Rover 9859 9862 9848 9858 9885 User Manual

Owners Manual  
Chip 'N Shred  
Model No: 9859 - 5HP Petrol  
9862 - 5.5HP Petrol  
9848 – 3.5HP Petrol  
9858 - 3.5HP Petrol  
9885 - 240 Volt Electric  
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Chip `N Shred  
PREFACE  
Congratulations on your purchase of a quality Australian made and owned ROVER product.  
This manual covers the operation of the petrol and electric powered Rover Chip `N Shred.  
Please read and understand this Owners Manual, and the accompanying Engine manufacturers manual for  
petrol models.  
If any point is unclear, contact Rover Mowers Limited or any authorised Rover Mower service dealer.  
WARNING  
CAUTION  
Follow these instructions to avoid  
machine damage and possible loss of  
warranty.  
The safety of the user and others  
involved. Personal injury may result  
should this information be disregarded  
CONTENTS  
Preface . ............................................................. iii  
Safety instructions . ............................................ iv  
1.  
Specifications ...............................................1  
5.  
Composting . ..................................................... 6  
5.1  
5.2  
5.3  
5.4  
5.5  
5.6  
5.7  
Mulch ................................................................ 6  
Compost ........................................................... 6  
Humus ............................................................... 6  
Mulching the garden . ........................................ 6  
Composting ...................................................... 6  
Suitable materials for composting . .................... 6  
Materials that should never be composted . ....... 6  
2.  
Setting up .....................................................1  
Loose parts kit ...............................................1  
Hopper, handle and baffle assembly . ............2  
Hopper assembly to body .:. ..........................2  
Chipper tube to body . ...................................2  
Mulch bag . ....................................................2  
Engine lubrication - Petrol Models ................2  
Fuel - Petrol Models . ....................................3  
2.1  
2.2  
2.3  
2.4  
2.5  
2.6  
2.7  
ILLUSTRATIONS  
3.  
Operation .....................................................3  
To start the engine - Petrol Models . ..............3  
To stop the engine - Petrol Models ...............3  
Rotor engagement - Petrol Models . ..............3  
Rotor disengagement - Petrol Models . ..........3  
Operation - Electric Models . ..........................3  
Shredding Material .......................................3  
Chipper tube feeding . ...................................3  
Screens .........................................................4  
Screen removal . ............................................4  
Screen fitting ..................................................4  
Maintenance  
3.1  
3.2  
3.3  
3.4  
3.5  
3.6  
3.7  
3.8  
3.9  
3.10  
4.  
Figure 1.  
Figure 2.  
Figure 3.  
Figure 4.  
Figure 5.  
Figure 6.  
Figure 7.  
Figure 8.  
Figure 9.  
Hopper assembly . .........................................i  
Hopper baffle fitting . ......................................i  
Hopper handle to hopper . ............................. i  
Hopper assembly to body .............................i  
Chipper tube to body assembly .....................i  
Mulch bag fitting ...........................................i  
Clutch lever - Petrol Models . ........................ ii  
Screen fitting , ............................................... ii  
Drive belt adjustment - Petrol Models............. ii  
Figure 10. Drive belt adjustment - Electric Models .......... ii  
Figure 11. Chipper blade removal and fitting................... ii  
Figure 12. Rotor assembly..............................................ii  
4.1  
4.2  
4.3  
4.4  
4.5  
4.6  
4.7  
4.8  
4.9  
4.10  
Oil Change - Petrol Models.............................4  
Lubrication points - Petrol Models...................4  
Drive belt adjustment - Petrol Models .............4  
Drive belt adjustment - Electric Models . ........4  
Chipper blade removal and fitting . .................5  
Chipper blade sharpening .............................5  
Flails .............................................................5  
Flail removal . ................................................5  
Flail fitting . ....................................................5  
Routine maintenance......................................5  
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
Training  
·
If the cutting mechanism strikes any foreign objects  
or if the machine should make any unusual noise  
or vibration, immediately switch off the engine and  
allow the machine to stop. Disconnect the spark  
plug wire from the spark plug or remove power  
cord from power supply and take the following  
steps.  
a. Inspect for damage  
b. Replace or repair any damaged parts.  
c. Check for and tighten any loose parts.  
·
Become familiar with the Owner's Manual before  
attempting to operate this equipment.  
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Do not allow children to operate this equipment.  
Do not operate this equipment in the vicinity of  
bystanders.  
·
Carbon dioxide can be extremely dangerous in  
enclosed areas; do not run the machine in an  
enclosed area since the exhaust from the engine  
contains carbon monoxide, which is colourless,  
odourless, and tasteless.  
Do not attempt to repair the machine unless you are  
competent to do so.  
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Do not place hands or any other part of the body or  
allow clothing inside the feeding chamber, discharge  
chute, or near any moving part.  
Before inspecting or servicing any part or the  
machine, shut off the power supply, disconnect the  
power cord or disconnect the spark plug lead from  
the spark plug, and make sure that all moving parts  
have come to a complete stop.  
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·
Keep the engine clean of debris and other  
accumulations to prevent damage to the engine or  
possible fire.  
Do not allow processed material to build up in the  
discharge area. This may prevent proper discharge  
and can result in kickback of material through the  
feed opening.  
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Keep all guards and deflectors in place and in good  
working condition.  
Always stand clear of the discharge area when  
operating this machine.  
Keep your face and body away from the feed  
opening.  
Do not overreach. Keep proper balance and footing  
at all times.  
Do not tamper with the engine governor settings on  
petrol engines; the governor controls the maximum  
safe operating speed and protects the engine and all  
moving parts from damage caused by over speed.  
Seek authorised service if a problem exists.  
Do not transport this machine while the engine is  
running.  
If the machine becomes clogged, switch-off the  
engine and disconnect the spark plug lead or  
remove the power lead from power supply, before  
cleaning debris away.  
Preparation  
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·
Obtain and wear safety glasses and gloves at all  
times while operating the machine.  
Avoid wearing loose fitting clothing. Operate the  
machine only on a level surface.  
Do not operate the machine on a paved or gravel  
surface. Thrown objects could cause injury.  
Before starting the machine, check that all screws,  
nuts, bolts, and other fasteners are properly  
secured. Replace damaged or unreadable warning  
and operator labels.  
·
Use extra care in handling petrol and other fuels.  
They are flammable and vapours are explosive.  
a. Use only an approved container.  
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b. Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with the  
engine running. Allow engine to cool before  
refuelling. Do not smoke.  
c. Never refuel the machine indoors.  
d. Never store the machine or fuel container inside  
where there is an open flame, such as a gas  
water heater.  
·
Switch-off the unit before attaching or removing the  
mulch bag.  
Maintenance  
Operation  
·
When this equipment is stopped for servicing, in-  
spection, or storage, or to change an accessory,  
make sure the spark plug lead is disconnected from  
the spark plug, or the power cord is removed from  
power supply. Allow the machine to cool before  
making any inspections, adjustments, etc. Maintain  
the machine with care and keep it clean.  
Store the machine out of the reach of children and  
where petrol vapours will not reach an open flame or  
spark. For extended storage periods, run the unit dry  
of fuel. Always allow the machine to cool before  
storing.  
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Before starting the machine, make certain that the  
cutting chamber is empty.  
When feeding shreddable material into the  
equipment be extremely careful that pieces of metal,  
rocks, bottles, cans or other foreign objects are not  
included.  
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
General Electrical Safety Rules  
7. Make sure the extension cord is in good condition. A  
cord with cracked or broken insulation is hazardous,  
particularly in the presence of moisture or  
combustible material. It is also important that the  
cord connectors be of rugged construction, in good  
condition, and securely attached to the outer jacket.  
8. If the extension cord is damaged in any manner while  
operating the machine, immediately switch off the  
power supply and remove the extension cord from the  
power outlet.  
1. Avoid dangerous environments such as damp  
locations.  
2. Do not abuse the power cord. Never pull a machine  
by the cord or pull the cord to disconnect it from the  
outlet socket. Keep the cord away from excessive  
heat, oil, and sharp edges.  
3. Disconnect the machine when not in use, before  
servicing and when changing attachments.  
4. Avoid accidental starting. Be sure to switch off  
before plugging the cord into a power outlet.  
5. To prevent electrical shock, use the machine only  
with an extension cord suitable for outdoor use as  
recommended by the extension cord manufacturer;  
the use of suitable extension cords is extremely  
important for the operator's personal safety.  
6. Never use an indoor type of extension cord: these  
cords are designed for use with lamps and small  
appliances and are inadequate for high-powered  
machines.  
9. If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by  
a CMG Service Agent or similarly qualified person in  
order to avoid a hazard.  
Electrical Supply Capacity and Fuses  
1. Use only an electric circuit having adequate  
capacity.  
2. Blowing a fuse or tripping a circuit breaker is a  
warning that you are overloading your machine or  
have too many devices in use on that circuit, or  
both. Determine the cause and correct it. Do not  
install a higher capacity fuse.  
1. SPECIFICATIONS  
Rover Model No:  
9885 (Electric)  
9858 (Petrol)  
9859 (Petrol)  
Engine Model No:  
Power rating  
Fuel Capacity  
Oil Capacity  
Oil Grade  
A09189  
91202  
2.6 Kw  
135202  
3.75 Kw  
2.42 Kw (High Torque)  
1.9 litres  
600ml  
2.85 litres  
600ml  
SAE 30  
SAE 30  
Spark Plug  
RJ 19 LM  
0.7 - 0.8mm  
RJ 19 LM  
0.7 - 0.8mm  
Spark Plug Gap  
Voltage  
Current FL.  
Frequency  
240 volts  
10 amps  
50Hz  
Phase  
No. Flails  
Single  
12  
12  
12  
1
No. chipper blades  
Chipper opening  
1
1
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71 x 71 mm  
71 x 71 mm  
71 x 71 mm  
56  
Weight  
56  
51  
2. SETTING UP  
2.1 Loose Parts Kit  
Nyloc nuts- 3/16" unc. ...........................................4  
Washer- 3/16" x 1/2" x 20g.flat ............................. 4  
Washer- 3/16" x 3/4" x 16g.flat ............................. 4  
Nyloc nuts- 5/16" unc. ...........................................7  
Setscrew- 5/16" x 1" unc. hex. ............................... 7  
Washers- 5/16" x 5/8" x 18g. flat ........................... 7  
Feed hopper half LH. ............................................ 1  
Feed hopper half RH. .............................................1  
Hopper baffle ........................................................ 1  
Hopper handle ....................................................... 1  
Hopper washers ..................................................... 4  
Chipper tube assembly ........................................... 1  
Manual .................................................................. 1  
Bar screen assembly ............................................. 1  
Screws- 10 x 3/4" pan p/head .............................. 12  
Bolts- 1/4" x 1-1/2" unc. cuphead .......................... 4  
Nyloc nuts- 1/4" unc. ............................................. 4  
Screws- 3/16" x 5/8" mush.head..............................4  
When disassembling the timber packing, discard the four  
nuts and retain the bolts and washers for the handle  
assembly. The four nyloc nuts found in the loose parts  
list are to be used on the handle bolts.  
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2.2 Hopper handle and baffle assembly  
2.4 Chipper tube to body  
WARNING  
The feed hopper as supplied with the Chip `N  
The chipper tube assembly must be fitted to  
the Chip `N Shred body before attempting to  
start or use the Chip `N Shred.  
Shred needs to be assembled before use.  
1. Lay the right hand side half of the hopper down on  
a flat surface with the joint flange pointing up.  
2. Position the left hand side half of the hopper on top  
of the right hand side aligning the joint flange and  
screw holes. Figure 1.  
3. Insert the self tapping screws in the front  
flanged joint in the sequence shown (1-6) and  
tighten. Figure 1.  
4. Insert the self tapping screws in the rear flanged  
joint in the same sequence as in the front flange  
and tighten. Figure 1.  
5. Support the hopper in an upright position and fit the  
hopper baffle inside the hopper by aligning the four  
holes in the top edge of the baffle with the four  
matching holes on the ledge in the top of the  
hopper. Figure 2.  
6. Retain the hopper baffle with the four 3/16" x 5/8"  
mush.head screws with the four large 3/16" Flat  
washers under their heads and inserted from the  
inside with the 3/16" small flat washers and 3/16"  
nyloc nuts on the outside of the hopper. Figure 2.  
7. Locate the hopper handle and slide it into the  
grooves located near the top of the hopper body so  
that the holes in the handle are in alignment with  
the holes in the hopper. Figure 3.  
1. Remove the rotor shaft cover from the bearing.  
2. Slide the chipper tube assembly into the  
rectangular port on the right hand side of the Chip  
`N Shred so that the holes in the flanges on the  
chipper tube align with the studs on the Chip `N  
Shred body. Figure 5.  
3. Retain the chipper tube assembly with three 5/16"  
unc. nyloc nuts and three 5/16" flat washers.  
4. Replace the rotor shaft cover.  
2.5 Mulch bag  
Assembly  
1. Slide the Mulch bag frame into the pockets along the  
top edge of each side of the mulch bag.  
2. Slide the spreader tube onto the ends of the bag  
frame till the hole in the frame are within the tube  
and retain with the two `R' clips inserted into the  
holes in the frame.  
Fitting  
3. Slide the mulch bag under the Chip `N Shred from  
the front between the support legs and rest the  
mulch bag frame on the rear wheel supports. Lift the  
front bar of the mulch bag frame over the front lip on  
the front legs support. Figure 6.  
8. Retain the hopper handle with the four 1/4" x 1-1/2"  
unc. cuphead bolts inserted from the inside of the  
hopper with the four 1/4" unc. nyloc nuts on the  
outside. Figure 3.  
2.3 Hopper assembly to body  
2.6 Engine lubrication - Petrol Models  
WARNING  
The engine oil level must be checked before attempting  
The hopper assembly must be fitted to the  
Chip `N Shred body before attempting to  
start or use the Chip `N Shred.  
to start the engine.  
Refer  
to the engine  
manufacturer's instructions.  
1. Position the Chip `N Shred on a level surface.  
Clean around the dip stick.  
2. Remove the dip stick from the oil filler tube.  
3. Using a funnel slowly add oil in accordance with the  
engine manufacturer's instructions.  
4. Check the oil level by screwing in the dip stick and  
removing again. When the oil level is correct  
replace the dip stick securely.  
1. Lift the hopper into position on top of the flange on  
the Chip `N Shred body with the hopper handle  
pointing out over the engine.  
2. Align the slots in the hopper flange with the holes  
in the body flanges, and insert four 5/16" x 1 " unc  
bolts with the hopper washers under their heads.  
Figure 4.  
CAUTION  
3. Retain with four 5/16" washers and four 5/16" nyloc  
nuts under the body flange and tighten. Figure 4.  
Avoid premature engine failure by using a  
clean funnel and cleaning away any possible  
contaminants.  
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2.7 Fuel  
3. Using a clean funnel fill the fuel tank with clean fresh  
unleaded petrol.  
4. Replace the fuel tank cap. 5.  
5. Wipe up any spilt petrol.  
1. Position the Chip `N Shred on a level surface in a well  
ventilated area. Clean around the fuel tank cap.  
2. Remove the fuel tank cap.  
3. OPERATION  
3.1 To start the engine - Petrol Models  
Refer to the engine manufacturers instructions.  
3. To stop the Chip `N' Shred move the motor switch to the  
'Off' position `O'.  
1. Move the clutch lever to the disengaged position.  
2. Move the choke lever to the choke position.  
4. If the overload switch activates during operation wait 60  
seconds, reset the overload and switch the unit back on.  
This will allow the electric motor time to cool and the  
overload switch to reset.  
5. If after waiting 60 seconds the Chip `N Shred fails to  
restart the following procedure should be followed.  
a. Switch the machine off and disconnect the power  
supply.  
3. Move the throttle lever to the fast  
position.  
4. Move the fuel shutoff valve to the on position (if fitted).  
5. Move the Stop Control switch to the on position (if  
fitted).  
6. Grasp the starter cord and pull.  
b. Check for blockages and that the rotor is free to  
rotate. If the rotor is jammed remove the screens to  
clear blockage. Refer to section 3.9.  
c. Connect to the power supply and switch on the Chip  
`N Shred.  
7. When the engine starts, move the choke lever to the  
run position and the throttle lever to the slow  
position.  
d. If the Chip `N Shred will not start check the fuse or  
circuit breaker on the electrical circuit being used  
and rectify if necessary.  
3.2 To stop the engine - Petrol Models  
Refer to the engine manufacturers instructions  
e. If the Chip `N Shred will not start and the electrical  
circuit is found to be operational, contact your local  
authorised Rover service dealer.  
WARNING  
Blades continue to free wheel after engine has  
been switched off  
3.6 Shredding material  
1. Move the throttle lever to the off position. O  
2. Move the fuel shutoff valve to the off position (if fitted).  
3. Move the stop control switch to the off position (if fitted).  
4. Move the clutch lever to the disengaged position if  
engaged.  
1. Start the Chip `N Shred engine as per section 3. L  
for petol models or section 3.5 for electric models.  
WARNING  
Operators should always wear safety glasses,  
hearing protection and gloves while operating the  
Chip `N Shred.  
3.3 Rotor engagement - Petrol Models  
1. Start the engine as per the section 3.1.  
2. Engage the rotor clutch as per section 3.3. Petrol  
Models only.  
2. Move the throttle control to the fast position.  
3. Slowly move the clutch lever on the left hand side of the  
Chip `N Shred to the engaged position. Figure 7.  
3. Feed branches with foliage first into hopper so as to  
control the rate of feed. Maximum branch size in  
shredder hopper is approximately 20mm diameter.  
4. When feeding vines or long stringy types of material  
into the Chip `N Shred, cut them first into lengths of  
no more than 600mm long. Be careful not to wrap  
materials around hands when feeding.  
5. Do not feed at a faster mate than the Chip `N Shred  
can shred and discharge material, as you may stall  
the rotor and overload the engine and or damage  
the drive belt.  
3.4 Rotor disengagement - Petrol Models  
1. Move the rotor clutch lever to the disengaged position.  
`O' Figure 7.  
2. Move the throttle control to the slow  
position as required.  
or off `O'  
3.5 Operation - Electric Models  
3.7 Chipper tube feeding  
1. Connect the Chip `N Shred to a suitable power supply  
with a 15amp rated power cord fitted with 10 amp fittings  
no longer than 20 meters long. Longer cords will result  
in voltage drop and possible premature overload drop  
out and or possible motor damage.  
Feed larger branches, up to approximately 70mm diameter,  
into the chipper tube. Control the rate of feed by pulling back  
on the branch so as not to block the unit and cause it to stall.  
2. To start the Chip `N Shred move the motor switch to the  
`On' position `I'.  
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3.8 Screens  
3.10 Screen fitting  
Two screens are supplied with the Chip `N Shred, the 1. Switch the engine off and remove the spark plug lead  
standard screen consisting of numerous holes in acurved  
plate and a bar screen consisting of widely spaced bars  
between two side plates.  
from the spark plug or disconnect the power cord from the  
power supply.  
2. Choose the correct screen for the material to be  
processed (refer to section 3.8).  
The size of the mulch produced by either shredding or  
chipping is dependent on the screen fitted to the Chip `N 3. Lift and position the screen in the Chip `N Shred by  
Shred  
aligning the holes in the screen and the Chip `N Shred  
body. Insert the screen rod closest to the engine first and  
secure with the R-clip retainer. Figure 8.  
The screen to be used depends on the type of material to be  
processed. The standard screen suits most types of material  
found in the garden. If moist, pulpy or soggy types of material  
are to be processed the bar screen should be fitted to avoid Note: The standard screen can be fitted in the Chip `N  
blockages.  
Shred in either direction. The Bar Screen will only fit with  
the bars pointing away from the engine.  
3.9 Screen removal  
4. Lift the front of the screen and insert the screen rod  
through the Chip `N Shred side plate, retaining with the R-  
clip.  
1. Switch engine off.  
2. Remove the spark plug lead from the spark plug or  
disconnect the power cord from the power supply.  
3. When the rotor has come to a stop remove the R-clips  
from the screen bars and remove the screen bars, the  
screen should then drop out through the discharge chute.  
Figure 8.  
CAUTION  
Do not tip petrol models over when full of Petrol and Oil.  
4. MAINTENANCE  
4.1 Oil change Petrol Models  
5. Slide the engine away from the Chip `N Shred body to  
tighten the drive belt. The drive belt should deflect about  
6mm when hand pressure is applied, between the engine  
pulley and the rotor shaft pulley. Figure 9.  
Refer to the manufacturer's instructions.  
1. Position the Chip `N Shred on a level surface in a well  
ventilated area.  
2. Start and run the engine for 5 minutes to warm up the  
engine oil.  
3. Place a container under the oil drain plug.  
4. Using a 7/16" AF open end spanner remove the engine  
drain plug and tilt the Chip `N Shred to allow the engine  
oil to drain completely.  
6. Tighten the engine mount bolts.  
7. Replace the drive belt guard aligning the `E' hole with  
retaining stud.  
8. Move the clutch engagement lever to the disengaged  
position and replace the spark plug lead.  
5. Refit the engine drain plug tightly and clean up any spilt  
oil.  
6. Fill the engine crankcase with oil. Refer to section 2.6  
CAUTION  
Do not over tighten drive belt.  
Engine Lubrication.  
4.4 Drive Belt adjustment - Electric Models  
4.2 Lubrication Points Petrol Models  
1. Stop the Chip `N Shred and disconnect from the power  
supply.  
Using 10w -30 or S.A.E. 30 oil  
1. Clutch lever point.  
2. Throttle control.  
2. Remove the drive belt guard  
3. Loosen the four engine mount bolts `A' figure 10.  
4. Tension the drive belt to give a 6mm deflection when  
hand pressure is applied, by holding the nut `B' with a  
9/16" A/F spanner and rotating the bolt `C' clockwise.  
5. Tighten the four engine mount bolts.  
6. Replace the drive belt guard aligning the `E' hole with  
retaining stud.  
4.3 Drive belt adjustment - Petrol Models  
1. Stop the Chip `N Shred and remove the spark plug lead  
from the spark plug.  
2. Remove the drive belt guard.  
3. Move the clutch lever to the engaged position.  
4. Loosen the four engine mount bolts.  
WARNING  
The chipper blade is extremely sharp and caution  
must be used when handling or working with it.  
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4.5 Chipper blade removal and fitting  
Chipper blade removal  
4.8 Flail removal  
1. Remove the hopper assembly.  
2. Remove the belt guard.  
3. Remove the chipper tube assembly.  
1. Stop the Chip `N' ShredTM and remove the spark plug  
lead from the spark plug, or remove the power cord  
from the power supply.  
4. Rotate the rotor assembly until the flail bar to be  
removed is opposite the pilot hole in the left hand side  
of the Chip `N' Shred TM body.  
2. Remove the three retaining nyloc nuts and washers  
from the chipper tube and lift off.  
3. Remove the hopper assembly fasteners and lift the  
hopper assembly off the Chip `N' ShredTM body.  
4. Rotate the rotor to expose the chipper blade in the  
chipper tube port.  
5. Remove the flail bar retaining nut and bolt from the  
shaft.  
6. Using a drift inserted through the pilot hole in the  
chipper shredder side plate, drive out the flail bar  
through the chipper tube port.  
5. Using a 1 /2" AF ring spanner and a Allen key remove  
the chipper blade fasteners and remove the chipper  
blade. Figure 11.  
4.9 Flail fitting  
1
Determine which flail bar is to be fitted from (Figure  
12), and layout next to the Chip `N' ShredTM the flail  
blades and spacers.  
Chipper blade fitting  
1. Clean the surface ofthe rotor plate where the chipper  
blade is attached.  
2
3
Insert the flail bar through the chipper tube port into the  
rotor plate.  
2. Using new 5/16" Nyloc nuts fit the chipper blade to the  
rotor plate and tighten the nyloc nuts to 19 Nm.  
3. Fit the hopper assembly to the Chip 'N' Shred" body.  
Refer to section 2.3.  
As the flail bar is being pushed into position, place the  
flail blades and spacers on the flail bar as indicated in  
figure 12.  
4
5
6
Replace the flail bar retaining bolt and nut.  
Fit the chipper tube assembly. Refer section 2.4.  
Fit the drive belt guard aligning the retainings stud in  
the correct hole for Petrol and Electric models.  
Fit the hopper assembly. Refer section 2.3.  
Fit the spark plug lead to the spark plug - Petrol  
Models.  
4. Fit the chipper tube to Chip `N' Shred" body. Refer  
section 2.4.  
5. Move the clutch engagement lever to the disengaged  
position and replace the spark plug lead.  
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4.6 Chipper blade sharpening  
To maintain optimum performance from the chipper the  
blade should be kept sharp. The chipper blade can be  
ground back a total of 3mm before replacement of the  
chipper blade is necessary.  
1. Remove the chipper blade from the Chip `N' ShredTM  
Refer to section 4.5.  
4.10 Routine maintenance  
After use, always clean down the outside of the Chip `N'  
ShredTM to remove any build-up of material. Visually  
inspect all safety labels and replace any that have become  
damaged or illegible during operation of the Chip `N'  
ShredTM  
2. Maintain the same angle on the blade cutting edge  
when grinding.  
3. Remove any feathers that form by lightly honing the  
chipper blade on an oil stone.  
WARNING  
Do not hose down the motor or switch on  
electric models  
4. Refit to the Chip `N' Shred TM. Refer to section 4.5.  
4.7 Flails  
The inside of the Chip `N' ShredTM may be hosed out to  
clean away any build up of mulched material. After hosing  
out the inside of the Chip `N' ShredTM spray the rotor  
assembly, flails and chipper blade with a suitable water  
dispersant agent (WD 40).  
The Chip `N' Shred TM is fitted with 12 individual flail  
blades. The relative position of the flails on each bar and to  
those on other bars is important. If the flail bar is to be  
removed for any reason the flails must be reassembled in  
the same position as before disassembly. Figure 12.  
Rover Mowers Limited  
Chip `N Shred  
COMPOSTING  
5.1 Mulch  
600mm. The compost heap should be covered to keep it  
from becoming waterlogged or drying out completely. To aid  
in the decomposition of the mulch, the compost heap should  
be turned over regularly.  
Mulch is a mixture of broken down vegetable and organic  
materials which is used in the creation of compost or used  
as a covering in a garden bed.  
5.2 Compost  
Compost Bin  
Compost is a mixture of organic materials, mulch, loam soils,  
or other medium with added organic matter used to enrich  
garden beds to promote plant growth.  
These either take the form of a drum mounted on a frame, or  
a simple drum standing on end with a removable lid. These  
types of units are used in a similar manner to the compost  
heap where mulch, soil and other organic materials are  
loaded into the drum for the production of compost. The  
drum mounted on the frame can be easily rotated to aerate  
the compost during decomposition of the organic materials.  
5.3 Humus  
Humus is the organic constituents of soils formed by the  
decomposition of vegetable and organic materials. The  
Rover Chip `N Shred helps in the production of Mulch by  
shredding vegetable and organic materials into small pieces  
to make mulch that may be either spread throughout the  
garden bed as a thick layer or can be used to produce a rich  
compost.  
5.6 Suitable materials for composting  
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Vegetable and fruit waste from the kitchen.  
Dead plants and flowers Plant cuttings and prunes. *  
Green branches from small trees Sawdust and  
pulverised wood shavings.  
5.4 Mulching the Garden  
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Mulched material from the Rover Chip 'N Shred.  
Cow, horse and chicken manure.  
The spreading of a thick layer of mulch throughout the  
garden bed of between 50 and 150mm thick has many  
benefits for the garden:  
5.7 Materials that should NEVER be composted.  
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Protects the root system of the plants.  
Retains moisture in the soils.  
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Metal objects.  
Glass and ceramics Plastics.  
Chemicals and Solvents.  
Dog and cat droppings.  
Meat scraps and bones.  
Retards the growth of weeds which can be harmful to  
plants.  
Slowly releases nutrients into the soil to enhance plant  
growth.  
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Eliminates the need to use dangerous chemicals and  
fertilizers and therefore leads to be a healthier  
environment.  
Eliminates the need to use landfill areas to dispose of  
unwanted garden rubbish. Some councils are now  
charging for the disposal of garden waste at local land  
fill areas.  
5.5 Composting  
With the mulch produced from the garden and vegetable  
waste these can be used to produce a nutrient rich compost.  
Compost can be produced in several ways from the mulch  
produced:  
Compost Heap  
A compost heap can be laid out under a tree or in a corner of  
the garden. Simply spread out a layer of mulch  
approximately 1200mm x 600mm. This can be then be built  
up in thin layers of soil and mulch to a height of  
Warranty Conditions  
Australia & New Zealand Only  
Rover Mowers Limited warrant that this machine is free from defects in material and workmanship. This warranty is limited to  
making good or replacing any part which appears upon inspection by the manufacturer or his agent to be defective in  
material or workmanship.  
The petrol engine used to power this machine is warranted by the manufacturer whose warranty statement has been  
included with the machine. As the warranty for the engine may differ from the warranty for the other components, you are  
advised to read the engine manufacturer’s warranty carefully.  
For other items this warranty shall apply for a period of 12 months from date of purchase except for products used  
commercially where the warranty is limited to 90 days.  
This warranty does not obligate the manufacturer, his agents or dealers to bear the transport costs incurred in the repair or  
replacement of any defective part.  
This warranty excludes fair wear and tear, or any damage caused by misuse or abuse. Parts such as blades, blade bolts, v-  
belts and spark plugs, which can be subjected to use beyond their normal intended working capacity are also excluded.  
This warranty is void if parts other than genuine have been used or if repairs or alterations have been made without the  
manufacturer's written authority.  
The above warranty does not exclude any condition or warranty implied by the Trade Practices Act 1974 or any other  
relevant legislation which implies any condition which cannot be excluded.  
REMEMBER:  
PROOF OF PURCHASE IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER AND IS NECESSARY PRIOR TO WARRANTY  
WORK BEING UNDERTAKEN. REPAIRS MUST BE CARRIED OUT BY AN AUTHORISED ROVER DEALER / SERVICE  
AGENT AND GENUINE SPARE PARTS MUST BE USED OR YOUR WARRANTY WILL BE VOID.  
For your record:  
Dealer's name:.............................................................................................................  
Dealer's address: .........................................................................................................  
Dealer's phone no: ......................................................................................................  
Product Model no: ......................................................................................................  
Product Serial no: .......................................................................................................  
Date of Purchase: ........................................................................................................  
Rover Mowers Limited reserves the right to make changes of and add improvements  
upon its product at any time without notice or obligation. The Company also reserves  
the right to discontinue manufacture of any product at its discretion at any time.  
ROVER  
Mowers Limited  
A.B.N..11 000 257 303  
Rover Mowers Australia  
P.O. Box 1235,  
Rover Mowers New Zealand  
East Tamaki,  
Eagle Farm. Qld 4009. Australia.  
04009134 Rev. E  
Auckland. New Zealand.  
© Copyright 12-2005  

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