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Operator’s Manual
®
7.5 Horse Power
CHIPPER SHREDDER
Model No. 247.776360
• SAFETY
• ASSEMBLY
• OPERATION
• MAINTENANCE
• PARTS LIST
CAUTION: Before using
this product, read this
manual and follow all
safety rules and operating
instructions.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A.
Visit our web site: www.sears.com/craftsman
FORM NO. 769-02543
05/24/2006
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty Statement ..................................Page 2 Off-Season Storage ..................................Page 12 Safe Operation Practices .........................Pages 3-4 Trouble Shooting ......................................Page 13 Assembly ..................................................Page 6 Parts List ...................................................Page 14-16 Operation ..................................................Pages 7-9 Español .....................
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SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: 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. DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation 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 hands and feet
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SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES Operation Maintenance & Storage 1. Do not put hands and feet near rotating parts or in the feeding chambers 1. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. and discharge opening. Contact with the rotating impeller can amputate 2. Check bolts and screws for proper tightness at frequent intervals to keep fingers, hands, and feet. the machine in safe working condition. Also, visually inspect machine for 2. Before starting the machine, make su
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Look For Relevant Emissions Durability Period and Air Index Information On Your Engine Emissions Label Engines that are certified to meet the California Air Resources Board (CARB) Tier 2 Emission Standards must display information regarding the Emissions Durability Period and the Air Index. Sears, Roebuck and Co., U.S.A. makes this information available to the consumer on our emission labels. The Emissions Durability Period describes the number of hours of actual running time for which the en
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ASSEMBLY IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped without gasoline or Attaching The Debris oil in the engine. After assembly, see OPERATION sec- Collection Bag tion of this manual for proper fuel and engine oil fill-up. 2. To attach the bag: This Chipper Shredder has been completely assembled a. Place the opening of the bag completely over the at the factory, except for the debris collection bag, chute deflector. which is stowed in the chipper chute for shipping. b. Position the bag so that the wing
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OPERATION WARNING: 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 while performing any adjustments or repairs. Gas and Oil Fill-Up Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate Briggs & Stratton engine manual packed with your chipper shredder. Read instructions carefully. WARNI
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OPERATION Shredding Chipping Yard waste such as leaves and pine needles can be placed in the WARNING: Never operate the chipper shredder hopper for shredding. After material has been processed by the shred- without chipper chute lowered into the operating position. der blade and flails, it will be forced out of the chute deflector, and, if attached, into a debris collection bag. Branches up to 2” in diameter can be fed into the chipper chute. Observe the following guidelines when shredding
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MAINTENENCE WARNING: Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and ground against engine before cleaning, lubricating or doing any kind of maintenance on your machine. Lubrication 1. Lubricate the chipper chute hinge a with light oil once a season. 2. Lubricate the pivot points on the chute deflector with light oil once a season. 3. Refer to the Briggs & Stratton Owner/Operator manual packed with your unit for engine lubrication instructions. C A Engine Care Refer to the Maintenance se
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MAINTENENCE Flange Nut Support Bracket A B C B A Figure 10 Figure A NOTE: Make certain blades are reassembled with the sharp edge B outward (toward the chipper chute). Torque hardware to between 20 ft.-lbs and 25 ft.-lbs. Sharpening Or Replacing the Shredder Blade WARNING: The shredder blade is sharp. Wear leather work gloves to protect your hands. C 1. Stop engine,disconnect spark plug, and make certain that all moving parts have come to a complete stop. 2. Remove the two flange nuts (an
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OFF-SEASON STORAGE Prepare your Craftsman Chipper Shredder for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or longer. A yearly check-up by your local Sears Parts & Repair Center is a good way to ensure that the unit runs properly next season. Chipper Shredder • Clean the equipment thoroughly. • Wipe equipment with an oiled rag to prevent rust. Use a light oil or silicone to wipe. • Store unit in a clean, dry area. Do not store next to corrosive materials su
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TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Remedy 1. Throttle lever not in correct starting 1. Move throttle lever to FAST or Engine fails to start position (if equipped). START position. 2. Spark plug wire disconnected. 2. Connect wire to spark plug. 3. Choke not in CHOKE position (if 3. Move choke lever to CHOKE equipped). position. 4. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. 4. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. 5. Engine not primed (if equipped). 5. Prime engine as instructed in Engine Manual. 6. Clean, ad
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PARTS LIST Sears Craftsman . HP Chipper Shredder Model .0 1 681-04009 Impeller Assembly Complete 2 710-1054 Machine Screw, 5/16-24 x 1.0 3 711-0833B Clevis Pin,.496 4 712-0411 Hex Lock Nut, 5/16-24 5 715-0166 Spiral Pin,.156 x 1.0 6 719-0329 Flail 7 736-0119 Lock Washer, 5/16 8 742-04050 Shredder Blade 9 742-0544A Chipper Blade 10 781-0735 Retainer Clip 1
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PARTS LIST Sears Craftsman . HP Chipper Shred der Model .0 1 681-0095 Chipper Chute Assembly 23 681-0048 Knob Assembly (Incl. ref.# 12 & 61) 2 726-0201 Speed Nut, .3125ID 24 681-0094 Chute Deflector Assembly 3 736-0173 Flat Washer, .28 x.74 x.063 25 711-0835 Clevis Pin, .50 x 4.62 4 710-3013 Hex Cap Screw, 1/4-20 x.5 26 714-0149B Internal Cotter Pin 5 712-3010 Hex Nut, 5/16-18 27 749-04103 Hopper Handle 6 712-3027 Hex Lock Nut 1/4-20 28 749-04104 Tube Support 7 681-04009 Impeller Asse
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(This page applicable in the U.S.A. and Canada only.) Sears, Roebuck and Co., U.S.A. (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 TO CERTI- YEAR 1997 AND LATER ENGINES WHICH ARE PURCHASED AND USED FIED ENGINES PUR
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REPAIR PROTECTION AGREEMENT Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Craftsman® Purchase a Repair Protection Agreement now and protect yourself product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable opera- from unexpected hassle and expense. tion. But like all products, it may require repair from time to time. That’s Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is all that it when having a Repair Protection Agreement can save you money and takes for you to schedule se
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