Craftsman 486.24515 Chipper User Manual


 
SHARPENING OR REPLACING CHIPPER
BLADES
Disconnect the spark plug wire and move awayfrom
the sparkplug.
Removethe accessplate by removingtwohex lock
nuts. See figure 38.
Locateone ofthechipperblades in the access plate
openingbyrotating the impellerassemblyby hand.
Removethe blade usinga 3/16"alien wrenchonthe
outsideofthe blade and a 1/2"wrenchon the impel-
lerassembly, inside the housing.
Remove the other blade in the same manner.
Replace or sharpen blades. If sharpening, make
certain to remove an equal amount from each blade.
Reassemblein reverse order.
NOTE: Make certain the blades are reassembledwith
the sharp edge facing upward, as viewed from the access
plate opening.
FIGURE 38
HEX
LOCK NUTS
Clean the engine and the entire unit thoroughly.
Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage
instructions.
If stohng inan unventilated or metal storage shed,
coat metal parts with light oil or silicone to prevent
rust.
Store unit in a clean, dry area.
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