TP1200 Petrol Wood Chipper FAQ

The TP1200 petrol wood chipper is one of the largest models in our range and offers fantastic chipping ability that smaller models can't match - its ability to process sappy material such as conifer and leylandii is always a plus point. This FAQ aims to answer some of the questions we have received over the years on this model, but if you have any questions you cannot find the answer to here, please feel free to send us an email at techsupport@titan-pro.co.uk.

Always turn off the engine and remove the spark plug before you follow any of the advice listed below.

• Do you carry spare parts for the TP1200?
• Yes, we carry spare parts for all machines in the Titan Pro range. You can find our full range of spares here: https://www.titan-pro.co.uk/petrol-wood-chipper-tp1200-spares/150/category.aspx

• How do I change the oil on my wood chipper?
• We recommend running the engine for a few minutes beforehand - this will make the oil flow out quicker, due to it being warmer.
• After doing so, turn the engine off (and remove the spark plug) and place a pan underneath the machine to catch the oil. We recommend a container that will hold at least 2 litres.
• Undo the bol located at the lowest part of the engine - this can be seen in the below image, circled in yellow.
• The engine oil will flow out of this bolt hole.
• Once empty, replace the bolt and refill the machine using new oil, bringing the oil to the top of the threads where the dipstick screws into.

• How do I replace the blade on my wood chipper?
• We have produced a video showing the process of how to replace the blade on the TP1200 - this can be found here: https://youtu.be/gzh330bYo98

• What should the blade gap be set to on this chipper?
• The blade gap should be set between 2mm and 3mm

• How do I replace the clutch on my wood chipper?
• Remove the black metal belt cover between the engine and the chipping chamber (you will need a 13mm socket). This will give you access to the clutch.
• Loosen the engine mount bolts so you may move the engine to slacken the belt tension.
• Remove the belt.
• Remove the 13mm bolt in the centre of the clutch.
• Remove the old clutch. You may need a flywheel puller or the like to get this to come off. Make sure the key on the shaft does not fall out/is not lost.
• Fit the new clutch by lining it up with the key/keyway.
• Replace the 13mm clutch bolt using some thread lock (such as Loctite). The thread lock is very important so the bolt does not come undone due to engine torque.
• Refit the drive belt and move the engine back using the adjuster in the middle of the engine baseplate until tight.
• Retighten the engine bolts and refit the belt cover.

• What are the valve clearances for my 15HP engine?
• For the Lifan 190F engine, the valve clearances are as follows:
  • Intake: 0.15mm
  • Exhaust: 0.20 +0.02mm

• How do I stop a leaking carburetor?
• Using a 10mm spanner or preferably, a socket set, tighten the nuts circled in yellow in the picture shown below.
• Turn the fuel tap to the OFF position
• Remove the fuel bowl on the underside of the carburettor.
  • This is attached with a 10mm bolt.
  • You will see two bolts on the underside of the float bowl; one at a 45-degree angle and one situated vertically. You will need to undo the vertical 10mm bolt (circled in blue in the picture shown below) to remove the fuel bowl.
• When the bolt is removed, twist the fuel bowl off - do not pull it straight down as there is an o-ring that will fall out if pulled and not twisted off.
• Once the fuel bowl is removed you will see a large white plastic piece hanging down - this is the float. Make sure this moves up and down freely with your finger.
• If this does not move freely there is a small metal pin on which the float pivots; check this has not worked its way out of its mounting holes. You will need to look up to the underside of the carburettor to see this.
• Once this has been checked, replace the fuel bowl, making sure it is seated properly. Replace the 10mm bolt and tighten it.
• Finally, turn the fuel tap to the ON position and check for leaks.
• If it continues to leak, make sure the fuel bowl has been refitted centrally and is seated correctly.