EarthQuake 14267 User manual

Operator’s Manual
Original Operating Instructions
Chipper Shredders
P/N: 14306
ECN: 10405
REV4: 05/30/14
© 2014 Ardisam, Inc.
All Rights Reserved
Get parts online at
www.getearthquake.com
GAS/OIL
RATIO
50:1
Model No. Description
14267 212cc Viper Earthquake Chipper Shredder
19307 212cc Viper Earthquake Chipper Shredder
14268 212cc Viper Earthquake Chipper Shredder (CE)
9060300 8.50 Torque Rated Briggs Earthquake Chipper Shredder
9060140 8.25 Torque Rated Briggs Earthquake Chipper Shredder (CE)
9070300 11.50 Torque Rated Briggs Earthquake Chipper Shredder
9010400 14.50 Torque Rated Briggs Earthquake Chipper Shredder
12547 14.50 Torque Rated Briggs Earthquake Chipper Shredder (CE)
1692327 Tow Bar Kit
1692210 Vacuum Kit
Includes: 14306-0001R1

Operator’s Manual
Chipper Shredders
2Check for parts online at www.getearthquake.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your investment in quality. Thank you for purchasing a Chipper Shredder from Earthquake®. We have worked
to ensure that your product meets the highest standards for usability and durability. With proper care, your Chipper Shredder will
provide many years of service.
Please read this entire manual before installation and use. Earthquake reserves the right to change, alter or improve the
product and this document at any time without prior notice.
CONTENTS
Registration and Service............................................................................................................................................................................................................2
Warnings and Safety Precautions....................................................................................................................................................................................... 3-4
General Operation ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................4-5
Transportaion and Storage.......................................................................................................................................................................................................5
Service and Maintenance..........................................................................................................................................................................................................5
Safety Decals.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 6-8
Assembly ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................9-11
Features & Controls....................................................................................................................................................................................................................12
General Operating Safety................................................................................................................................................................................................. 13-14
Chipping and Shredding Recommendations..................................................................................................................................................................15
Maintenance ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 16-19
Troubleshooting Chart.............................................................................................................................................................................................................20
Repair....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 21-22
Specications...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................23
Parts & Accessories ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................23
Illustrated Parts Breakdown............................................................................................................................................................................................. 24-30
Declairation of Conformity .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 31-35
Warranty ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................36
This manual may contain information for several models. Read and keep this manual for future reference. This manual contains important
information on SAFETY, ASSEMBLY, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE. The owner must be certain that all the product information is included with
the unit. This information includes the MANUAL, the REPLACEMENT PARTS and the WARRANTIES. This information must be included to make sure
state laws and other laws are followed. This manual should remain with the engine even if it is resold.
OWNERSHIP RECORDS
Owner’s Name:
Owner’s Address:
City: State/Province: Zip Code/Postal Code:
Model Number: Serial Number:
Date of Purchase:
Notes:
REGISTRATION AND SERVICE
Record the engine model number and serial number in the space provided for easy reference when ordering parts or requesting
technical support. Excluding emissions-related warranty items, the warranty is valid only if the completed registration is received
by Ardisam within 30 days of purchase. SEE WARRANTY SECTION FOR MORE INFORMATION. You can register your warranty
online by visiting www.getearthquake.com, or by mailing it to: Ardisam, 1160 Eighth Avenue, Cumberland, WI 54829. If you do
not have a computer, call our customer service department at [phone] Mondays through Fridays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CST.
Federal Emissions Information
Earthquake warrants to the retail purchaser, that this small, o-road engine
was designed, built and equipped to conform at the time of initial sale to all
applicable regulations of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
SERIAL
NUMBER
DECAL 14306-0002R1

3Check for parts online at www.getearthquake.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5
Operator’s Manual
Chipper Shredders
WARNINGS AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Owner’s Responsibility
Accurate assembly, and safe and eective use of the chipper
shredder is the owner’s responsibility.
• Read and follow all safety instructions.
• Carefully follow all assembly instructions.
• Maintain the chipper shredder according to directions
and schedule included in this Earthquake operator’s
manual.
• Ensure that anyone who uses the chipper shredder is
familiar with all controls and safety precautions.
Special Messages
Your manual contains special messages to bring attention to
potential safety concerns, machine damage as well as helpful
operating and servicing information. Please read all the
information carefully to avoid injury and machine damage.
NOTE: General information is given throughout the
manual that may help the operator in the
operation or service of the machine.
Important Safety Precautions
Please read this section carefully. Operate the chipper
shredder according to the safety instructions and
recommendations outlined here and inserted throughout the
text. Anyone who uses this chipper shredder must read the
instructions and be familiar with the controls. Learn how to
control the chipper shredder at all times.
This symbol points out important safety
instructions which if not followed could
endanger your personal safety. Read and
follow all instructions in this manual before
attempting to operate this equipment.
• Do not allow children to operate this chipper shredder.
Keep small children away from the area being tilled. Do
not allow adults to operate the chipper shredder without
proper instruction.
Preparation
• Dress appropriately when operating the chipper
shredder. Always wear sturdy footwear and safety
goggles. Never wear sandals, sneakers or open
shoes, and never operate the chipper shredder with
bare feet. Do not wear loose clothing that might get
caught in moving parts.
• Make sure chipper shredder is free of debris before
starting the engine.
• Do not allow anyone near the equipment while it is
running.
• Do not operate without the debris bag in place
because this unit discharges debris at high speeds.
• Never attempt to make any adjustments while the
engine is running.
• Handle fuel with care; it is highly ammable.
a. Use an approved fuel container.
b. Never add fuel to a running engine or hot engine.
c. Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never ll
fuel tank indoors.
d. Replace gasoline cap securely and clean up spilled
fuel before restarting.
DANGER
DANGER INDICATES A SERIOUS INJURY OR FATALITY
WILL RESULT IF THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS THAT
FOLLOW THIS SIGNAL WORD ARE NOT OBEYED.
WARNING
WARNING INDICATES A SERIOUS INJURY OR FATALITY
COULD RESULT IF THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS THAT
FOLLOW THIS SIGNAL WORD ARE NOT OBEYED.
CAUTION
CAUTION INDICATES YOU CAN OR YOUR EQUIPMENT
CAN BE HURT IF THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS THAT
FOLLOW THIS SIGNAL WORD ARE NOT OBEYED.
WARNING
YOU MUST READ, UNDERSTAND AND COMPLY WITH
ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IN
THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO SETUP AND
OPERATE YOUR ROTOTILLER.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH ALL SAFETY AND
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN LOSS OF
MACHINE CONTROL, SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY TO
YOU AND/OR BYSTANDERS, AND RISK OF EQUIPMENT
AND PROPERTY DAMAGE. THE TRIANGLE IN THE TEXT
SIGNIFIES IMPORTANT CAUTIONS OR WARNINGS
WHICH MUST BE FOLLOWED.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
ENGINE EXHAUST FROM THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS
CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
TO CAUSE CANCER, BIRTH DEFECTS, OR OTHER
REPRODUCTIVE HARM.
IMPORTANT
IMPORTANT INDICATES HELPFUL INFORMATION
FOR PROPER ASSEMBLY, OPERATION, OR
MAINTENANCE OF YOUR EQUIPMENT.

Operator’s Manual
Chipper Shredders
4Check for parts online at www.getearthquake.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5
DANGER
THE CHIPPER SHREDDER HAS SPINNING BLADES
THAT CAN AMPUTATE HANDS AND FEET. DO NOT
PLACE HANDS OR FEET IN THE HOPPER OR CHIPPER
CONE, OR DISCHARGE CHUTE.
WARNING
THIS UNIT DISCHARGES DEBRIS AT HIGH SPEEDS.
ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE GOGGLES AND DO NOT
OPERATE WITHOUT THE DEBRIS BAG IN PLACE.
DO NOT ALLOW ANYONE IN THE AREA WHILE THE
UNIT IS RUNNING. IF SOMEONE DOES ENTER THE
AREA, SHUT THE UNIT OFF IMMEDIATELY UNTIL
THEY LEAVE. ORGANIZE THE WORK AREA PRIOR TO
STARTING WORK.
Training
1. Read the operating and service instructions carefully.
Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper
use of the equipment. Know how to stop the unit and
disengage the control quickly.
2. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children, and pets.
GENERAL OPERATION
1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the
manual and on the unit before starting.
2. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under
the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all
times.
3. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the
instructions, to operate the unit (local regulations can
restrict operator age).
4. Be sure the area is clear of other people before operating.
Stop the unit if anyone enters the area.
5. Never direct discharge material toward anyone. Avoid
discharging material against a wall or obstruction.
Material may ricochet back toward the operator.
6. Operate the machine only in daylight or good articial
light.
7. Do not operate the unit while under the inuence of
alcohol or drugs.
8. Always wear eye and hearing protection when operating
this unit.
9. Keep in mind the operator is responsible for accidents
occurring to other people or property.
10. It is a violation of California Public Resource Code Section
4442 to use or operate the engine on or near any forest-
covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless the
exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting
any applicable local or state laws. Other states or federal
areas may have similar laws.
11. Always operate the chipper shredder outdoors, on a rm,
level, earthen or grassy surface where the unit will be
stable and stay in position. Never attempt to operate the
unit on a slope, or on a wet or slippery surface where you
could slip and fall toward the chipper cone or hopper
openings.
12. Never operate the chipper shredder on asphalt, concrete,
or other hard surfaces as material being ejected out of
the discharge chute could ricochet, causing injury to you
or bystanders.
13. Always obey the size limitations for tree limbs and
branches stated in the Waste Materials Guide portion of
this manual.
IMPORTANT
THE RIGHT AND LEFT SIDES OF YOUR CHIPPER
SHREDDER ARE DETERMINED FROM THE OPERATING
POSITION, STANDING AND FACING THE UNIT.
ENGINE IS SHIPPED FROM FACTORY WITHOUT OIL.
YOU MUST ADD ENGINE OIL BEFORE STARTING
ENGINE.
14. Never leave the machine running unattended. Always
turn o the engine, wait for the rotor to come to a
complete stop, and disconnect the spark plug before
leaving the area. Always move the unit to a safe storage
area when not in use.
15. Always maintain secure footing and solid balance while
starting or operating the chipper shredder. Never lean
directly over the machine.
16. Always stand to the side of the chipper cone when
feeding tree limbs and branches into the unit, as tree
limbs, branches, and harder woods may kick back while
being chipped.
17. Always keep hands out of the chipper cone and shredder
hopper when feeding materials. Never wrap ngers
tightly around branches as you are feeding them into the
unit, as a sudden inward surge could pull your hands and
arms into the unit.
18. Never allow material to build up in the discharge area
or shredding chamber, as this may cause new material
being fed into the machine to kickback with sucient
force to injure you or other bystanders.
19. Never allow material to build up around the engine
during chipper shredder operation. This could result in a
re, or overheating of the engine.
20. Never attempt to reposition or move the chipper
shredder unit while it is running. Doing so could cause
the machine to tip over, and reaching to steady the unit
could result in accidental insertion of your hands into the
chipper cone or shredder hopper areas.

5Check for parts online at www.getearthquake.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5
Operator’s Manual
Chipper Shredders
21. Never continue to operate the machine if it starts
making unusual noise or vibration. Shut the engine o
immediately, allow the rotor to stop, disconnect the
spark plug wire and secure the wire away from the spark
plug. Inspect the unit for any signs of damage or foreign
material in the chipping or shredding areas. Remove
any solid material that may be preventing the unit from
operating properly.
22. Never attempt to clear clogs from the chipper cone,
shredder hopper or discharge chute while the unit is
running. Always shut the engine o, allow the rotor to
come to a complete stop, and remove the spark plug wire
from the spark plug before removing excess materials.
23. Never attempt to perform any maintenance, repairs,
or attachment of accessories while the unit is running.
Always shut the unit o, allow the rotor to come to a
complete stop, and remove the spark plug wire from the
spark plug before beginning these activities.
24. Always make sure that the shredding chamber, shredder
hopper, and chipper cone are empty before starting
the unit after it has been idle. Attempting to start the
unit with material in these areas could cause the engine
starting cord to stop suddenly, injuring your hand and
ngers, or toppling the unit over. Vibration is generally a
warning sign of trouble.
25. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, shut o the
engine and make certain that all moving parts have come
to a complete stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire and
secure the wire away from the spark plug to prevent
accidental starting.
26. Do not operate the engine in a conned space where
dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
27. Never operate the machine without proper guards,
plates, or other safety protective devices in place.
28. Use only attachments and accessories approved of by the
manufacturer of the machine.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
1. Always observe safe refueling and fuel handling practices
when refueling the unit after transportation or storage.
2. Never store the unit (with fuel) in an enclosed poorly
ventilated structure. Fuel vapors can travel to an ignition
source (such as a furnace, water heater, etc.) and cause
an explosion. Fuel vapor is also toxic to humans and
animals.
3. Always use the hopper handle and built-in wheels to
move the chipper shredder. Never lift the unit using the
fuel tank for support. If the unit must be lifted , always
use at least two people, and always grip the unit securely
using the front leg and hopper handle.
4. Always follow the engine manual instructions for storage
preparations before storing the unit for both short and
long term periods.
5. Always follow the engine manual instructions for proper
start-up procedures when returning the unit to service.
6. Never store the unit or fuel container inside where there
is an open ame or pilot light, such as in a water heater.
Allow unit to cool before storing.
Children
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the
presence of children. Children are often attracted to the unit
and the operating activity. Never assume that children will
remain where you last saw them.
1. Keep children out of the work area and under the
watchful care of another responsible adult.
2. Be alert and turn unit o if children enter the area.
3. Never allow children to operate the unit.
Emissions
1. Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals
known, in certain quantities, to cause cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm.
2. Look for the relevant Emissions Durability Period and Air
Index information on the engine emissions label.
Ignition System
1. This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-
002.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
Safe Handling of Gasoline
1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources
of ignition.
2. Use only approved gasoline containers.
3. Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the engine
running. Allow the engine to cool before refueling.
4. Never fuel the machine indoors.
5. Never store the machine or fuel container where there is
an open ame, spark, or pilot light such as near a water
heater or other appliance.
6. Never ll containers inside a vehicle or on a truck bed
with a plastic bed liner. Always place containers on the
ground away from your vehicle before lling.
7. 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.