Maintenance and storage, Warning, Storage – Champion Power Equipment 91050 User Manual

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91050

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

Maintenance Schedule

Follow the service intervals indicated in the schedule
below. Service your chipper-shredder more frequently
when operating in adverse conditions. Contact our help
line at

1-877-338-0999 to locate the nearest Champion

Power Equipment authorized service dealer for your
chipper-shredder or engine maintenance needs.

Storage

Refer to the maintenance sections for proper cleaning
instructions. Always disconnect the spark plug wire in
times of inactivity, maintenance, and storage. This will
help to prevent any unintended engine start ups.

*To be performed by knowledgeable, experienced owners or
Champion Power Equipment certified dealers.

Never store the chipper-shredder inside next to appliances
where there is a source of heat or open flame, spark or
pilot light because they can ignite gasoline vapours.
DO NOT store a chipper-shredder near fertilizer or any
corrosive material.
Even with an empty gas tank, gasoline vapours could
ignite.

WARNING

Every time of use or daily

Check engine oil level
Clean around air intake and muffler
Check air filter
Check for loose or damaged parts
Inspect all chutes and guards

First 5 Hours

Change engine oil (break in period)

Every 25 Hours or per 1 month

Change engine oil
Clean air filter
Inspect all blades, sharpen if needed

Every 50 hours or per 6 months

Clean and adjust spark plug
Check cooling fan

Every 100 hours or per 1 year

Check/adjust valve clearance*
Clean fuel tank and filter*

Every 200 hours or per 2 years

Check/replace fuel line
Change spark plug

Every 250 hours

Clean combustion chamber

Chipper-shredder Storage

1. The chipper-shredder needs to be cool for at least 5

minutes before storing.

2. Clean the chipper-shredder before storage according

to the Maintenance section.

3. Store the unit in a clean, dry place out of direct

sunlight.

Engine Stored for Less than 30 Days

1. Add a properly formulated fuel stabilizer to the tank.
2. Run the engine for a few minutes so the treated fuel

cycles through the fuel system and carburetor.

3. Turn the fuel valve to the “Off” position.
4. Let the engine run until fuel starvation has stopped

the engine. This usually takes a few minutes.

5. The engine needs to cool completely before cleaning

and storage.

6. Clean the engine according to the maintenance section.

Engines Stored for Over 30 Days