BETSTCO FH-ECO19 Chipper Shredder Owner’s Manual
- June 10, 2024
- BETSTCO
Table of Contents
BETSTCO FH-ECO19 Chipper Shredder Owner’s Manual
WARNING
This symbol indicates important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger personal safety and/or property. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol—heed its warning.
Training
- Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual) before attempting to assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts.
- Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly.
- Never allow children under 18 years old to operate this machine. Children 18 years old and over should read and understand the operation instructions and safety rules in this manual and should be trained and supervised by a parent.
- Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper instruction.
- Keep bystanders, helpers, pets, and children at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
- Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.
- Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or in the feeding chambers and discharge opening. Contact with the rotating impeller can amputate fingers, hands, and feet.
- Never attempt to unclog either the feed intake or discharge opening, remove or empty bag, or inspect and repair the machine while the engine is running. Shut the engine off and wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine.
NOTE:
The operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to
other people, their property, and ‘• themselves.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
SAFETY INFORMATION
Preparation
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Thoroughly inspect the area where the chipper/ shredder is to be used. Remove all rocks, bottles, cans, or other foreign objects which could be picked up or thrown and cause personal injury or damage to the machine.
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Avoid discharging chipped material out of the discharge chute against a wall or on asphalt, concrete, or other hard surfaces as material being ejected could ricochet, causing injury to you or bystanders.
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Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles to protect eyes during operation or while performing an adjustment or repair.
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Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and dose fitting pants and shirts. Loose fitting clothing or jewelry can be caught in movable parts. Wear leather work gloves when feeding material in the chipper chute.
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Before starting the engine, check bolts and screws for proper tightness to be sure the machine is in safe working condition. Also, visually inspect the chipper shredder at frequent intervals for any damage.
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Maintain or replace safety and instructions labels. as necessary.
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To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline.
a. Use only an approved gasoline container.
b. Extinguish all cigarettes. cigars. pipes. and other sources of ignition.
c. Never fuel machine indoors.
d. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running.
e. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling.
f. Never over fill fuel tank. Leave at least 1/2 inch open below bottom of filler neck to provide space for fuel expansion.
g. Tighten gasoline cap securely.
h. If gasoline is spilled. wipe it off the engine and equipment. Move machine to another area and wait 5 minutes before starting the engine.
i. Never store machine or fuel container inside near an open flame, spark, or pilot light (e.g., fumace, water heater, space heater, clothes dryer. etc.).
j. To reduce the fire hazard, keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spills and remove any fuel soaked debris.
k. Allow machine to cool at least 5 minutes before storing. -
Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine (motor) is running (except where specifically recommended by the manufacturer).
Safety Label Locations
These labels warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury. Read
them carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your
PowRkraft for a replacement.
Safety Information
PowRkraft Outdoor Power products are designed to give safe and dependable
service if operated according to instructions. Read and understand this
owner’s manual before operating your power equipment.
Operator Responsibility Know how to stop your power equipment quickly in case of emergency. Understand the use of all controls and connections. Be sure that anyone who operates this power equipment receives proper instruction. Do not let children operate the power equipment without parental supervision.
OPERATING GUIDLINES
READ THESE OPERATING GUIDELINES BEFORE YOU PROCEED ANY FURTHER
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Do not put hands and feet near rotating parts or in the feeding chambers and discharge opening. Contact with the rotating impeller can amputate fingers. hands, and feet.
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Before starting the machine, make sure the chipper chute. feed intake. and cutting chamber are empty and free of all debris.
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Thoroughly inspect all material to be shredded and remove any metal. rocks. bottles. cans, or other foreign objects which could cause personal injury or damage 8. to the machine.
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If it becomes necessary to push material through the shredder hopper, use a small diameter stick. Do not use your hands or feet.
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If the impeller strikes a foreign object or if your machine should start making an unusual noise or vibration. immediately shut the engine off. Allow the impeller to come to a complete stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire. ground it against the engine and perform the following steps.
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Never attempt to unclog either the feed intake or discharge opening while the engine is running. Shut the engine off, wait until all moving parts have stopped. disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine before clearing debris.
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Never operate without the shredder funnel, chipper chute. or discharge chute properly attached to the machine. Never empty or change discharge bag while the engine is running. Stop the engine when leaving the operating position,
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Keep all guards. deflectors and safety devices in place and operating properly. Repair or replace any damaged parts. Check for any loose parts and tighten to assure continued safe operation.
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Do not allow an accumulation of processed material to 12 build up in the discharge area. This can prevent proper discharge and result in kickback of material through the feed opening.
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Do not attempt to shred or chip material larger than specified on the machine or in this manual. Personal injury or machine damage could result,
Keep your face and body back and to the side of the chipper chute while feeding material into the machine to avoid accidental kickback injuries. Never operate this machine without good visibility or light. Do not operate on a non-level surface. -
Do not operate in a confined space.
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Do not operate this machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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Muffler and engine become hot and can cause burn. Do not touch,
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Never pick up or carry machine while the engine is running.
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Do not leave this machine running while unattended
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Keep children, bystanders, and pets 75 feet away 20. Use only manufacturer approved accessories attachments.
Required tools:
Approximate assembly time:
Remove the chipper from its carton.
Remove staples, break glue on top flaps, or cut tape at carton end and peel
along top flap to open carton.
Verify all parts are in the chipper carton.
- Chipper Chute
- Chipper engine and box assembly (pre-assembled)
- Chipper Chute
- Hardware Bag
- Trailer hitch and funnel handles packaged together
DANGER
This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe
operation in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or
error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury.
WARNING
Always wear hearing and eye protection while operating this machine or if you
are within 75 feet of this machine.
Operating Instructions
Using the Chipper Shredder
Yard waste such as leaves and pine needles can be raked up and placed in the
chipper funnel for shredding. DO NOT PUT BRANCHES INTO THE CHIPPER FUNNEL.
BRANCHES SHOULD BE FED INTO THE SIDE CHIPPER CHUTE. When using the side
chipper chute to chip branches, it is important to let the chipper feed the
branches through automatically. DO NOT attempt to force the branches through.
If the branches do not automatically feed through, gently push the branch and
then allow the chipper to automatically feed the branch through. Forcing
branches into the side chute may wear the belt prematurely. Once material is
shredded by the hammers on the impeller assembly, it is discharged through the
open discharge chute or into the chipper bag. Do not attempt to shred or chip
any material other than normal yard vegetation found (i.e., branches, leaves,
twigs, etc.) Avoid fibrous plants such as tomato vines until they are
thoroughly dried. Twigs and small branches can be fed into the chipper chute.
(See model specifications for maximum cutting thickness.)
IMPORTANT: The hammer screen is located inside the housing in the
discharge area. If the screen becomes clogged, remove and clean as instructed.
For best performance, it is also important to keep the chipper blade sharp.
WARNING
Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and ground against engine before
cleaning, lubricating or doing any kind of maintenance on your machine.
Maintenance and Storage
- Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.
- Check bolts and screws for proper tightness at frequent intervals to keep the machine in safe working condition. Also, visually inspect machine for any damage and repair, if needed.
- Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, stop the engine and make certain the impeller and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting.
- Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine.
- Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.
- Follow this manual for safe loading, unloading, transporting, and storage of this machine.
- Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as a water heater, furnace, clothes dryer, etc.
- Always refer to the operator’s manual for proper instructions on off-season storage.
- If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors.
- Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil, etc. to protect the environment.
If the Chipper Becomes Clogged:
If the discharge area becomes clogged:
- Stop the engine. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and ground against the engine.
- Remove the large funnel and the clean out the access hatch on the side of the chipper engine box (as necessary).
- Reach in and clear the debris causing the blockage. Reinstall the funnel and the clean out access hatch.
- Connect the spark plug wire and restart.
NOTE: If the blockage is severe, the hammer screen within the discharge chute can be removed as well, providing greater access. To accomplish this, remove the pins and slide the flail screen out of the discharge chute.
Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and ground against engine before cleaning, lubricating or doing any kind of maintenance on your machine.
Removing and Sharpening the Blade
The chipper was shipped with one blade attached and one blade in the hardware
bag. You can extend the belt life by operating the chipper with a sharp blade.
- Disconnect the PTO Shaft
- Remove the blade access hatch and rotate the blade to align with the access hatch.
- Remove the flail screen in the discharge chute by removing the pins that secure it at the top and bottom of the screen.
- Remove the blade using a 3/16″ Allen wrench on the outside of the blade and an adjustable wrench on the impeller assembly (through the discharge chute). Use a piece of pipe or wood to block the flails, preventing them from inadvertently turning.
- Add, replace or sharpen the blade as desired.
- When sharpening the blade, protect hands by using gloves and following the original angle of Grind. Torque to 250-300 in. lbs.
NOTE: Make certain the blade is reassembled with the sharp edge facing upward.
Changing or Tightening the Belt
NOTE: The belt is designed to be the weakest link in the mechanical
linkage between the engine and the blade. This improves the safety and
durability of the chipper/ shredder.
Occasionally, changing or tightening the belt is required.
Maintenance & Storage
- Scribe a mark on the base plate along the edge of the engine.
- Remove the belt from the pulleys.
- Remove the handle, discharge chute and screen.
- Loosen the four bolts securing the engine.
- Slide the engine about 1/8′ further back.
- Tighten the engine mounting bolts securely.
- Re-install the belt and verify the tension. If the belt is still too loose, move the engine back another 1/8′ by repeating the above steps.
- Reinstall guards, chutes, and screens.
Cleaning the Chipper/Shredder
- Make sure engine is off.
- Wipe off machine with an oiled rag to prevent rust.
- If the fuel tank has to be drained, do so outdoors.
- Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil, etc., to protect the environment.
Storing the Chipper/Shredder
- Clean the equipment thoroughly.
- Wipe equipment with an oiled rag to prevent rust.
- Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage instructions.
- Store unit in a clean, dry area. Do not store next to corrosive materials such as fertilizer.
- Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as a water heater, furnace clothes dryer, etc.
PARTS BREAKDOWN
EC019.001 PARTS LIST
REF.| PART NUMBER| DESCRIPTION| | QTY.
1| LS18.101| HANDLE COVER| | 1
2| ECO19.101| DRAW BAR| | 1
3| DP8x60| LOCK PIN D8x60| | 1
4| GB6170-M12| NUT M12| | 4
5| LP12| LOCK PIN 12 •| | 2
6| T150.101| LOWER HITCH PIN| | 2
7| ECO19.011| MAIN FRAME,WDMT| | 1
8| GB5782-M10x90| BOLT M10x90| | 1
9| GB97.1-10| PLAIN WASHER 10| | 22
10| GB889.1-M10| LOCK NUT M10| | 14
11| ECO19.102| CONNECTING ROD| | 1
12| ECO19.021| WHEEL,SET| | 2
13| DP12x60| LOCK PIN D12x60| | 2
14| GB5783-M8x20| BOLT M8x20 •| | 4
15| GB97.1-8| PLAIN WASHER 8| | 5
16| GB889.1-M8| LOCK NUT M8| | 5
17| ECO19.020| SHIELD,PULLEY| | 1
18| REACH 04-3360| CLAMPING COUPLING 3360 •| | 1
19| EFGC125.121| PULLEY| | 1
20| GB11544-SPB1295| V-BELT SPB1295| | 2
21| ECO19.105| CONNECTING PLATE| | 1
22| GB5783-M12x35| BOLT M12x35| | 4
23| GB93-12| LOCK WASHER 12| | 4
24| GB97.1-12| PLAIN WASHER 12| | 4
25| ECO19.012| MOUNTING BASE,GEARBOX| | 1
26| GB5782-M10x75| BOLT M10x75| | 10
27| TS50.300Z.02| GEARBOX,ASSY| | 1
28| ECO19.002| CHIPPER,ASSY| | 1
29| ECO19.016| DISCHARGE COVER| | 1
30| ECO19.106| DISCHARGE FLAP| | 1
31| ECO19.107| CLAMPING PLATE| | 3
32| JB4005-6×12| RIVET 6×12| | 6
33| GB5783-M10x25| BOLT M10x25| | 4
EC019.002 PARTS LIST
REF.| PART NUMBER| DESCRIPTION| | QTY.
1| REACH 04-3560| CLAMPING COUPLER 3560 •| | 1
2| ECO19.103| PULLEY| | 1
3| F90507| BEARING F90507,SET| | 2
4| GB889.1-M12| LOCK NUT M12| | 8
5| GB97.1-12| PLAIN WASHER 12| | 8
6| ECO19.003| ROTOR,ASSY| | 1
7| GB5783-M10x25| BOLT M10x25| | 4
8| GB93-10| LOCK WASHER 10| | 4
9| GB97.1-10| PLAIN WASHER 10| | 4
10| ECO19.019| PATCHING PLATE,WDMT| | 2
11| ECO19.013| HOUSING,WDMT| | 1
12| R PIN 3.2| R PIN 3.2| | 2
13| ECO19.017| SIFTING PLATE,WDMT| | 1
14| ECO19.018| SIFTING PLATE,WDMT| | 1
15| ECO19.109| SUPPORTING ROD| | 2
16| ECO19.022| COVER,BEARING| | 1
17| GB5783-M10x25| BOLT M10x25| | 4
18| GB93-10| LOCK WASHER 10| | 4
19| GB97.1-10| PLAIN WASHER 10| | 4
20| ECO19.015| UPPER HOPPER| | 1
21| ECO19.111| ENTRANCE FLAP,UPPER| | 1
22| ECO19.112| CLAMPING PLATE| | 2
23| JB4005-6×12| RIVET 6×12| | 6
24| ECO19.110| ENTRANCE FLAP,LOWER| | 1
25| ECO19.014| LOWER HOPPER| | 1
26| GB889.1-M8| LOCK NUT M8| | 3
27| GB97.1-8| PLAIN WASHER 8| | 3
EC019.003 PARTS LIST
REF.| PART NUMBER| DESCRIPTION| | QTY.
1| ECO19.023| ROTOR,WDMT| | 1
2| ECO19.114| SPACER| | 2
3| GB2673-M8x30| COUNTERSUNK SCREW M8x| | 6
4| ECO19.115| KNIFE| | 2
5| GB97.1-8| PLAIN WASHER 8| | 3
6| GB889.1-M8| LOCK NUT M8| | 3
7| ECO19.024| SHAFT HOLDER,WDMT| | 8
8| ECO19.120| SHORT SPACER| | 16
9| GB879-5×35| SPRING PIN 5×35| | 3
10| ECO19.116| SHAFT| | 3
11| ECO19.119| LONG SPACER| | 16
12| ECO19.117| FLAIL KNIFE| | 24
13| GB893.1-16| RETAINING RING 16| | 3
14| GB1096-A8x7x328| KEY A8x7x328| | 1
15| ECO19.113| MAIN SHAFT| | 1
16| ECO19.118| PLATE| | 1
WARRANTY
FARMER HELPER MACHINERY CO. LTD. warrants to original Purchaser that FARMER
HELPER MACHINERY CO. LTD. products are free from major defects in material
under normal use and service for a period of Two (2) Years from the date the
product is purchased or shipped, whichever is later. Commercial use 180 days.
Use at address that is not yours, is considered commercial use. Consumable,
Expendable, Wear Items (Examples:Rubber & plastic parts, hydraulic hoses,
belts, tires, cables, blades, tines, wedges, teeth, tips, chains, pins,
brushes, filters, etc.) and cracked hydraulic pumps, bent or broken cylinder
rods are not covered under this warranty. Warranty does not cover items that
have been modified, damaged by abuse or usage not in accordance with design or
maintenance. FARMER HELPER MACHINERY CO. LTD.’s. obligation under this
warranty is to repair or replace defective product. upon determination by;
Betstco, 83371 Melton Rd, Creswell OR 97426 that Warranty Claim is Valid.
Product shall be returned upon request of Betstco. Transportation charges to
be prepaid by buyer. Gasoline or diesel engines used to powered FARMER HELPER
MACHINERY CO. LTD. products are covered by the warranty of the appropriate
engine manufacture and Purchaser must look to the engine manufacture for all
issues relating to engine operation.
Farmer-Helper Machinery nor Betstco assumes any responsibility for labor.
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DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING,
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT PURCHASED, WITHOUT LIMITING
THE GENERALITY OF THE FOREGOING, FARMER HELPER MACHINERY CO. LTD. HEREBY
EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL LIABILITY FOR PRODUCT DEFECT OR FAILURE, CLAIMS THAT
ARE DUE TO NORMAL WEAR, PRODUCT MISUSE, ABUSE, PRODUCT MODIFICATION, IMPROPER
PRODUCT SELECTION, NON-COMPLIANCE WITH ANY CODES, OR MISAPPROPRIATION. FARMER
HELPER MACHINERY CO. LTD.. MAKES NO WARRANTIES TO THOSE DEFINED AS “CONSUMERS”
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