Echo CH500H Owners Manual v.1 - Manual (Page 19)

5" and 8" Skid Steer Chipper 15
Section
Problem Possible cause remedY
Hard to feed chipper.
dull chipper blades. 1.
Obstructed discharge. 2.
improper blade clearance. 3.
reverse or sharpen blades. 1.
Use branch or similar object to clear 2.
discharge.
Adjust clearance between chipper block
3.
and chipper blades.
Feed roller does not engage.
low hydraulic flow due to low 1.
engine rPM.
Move loader engine speed to higher 1.
rPM.
excessive vibration while
running.
Chipper not correctly attached to 1.
skid steer.
damaged chipper blades.
2.
Check for correct mounting of the chipper 1.
to the skid steer.
replace damaged blades.
2.
rotor will not turn. No hydraulic flow. 1.
Check quick couplers connection. Check 1.
for damaged hose ends and fittings.
does not discharge chips. Not enough hydraulic flow. 1.
Make sure enough flow is provided by the 1.
skid steer.
Chipper does not seat
properly on the skid steer.
Wedges are not fully extended. 1.
Mud, dirt or stones are lodged 2.
between the chipper and the skid
steer.
retract wedges. 1.
remove debris from between the chipper 2.
and the skid steer.
TroubleshooTing
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Before performing any of the corrections in this troubleshooting chart, refer to the appropriate information contained in
this manual for the correct safety precautions and operating or maintenance procedures. Contact your dealer or the
factory for service problems with the machine.