Regular maintenance ensures optimal performance, and extends the life span of your equipment. A well-maintained chipper shredder will run smoothly for a long period of time. Follow our experts’ maintenance tips and keep your equipment running like new.
Always refer to your owner’s manual for recommended maintenance. Before performing any maintenance on your chipper shredders, abide by these safety instructions: stop the engine and make certain the impeller and other moving parts have stopped, and disconnect the spark plug wire and tuck it out of the way to prevent accidental starting.
Clean before each use
Before using your chipper shredder, clear away any dust or debris on the machine, and clean the control linkage to prevent malfunctions with the switch. Before using your machine, you should also fill the oil and fuel tanks.
Check bolts and screws
Frequently check the bolts and screws on your chipper shredder to ensure proper tightness. Replace these if necessary to keep your machine in safe working condition.
Lubricate chipper shredder parts
After several hours of use, apply lubricant to all moving parts including the control levers, discharge chute swivel pivot joints, chute release rod, and hopper assembly.
Muffler and motor care
Use a brush or dry rag to clean around the muffler on your chipper shredder, as well as the chute on the machine. Each time you use your chipper shredder, make sure the machine is empty before starting the motor.
Clean the flail screen
The flail screen on your chipper shredder can become clogged over time. If clogged, remove and clean the flail screen. So not use forceful spray when cleaning; you run the risk of contaminating the fuel system.
Again, your owner’s manual will provide a recommended maintenance schedule. When it is time, make sure you change the oil, air filter, spark plug, and blades on your machine. Perform this maintenance at least once a year to keep your chipper shredder running smoothly.
You May Also Enjoy These Articles:
Buyer’s Guide to Chipper Shredder Vacs
Buyer’s Guide to Walk Behind Lawn Mowers
Why Weingartz?
Weingartz, family owned and operated, began in 1945 as a farm supply store for local Michigan families. In the 1970s, we began to focus exclusively on outdoor power equipment. Over time, we morphed into the “power equipment superstore” that now defines all of our locations. The staff and experts at Weingartz work diligently to provide the best service possible and give honest and helpful advice to each and every customer.
Weingartz also sells parts for all outdoor power equipment at https://weingartz.com/parts-lookup.
Weingartz
5436 Jackson Rd.
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
(734) 239-8200
info@weingartz.com
Connect With Us!
https://www.facebook.com/WeingartzLawnToSnow
http://pinterest.com/MrWeingartz
Sign up for our electronic monthly newsletter for discounts and money-saving tips.
