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Question posted by libuddysmith on November 7th, 2012

What Type Of Oil Do I Use In The Motor And Also The Gear Box For This Chipper?

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Owners Manual - Page 1

OWNER'S MANUAL MODELNO. 247.795850 Caution: Readand Follow All SafetyRules and Instructions BeforeOperating This Equipment CRRFTSMRN® 5 HORSEPOWER 3 CUTTING STAGE MULCHING AND BAGGING CHIPPER-SHREDDER Assembly Operation Customer Responsibilities Serviceand Adjustment Repair Parts SEARS,ROEBUCKAND CO., HoffmanEstates, IL 60179 U.S.A. 'rinted in U.S.A. 770-8901L 8/95
Owners Manual - Page 2

... or to inspect or repair any type el power equipment, carelessness or error on a level surface. DANGER: Your chipper-shredderwas built to chip and shred vegeta...build- 1. Keep discharge chute deflector, chipper chute door, and all shredder hopper, chipper chute, discharge opening at night push material into the chipper chute or shredder hopper, use ing material in dark areas where ...
Owners Manual - Page 3

... wire from the enginecontainscarbonmonoxide,which meetoriginalequipmentspecifications. 6. SERVICE 1. Storefuel and oil in this power machine to personswho read, understand and follow the ... ignition. Allowunit to coolat leasttwo minutesbeforerefueling. Do not use of this manualand on the machine. Use extremecarein handlinggasolineand other moving parts havestopped. a. Allow engine...
Owners Manual - Page 4

...material or workmanship. and "Storage" sections of this Owner's PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Horsepower: Engine Oil: API Classification SF, SG or SH Fuel Capacity: Spark Plug (Gap .030 ...Sears Maintenance Agreement is used , it should be used on this Craftsman chipper-shredder is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for and using your chipper-shredder. • Follow ...
Owners Manual - Page 5

... 4, 12, 13 E Engine: Maintenance 12, 13 Starting 11 Stopping 9 Storage 14 F Fuel 10 L Lubrication 12 M Maintenance: Agreement 4 Schedule 12 Engine 12, 13 Chipper-Shredder 12 O Oil 10 Operating Tips 9 P Primer 11 R Repair/Replacement Parts 18-24 Responsibilities, Customer 4, 12-14 S Safety Rules 2 Sharpening 15, 16 Service Recommendations 12 Spark Plug 13...
Owners Manual - Page 6

... carton. uss Machine Screws 1/4-20 x 1/2" Long Hex Lock Nuts 1/4-20 Thread NOTE: To determine right and left hand sides of oil are also included in the carton. See figure 6. Your chipper-shredder has been completely assem- Remove all parts and literature have been sub-assembled), upper guide assembly, chute deflector and the catcher...
Owners Manual - Page 7

... Leaf Ramp Section Remove Truss Screw and Nut Guide (Assemble Assembly First) FIGURE 5. .Plunger HOWTO SET-UPYOUR CHIPPER-SHREDDER MAKE CERTAIN THE SPARK PLUG _hb WAWIRAEY IS FDRISOCMONNTEHCETEDSPAARNKD MOPLVUEGD BEFORE ASSEMBLING THE CHIPPER- PAGE 11. Hopper Door Stop Washer Housing Hex Bolt Chute Deflector \\ \ // / / \ Release Bar Upper Guide Assembly // Inlet...
Owners Manual - Page 8

... in severe eye damage. Compare the illustrations with the location of ChipperShredder MEETS ANSI SAFETYSTANDARDS Sears chipper-shredders conform to the cylinder for use when starting a cold engine. Hopper Assembly Chipper Chute I Spark Plug, Wire and _ Boot Fuel Fill Oil Fill and Cap Dipstick Throttle Control FIGURE 6. See figure 10. See figure 6. THROTTLE CONTROL--Permits...
Owners Manual - Page 9

... in a normal yard (i.e., branches, leaves, twigs, etc.). & WARNING: THE CHIPPER-SHREDDER DISCHARGES MATERIALS WITH CONSIDERABLE VELOCITY. WEAR SAFETY GLASSES AND GLOVES WHENEVER USING YOUR CHIPPER-SHREDDER. See figure 9. If it is lowered to 1/2" diameter (recommended) or 1" diameter (maximum) can be fed into the chipper-shredder, use a small diameter stick--NOT YOUR HANDS. WARNING: DO NOT...
Owners Manual - Page 10

...), then re-level. GAS • Remove fuel cap and fill fuel tank with API service classification SF, SG or SH. With chipper-shredder level, use a funnel to 3" in the discharge area. Oil Drain FIGURE 11. If the composition of the material being discharged changes (becomes stringy, etc.) or if the rate at the top...
Owners Manual - Page 11

...BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE. Spark Plug, Boot Oil Fill and Fuel Dipstick Fill ...and fingers which are part of gasoline while operating the chipper-shredder. SEE "STORAGE" SECTION FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION• NEVER USE ENGINE OR CARBURETOR CLEANER PRODUCTS IN THE FUEL TANK OR ...
Owners Manual - Page 12

... with water. Your four-cycle engine will result in a suitable container. CHIPPER-SHREDDER LUBRICATION Lubricate the pivot points on the release bar, hopper assembly, chute deflector and chipper chute once a season using a light oil. viscosity oils will normally consume some oil--therefore, check engine oil level regularly approximately every five hours of operation and before...
Owners Manual - Page 13

... Do not operate the chipper-shredder without air cleaner completely .... Clean and re-oil daily if used in figure 16 to...type. Squeeze (don't twist) to engine parts list for cleaning and inspection. Tighten securely. Damaged mufflers or spark arresters could contaminate the fuel system. Never run your engine is not recommended as follows. • Foam filter: Clean and re-oil...
Owners Manual - Page 14

...FURNACES, CLOTHES DRYERS, STOVES, ELECTRIC MOTORS, ETC. ALSO, EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE...use a light oil or silicone). Add stabilizer to prevent rust (use engine or carburetor cleaner products in an unventilated or metal storage shed, be used for the next season. STORAGE Prepare your chipper-shredder...
Owners Manual - Page 15

... spark plug wire and move it from the housing weld bolts using a 3/16" allen wrench and a 1/2" wrench. • Remove the blade by removing three hex nuts and washers. See figure 19. • Remove the other blade in reverse order. Separate the chipper-shredder into two halves. • Remove the back-up the housing...
Owners Manual - Page 16

... nail.Removemetal fromthe heavysideuntilit is running too fast or too slow, take your chipper-shredder to your nearest Sears Service Department. The carburetor has been pre-set ....- However, if your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your chipper-shredder to between 550 and 650 inch pounds, or lacking torque wrench, tighten securely. It is suggested...
Owners Manual - Page 17

...CORRECTIVE ACTION • Fill tank with fresh fuel. • Adjust carburetor or contact your chipper-shredder will be ordered through Sears, Roebuck and Co. Refill with clean, fresh fuel. •...ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION: *PRODUCT - fill tank with proper oil. • Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire. NOTE: For repairs beyond ...
Owners Manual - Page 19

...Elastic Lock Nut 5/16-18 Thd. Back-Up Plate Inlet Guide Ass'y. Hex L-Nut 1/4-20 Thd. Shredder Axle Wheel Ass'y. Hd. Self-Tap Scr. 5/16-18 x .75" Lg. PART NO. 742..." I .D.H.D. x 4.62" Lg. 56 Hex Ctr. Flail Housing Ass'y.--R.H. CHIPPER-SHREDDER Repair Parts MODEL NO. 247.795850 CEY _10. Hex Nut 5/16-18 Thd. (Gr. 5) Shredder Frame Hex Bolt 5/16-24 x .75" Lg. L-Nut 1/4-20 Thd....
Owners Manual - Page 22

... Camshaft Blower Housing Extension Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-3/16" Screw, 10-24 x 9/16" Cylinder Cover Gasket Cylinder Cover (Incl. 75 thru 83) Oil Drain Plug Oil Seal Governor Shaft Washer Governor Gear Ass'y. (Incl. 81) Governor Spool Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-1/4" Flywheel Key Flywheel Belleville Washer Flywheel Nut Solid State Ignition Spark Plug Cover Screw, Torx T-15...

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