Keep proper balance and footing at all times. 10. The engine governor settings on your machine must not be altered, changed, or tampered with. The governor controls the maximum safe operating speeds and protects the engine and all moving parts from damage caused by overspeed. 11. Do not transport machine while engine is running. 12. Do not operate engine if air cleaner or cover directly over carburetor air intake is removed, except for adjustment. Removal of such parts could create a fire hazard. MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE 1. When this equipment is stopped for servicing, inspection, storage or to change an accessory, make sure the spark plug wire is disconnected from the spark plug. The machine should be allowed to cool down before making such inspection, adjustments, service, eta Maintain your machine with care and keep it clean for the best and continued safe operation. 2. Do not use flammable solutions to clean the air filter. 3. When not in use, your machine should be stored out of the reach of children. Keep where gasoline fumes will not reach an open flame or spark. For long periods of storage, the gasoline should be drained and disposed in a safe manner. Always allow the machine to cool before storing in any enclosure. NOTE This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE or OIL. After assembly, see separate engine manual for proper fuel and engine oil recommendations. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Tools Required for Assembly: (2) 7/16" Open End or Box Wrenches* (1) 1/2" Socket Wrench * An Adjustable Wrench may be used in place of one of the wrenches. NOTE The right and left side of your shredder is determined from behind the unit. UNPACKING Remove the shredder and loose parts from the carton. Make certain ail parts and literature have been removed before the carton is discarded. Parts in Carton: Shredder Chute Deflector Hopper Upper Leaf Ramp Section Catcher Bag Hardware Pack Contents of Hardware Pack (See Figure 1): Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 1/2" Long Hex Lock Nuts 1/4-20 Thread Hex Washer Head Self-Tapping Screws 5/16-18 x 3/4" Long Keepers Safety Glasses (Not Shown) A (8) B (8) C (6) D (2) (1) FIGURE 1. Chut'; Deflec'or CHUTE DEFLECTOR INSTALLATION Place the chute deflector in position on the discharge opening (on the left side of the shredder). See figure 2. Secure chute deflector to discharge opening with hex bolts (A) and hex lock nuts (B). Heads of the hex bolts are inside the discharge opening. Hex nuts go on the outside. Tighten all four nuts and bolts securely. FIGURE 2. 4 Hopper^ Lower Leaf Ramp Section INSTALLATION OF HOPPER AND UPPER GUIIDE EXTENSION 1. The lower leaf ramp section on the shredder is placed in an upright position for shipping purposes. Lower this section. 2. Place the hopper in position on the shredder. See figure 3. Start all four hex washer head selftapping screws (C), then tighten securely using a 1/2" socket wrench. FIGURE 3. 3. Assemble the keepers (D) to the sides of the unit with two hex washer head self-tapping screws (C), using a 1/2" socket wrench. Tighten securely. I i 4. Place upper leaf ramp section inside the lower leaf ramp section. Secure with four hex bolts (A) and hex lock nuts (B). Tighten securely. See figure 5. FIGURE 5. ATTACHING THE CATCHER BAG Your unit is equipped with a nylon bag which attaches to the discharge opening. If desired, place the end of the bag over the chute deflector. Depress plunger, pull on the drawstring, and release plunger to lock it in position. See figure 6. OPERATION GAS AND OIL FILL UP NOTE ENGINE IS SHIPPED WITHOUT OIL. FILL CRANKCASE WITH OIL BEFORE STARTING. Service engine with gasoline and oil as instruc ed in the separate engine manual packed with your shredder. Read instructions carefully. TO START ENGINE 1. Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. 2. Place choke lever on engine in CHOKE pos tion. See figure 7 or 7A. NOTE A warm engine may not require choking. 3. Place the throttle control lever on engine in :AST position. Throttle Control Lever in Start Position Choke Lever Tecumseh Engine 5. 6. 7. FIGURE 7. - Briggs and Stratton Engine Grasp starter handle (see figure 8) and pull rope out slowly until engine reaches start of compression cycle (rope will pull slightly harder at this point). Let the rope rewind slowly. NOTE A noise will be heard when finding the start of the compression cycle. This noise is caused by the flails and fingers which are part of the shredding mechanism falling into place, and should be expected. Pull rope with a rapid, continuous, full arm stroke. Keep a firm grip on start handle. Let rope rewind slowly. Do not let starter handle snap back against starter. Repeat preceding instructions 4 and 5 until engine fires. After engine starts, move throttle control lever on engine to slow position for a few minutes warm up. Move choke lever gradually to RUN position. Then move throttle control lever to FAST position for shredding operations. 6 TO STO...