Echo CH9540H Owners Manual v.7 - Manual (Page 28)

PTO CHIPPERS 24
TROUBLESHOOTING
Belt squeals when engaging
belt.
Engaging belt too fast. Engage belt more slowly.
Belt tension too loose. Replace belt or spring.
Excessive vibration while
running.
Dull chipper blades. Flip or sharpen blades.
Drive system vibration.
Check drive belts, bearings, and pulleys for
bad or worn areas. Check for dull chipper
blades or shredder knives.
Disk out of balance.
Inspect rotor for damaged or missing chipper
blades; replace if needed.
Chipper blade to anvil clearance is
incorrect.
Set blade/anvil clearance to recommended
distance.
Cannot engage belt.
Improper belt installation; belt not
under belt guide.
Install belt properly; install belt under belt
guide.
Improper belt tension.
Adjust belt tension. Replace belt or spring if
needed.
Excessive belt wear.
Not using correct belt.
Contact your nearest authorized dealer to
order the correct belt for your chipper.
Pulley(s) damaged or worn. Replace pulley(s).
Pulley(s) not in alignment.
Align pulley(s) to within 1/16" with straight
edge.
Belt(s) tension too loose. Replace belt or spring.