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Operator's Manual
Original Operating Instructions
Chipper/
Shredders
Includes:
Model No. Description
9050300 196cc Viper Earthquake Chipper / Shredder
9050140 196cc Viper Earthquake Chipper / Shredder (CE)
GAS/OIL
9060300 8.50 Torque Rated Briggs Earthquake Chipper / Shredder
RATIO
9060140 8.25 Torque Rated Briggs Earthquake Chipper / Shredder (CE)
9070300 11.50 Torque Rated Briggs Earthquake Chipper / Shredder
50:1
9010400 14.50 Torque Rated Briggs Earthquake Chipper / Shredder
901
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Table of Contents Safety Rules & Information .....................................................................................................................................3 Safety Decals ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 7 Safety Icons ......................................................................
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Safety Rules & Information Operating Safety Congratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of lawn and garden equipment. Our products are designed and manufactured to meet or exceed all industry standards for safety. Power equipment is only as safe as the operator. If it is misused, or not properly maintained, it can be dangerous! Remember, you are responsible for your safety and that of those around you. Use common sense, and think through what you are doing. If you are n
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Safety Rules and Information Moving Parts This equipment has many moving parts that can injure you or someone else. However, if you follow all the rules in this book, the unit is safe to operate. The chipper/shredder has spinning blades that can amputate hands and feet. Do not allow anyone near the equipment while it is running! Do not place hands or feet in the hopper or chipper cone, or discharge chute. Thrown Objects This unit discharges debris at high speeds. Always wear protectiv
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Safety Rules & Information Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. This unit is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. The triangle in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed. turn off the engine, wait for the rotor to come to a PRePARATION complete stop, and disconnect
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Safety Rules and Information come to a complete stop. Disconnect the spark plug SeRvICe AND MAINTeNANCe wire and secure the wire away from the spark plug to Safe Handling of g asoline prevent accidental starting. 1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources 26. Do not operate the engine in a confined space where of ignition. dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect. 2. Use only approved gasoline containers. 27. Never operate the machine without proper guards, 3. N
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Safety Rules and Information Safety Decals This unit has been designed and manufactured to provide you with the safety and reliability you would expect from an industry leader in outdoor power equipment manufacturing. Although reading this manual and the safety instructions it contains will provide you with the necessary basic knowledge to operate this equipment safely and effectively, we have placed several safety labels on the unit to remind you of this important information while you are o
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Safety Rules and Information Safety Icons (european Models) Warning: Read Operator’s Manual. Danger: Thrown Objects. Read and understand the Operator’s This machine is capable of throwing Manual before using this machine. objects and debris. Keep bystanders away. Danger: Amputation Hazard. Danger: Thrown Objects. To avoid serious personal injury from This machine is capable of throwing rotating cutting blades, keep hands out objects and debris. Keep bystanders of inlet while machine is r
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Safety Rules and Information Identification Numbers When contacting your authorized dealer for replacement parts, service, or information you MUST have these numbers. Record your model name/number, manufacturer’s identification numbers, and engine serial numbers in the space provided for easy access. These numbers can be found in the locations shown. NOTE: For location of engine identification numbers, refer to the engine owner’s manual. ID Tag CE Models: Place the extra copy of the ident
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Initial Assembly Initial Assembly Install Chipper Cone - All Models 1 . Position the chipper cone (A) over the three 5/16-18 threaded studs protruding from the engine plate, and attach using three 5/16-18 flange nuts (B). 2. Rotate cone and cone base away from engine so cone does not contact engine. 3. Tighten the flange nuts securely. A B Figure 18. Installing the Chipper Cone A. Metal Cone Assembly B. 5/18-18 Flange Nut Page 10 1-800-345-6007 GetEarthquake.com
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Initial Assembly Install the Hopper - All Models 1. Attach the hopper to the rotor housing. Make sure to engage the metal lip of the hopper liner inside the housing. 2. Secure the hopper to the rotor housing using two 5/16 x 1/2 hex head bolts, two 5/16 flat washers (Figure 19). Do not tighten hardware at this time. 3. See Figure 20. From the inside of the hopper install one 5/16-18 flange nut on each 5/16 weld stud. Finger tighten only at this time. 4. Check that the hopper is sea
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BALLOON # PA RT # DESC RIPTIO N CE/QTY. 1 1960507 BO LT 1/4-20 X 3/4 SBH BLK ZN 16 2 1930642 NUT 1/4-20 HFLTPLK BLK ZN 16 3 1709470 EXTENSIO N C HIPPER HO PPER C E 2 ATTACHINg HOPPeR ex TeNSION TO HOPPeR For european models only (9050140, 9060140, and 9010140) Tools Required: hopper extension hopper extension 5/32” Hex drive wrench (i.e: allen wrench) 7/16” Wrench for 1/4-20 flange nut NOTe: Assemble extension before adding fuel or engine oil. To attach the hopper extension: ange nut 1) Bef
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Initial Assembly Slide bag over dis- charge chute. Make sure bag Slide bag over dis- Lift discharge noose fits over top charge chute. chute and slide of discharge chute Make sure bag bag over chute. and notch in chute noose fits over top Make sure bag bottom. of discharge chute noose fits over and notch in chute top of discharge chute and notch bottom. in chute bottom. Pull drawstring tight. Pull drawstring tight. Figure 26. Discharge Bag - North American Models Install Discharge Bag This produ
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Features and Controls Figure 1. Controls Control Functions The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Operating requires the combined use of several controls applied in specific sequences. To learn what combination and sequence of controls to use for various tasks see the OPERATION section. engine Stop / Throttle Control Fuel Tank To remove the cap, turn counterclockwise. The engine stop / throttle control lever controls turn the engine off and controls th
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Operation g eneral Operating Safety DANgeR Be sure to read all information in the Safety and Operation The exhaust from this product contains carbon sections before attempting to operate this unit. Become monoxide gas. Carbon monoxide is a colorless, familiar with all of the controls and how to stop the unit. orderless, and tasteless gas that can cause dizziness, Upon start-up and shut-down, you may hear the metal- nausea, unconsciousness, or even brain damage and to-metal sound of the t
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Operation running it for at least a minute. 6. Set throttle to FULL and begin chipping/shredding. Stopping the engine NOTE: In the event of an emergency the engine can be stopped by setting the throttle control to STOP. 1. Slide the throttle control fully left to the STOP position. NOTE: Upon start-up and shut-down, you may hear the metal- to-metal sound of the triangular hammers and J-hammers positioning themselves on the rotor. This is normal. 2. After the engine has stopped moving, re
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Operation Chipping & Shredding Recommendations Operation Type of Waste Size limitations Notes Permitted Shredding Dry or moist organic material Branches and twigs up to 1/2” Alternately chip or shred moist green waste including leaves, plants, diameter and 18” long. with dry waste to avoid plugging of the flowers, fruits, or vegetables. discharge chute. Process at a feeding rate that allows the rotor to keep up and maintain a high rate of speed. Chipping Long, thicker tree limbs or Tree lim
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Regular Maintenance Maintenance Schedule & Procedures The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your unit. SAFeTy ITeMS Before every 5 every 25 every 100 every Spring & each Hours Hours Hours 250 Fall Use Hours Check for loose hardware • • Check all safety labels • Inspect cone, hopper, and guards. • CHIPPeR MAINTeNANCe ITeMS Before every 5 every 25 every 100 every Spring & each Hours Hours Hours 250 Fall Use Hours Clean debris from engine and chipper. ** • • Inspect/Rotate
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Regular Maintenance A Figure 4. Clean Debris from engine Cooling Fins Figure 5. Inspect Shredder Hammers A. Access Panel Clean Debris from engine & Chipper Service Interval: Before each use and every 100 hours. The engine requires air flow to cool itself and for combustion. Before each use, clean any debris from the unit especially from around the air shroud intake, air filter, and muffler. Every 100 hours, remove the engine air shroud and clean out any debris from the engine cooling fi
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Regular Maintenance Inspect Chipping Knives Service Interval: every 25 Hours, or As Necessary The chipping knives of this unit can be rotated or sharpened to provide a new cutting surface as required. When inspecting the knives be careful to avoid touching the sharpened edges. To inspect the chipping knives: 1. Disconnect the spark plug wire and secure it away from the spark plug. A WARNINg To avoid serious injury from accidental starting, always disconnect the spark plug wire and secure
