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OWNER'S MANUAL MODELNO. 247.795850 Caution: Readand Follow All SafetyRules and Instructions BeforeOperating This Equipment CRRFTSMRN® 5 HORSEPOWER 3 CUTTING STAGE MULCHING AND BAGGING CHIPPER-SHREDDER Assembly Operation Customer Responsibilities Serviceand Adjustment Repair Parts SEARS,ROEBUCKAND CO., HoffmanEstates, IL 60179 U.S.A. 'rinted in U.S.A. 770-8901L 8/95
OWNER'S MANUAL MODELNO. 247.795850 Caution: Readand Follow All SafetyRules and Instructions BeforeOperating This Equipment CRRFTSMRN® 5 HORSEPOWER 3 CUTTING STAGE MULCHING AND BAGGING CHIPPER-SHREDDER Assembly Operation Customer Responsibilities Serviceand Adjustment Repair Parts SEARS,ROEBUCKAND CO., HoffmanEstates, IL 60179 U.S.A. 'rinted in U.S.A. 770-8901L 8/95
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... are not covered by the manu- This chipper-shredder is essential to the machine could create a fire hazard. Neverallow children under close fitting slacks air-intake is shut off if a child enters the area. Keepwork area clean and clear of such and shirt. Only use it to attach or remove catcher bag when engine is running . Keep discharge chute deflector, chipper chute door, and...
... are not covered by the manu- This chipper-shredder is essential to the machine could create a fire hazard. Neverallow children under close fitting slacks air-intake is shut off if a child enters the area. Keepwork area clean and clear of such and shirt. Only use it to attach or remove catcher bag when engine is running . Keep discharge chute deflector, chipper chute door, and...
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... foreign object, immediatelystop the engine, disconnecthe spark plug wire from the enginecontainscarbonmonoxide,which meetoriginalequipmentspecifications. 6. a. Allowunit to personswho read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in safeworkingcondition. 7. Over-speedintghe engineis dangerousandwill cause damage to the engine and to coolat leasttwo minutesbeforerefueling. III. Repairdamagebefore startingandoperatingunit. 9. Restrict the use flammablesolutionsto clean air filter. 5. c. Cleanup fuelandoil spillage. Storefuel and oil in approvedcontainers,awayfrom heat...
... foreign object, immediatelystop the engine, disconnecthe spark plug wire from the enginecontainscarbonmonoxide,which meetoriginalequipmentspecifications. 6. a. Allowunit to personswho read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in safeworkingcondition. 7. Over-speedintghe engineis dangerousandwill cause damage to the engine and to coolat leasttwo minutesbeforerefueling. III. Repairdamagebefore startingandoperatingunit. 9. Restrict the use flammablesolutionsto clean air filter. 5. c. Cleanup fuelandoil spillage. Storefuel and oil in approvedcontainers,awayfrom heat...
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... available through your nearest Sears Service Center/ Department in the operator's manual, Sears will enable you the best possible dependability and performance. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to state. MODEL NUMBER 247.795850 SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND ON A LABEL ATTACHED TO THE FRAME OF THE CHIPPER-SHREDDER. This warranty excludes the blades, chipper blades, flails, air cleaners, spark plugs, catcher bags and tires...
... available through your nearest Sears Service Center/ Department in the operator's manual, Sears will enable you the best possible dependability and performance. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to state. MODEL NUMBER 247.795850 SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND ON A LABEL ATTACHED TO THE FRAME OF THE CHIPPER-SHREDDER. This warranty excludes the blades, chipper blades, flails, air cleaners, spark plugs, catcher bags and tires...
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...Adjustments: Carburetor 16 Engine Speed 16 Throttle 16 Assembly Instructions: Catcher Bag 7 Chute Deflector 7 Hopper Assembly 7 Catcher Bag 7, 8 C Catcher Bag 7, 8 Controls 8 Customer Responsibilities 4, 12, 13 E Engine: Maintenance 12, 13 Starting 11 Stopping 9 Storage 14 F Fuel 10 L Lubrication 12 M Maintenance: Agreement 4 Schedule 12 Engine 12, 13 Chipper-Shredder 12 O Oil 10 Operating Tips 9 P Primer 11 R Repair/Replacement Parts 18-24 Responsibilities, Customer 4, 12-14 S Safety Rules 2 Sharpening 15, 16 Service Recommendations 12 Spark...
...Adjustments: Carburetor 16 Engine Speed 16 Throttle 16 Assembly Instructions: Catcher Bag 7 Chute Deflector 7 Hopper Assembly 7 Catcher Bag 7, 8 C Catcher Bag 7, 8 Controls 8 Customer Responsibilities 4, 12, 13 E Engine: Maintenance 12, 13 Starting 11 Stopping 9 Storage 14 F Fuel 10 L Lubrication 12 M Maintenance: Agreement 4 Schedule 12 Engine 12, 13 Chipper-Shredder 12 O Oil 10 Operating Tips 9 P Primer 11 R Repair/Replacement Parts 18-24 Responsibilities, Customer 4, 12-14 S Safety Rules 2 Sharpening 15, 16 Service Recommendations 12 Spark...
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Remove all parts and literature have been sub-assembled), upper guide assembly, chute deflector and the catcher bag. Make certain all packing inserts. Roll chipper-shredder out of your chipper-shredder, stand behind the unit with the engine the farthest away from you. After assembly, see operation section of this manual for the hopper assembly (hopper hood and upper leaf ramp section have been removed before the carton is...
Remove all parts and literature have been sub-assembled), upper guide assembly, chute deflector and the catcher bag. Make certain all packing inserts. Roll chipper-shredder out of your chipper-shredder, stand behind the unit with the engine the farthest away from you. After assembly, see operation section of this manual for the hopper assembly (hopper hood and upper leaf ramp section have been removed before the carton is...
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Hopper Door Stop Washer Housing Hex Bolt Chute Deflector \\ \ // / / \ Release Bar Upper Guide Assembly // Inlet / Guide Bolt 8-3/8" Long Flat Washer Hex Lock Nut FIGURE 3. SHREDDER. REFER TO FIGURE 13, " Hopper Pivot Door Hopper Assembly Bar FIGURE 4. PAGE 11. Upper Leaf Ramp Section Remove Truss Screw and Nut Guide (Assemble Assembly First) FIGURE 5. .Plunger HOWTO SET-UPYOUR CHIPPER-SHREDDER MAKE CERTAIN THE SPARK PLUG _hb WAWIRAEY IS FDRISOCMONNTEHCETEDSPAARNKD MOPLVUEGD BEFORE ASSEMBLING THE CHIPPER- Spacers_ Hex Nut Hand Knob FIGURE2.
Hopper Door Stop Washer Housing Hex Bolt Chute Deflector \\ \ // / / \ Release Bar Upper Guide Assembly // Inlet / Guide Bolt 8-3/8" Long Flat Washer Hex Lock Nut FIGURE 3. SHREDDER. REFER TO FIGURE 13, " Hopper Pivot Door Hopper Assembly Bar FIGURE 4. PAGE 11. Upper Leaf Ramp Section Remove Truss Screw and Nut Guide (Assemble Assembly First) FIGURE 5. .Plunger HOWTO SET-UPYOUR CHIPPER-SHREDDER MAKE CERTAIN THE SPARK PLUG _hb WAWIRAEY IS FDRISOCMONNTEHCETEDSPAARNKD MOPLVUEGD BEFORE ASSEMBLING THE CHIPPER- Spacers_ Hex Nut Hand Knob FIGURE2.
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... or standard glasses available at Sears Retail or Catalog Stores. See figure 6. Always wear the safety glasses provided with the location of the American National Standards Institute. eleaseplungetro lockitintopositionS. Compare the illustrations with your chipper-shredder to manually start the engine. Hopper Assembly Chipper Chute I Spark Plug, Wire and _ Boot Fuel Fill Oil Fill and Cap Dipstick Throttle Control FIGURE 6. See figure 6. BEFORE USING YOUR CHIPPER-SHREDDER, AGAIN REFER TO THE...
... or standard glasses available at Sears Retail or Catalog Stores. See figure 6. Always wear the safety glasses provided with the location of the American National Standards Institute. eleaseplungetro lockitintopositionS. Compare the illustrations with your chipper-shredder to manually start the engine. Hopper Assembly Chipper Chute I Spark Plug, Wire and _ Boot Fuel Fill Oil Fill and Cap Dipstick Throttle Control FIGURE 6. See figure 6. BEFORE USING YOUR CHIPPER-SHREDDER, AGAIN REFER TO THE...
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... FED INTO THE CHIPPER CHUTE. No Larger Than 1/2" Diameter Or 1" Diameter (Maximum) FIGURE 9. See figure 6. • Disconnect spark plug wire and move away from spark plug to push material into the hopper assembly in this position. See figure 6. No Larger Than 1/2" Diameter Or 1" Diameter (Maximum) HOW TO USE YOUR CHIPPER-SHREDDER Do not attempt to STOP position. TO STOP ENGINE \ • Move throttle control lever to shred...
... FED INTO THE CHIPPER CHUTE. No Larger Than 1/2" Diameter Or 1" Diameter (Maximum) FIGURE 9. See figure 6. • Disconnect spark plug wire and move away from spark plug to push material into the hopper assembly in this position. See figure 6. No Larger Than 1/2" Diameter Or 1" Diameter (Maximum) HOW TO USE YOUR CHIPPER-SHREDDER Do not attempt to STOP position. TO STOP ENGINE \ • Move throttle control lever to shred...
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... OF IGNITION UNTIL GASOLINE VAPORS HAVE DISAPPEARED. 10 Release the bar. See figure 12. If the flail screen becomes clogged, remove and clean as follows. Be careful not to the ground. Pull up to keep the shredding blade and the chipper blades sharp. See figure 11. With chipper-shredder level, use Ethyl or high octane gasoline. Tilt chipper-shredder toward the left (from running low on dipstick. Check...
... OF IGNITION UNTIL GASOLINE VAPORS HAVE DISAPPEARED. 10 Release the bar. See figure 12. If the flail screen becomes clogged, remove and clean as follows. Be careful not to the ground. Pull up to keep the shredding blade and the chipper blades sharp. See figure 11. With chipper-shredder level, use Ethyl or high octane gasoline. Tilt chipper-shredder toward the left (from running low on dipstick. Check...
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... fuel level periodically to avoid running out of the compression cycle. NOTE: A noise will be heard when finding the start of gasoline while operating the chipper-shredder. Let rope rewind slowly. Throttle Control FIGURE 13. USE FRESH FUEL NEXT SEASON. Spark Plug, Boot Oil Fill and Fuel Dipstick Fill Cap • Attach spark plug wire and rubber boot to prevent accidental starting while SECURED WITH THE HAND KNOBS. Keep a firm grip on starter handle. NOTE: If engine...
... fuel level periodically to avoid running out of the compression cycle. NOTE: A noise will be heard when finding the start of gasoline while operating the chipper-shredder. Let rope rewind slowly. Throttle Control FIGURE 13. USE FRESH FUEL NEXT SEASON. Spark Plug, Boot Oil Fill and Fuel Dipstick Fill Cap • Attach spark plug wire and rubber boot to prevent accidental starting while SECURED WITH THE HAND KNOBS. Keep a firm grip on starter handle. NOTE: If engine...
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..., etc.) improve starting in the shade. Allow to avoid possible engine damage from a hose through the hopper assembly and chipper chute with water. Remove oil drain plug. Check Engine Oil / */ -_/ Change Engine Oil Service Air Cleaner ,,=, Clean Engine Cylinder Spark Plug Muffler _/ CHECK GENERALRECOMMENDATIONS 4 4 _J *J _' 4' _ -_ _f Colder < SERVDIACTEES 32°F _ Warmer AND DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG _ WWAIRRENINGBE: FOARLWE AYSPERSFTOORPMTINHGE ENGAINNYE MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENTS, • Periodically check all oil, replace drain plug securely. •...
..., etc.) improve starting in the shade. Allow to avoid possible engine damage from a hose through the hopper assembly and chipper chute with water. Remove oil drain plug. Check Engine Oil / */ -_/ Change Engine Oil Service Air Cleaner ,,=, Clean Engine Cylinder Spark Plug Muffler _/ CHECK GENERALRECOMMENDATIONS 4 4 _J *J _' 4' _ -_ _f Colder < SERVDIACTEES 32°F _ Warmer AND DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG _ WWAIRRENINGBE: FOARLWE AYSPERSFTOORPMTINHGE ENGAINNYE MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENTS, • Periodically check all oil, replace drain plug securely. •...
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... a muffler or tamper with a spark arrester screen assembly, remove every 50 hours for cleaning and inspection. Service paper filter every 100 hours of use , or at the start of base and cover thoroughly. • Replace paper and foam filters, making sure the screen side is important to avoid overspeeding, overheating and engine damage. Spark plug replacement is equipped with the exhaust system. Plug MUFFLER Do not operate the chipper-shredder without air cleaner completely assembled. AIR...
... a muffler or tamper with a spark arrester screen assembly, remove every 50 hours for cleaning and inspection. Service paper filter every 100 hours of use , or at the start of base and cover thoroughly. • Replace paper and foam filters, making sure the screen side is important to avoid overspeeding, overheating and engine damage. Spark plug replacement is equipped with the exhaust system. Plug MUFFLER Do not operate the chipper-shredder without air cleaner completely assembled. AIR...
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.... Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer. • Drain all the oil from the clevis pins which extend through the housing. Lift the flail screen from the spark plug before unclogging the chute. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE. • Drain the fuel tank. • Start the engine and let it out of fuel gum deposits during storage. Replace spark plug. CHIPPER-SHREDDER • Clean the chipper-shredder thoroughly...
.... Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer. • Drain all the oil from the clevis pins which extend through the housing. Lift the flail screen from the spark plug before unclogging the chute. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE. • Drain the fuel tank. • Start the engine and let it out of fuel gum deposits during storage. Replace spark plug. CHIPPER-SHREDDER • Clean the chipper-shredder thoroughly...
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... through the flail screen into the impeller to 250-350 inch pounds. Hand Knobs SHARPENINGORREPLACINGTHEBLADES CHIPPER BLADES • Disconnect spark plug wire and move it from spark plug. • Remove the flail screen as follows. • Disconnect spark plug wire and move it away from spark plug. • Lower the hopper assembly. Reassemble in the same manner. Hairpin Clips, Clevis Pins _Hex Nuts, Washers Flail Screen Chute FIGURE 18. Allen Screws Pipe Sharp...
... through the flail screen into the impeller to 250-350 inch pounds. Hand Knobs SHARPENINGORREPLACINGTHEBLADES CHIPPER BLADES • Disconnect spark plug wire and move it from spark plug. • Remove the flail screen as follows. • Disconnect spark plug wire and move it away from spark plug. • Lower the hopper assembly. Reassemble in the same manner. Hairpin Clips, Clevis Pins _Hex Nuts, Washers Flail Screen Chute FIGURE 18. Allen Screws Pipe Sharp...
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....See figure21. FACES AND MUFFLER. ENGINE SPEED Your engine speed has been factory set at the factory and should not require adjustment. Do not attempt to increase engine speed or it may be performed by your nearest Sears Service Department. However, if your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your chipper-shredder to the nearest SEARS Service Center for repair and adjustment. 16 CARBURETORADJUSTMENT WARNING: IF...
....See figure21. FACES AND MUFFLER. ENGINE SPEED Your engine speed has been factory set at the factory and should not require adjustment. Do not attempt to increase engine speed or it may be performed by your nearest Sears Service Department. However, if your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your chipper-shredder to the nearest SEARS Service Center for repair and adjustment. 16 CARBURETORADJUSTMENT WARNING: IF...
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... tank with clean, fresh fuel. • Connect wire to spark plug. • Follow priming instructions in impeller. • Shredding blade and/or chipper blades dull. Clean flail screen and inside of this manual. • Contact your chipper-shredder will be found on the blower housing of power; Remove lodged object. • Sharpen or replace shredding and chipper blades. "5 H.P. HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS Each chipper-shredder has its own model number. The model number for the engine will be ordered through Sears...
... tank with clean, fresh fuel. • Connect wire to spark plug. • Follow priming instructions in impeller. • Shredding blade and/or chipper blades dull. Clean flail screen and inside of this manual. • Contact your chipper-shredder will be found on the blower housing of power; Remove lodged object. • Sharpen or replace shredding and chipper blades. "5 H.P. HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS Each chipper-shredder has its own model number. The model number for the engine will be ordered through Sears...
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.....531" I .D. Scr. 5/16-24 x .75" Lg. 50 Hex Top L-Nut 5/16-24 (Gr. 5) 51 L-Wash. 5/16" I.D.* 52 Hex Bolt 1/4-20 x 3.75" Lg.* 53 FI-Wash..281" I .D. L-Nut 1/4-20 Thd. L-Wash. 5/16" I .D. Spark Plug Boot Engine--Model 143.955003 Release Bar Torsion Spring 1.06" Lg. Hd. Truss Mach. Shredder Axle Wheel Ass'y. CHIPPER-SHREDDER Repair Parts MODEL NO. 247.795850 CEY _10. Rod Spacer .64" I 44 _ 45...
.....531" I .D. Scr. 5/16-24 x .75" Lg. 50 Hex Top L-Nut 5/16-24 (Gr. 5) 51 L-Wash. 5/16" I.D.* 52 Hex Bolt 1/4-20 x 3.75" Lg.* 53 FI-Wash..281" I .D. L-Nut 1/4-20 Thd. L-Wash. 5/16" I .D. Spark Plug Boot Engine--Model 143.955003 Release Bar Torsion Spring 1.06" Lg. Hd. Truss Mach. Shredder Axle Wheel Ass'y. CHIPPER-SHREDDER Repair Parts MODEL NO. 247.795850 CEY _10. Rod Spacer .64" I 44 _ 45...
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...'y. (Incl. 46 & 49) Connecting Rod Bolt Valve Lifter Oil Dipper Camshaft Blower Housing Extension Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-3/16" Screw, 10-24 x 9/16" Cylinder Cover Gasket Cylinder Cover (Incl. 75 thru 83) Oil Drain Plug Oil Seal Governor Shaft Washer Governor Gear Ass'y. (Incl. 81) Governor Spool Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-1/4" Flywheel Key Flywheel Belleville Washer Flywheel Nut Solid State Ignition Spark Plug Cover Screw, Torx T-15, 10-24 x 15/16" Ground Wire KEY NO. 119 120 125...
...'y. (Incl. 46 & 49) Connecting Rod Bolt Valve Lifter Oil Dipper Camshaft Blower Housing Extension Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-3/16" Screw, 10-24 x 9/16" Cylinder Cover Gasket Cylinder Cover (Incl. 75 thru 83) Oil Drain Plug Oil Seal Governor Shaft Washer Governor Gear Ass'y. (Incl. 81) Governor Spool Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-1/4" Flywheel Key Flywheel Belleville Washer Flywheel Nut Solid State Ignition Spark Plug Cover Screw, Torx T-15, 10-24 x 15/16" Ground Wire KEY NO. 119 120 125...
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..., 36581, 36624, 36626 Spark Arrestor Kit (Incl. 417) (Optional) Screw, 8-32 x 3/8" PARTS LIST FOR RECOIL STARTER KEY NO. DESCRIP_ON 590736 Rewind Starter 1 590599A Spring Pin (Incl. 4) 2 590600 Washer 3 590696 Retainer 4 590601 Washer 5 590697 i Brake Spring 6 590698 Starter Dog 13 7 590699 Dog Spring 8 590700 11 590705 Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y. ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.955003 Repair Parts KEY NO. SEARS CRAFTSMAN 5 H.P. Starter Housing Ass'y. 12 590535 13 590701 Starter Rope (98" x 9/64" Dia.) Starter Handle °-fo ,._1t m8...
..., 36581, 36624, 36626 Spark Arrestor Kit (Incl. 417) (Optional) Screw, 8-32 x 3/8" PARTS LIST FOR RECOIL STARTER KEY NO. DESCRIP_ON 590736 Rewind Starter 1 590599A Spring Pin (Incl. 4) 2 590600 Washer 3 590696 Retainer 4 590601 Washer 5 590697 i Brake Spring 6 590698 Starter Dog 13 7 590699 Dog Spring 8 590700 11 590705 Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y. ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.955003 Repair Parts KEY NO. SEARS CRAFTSMAN 5 H.P. Starter Housing Ass'y. 12 590535 13 590701 Starter Rope (98" x 9/64" Dia.) Starter Handle °-fo ,._1t m8...
