MTD 45M4 Series Manuel de l'opérateur Page 1

MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019Printed In USASafe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshoot

Controls and Features410Chipper ChuteAllows twigs and small branches up to 2” in diameter to be fed into the impeller for chipping.HopperAllow leaves

Operation511WARNING: The operation of any chipper shredder can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can damage your eyes severe

12 Section 5— operationEmptying the Bag1. Stop engine.2. Un-clip drawstring and loosen bag from chute deflector opening. See Figure 5-1.3. Empty ba

Maintenance & Adjustments613MaintenanceGeneral Recommendations• Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.• The warranty on th

14 Section 6— Maintenance & adjuStMentS4. Lift the chute deflector up to keep it out of the way. See Figure 6-2B.5. Remove the two hairpin clip

Se rvice7155. Remove the blade by removing the internal hex screws, lock washers, and hex nuts which secure it to the impeller. See Figure 7-2. Retai

16 Section 7— ServiceShredder Blade1. Stop the engine and make certain that all moving parts have come to a complete stop.2. Disconnect the spark pl

Tro u bleshooting817Problem Cause RemedyExcessive Vibration 1. Loose parts or damaged impeller. 2. See authorized service dealer.Unit does not disch

Replacement Parts918Component Part Number and Description942-0571 Shredder Blade981-0490 Chipper Blade719-04308 Flail Blade (3 total)934-1600 Whee

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Customer SupportPlease do NOT return the machine to the retailer or dealer without first contacting our Customer Support Department.If you have diffic

MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FORGDOC-100016 REV. CThe limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to new merchandise purchase

Important Safe Operation Practices23Training1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to

4 Section 2 — important Safe operation practiceSSafe Handling of Gasoline:To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gas

5Section 2 — important Safe operation practiceS3. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, stop the engine and make certain the impeller and all mo

6 Section 2 — important Safe operation practiceSSafety SymbolsThis page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, u

Assembly & Set-Up37Contents of Carton• One Chipper Shredder • One Operator’s Manual • One Engine Operator’s Manual• One Hopper Assembly • One

8 Section 3 — ASSembly & Set-Up3. Secure chipper chute with the three cupped washers (cupped side against the chipper chute) and hex nuts previou

9Section 3 — ASSembly & Set-UpSet-UpGas and Oil Fill-UpRefer to the separate engine owner’s manual for additional engine information.1. Add oil p