Echo Bear Cat SC3306 User manual
Before You Begin
DEAR ECHO Bear Cat®CUSTOMER
Thank you for purchasing an ECHO Bear Cat product. The ECHO Bear Cat line is designed, tested, and manufactured
to give years of dependable performance. To keep your machine operating at peak eciency, it is necessary to adjust
it correctly and make regular inspections. The following pages will assist you in the operation and maintenance of your
machine. Please read and understand this manual before operating your machine.
If you have any questions or comments about this manual, please call us toll-free at 888.625.4520.
If you have any questions or problems with your machine, please call or write your local authorized ECHO Bear Cat
dealer.
This document is based on information available at the time of its publication. ECHO Bear Cat is continually making
improvements and developing new equipment. In doing so, we reserve the right to make changes or add improvements
to our product without obligation for equipment previously sold.
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A warranty card is included in your owner’s kit packaged with your machine. Please take the time to ll in the information
requested on the card. When you send your completed card to us, we will register your machine and start your coverage
under our limited warranty or go to bearcatproducts.com/Product-Support/Product-Registration.
© 2018, CRARY®INDUSTRIES, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. PRODUCED AND PRINTED IN THE U.S.A.
FOR MACHINE SERVICE OR PARTS
For service assistance, contact your nearest authorized
ECHO Bear Cat dealer or the factory. For parts, contact
your authorized dealer. The parts manual for your
machine is available at bearcatproducts.com/Product-
Support/Find-A-Product-Manual. Your dealer will need to
know the identication number of your machine to provide
the most ecient service. See below for information on
how to identify and record the identication number for
your machine.
FOR ENGINE SERVICE OR PARTS
For engine service or parts, contact your nearest
authorized engine dealer. ECHO Bear Cat does not
handle any parts, repairs or warranties for engines.
ORDERING PARTS
Only genuine ECHO Bear Cat replacement parts should
be used to repair the machine. Replacement parts
manufactured by others could present safety hazards,
even though they may t on this machine. Replacement
parts are available from your ECHO Bear Cat dealer.
Provide the following when ordering parts:
The SERIAL NUMBER or VIN of your machine.
The PART NUMBER of the part.
The PART DESCRIPTION.
The QUANTITY needed.
HOW TO CONTACT ECHO Bear Cat
ADDRESS PHONE E-MAIL HOURS
237 NW 12th Street
P.O. Box 849
West Fargo, ND 58078
888.625.4520
701.282.5520
Fax: 701.282.9522
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Central Time
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER LOCATION
Your machine will have a serial number. Serial numbers
are located on the machine body. They are 6-digit
numbers. For the exact location of the serial number,
see the parts manual available at bearcatproducts.com/
Product-Support/Find-A-Product-Manual.
Record your identication number in the space provided
and on the warranty registration card.
SERIAL NUMBER
MANUFACTURED BY CRARY INDUSTRIES
MANUFACTURED IN U.S.A.
XXXXXX
WEST FARGO, NORTH DAKOTA 58078 U.S.A.
SERIAL NUMBER
LIMITED WARRANTY
This warranty applies to all ECHO Bear Cat®Outdoor Power Equipment manufactured by Crary®Industries, Inc. and does not
include gas engine or electric powered pressure washers under the ECHO Bear Cat brand. See ECHO Bear Cat Pressure
Washer Limited Warranty for complete warranty details on those products.
Crary Industries, Inc. warrants to the original owner each new ECHO Bear Cat product to be free from defects in material and
workmanship, under normal use and service. The warranty shall extend, from date of purchase, 3 years (U.S. and Canada
only (2 years outside U.S. and Canada)) for Consumer use of the product, 1 year for Commercial applications and 6 months
for Rental applications. Replacement parts and accessories are warranted for (90) days from date of installation. Batteries for
Inverters and Generators are warranted for ninety (90) days from the date of purchase.
“Consumer” dened as: complete unit for personal, residential or non-income producing use.
“Commercial” dened as: complete unit for commercial, institutional, property management, agricultural, horticultural or income
producing use.
“Rental” dened as: complete unit for rental purposes to produce income.
*Models SC2163, SC2170, SC3206 & SC3208 are classied as Consumer grade products and will not qualify for warranty
coverage if used for Commercial or Rental purposes.
The product is warranted to the original owner by either a completed warranty registration on le at Crary Industries, Inc. and/or
proof of sale. Warranty coverage begins on the date of purchase. The warranty registration can be registered on-line by visiting
bearcatproducts.com/Product-Support/Product-Registration or the paper card completed and returned to Crary Industries, Inc.
In the event of a failure, return the product, at your cost, along with proof of purchase to the selling ECHO Bear Cat dealer. Crary
Industries, Inc. will, at its option, repair or replace any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship. Warranty on any
repairs will not extend beyond the product warranty. Repair or attempted repair by anyone other than an authorized ECHO Bear
Cat dealer as well as subsequent failure or damage that may occur as a result of that work will not be paid under this warranty.
Crary Industries, Inc. does not warrant replacement components not manufactured or sold by Crary Industries, Inc.
1. This warranty applies only to parts or components that are defective in material or workmanship.
2. This warranty does not cover normal wear items including, but not limited to: batteries, bearings, belts, pulleys, lters,
chipper blades, shredder ails or knives.
3. This warranty does not cover normal maintenance, service or adjustments.
4. This warranty does not cover depreciation or damage due to misuse, negligence, accident or improper maintenance.
5. This warranty does not cover damage due to improper setup, installation or adjustment.
6. This warranty does not cover damage due to unauthorized modications of the product.
7. Engines are warranted by the respective engine manufacturer and are not covered by this warranty.
ECHO Bear Cat’s Demo Fleet Warranty Program includes the following distributor guidelines. On the rst day the machine is
used for demonstration, all demo units must be registered to the distributor. A demo unit is under warranty to the distributor as
long as it is in the demo eet, a term which cannot exceed two years. If delivery date to the distributor is more than one year prior
to the date unit enters the demo eet, the warranty is expired. All units sold to customers within the demo period will be granted
a six month commercial warranty or one year consumer warranty. In order for these warranties to be eective, all registrations
must be changed to new owner once units are sold. Should unit be sold to customer outside of the demo period, no warranty
is oered by the manufacturer.
Crary Industries, Inc. is not liable for any property damage, personal injury or death resulting from the unauthorized modication
or alteration of an ECHO Bear Cat product or from the owner’s failure to assemble, install, maintain or operate the product in
accordance with the provisions of the Owner’s manual.
Crary Industries, Inc. is not liable for indirect, incidental or consequential damages or injuries including but not limited to loss of
crops, loss of prots, rental of substitute equipment or other commercial loss.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights. You may have other rights that may vary from area to area.
Crary Industries, Inc. makes no warranties, representations or promises, expressed or implied as to the performance of its
products other than those set forth in this warranty. Neither the dealer nor any other person has any authority to make any
representations, warranties or promises on behalf of Crary Industries, Inc. or to modify the terms or limitations of this warranty
in any way. Crary Industries, Inc., at its discretion, may periodically oer limited, written enhancements to this warranty.
CRARY INDUSTRIES, INC. RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE THE DESIGN AND/OR SPECIFICATIONS OF ITS
PRODUCTS AT ANY TIME WITHOUT OBLIGATION TO PREVIOUS PURCHASERS OF ITS PRODUCTS.
ENGLISH
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 SAFETY .................................................................. 1
1.1 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL........................................ 1
1.2 FIRE HAZARD INFORMATION................................ 1
1.3 BEFORE OPERATING.............................................. 2
1.4 OPERATION SAFETY............................................... 2
1.5 BATTERY SAFETY.................................................... 3
1.6 MAINTENANCE/STORAGE SAFETY...................... 3
1.7 SAFETY DECALS ..................................................... 4
1.8 SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS ................................. 5
2 ASSEMBLY............................................................. 6
2.1 NON-CE COMPLIANT ASSEMBLY.......................... 6
2.2 CE COMPLIANT ASSEMBLY ................................... 7
2.3 ADD OIL TO ENGINE................................................ 8
2.4 FILL THE FUEL TANK............................................... 8
2.5 INSTALL BATTERY (SC3306E)................................ 8
3 FEATURES & CONTROLS ................................... 9
4 OPERATION......................................................... 11
4.1 STARTING ENGINE.................................................11
4.2 OPERATING THE CHIPPER...................................11
4.3 CHIPPER OPERATION GUIDELINES .................. 12
4.4 SLOWING AND STOPPING THE CHIPPER
ROTOR AND ENGINE .................................................. 13
5 SERVICE & MAINTENANCE.............................. 14
5.1 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ................................. 14
5.2 ROTOR LOCK ......................................................... 15
5.3 CHIPPER BLADES MAINTENANCE..................... 15
5.4 REMOVING THE BLADES ..................................... 15
5.5 SHARPENING THE BLADES................................. 16
5.6 INSTALLING THE BLADES.................................... 16
5.7 SHREDDER KNIVES MAINTENANCE.................. 17
5.8 REMOVING THE SHREDDER KNIVES ................ 17
5.9 ADJUSTING THE CHIPPER ANVIL....................... 17
5.10 CLEARING A PLUGGED ROTOR........................ 18
5.11 CHANGING THE DISCHARGE SCREEN ........... 18
5.12 BELT GUIDE ADJUSTMENTS ............................. 19
5.13 DRIVE BELTS........................................................ 20
5.14 REMOVING THE ROTOR..................................... 20
5.15 LUBRICATION....................................................... 21
6 TROUBLESHOOTING......................................... 22
7 SPECIFICATIONS ............................................... 24
7.1 BOLT TORQUE........................................................ 25
8 OPTIONS.............................................................. 26
13 INCH CHIPPER/SHREDDER
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Section
1 SAFETY
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
DANGER
1.1 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION
The Owner/Operator’s manual uses this symbol to alert
you of potential hazards. Whenever you see this symbol,
read and obey the safety message that follows it. Failure
to obey the safety message could result in personal injury,
death or property damage.
Federal, state, and local laws may prohibit the operation
of an internal combustion engine using hydrocarbon
fuels on any forest covered, brush
covered or grass covered land or on
land covered with grain, hay or other
ammable agricultural crops, without
an engine spark arrestor in continuous
eective working order.
The engine on your power equipment,
like most outdoor power equipment, is an internal
combustion engine that burns gasoline or diesel fuel
(hydrocarbons). If operating your power equipment in
aected areas, it must be equipped with a spark arrestor
in continuous eective working order. The spark arrestor
must be attached to the engine exhaust system in such a
manner that ames or heat from the system will not ignite
ammable material.
Failure of the owner/operator of the equipment to comply
with federal, state, and local laws may subject him or her
to nes and/or other penalties. Contact your local re
marshal or forest service for specic information about
which regulations apply in your area.
The standard muer installed on the engine is spark
arrestor capable. Spark arrestors require regular
maintenance. See the Service & Maintenance section of
this manual for more information.
Contact local re authorities for laws or regulations
regarding re prevention requirements.
1.2 FIRE HAZARD INFORMATION
23 INCH CHIPPER/SHREDDER
SAFETY
1. Always stand clear of discharge area when operating
this machine. Keep face and body away from feed
and discharge openings.
2. Keep hands and feet out of feed and discharge
openings while machine is operating to avoid serious
personal injury. Stop and allow
machine to come to a complete
stop before clearing obstructions.
3. Set up your work site so you are
not endangering trac and the
public. Take great care to provide
adequate warnings.
4. Do not climb on machine when operating. Keep
proper balance and footing at all times.
5. Check cutting chamber to verify it is empty before
starting the machine.
6. The rotor will continue to rotate after being disengaged.
Shut o the machine and make sure all moving parts
have come to a complete stop before inspecting or
servicing any part of the machine. Disconnect the
battery and remove the ignition key if applicable.
7. Do not insert branches with a diameter larger than
the max chipper capacity into machine or machine
damage may occur.
8. When feeding material into machine, do not allow
metal, rocks, bottles, cans or any other foreign
material to be fed into the machine.
13. Do not operate machine without shields in place.
Failure to do so may cause serious injury or death.
14. Keep all guards, deectors, and shields in good
working condition.
15. Before inspecting or servicing any part of this machine,
shut o the machine and make sure all moving parts
have come to a complete stop. Disconnect the battery
and remove the ignition key where applicable.
16. Check that all screws, nuts, bolts, and other fasteners
are secured, tightened and in proper working condition
before starting the machine.
17. Do not transport or move machine while it is operating
or running.
1.3 BEFORE OPERATING
1. Read and understand this owner’s manual. Be
completely familiar with the controls and the proper
use of this equipment.
2. Familiarize yourself with all of the safety and
operating decals on this equipment and on any of its
attachments or accessories.
3. Keep safety decals clean and legible. Replace
missing or illegible safety decals.
4. Obtain and wear safety glasses
and use hearing protection at all
times when operating this machine.
5. Avoid wearing loose tted clothing.
Never operate this machine while
wearing clothing with drawstrings that could wrap
around or get caught in the machine.
6. Do not operate this machine if you are under the
inuence of alcohol, medications, or substances that
can aect your vision, balance or judgement. Do not
operate if tired or ill. You must be in good health to
operate this machine safely.
7. Do not operate this equipment in the vicinity of
bystanders. Keep the area of operation clear of all
persons, particularly small children. It is recommended
that bystanders keep at least 50 feet (15 meters)
away from the area of operation.
8. Do not allow children to operate this equipment.
9. Use only in daylight or good articial light.
10. Do not run this equipment in an enclosed area. Engine
exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas, a deadly
poison that is odorless, colorless and tasteless.
Do not operate this equipment in or near buildings,
windows or air conditioners.
11. Always use an approved fuel container. Do not
remove gas cap or add fuel when engine is running.
Add fuel to a cool engine only.
12. Do not ll fuel tank indoors. Keep open ames, sparks,
smoking materials and other sources of combustion
away from fuel.
1.4 OPERATION SAFETY
33 INCH CHIPPER/SHREDDER
ENGLISH
SAFETY
1. Before inspecting, servicing, storing, or changing
an accessory, shut o the machine and make sure
all moving parts have come to a complete stop.
Disconnect the battery and remove the ignition key
where applicable.
2. Replace any missing or unreadable safety decals.
Refer to the safety decal section for part numbers.
3. Allow machine to cool before storing in an enclosure.
4. Store the machine out of reach of children and where
fuel vapors will not reach an open ame or spark.
5. Never store this machine with fuel in the fuel tank
inside a building where fumes may be ignited by
an open ame or spark. Ignition sources can be hot
water and space heaters, furnaces, clothes dryers,
stoves, electric motors, etc.
6. Drain the fuel and dispose of it in a safe manner for
storage periods of three months or more.
9. Ensure debris does not blow into trac, parked cars,
or pedestrians.
10. Keep the machine clear of debris and other
accumulations.
11. Do not allow processed material to build up in the
discharge area. This may prevent proper discharge
and can result in kickback of material through the
feed opening.
12. If the machine becomes clogged, the cutting
mechanism strikes any foreign object, or the machine
starts vibrating or making an unusual noise, shut o
machine immediately and make sure all moving parts
have come to a complete stop. Disconnect the battery
and remove the ignition key if applicable. After the
machine stops: A) Inspect for damage, B) Replace
or repair any damaged parts, and C) Check for and
tighten any loose parts.
13. On electric start models, disconnect cables from
battery before doing any inspection or service.
Remove key.
14. Check blade bolts for proper torque after every 8 hours
of operation. Check blades and rotate or resharpen
daily or as required to keep blades sharp. Failure
to do so may cause poor performance, damage or
personal injury and will void the machine warranty.
Improper use and care of the battery on electric start
models can result in serious personal injury or property
damage. Always observe the following safety precautions.
●Poison/Danger – Causes Severe Burns. The
battery contains sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin,
eyes or clothing. Keep out of reach of children.
●ANTIDOTE – External Contact: Flush immediately
with water.
●ANTIDOTE – Internal: Drink a large amount of water
or milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten egg or
vegetable oil. Call a physician immediately.
●ANTIDOTE – Eye Contact: Flush with water for 15
minutes. Get prompt medical attention.
1. The battery produces explosive gases. Keep sparks,
ame or cigarettes away. Ventilate area when
charging battery. Always wear safety goggles when
working near battery.
DANGER / POISON
FLUSH EYES
IMMEDIATELY
WITH WATER
GET
MEDICAL
HELP
FAST
KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. DO NOT TIP. KEEP VENT CAPS TIGHT AND LEVEL.
SULFURIC
ACID CAN
CAUSE
BLINDNESS OR
SEVERE BURNS
NO
• SPARKS
• FLAMES
• SMOKING
SHIELD EYES
EXPLOSIVE
GASES CAN
CAUSE BLINDNESS
OR INJURY
1.5 BATTERY SAFETY
2. The battery contains toxic materials. Do not damage
battery case. If case is broken or damaged, avoid
contact with battery contents.
3. Neutralize acid spills with a baking soda and water
solution. Properly dispose of a damaged or worn-
out battery. Check with local authorities for proper
disposal methods.
4. Do not short circuit battery. Severe fumes and re can
result.
5. Before working with electrical wires or components,
disconnect battery ground (negative) cable rst.
Disconnect positive cable second. Reverse this order
when reconnecting battery cables.
1.6 MAINTENANCE/STORAGE SAFETY
43 INCH CHIPPER/SHREDDER
SAFETY
1.7 SAFETY DECALS
Do not operate machine without shields in place.
Failure to do so may cause serious injury or death.
Keep hands and feet out of inlet and
discharge openings while machine is
operating to avoid serious personal injury.
Stop and allow machine to come to a complete stop before clearing
obstructions.
Do not insert branches larger than 3/4
inch into shredder or machine damage
may occur.
Do not insert branches larger than 3 inches in diameter into chipper.
Machine damage may occur. Refer to owners manual for operating
instructions and recommendations.
Keep hands and feet out of inlet and discharge openings while machine
is operating to avoid serious personal injury. Stop and allow machine to
come to a complete stop before clearing obstructions.
Read and understand you owners manual before operating. If owners
manual was not included or you have any questions, please call
800.247.7335 or 701.282.5520
(U.S.A.).
Do not operate this equipment
in the vicinity of bystanders. Do
not allow children to operate this
equipment. Obtain and wear
safety glasses and use hearing
protection at all times when
operating this machine. Before
inspecting or servicing any part
of this machine, shut o power
source, disconnect spark plug
wire from spark plug and make
sure all moving parts have come
to a complete stop. Always stand
clear of discharge area when
operating this machine. Keep
face and body away from feed
and discharge openings. When
feeding shreddable material
into chipper, do not allow metal,
rocks, bottles, cans or any other
foreign material to be fed into
chipper or shredder. Before
inspecting or servicing any part
of this machine, shut o power
source, disconnect spark plug
wire from spark plug and make
sure all moving parts have come
to a complete stop.
Check blade bolts for proper
torque after every 8 hours of
operation. Check blades and
rotate or resharpen daily or as
required to keep blades sharp.
Refer to owners manual for
instructions. Failure to do so
may cause poor performance,
damage or personal injury and
will void the machine warranty.
Lower lever slowly to engage
chipper. Pull lever up to
disengage chipper. Chipper/
shredder rotor will continue
to rotate when clutch is disengaged. Stop engine and remove spark
plug wire before cleaning debris from discharge area or servicing this
machine. Do not operate without discharge screen, inlet aps and all
shields in place.
See Section 1.8 for decal locations. Familiarize yourself with all of the safety and operating decals on the machine
and the associated hazards. See the engine owner’s manual or contact the engine manufacturer for engine safety
instructions and decals.
1 5
2
3
4
PN 12174
PN 12175
PN 12176
PN 31989-00
PN 31990-00
Operation of this equipment may create
sparks that can start res around dry
vegetation. A spark arrestor may be
required. The operator should contact local
re agencies for laws or regulations relating
to re prevention requirements.
6PN 33883-00
33883-00
WARNING
ADVERTENCIA
OPERATION OF THIS EQUIPMENT MAY CREATE SPARKS
THAT CAN START FIRES AROUND DRY VEGETATION. A
SPARK ARRESTOR MAY BE REQUIRED. THE OPERATOR
SHOULD CONTACT LOCAL FIRE AGENCIES FOR LAWS
OR REGULATIONS RELATING TO FIRE PREVENTION
REQUIREMENTS.
EL USO DE ESTE EQUIPO PUEDE CREAR CHISPAS
CAPACES DE INICIAR INCENDIOS EN VEGETACION
SECA. PODRIA SE NECESARIO USAR UN PARACHISPAS.
EL OPERADOR DEBERA COMUNICARSE CON CUERPOS
DE BOMBEROS LOCALES PARA INFORMARSE DE LEYES
O REGLAMENTOS RELACIONADOS CON LOS
REQUISITOS EXIGIDOS PARA LA PREVENCION DE
INCENDIOS.
53 INCH CHIPPER/SHREDDER
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SAFETY
1.8 SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS
The numbers below correspond to the decals in Section 1.7. Make certain that all safety and operating decals on this
machine are kept clean and in good condition. Decals that need replacement must be applied to their original locations.
1 **
1*
2
2
3
4
5
6
*Decal located on housing
**Decal located on base
63 INCH CHIPPER/SHREDDER
Section
2 ASSEMBLY
2.1 NON-CE COMPLIANT ASSEMBLY
2.1.1 INSTALL LEG STAND, AXLE AND
WHEELS
1. Align holes in chipper base (1) with the holes in
axle weldment (2) and the support leg (3). Secure
assembly to chipper base with two 5/16-18 x 2-1/4"
hex head bolts (4) and ange nuts.
2. Secure support leg to the base of the housing body
(5) with two 5/16-18 x 1-3/4" hex head bolts (6), and
ange nuts.
3. Complete by bolting wheels (7) to axle weldment
using two 5/8 x 3" hex head bolts (8).
4. The axle bolts turn into centerlock nuts in the ends of
the axle bar and consequently turn fairly hard. Care
must be taken not to over tighten the bolts or bearing
damage will occur. A properly tightened bolt will allow
minimal side to side movement of the wheel while
allowing the wheel to spin freely.
2.1.2 ATTACH CHIPPER CHUTE HANDLE
(NON-CE MODELS ONLY)
Attach handle (9) to chipper chute (10) using two 5/16 x
3/4" carriage bolts (11) so the head of the bolt is located
on the inside of the chute. Install both bolts through handle
before fastening with 5/16" ange nuts. This handle is to
be attached only to the bottom of part 10.
2.1.3 ATTACH SHREDDER HOPPER HANDLE
To attach handle (12) to shredder hopper (13), install four
5/16 X 1" hex bolts (14) so the head of the bolt is located
on the inside of the hopper. Secure bolts with 5/16" ange
nuts.
2.1.4 ATTACH SHREDDER HOPPER
1. Install the shredder hopper (13) to the housing body
so the handle is located above the engine and the
opening is toward the chipper chute.
1
23
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
If any bolts or nuts are dropped in the machine, be
sure to remove them before starting the machine.
Remove items from the shredder area by removing the
discharge screen.
WARNING
Do not tip machine onto its side or turn machine upside
down during assembly. Machine must be assembled in
an upright position.
WARNING
2. Install eight 5/16-18 x 3/4" carriage bolts (15) so the
head of the bolt is located on the inside of the hopper.
Fasten bolts with 5/16" ange nuts.
73 INCH CHIPPER/SHREDDER
ENGLISH
ASSEMBLY
2.2 CE COMPLIANT ASSEMBLY
2.2.1 INSTALL LEG STAND, AXLE AND
WHEELS
1. Align holes in chipper base (1) with the holes in
axle weldment (2) and the support leg (3). Secure
assembly to chipper base with two 5/16-18 x 2-1/4"
hex head bolts (4) and ange nuts.
2. Secure support leg to the base of the housing body
(5) with two 5/16-18 x 1-3/4" hex head bolts (6), and
ange nuts.
3. Complete by bolting wheels (7) to axle weldment
using two 5/8 x 3" hex head bolts (8).
4. The axle bolts turn into centerlock nuts in the ends of
the axle bar and consequently turn fairly hard. Care
must be taken not to over tighten the bolts or bearing
damage will occur. A properly tightened bolt will allow
minimal side to side movement of the wheel while
allowing the wheel to spin freely.
1
2
3
4
5
6
78
9
10
11
12
13
15
16
14
17
2.2.2 ATTACH SHREDDER HOPPER
HANDLE
To attach handle (9) to shredder hopper (10) install four
5/16 x 1" hex bolts (11) so the head of the bolt is located
on the inside of the hopper. Secure bolts with 5/16" ange
nuts.
2.2.3 ATTACH SHREDDER HOPPER
1. Install the shredder hopper (10) to the housing body
so the handle is located above the engine and the
opening is toward the chipper chute.
2. Install eight 5/16-18 x 3/4" carriage bolts (12) so the
head of the bolt is located on the inside of the hopper.
Fasten bolts with 5/16" ange nuts.
2.2.4 ATTACH CHIPPER CHUTE EXTENSION
(CE COMPLIANT MODELS ONLY)
1. Place the chipper chute extension (13) onto the
chute. Line up the four holes located on the bottom of
the extension and the top of the chute.
2. Install four 5/16-18 x 3/4" carriage bolts (14) so the
head of the bolt is located on the inside of the chipper
chute. Fasten bolts with 5/16" ange nuts.
2.2.5 ATTACH DISCHARGE WELDMENT
1. Place the discharge weldment (15) onto the chipper.
2. Secure the top of the discharge weldment using
one 5/16 x 10" bolt (16), two washers and one 5/16"
ange nut.
3. Secure the bottom of the discharge weldment using
two 5/16 x 3/4" hex head bolts (17) and ange nuts.
The head of the bolt should be located inside the
discharge assembly.
83 INCH CHIPPER/SHREDDER
ASSEMBLY
To avoid sparks and a possible explosion or re due
to a short circuit, do not touch the positive (+) battery
terminal and any surrounding metal with tools, jewelry
or other metal objects. When installing battery cables,
connect the positive (+) cable rst and the negative (-)
cable last.
WARNING
Gasoline and diesel fuels are highly
ammable and their vapors are
explosive. To prevent personal injury or
property damage:
Store fuel only in approved containers,
in well ventilated, unoccupied buildings,
away from sparks or ames. A container
with a capacity of 2 gallons or less with
a pouring spout is recommended. Do
not ll the fuel tank while the engine is hot or running,
since spilled fuel could ignite if it comes in contact
with hot parts or sparks from ignition. Do not start the
engine near spilled fuel. Never use fuel as a cleaning
agent.
DO NOT MIX OIL WITH FUEL.
WARNING
Use only those types of fuels that are recommended in
your engine owner’s manual.
To add fuel:
Check the oil level and, if needed, ll the engine crankcase
with the type and amount of oil specied in the engine
owner’s manual.
You will need to purchase a battery. Choose a battery
that meets or exceeds the engine manufacturer’s
specications. Consult your engine owner’s manual or
authorized dealer for specication details.
To install the battery:
1. Insert battery into the battery tray.
2. Attach the positive (red) battery cable from the engine
to the positive (+) battery terminal.
3. Attach the negative (black) battery cable from the
engine to the negative (-) battery terminal.
4. Secure battery as shown with two nylock ange nuts.
2.3 ADD OIL TO ENGINE
2.4 FILL THE FUEL TANK
2.5 INSTALL BATTERY (SC3306E)
1. Stop engine, wait for all parts to stop moving and
disconnect spark plug wire. Remove key from key
switch. Allow the engine and muer to cool for at
least three minutes.
2. Clean area around fuel ll cap and remove cap.
3. Using a clean funnel, ll fuel tank to 1/2" below bottom
of ller neck to provide space for any fuel expansion.
Install fuel ll cap securely and wipe up any spilled
gasoline.
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Section
3 FEATURES & CONTROLS
Understanding how your machine works will help you achieve the best results when using your chipper. The following
descriptions dene the features and controls of your machine.
REFER TO ENGINE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR FURTHER ENGINE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
1. SHREDDER CHUTE
Materials no larger than 3/4" (1.9 cm) in diameter
are fed through the shredder chute to the shredder
knives.
2. CHIPPER CHUTE
Materials no larger than 3" (7.6 cm) to be chipped are
fed through the chipper chute to the chipper blades.
3. ENGINE THROTTLE
This controls the speed of the engine. Increase the
throttle by moving the lever to the FAST position. To
decrease the throttle, move the lever to the SLOW
position.
4. ENGAGEMENT HANDLE
During engine start-up, the engagement handle must
be in the disengaged (UP) position. With the engine
at 1/4 throttle, carefully engage the rotor by slowly
pushing the engagement handle down, allowing the
rotor to speed up gradually. Engaging the chipper too
quickly with the engine at full or half throttle will bog
down the engine and will shorten the life of the belt.
See Sections 4.2 and 4.4.
Figure 3.1, Start Position Belt Disengaged Figure 3.2, Operating Position Belt Engaged
1
2
4
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FEATURES & CONTROLS
Figure 3.3
5. ENGINE CHOKE
Use when starting a cold engine. Move lever to the choke position when starting. Move lever to the run position
when engine is running. Refer to engine manual for further engine operating instructions.
6. STARTER SWITCH
Electric start model only. The starter switch is used to start or stop the engine on model SC3306E. See Figure 3.4
for switch location. Refer to the engine manual for further operating instructions.
Figure 3.5
Figure 3.4
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Section
4 OPERATION
Move machine to a clear, level area outdoors before
starting. Do not operate in the vicinity of bystanders.
Make sure cutting chamber is empty before starting.
WARNING
Before operating your machine, be sure you read
and understand all safety, controls and operating
instructions in this owner’s manual and on your
machine. Failure to follow these instructions can result
in serious injury or property damage.
WARNING
As with any other piece of outdoor equipment, getting the
feel for how your machine operates and getting to know
the best techniques for particular jobs are important to
overall good performance.
CHIPPING OPERATION
The chipping operation takes place on the front of the
machine, where hardened steel chipper blades are
mounted on a rotating rotor assembly. Material fed into
the chipper chute is sliced into small chips and propelled
out through a discharge tube.
SHREDDING OPERATION
In this operation, hardened steel shredder knives grind
up material fed into the shredder chute. The shredded
material then leaves the shredder area by traveling
through the discharge screen. The shredded material can
be diverted into a container or onto the ground.
4.1 STARTING ENGINE
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO START THIS MACHINE,
MAKE SURE THE BELT IS DISENGAGED AND THE
HANDLE IS IN THE "START" POSITION.
NEVER ATTEMPT TO START MACHINE WITH THE
DRIVE BELT ENGAGED.
1. Check engine oil level before starting.
2. Place the throttle control midway between the SLOW
and FAST positions. Place the choke control into the
CHOKE position.
3. Place the chipper engagement lever in the START
position.
4. Use key switch/recoil to start the engine.
5. Move the clutch to the RUN position.
●For a cold engine: gradually return the choke to the
OFF position after the engine starts and warms up.
●For a warm engine: use of choke may not be
necessary for restart of a warm engine. If it is needed,
return choke to the OFF position once the engine
starts.
FOR THE SPECIFIC STARTING, OPERATING AND
SERVICE INFORMATION PERTAINING TO YOUR
EXACT ENGINE MODEL, ALWAYS CONSULT THE
ENGINE OWNER’S MANUAL FIRST.
NOTE
4.2 OPERATING THE CHIPPER
After the engine has been started and properly allowed
to warm to an operating temperature, you can begin
operating the chipper. To properly start and operate the
chipper, follow the steps below:
1. AFTER engine is warmed and ready for use, move
the throttle control back to approximately 25% of full
throttle.
2. When engine is running at approximately 25% of
full throttle, SLOWLY engage belt by using the belt
engagement lever.
DO NOT engage the belt with engine running at
high RPM.
Engaging belt while engine is running at high
RPM will result in signicant belt squealing and
damage.
Engaging belt while engine is running at high
RPM can also damage vital drive components of
the chipper.
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OPERATION
3. If the chipper engine stalls while engaging the belt,
return the engagement handle back to the START
position, restart engine, SLIGHTLY increase throttle
and attempt engagement again.
4. Once the belt is engaged, SLOWLY increase throttle
to 100% or full throttle.
5. ALWAYS run the chipper at 100% or full throttle when
chipping material.
Read and follow all safety instructions in this manual.
Failure to operate the machine in accordance with
the safety instructions MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL
INJURY!
WARNING
4.3 CHIPPER OPERATION GUIDELINES
The machine chips a variety of materials into a more
readily decomposed or handled condition. The following
guidelines will help you get started.
1. Gradually increase engine speed until full throttle
is achieved.
2. ALWAYS run engine at full operating speed before
starting to chip material.
3. If the chipper rotor slows, stop feeding material.
Allow the rotor to process backed up material. Feed
material more evenly.
4. If the chipper jams, remove the branch and rotate
it before reinserting into the chute. Alternately insert
and retract the limb or insert continuously at a rate
that will not kill the engine.
5. Sharpen the chipping blades periodically. Check
the sharpness of the blades every 5-15 hours. Refer to
the Service and Maintenance section for sharpening
instructions.
6. Limbs fed in to the chipper chute must be 3 inches
(7.6 cm) in diameter or less. Trim side branches that
cannot be bent enough to feed into the chipper chute.
Hold small diameter branches together in a bundle
and feed in simultaneously.
7. Material fed into the shredder chute must be
3/4 inches (2 cm) in diameter or less. Common
shredding materials include grass, leaves, garden
refuse, sticks, and small branches.
8. Alternate green or fresh cut material with dry
material to lubricate the chipping blades for
longer life and better performance. Chipping dead,
dry material will create heat and dull the chipping
blades quicker.
9. ALWAYS feed brush from the side of the chipper
chute, rather than from the front. Step aside to avoid
being hit by the brush moving into the chipper.
10. ALWAYS place limb, butt end rst, into the
chipper chute until it contacts the chipper blades.
The actual feed rate of the limb into the chipper will
depend on the type of material fed and sharpness of
the cutting blades.
11. NEVER use the belt engagement to clear a
plugged rotor. This may cause belt damage. Refer
to the instructions for clearing a plugged rotor in the
Service and Maintenance section.
12. NEVER attempt to clear a plugged rotor or discharge
with the engine running. ALWAYS shut engine OFF
and remove the spark plug wire before servicing any
part of this machine.
13. NEVER attempt to chip pieces of metal, rock, bottles,
cans or other foreign objects.
●Never lean over the chipper chute to push objects
into the cutting device. Use a push stick or brush
paddle.
●Never use shovels or forks to feed brush. They
can cause extensive damage if they contact the
blades. In addition, metal pieces can be ejected
from the chipper chute and cause serious injury
or death.
●Never feed brush into the chute with your feet.
●Never use hands or feet to clear materials that
build up in the chute.
CAUTION
●Obtain and wear safety glasses at all times when
operating the machine.
● Do not wear loose tting clothing.
●The operator should always wear heavy boots,
gloves, pants and a long-sleeved shirt.
●Use common sense and practice safety to protect
yourself from branches, sharp objects, and other
harmful objects.
CAUTION
DO NOT INSERT BRANCHES LARGER THAN 3/4
INCH INTO SHREDDER OR MACHINE DAMAGE
MAY OCCUR.
WARNING
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OPERATION
4.4 SLOWING AND STOPPING THE CHIPPER ROTOR AND ENGINE
NEVER disengage the belt as part of the stopping or
shut down process. The belt should remain engaged
during the entire shutdown process.
Leaving the belt engaged is a vital part of proper
shutdown and ensures the rotor stops spinning in
conjunction with the engine shutting o.
TO PROPERLY SLOW DOWN AND STOP
THE ROTOR AND ENGINE
1. With the belt still engaged, slowly move the throttle to
the SLOW position.
2. Allow the engine to run at slow idle for 30-60 seconds.
3. Stop the engine by moving the throttle to the STOP
position or turning o the ignition switch.
4. Allow rotor to come to a complete stop.
5. Once the engine is o and the rotor has completely
stopped, the belt can be disengaged by moving the
belt engagement handle back to the START position.
The rotor will continue to turn for some time after the
engine has been shut o. Make sure rotor has stopped
completely before inspecting or servicing machine.
NOTE
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Section
5 SERVICE & MAINTENANCE
To prevent personal injury or property damage: shut
o engine and make sure that all moving parts have
come to a complete stop before, servicing, adjusting or
repairing. Disconnect the battery and remove ignition
key where applicable.
WARNING
The items listed in this service and maintenance schedule
are to be checked, and if necessary, corrective action
taken. This schedule is designed for units operating under
normal conditions. If the unit is operating in adverse or
severe conditions, it may be necessary for the items to be
checked and serviced more frequently.
SEE ENGINE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR FURTHER
ENGINE MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING
INFORMATION.
5.1 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
FREQUENCY
COMPONENT MAINTENANCE
REQUIRED
REFER TO ENGINE
OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
BEFORE
EACH
USE
EVERY
8
HOURS
EVERY
25
HOURS
EVERY
50
HOURS
EVERY
YEAR
Engine oil Change (1) ●
Fuel filter Replace ●
Spark plug Check condition and gap ●
Engine oil Check/fill ●
Fuel tank Check/fill ●
All internal and
external nuts and
bolts
Check tightness ●
Battery connections Check ●
Chipper blades Check sharpness and
re-torque to 25 ft-lbs. (2) ●
Shredder knives Check condition ●
Spark arrestor* Clean ●
Entire machine Clean ●
Drive belt Check ●
Belt tension Check ●
Belt/pulley alignment Check ●
Grease zerks Lube ●
Wheel bearings Check ●
(1) Perform more frequently under extremely dusty conditions.
(2) Perform more frequently when chipping dry or dirty wood.
*If equipped
As the Limited Warranty states, failure by the Owner to perform normal maintenance will void the machine’s warranty. The aggressive,
high-speed nature of chipping REQUIRES THE OWNER TO PERFORM THE ABOVE LISTED NORMAL MAINTENANCE. Special
consideration to maintain and re-torque the CHIPPER ANVIL, CHIPPER BLADES, AND ALL INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL NUTS AND
BOLTS is the sole responsibility of the Owner. Failure by the Owner to do so shall be cause for denial of warranty.
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SERVICE & MAINTENANCE
WARNING
BEFORE INSPECTING OR SERVICING ANY PART OF THIS MACHINE, SHUT OFF POWER SOURCE,
AND MAKE SURE ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE COME TO A COMPLETE STOP.
●There are cracks, broken corners or nicks greater
than 1/8" (see below).
●The base of the cutting edge is worn or has been
re-sharpened so that it no longer extends past the
chipping slot (see below).
Crack greater
than 1/8"
Broken
corner
Nick greater
than 1/8"
Chipper rotor
Chipping slot
Chipper rotor
Chipping slot
New blade Blade is too
short, must
be replaced
The chipper blades will eventually become dull, making
chipping dicult and adding extra strain on the machine.
CHECK THE SHARPNESS OF THE BLADES EVERY
5-15 HOURS OF OPERATION AND SHARPEN AS
NEEDED.
Your blades need to be sharpened if:
●Machine vibrates severely when material is fed into
the chipper.
●Chips discharge unevenly or have stringy tails,
especially when chipping green branches.
Before you sharpen the chipping blades, check for
permanent damage. Replace the blade if:
1. Install the rotor lock (see Section 5.2).
2. Flip the discharge door/shield (1) up. For CE compliant
models, remove the discharge assembly.
3. Remove the 5/16 x 1" bolt (2) and ange nut (3)
holding the shredder screen (4) to the bottom of the
frame. Pull discharge screen out from the bottom and
rotate the top downward to remove.
4. Remove the two bolts that hold the blade to the
rotor. The hardware can be reused. Repeat for the
remaining blade.
5. The blades have two edges and can be reversed one
time before sharpening.
Chipping blades are sharp! Use caution when working
on machine to avoid injury.
WARNING
5.2 ROTOR LOCK
There are holes on the rotor that are utilized to lock the
rotor in place before performing any kind of service and/
or maintenance.
Follow the steps below to lock the rotor:
1. Insert bolt into hole on the chute side housing panel
and through holes on rotor to prevent the rotor from
turning.
2. Remove bolt when service and/or maintenance is
completed.
5.3 CHIPPER BLADES MAINTENANCE 5.4 REMOVING THE BLADES
Figure 5.1, Rotor Lock Hole
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SERVICE & MAINTENANCE
WARNING
BEFORE INSPECTING OR SERVICING ANY PART OF THIS MACHINE, SHUT OFF POWER SOURCE,
AND MAKE SURE ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE COME TO A COMPLETE STOP.
See Figure 5.2 for illustration.
1. Clean away any material that may be between the
blade and mounting surface on the rotor.
2. Place a blade (6) on the rotor and attach with two
5/16-18 x 5/8" bolts (5). Torque to 25 ft-lb. Repeat for
the second blade.
3. Reinstall the shredder screen (4) in the machine with
5/16 x 1" bolt (2) and ange nut (3).
4. Lower the discharge door/shield (1) into the normal
operating position. For CE compliant models, reinstall
the discharge assembly.
5. Remove rotor lock.
The blades can be ground on a bench grinder or by a
professional.
1. Never sharpen or grind the mounting surfaces of
the blades. This will cause the edge to roll and the
blade will be damaged, resulting in poor chipping
performance.
2. Regrind the angled edge of the chopping blades to
45 degrees (Figure 5.3). Use the blade angle gauge
plate when sharpening the blades to achieve the
proper angle (see Figure 5.4).
45°
.25
Mounting Surface
(DO NOT GRIND)
Mounting Surface
(DO NOT GRIND)
Sharpened
Surface
Sharpened
Surface
Figure 5.3, Chipper Blade Surfaces
5.5 SHARPENING THE BLADES 5.6 INSTALLING THE BLADES
Make sure the top ange of the discharge screen is
properly and completely installed into upper slot of the
housing. Failing to do so may cause knives to make
contact with discharge screen during operation.
NOTE
1
2
3
4
5
6
Figure 5.2, Blade Removal and Installation
3. Be careful when grinding so that the blade does
not become overheated and change color. This will
remove the heat-treated properties.
4. Use short grinding times and cool with water or some
type of liquid coolant.
5. Remove an equal amount o each blade to maintain
rotor balance.
6. Small imperfections such as nicks and burrs on
the at side of the blade will not aect the chipping
performance of the machine.
7. For blades that have been repeatedly sharpened,
ensure that the sharpened surface extends past
the chipping slot opening. If it does not extend past
the opening, the blades should be replaced (see
Section 5.3).
1/4" BLADES
1/2" BLADES
Figure 5.4, Blade Angle Gauge Plate
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