Operator’s Manual
Chipper / Shredder
Models CS4210
CS4265
Model CS4210 Shown
IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-
covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if
any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the State of California the above is required
by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark
arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131
Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.
MTD LLC P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
FORM NO. 769-00830.
(7/03)
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES
WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could
endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in
this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may
result in personal injury. When you see this symbol - heed its warning.
WARNING: The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, 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 and throwing objects.
Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
2. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles
TRAINING
during operation or while performing an adjustment
1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the
or repair, to protect eyes. Thrown objects which
machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to
ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes.
assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe
3. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-
place for future and regular reference and for
ordering replacement parts.
2. Be familiar with all controls and their proper
fitting slacks and shirts. Loose fitting clothes or
jewelry can be caught in movable parts. Never
operate this machine in bare feet or sandals. Wear
operation. Know how to stop the machine and
leather work gloves when feeding material in the
disengage them quickly.
chipper chute.
3. Never allow children under 16 years old to operate
4. Before starting, check all bolts and screws for
this machine. Children 16 years old and over
should read and understand the operation
proper tightness to be sure the machine is in safe
working condition. Also, visually inspect machine
instructions and safety rules in this manual and
for any damage at frequent intervals.
should be trained and supervised by a parent.
4. Never allow adults to operate this machine without
proper instruction.
5. Keep bystanders, helpers, pets, and children at
least 75 feet from the machine while it is in
operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
6. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly
ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.
7. Do not put hands and feet near rotating parts or in
5. Maintain or replace safety and instructions labels,
as necessary.
6. To avoid personal injury or property damage use
extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is
extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.
Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is
spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite.
Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.
a. Use only an approved gasoline container.
b. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and
the feeding chambers and discharge opening.
other sources of ignition.
Contact with the rotating impeller can amputate
fingers, hands, and feet.
8. Never attempt to unclog either the feed intake or
c. Never fuel machine indoors.
d. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the
engine is hot or running.
discharge opening, remove or empty bag, or
e. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes
inspect and repair the machine while the engine is
before refueling.
running. Shut the engine off and wait until all
f. Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more
moving parts have come to a complete stop.
than 1/2 inch below bottom of filler neck to
Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it
against the engine.
provide space for fuel expansion.
g. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.
h. If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine
PREPARATION
and equipment. Move machine to another
area. Wait five (5) minutes before starting the
engine.
1. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment
is to be used. Remove all rocks, bottles, cans, or
other foreign objects which could be picked up or
thrown and cause personal injury or damage to the
machine.
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i. Never store the machine or fuel container
inside where there is an open flame, spark,
or pilot light (e.g. furnace, water heater,
space heater, clothes dryer, etc.)
9. Never operate without the shredder hopper,
chipper chute, or discharge chute properly attached
to the machine. Never empty or change discharge
bag while the engine is running.
j. To reduce a fire hazard, keep machine free
of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up.
Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove any
fuel soaked debris.
k. Allow machine to cool at least 5 minutes
before storing.
10. Keep all guards, deflectors and safety devices in
place and operating properly.
11. Keep your face and body back and to the side of
the chipper chute while feeding material into the
machine to avoid accidental kickback injuries.
12. Never operate this machine without good visibility
or light.
13. Do not operate this machine on a paved, gravel or
non-level surface.
14. Do not operate this machine while under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
15. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a
burn. Do not touch.
16. Never pick up or carry machine while the engine is
running.
OPERATION
1. Do not put hands and feet near rotating parts or in
the feeding chambers and discharge opening.
Contact with the rotating impeller can amputate
fingers, hands, and feet.
2. Before starting the machine, make sure the chipper
chute, feed intake, and cutting chamber are empty
and free of all debris.
3. Thoroughly inspect all material to be shredded and
remove any metal, rocks, bottles, cans, or other
foreign objects which could cause personal injury
or damage to the machine.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their
proper operation regularly.
4. If it becomes necessary to push material through
the shredder hopper, use a small diameter stick. Do
not use your hands or feet.
5. If the impeller strikes a foreign object or if your
machine should start making an unusual noise or
vibration, immediately shut the engine off. Allow the
impeller to come to a complete stop. Disconnect
the spark plug wire, ground it against the engine
and perform the following steps:
2. Check bolts and screws for proper tightness at
frequent intervals to keep the machine in safe
working condition. Also, visually inspect machine
for any damage and repair, if needed.
3. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, stop the
engine and make certain the impeller and all
moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark
plug wire and ground it against the engine to
prevent unintended starting.
a. Inspect for damage.
4. Do not change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine. The governor controls the
maximum safe operating speed of the engine.
5. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
necessary.
6. Follow this manual for safe loading, unloading,
transporting, and storage of this machine.
7. Never store the machine or fuel container inside
where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light
such as a water heater, furnace, clothes dryer, etc.
8. Always refer to the operator’s manual for proper
instructions on off-season storage.
b. Repair or replace any damaged parts.
c. Check for any loose parts and tighten to
assure continued safe operation.
6. Do not allow an accumulation of processed
material to build up in the reduction chamber. This
can prevent proper discharge and result in kickback
of material through the feed opening.
7. Do not attempt to shred or chip material larger than
specified on the machine or in this manual.
Personal injury or machine damage could result.
8. Never attempt to unclog either the feed intake or
discharge opening while the engine is running.
Shut the engine off, wait until all moving parts have
stopped, disconnect the spark plug wire and
ground it against the engine before clearing debris.
9. If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors.
10. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for
gas, oil, etc. to protect the environment.
WARNING: - YOUR RESPONSIBILITY: Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read,
understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.
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SAFETY LABELS FOUND ON YOUR UNIT
SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR CHIPPER SHREDDER
IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil
in the engine. Be certain to service engine with gasoline
and oil as instructed in the Briggs & Stratton Owner/
Operator manual packed with your unit. before
operating your machine.
1.
Loose Parts In Carton
Spring Latch
Lock Rod
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Tow Bar (Model CS4210 Only)
Debris Collection Bag
2.
Safety Glasses
Engine Oil (one 20 oz. bottle)
Lowering the Chipper Chute
For shipping reasons, the unit is crated with its chipper
chute in a raised position. To pivot it downward,
proceed as follows:
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Pull the spring latch upward and gently pivot the
chipper chute down until it clicks into the lock rod.
See Figure 1.
Figure 1
WARNING: Never operate the chipper
shredder with the chipper chute in the raised
position. Doing so may result in property
damage or serious injury to the operator or
bystanders.
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