in.-Ibs. and the two outside bolts to between 250 and 350
in-lbs.
NOTE: Use a 3/16” hex key (Allen) wrench on the outside of the shredder blade and
a 1/2” box (or socket) wrench on the inside of the shredder blade. Hold the Allen
wrench stationary and rotate the box (or socket) wrench to loosen the nut. Use
caution when removing the blade to avoid contacting the weld studs on housing.
IMPORTANT: When sharpening the blade, follow the original angle of grind as a
guide. It is extremely important that each cutting edge receives an equal amount of
grinding to prevent an unbalanced blade. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive
vibration when rotating at high speeds and may cause damage to the unit. The
blade can be tested by balancing it on a screwdriver or nail. Remove metal from the
heavy side until it is balanced evenly.
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OFF-SEASON STORAGE
A WARNING
Never store chipper shredder with fuel in tank indoors or in poorly ventilated
areas where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark, or pilot light as ona
furnace, water heater, clothes dryer, or gas appliance.
Preparing the Engine
For engines stored over 30 days:
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Preparing the Chipper/Shredder
When storing the chipper shredder in an unventilated or metal storage
1. Toprevent gum from forming in fuel system or on carburetor parts, run shed, care should be taken to rustproof the non-painted surfaces. Using a
engine until it stops from lack of fuel or add a gasoline additive to the gas light oil or silicone, coat the equipment, especially any springs, bearings, and
in the tank. If you use a gas additive, run the engine for several minutes to cables.
circulate the additive through the carburetor—after which the engine and Remove all dirt from exterior of engine and equipment.
fuel can be stored up to six months. Follow lubrication recommendations.
2. While engine is stil warm, change the oil. See Change Engine Oil in SERVICE Store equipment in a clean, dry area. Do not store next to corrosive materials,
AND MAINTENANCE section. such as fertilizer. Do not store in an area where equipment is present that
3. Remove spark plug and pour approximately 1 02. (30 ml) of clean engine oil may use a pilot light or has a component that can create a spark.
into the cylinder. Pull the recoil starter several times to distribute the oil, and
reinstall the spark plug.
4. Clean engine of surface debris.

TROUBLESHOOTING
A WARNING
Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage all controls and stop
the engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect spark
plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting. Always wear
safety glasses during operation or while performing any adjustments or repairs.
This section addresses minor service issues. To locate the nearest Sears Service Center or to schedule service, call the following toll free number: 1-888-331-4569.
(at) TITS uth
Engine fails to start 1. Throttle lever not in correct starting position 1. Move throttle lever to START/RUN position.
2. Choke not in the CHOKE position 2. Move CHOKE to the CHOKE position.
3. Spark plug wire disconnected 3. Connect wire to spark plug.
4, Faulty spark plug 4. Clean, adjust gap, or replace.
5. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel 5. _ Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
6. Cannot pull recoil cord 6. Obstruction lodged in impeller. Disconnect spark plug wire
and remove lodged object.
7. _ Engine flooded 7. Wait a few minutes to restart.
Engine runs erratically 1. _-Unit running on CHOKE 1. Move choke lever to the RUN position.
2. Spark plug wire loose 2. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
3. Stale fuel 3. Fill tank with fresh gasoline.
4. Water or dirt in fuel system 4. Refill with fresh fuel.
5. Dirty air cleaner 5. Clean or replace air cleaner filter.
6. Lowengine RPM 6. Always run engine at full throttle.
7. Carburetor out of adjustment 7. Contact your Sears Parts & Repair Center.
Engine overheats 1. Engine oil level low 1, Fill engine with proper amount and type of oil.
2. Airflow restricted 2. Clean debris from around the engine’s cooling fins and
blower housing.
Engine hesitates at high RPMs 1. Spark plug gap set too close 1. Remove spark plug and adjust gap.
Engine idles poorly 1. Fouled spark plug 1. Replace spark plug and adjust gap.
2. Dirty air deaner 2. Replace air cleaner cartridge.
Excessive vibration 1. Loose parts or damaged impeller 1. Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire.
Contact your Sears Parts & Repair Center.
Unit does not discharge 1. Chute deflector clogged 1. Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire.
ae : Clean flail screen and inside of discharge opening.
2. Foreign object lodged in impeller ; /
2. Stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire. Remove lodged
object.
3. Low engine RPM 3. Always run engine at full throttle.
Rate of discharge slows considerably | 1. Low engine RPM 1. Always run engine at full throttle.
or composition of discharged 2. Chipper blade dull 2. Replace or sharpen chipper blade or contact your Sears Parts
material changes & Repair Center.
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agreement; also, 25% off regular price of preventive maintenance check
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The Repair Protection Agreement is a risk-free purchase. If you cancel for any reason during the
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Sears Brands Management Corporation (Sears), the California Air Resources Board (CARB)
and the United States Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA)
Emission Control System Warranty Statement (Owner’s Defect Warranty Rights and Obligations)
EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY COVERAGE IS APPLICABLE 10 CERTIFIED ENGINES
PURCHASED IN CALIFORNIA IN 1995 AND THEREAFTER, WHICH ARE USED IN CALIFORNIA,
AND TO CERTIFIED MODEL YEAR 1997 AND LATER ENGINES WHICH ARE PURCHASED AND
USED ELSEWHERE IN THE UNITED STATES (AND AFTER JANUARY 1, 2007 IN CANADA).
California and United States Emission Control Defects Warranty Statement
The California Air Resources Board (CARB), U.S. EPA and Sears are pleased to explain the
Emission Control System Warranty on your model year 2000 and later small off-road
engine (SORE), In California, new small off-road engines must be designed, built and
equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog standards. Elsewhere in the United
States, new non-road, spark-ignition engines certified for model year 1997 and later
must meet similar standards set forth by the U.S. EPA. Sears must warrant the emission
control system on your engine for the periods of time listed below, provided there has
been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your small off-road engine. Your
emission control system includes parts such as the carburetor, air cleaner, ignition
system, muffler and catalytic converter. Also included may be connectors and other
emission related assemblies. Where a warrantable condition exists, Sears will repair
your small off-road engine at no cost to you including diagnosis, parts and labor.
Sears Emission Control Defects Warranty Coverage
Small off-road engines are warranted relative to emission control parts defects for a
period of one year, subject to provisions set forth below. If any covered part on your
engine is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by Sears.
Owner’s Warranty Responsibilities
As the small off-road engine owner, you are responsible for the performance of the
required maintenance listed in your Operating and Maintenance Instructions. Sears
recommends that you retain all your receipts covering maintenance on your small
off-road engine, but Sears cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for
your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance. As the small
off-road engine owner, you should however be aware that Sears may deny you warranty
coverage if your smail off-road engine or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect,
improper maintenance or unapproved modifications. You are responsible for presenting
your small off-road engine to an Authorized Sears Service Dealer as soon as a problem
exists. The undisputed warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount
of time, not to exceed 30 days. Ifyou have any questions regarding your warranty rights
and responsibilities, you should contact a Sears Service Representative at 1-800-469-
4663. The emission warranty is a defects warranty. Defects are judged on normal engine
performance. The warranty is not related to an in-use emission test.
Sears Emission Control Defects Warranty Provisions
The following are specific provisions relative to your Emission Control Defects Warranty
Coverage. It is in addition to the Sears engine warranty for non-regulated engines found
in the Operating and Maintenance Instructions.
1. Warranted Parts
Coverage under this warranty extends only to the parts listed below (the
emission control systems parts) to the extent these parts were present on the
engine purchased.
a. Fuel Metering System
+ Cold start enrichment system
+ Carburetor and internal parts
+ Fuel Pump
b. Air Induction System
+ Air cleaner
+ Intake manifold
c. Ignition System
+ Spark plug(s)
+ Magneto ignition system
d. Catalyst System
+ Catalytic converter
+ Exhaust manifold
+ Airinjection system or pulse valve
e. Miscellaneous Items Used in Above Systems
+ Vacuum, temperature, position, time sensitive valves and switches
+ Connectors and assemblies
2. Length of Coverage
Sears warrants to the initial owner and each subsequent purchaser that the
Warranted Parts shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship which
caused the failure of the Warranted Parts for a period of one year from the date
the engine is delivered to a retail purchaser.
3. No Charge
Repair or replacement of any Warranted Part will be performed at no charge to
the owner, including diagnostic labor which leads to the determination that a
Warranted Part is defective, if the diagnostic work is performed at an Authorized
Sears Service Dealer. For emissions warranty service contact your nearest
Authorized Sears Service Dealer as listed in the “Yellow Pages” under “Engines,
Gasoline,” “Gasoline Engines,” “Lawn Mowers,” or similar category.
4. Claims and Coverage Exclusions
Warranty claims shall be filed in accordance with the provisions of the Sears
Engine Warranty Policy. Warranty coverage shall be excluded for failures of
Warranted Parts which are not original Sears parts or because of abuse, neglect
or improper maintenance as set forth in the Sears Engine Warranty Policy. Sears
is not liable to cover failures of Warranted Parts caused by the use of add-on,
non-original, or modified parts.
5. Maintenance
Any Warranted Part which is not scheduled for replacement as required
maintenance or which is scheduled only for regular inspection to the effect of
“repair or replace as necessary” shall be warranted as to defects for the warranty
period. Any Warranted Part which is scheduled for replacement as required
maintenance shall be warranted as to defects only for the period of time up
to the first scheduled replacement for that part. Any replacement part that is
equivalent in performance and durability may be used in the performance of
any maintenance or repairs. The owner is responsible for the performance of
all required maintenance, as defined in the Sears Operating and Maintenance
instructions.
6. Consequential Coverage
Coverage hereunder shall extend to the failure of any engine components caused
by the failure of any Warranted Part still under warranty.
In the USA and Canada, a 24 hour hot line, 1-800-469-4663, has a menu of pre-recorded messages offering you engine maintenance information.
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GARANTIA
CRAFTSMAN DE GARANTIA LIMITADA
POR DOS ANOS a partir de la fecha de compra, este producto esta garantizado contra cualquier defecto de material o mano de obra.
CON EL COMPROBANTE DE VENTA, un producto defectuoso serd recibir la reparacion o el reemplazo libre a opci6n del vendedor.
Para obtener informacién detallada cobertura de la garantia para obtener la reparacién o sustituci6n gratuita, visite el sitio web: www.
craftsman.com/warranty
Esta garantia cubre los defectos SOLO de materiales y fabricacion. La garantia no incluye:
+ — Elementos reutilizables que pueden gastarse por el uso normal dentro del periodo de garantia, tales como las cuchillas, bujias, filtro de
aire, pantalla de desgranado y una bolsa.
+ — Producto dafios resultantes de los intentos del usuario de modificacién del producto, reparacién o causados por accesorios de productos.
+ — Reparaciones necesarias debido al accidente o por no operar o mantener el producto segtin las instrucciones provistas.
+ — Ei mantenimiento preventivo o reparaciones necesarias debido a una mezcla incorrecta de combustible, combustible contaminado o
pasado.
Esta garantia es invalida si este producto se utiliza al mismo tiempo la prestacin de servicios comerciales o si se alquila a otra persona.
Esta garantia le otorga derechos legales especificos, y usted también puede tener otros derechos que varian de estado a estado.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
ESPECIFICACIONES
DEL
NUMERO
DE
MODELO
PRODUCTO
Serie:
1450
Numero
de
modelo
Tipo
de
aceite
del
motor:
SAE
30
Numero
de
serie
Fecha de compra
Capacidad de aceite del motor: 28 onzas
EI combustible: Gasolina sin Plomo Registre arriba el numero del modelo, el numero de
serie y la fecha de compra
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