Leaf Eater Maintenance
The Flowtron Leaf Eater is a quality Made in the USA electric leaf shredder / mulcher, that is designed to provide you with an affordable
unit and will perform with a minimum of care and maintenance. For any other maintenance, repairs, or warranty information call Flowtron @ 781-321-2300.
Cleaning Your Leaf Eater
It is recommended that you clean out built-up
residue from inside the housing area during and after each use. Replace cutting line as often as necessary, and
clean the air filter frequently. Any other maintenance or repairs should be performed by Flowtron.
Replacing Cutting Lines
Your unit is supplied with a total of 36 cutting lines (6 strips of 6). To separate individual lines simply
pinch the indent between lines nearest strip end and peel away.
Replace cutting cord when a noticeable decrease in shredding efficiency is
observed. To remove used cutting lines pull used line out of the spinner head inside the housing. To install new
cutting lines place each end of new line through the two holes in the post on top of the spinner head and pull
through so that both ends of the line are even. Thread lines through the two ferrules on the side of the spinner
head and pull tight so that ends are even.
Replacing Spinner Head
Remove screw and "O" ring from center of spinner. Lift spinner off shaft. Place new spinner over shaft
and turn until hex falls in place. Tighten screw until "O" ring is depressed slightly.
Cleaning Air Filter
The removable air filter is located on the side of the housing tower. To remove, grasp filter with fingers and pull
out of compartment. Rinse with clear water and air dry. Replace air filter before using machine.
Leaf Eater Storage
To reduce storage space requirements, loosen knobs and rotate unit 180°.
The leaf eater has been designed to be light-weight, compact and portable.
Instruction Manual
Most information regarding care and maintenance is covered here. But in the case you need to print or view the instruction manual, you can find it by clicking the link above.
Troubleshooting
| Symptoms |
Problem |
Fix |
| Motor will not start |
No electric power |
Check the unit is connected to power source |
| No cutting action / Lack of power |
Cutting line is worn or residue has built up inside housing |
Replace with new cutting line
Clean inside unit |
| Tripped / Open circuit breaker |
Oversized or incorrect cutting line.
Feeding material too fast |
Replace with proper cutting line
Do not overload with material |
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