Specifications, 1 special torque requirements, Specifications 7 – Echo 76624 Owners Manual v.4 User Manual
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6 INCH CHIPPER
TROUBLESHOOTING
7.1 SpECIaL ToRQuE REQuIREmENTS
SpECIFICaTIoNS
7
Section
SpECIaL ToRQuE REQuIREmENTS
LoCaTIoN oN maCHINE
HaRDWaRE DESCRIpTIoN
ToRQuE (uNIFIED INCH)
ON CHIPPER DISK, BlADE MOuNTINg CAP
SCREWS
1/2 X 1-3/4 FlHD (ASTMF835)
CAP SCREWS
20 Ft-LbS
Excessive vibration while
running.
Drive system vibration.
Check drive belts and pulleys for bad or worn areas. Check for dull
chipper blades or shredder knives.
Rotor out of balance.
Inspect rotor for broken or missing chipper blades and shredder
knives; replace if needed. Check rotor to see if it wobbles. Check to
see if rotor is assembled correctly.
Chipper blade to anvil
clearance is incorrect.
Set chipper blade/anvil clearance to recommended distance (1/16”
to 1/8”).
Rotor will not turn.
drive belt too loose or broken.
Replace belt or spring.
obstructed discharge.
use branch or similar object to clear discharge.
Plugged rotor.
Clear rotor. Feed material more evenly.
Cannot engage clutch.
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/shredder.
Pulley(s) damaged or worn.
Replace pulley(s).
Pulley(s) not in alignment.
Align pulley(s) with straight edge.
Belt(s) tension too loose.
Replace belt or spring.
Trailer sways during
towing.
tire air pressure not correct
Check tire sidewall for inflation limits.