Echo 72854s - Manual (Page 10)

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2.1.3 Attach the Blower Discharge
Tube
Attach the blower discharge tube to the mounting
flange on the chipper frame (see figure 10.3). Half of
the mounting clamp is already attached to the tube.
Slide the tube into the flange and tighten the bolts to
secure it. Install the second half of the clamp to the
tube and flange. Rotate the tube 360 degrees and
lock it in place with the handle to make sure it is
mounted correctly.
2.1.4 Before Using
1. Install battery (not included: use group 22F 300
CCA min), connect positive and ground battery
cables, and check battery condition. Charge if
needed. Note: If needed, a larger group UB72
battery may be used.
Use caution when connecting battery cables
near fuel. A spark could ignite the fuel and
cause a fire.
2. Fill the engine with oil (per instructions in
supplied engine manual) and fill the fuel tank
with fuel.
Important! See instructions for hydrostatic pump
start-up procedure, page 8.
2.2. 28 HP Models
1. Remove the chipper from its shipping crate.
Place the unit on a level surface before attempt-
ing to assemble it. Support the frame with wood
blocks or other support device before installing
axle. See the Torque Chart, page 7, for minimum
tightening torque of bolts and screws.
2. Your chipper may be shipped without an axle.
You must supply the required axle and install
the axle, wheels, and tires according to the
manufacturer's specifications.
2.2.1. Attach the Pintle Hitch
1. Insert the adjustable hitch into the hitch opening
in the chipper trailer. Insert a 3/8" x 2" bolt
through the bolt hole in the adjustable hitch as
shown in figure 10.4. Place the end link in the
Assembly
Your chipper may arrive totally or partially
assembled. If your chipper arrives partially
assembled, you may need to perform the steps in this
section.
2.1. 25 HP Models
1. Remove the chipper from its shipping crate.
Place the unit on a level surface before attempt-
ing to assemble it. Support the frame with wood
blocks or other support device before installing
axle. See the Torque Chart, page 7, for minimum
tightening torque of bolts and screws.
2. Your chipper may be shipped without an axle.
You must supply the required axle and install
the axle, wheels, and tires according to the
manufacturer's specifications.
3. Mount the trailer hitch to the frame using three
3/8 X 3-1/2" bolts and locknuts (supplied).
2.1.1 Attach the Chipper Chute
Do not operate this unit without the chipper
chute correctly installed. Rotating cutting
blades can cause serious personal injury.
Mount the chipper chute to the hydraulic feed using
eight 3/8" x 1" bolts and locknuts. To insert the top
bolts, you may need to temporarily lift the grab roller
with a pry bar. Use three bolts on each side and two
on the bottom (see figure 10.1).
2.1.2 Attach the Chute Extension Tray
1. After mounting the chute to the hydraulic feed,
slide the chute extension tray over the chipper
chute as shown in figure 10.2. Make sure that
you position the lip on the extension tray
behind the lip on the chipper chute. Align the
five bolt holes in the chute extension tray with the
bolt holes in the hinge.
2. Insert five 3/8" x 1" carriage bolts (included in
owner's kit packaged with the chipper) through
the tray and the extension hinge. Secure the bolts
with washers and nuts. Secure with hairpin clips.