•- How does a wood chipper/shredder work?

A wood chipper is a machine used for reducing wood branches and leaves iin the form of wood chips. The wood is reduced by means of rotating blades and hammers/flails. A wood chipper can be powered either by an electric engine or an internal combustion engine.

•- How many blades does the YARDBEAST have?

YARDBEAST utilizes two chipping blades. These blades are heat treated to HRC-50 , sharpened and bent 5 deg. to provide the best approach angle at cutting time. With this configuration in mind, the blades provides more wood slicing and impacting.

•- Does the YARDBEAST Wood Chipper come with shredding hammers?

The YARDBEAST utilizes 10 FULLSHRED flails. These flails are heat treated to HRC-50 and sharpened to provide the best fiber-tearing performance with dry, wet or leafy material.

•- What's the difference between RX and RSC?

The RX version is our standard wood chipper. Instead, the RSC is fitted with a mechanical discharge conveyor attachment for helping those who need to discharge in ATV trailer or garden carts. The conveyor is a housing with a auger mechanically powered by a 90 deg worm gear transmission and pulleys.

- What's the reduction ratio on the YARDBEAST Chippers?

The reduction ratio is approx. 13:1 depending on material conditions ( dry, wet, fibrous)

- Does the YARDBEAST Wood Chipper come with a mulch screen?

Yes. All units come with a std. screen with 7/8” hole size diameter.

- What is the warranty on these chipper-shredders?

Our chipper shredders are guaranteed to be free of defects in materials and workmanship. The warranty does not cover wear and tear ( e.g: blade usage). Our warranty is extended for a period of 24 months for end consumers and 90 days for commercial customers.

- What's the maximum wood diameter that the YARDBEAST can chip?

The YARDBEAST can chip wood up to 3” (76mm) in diameter.

- How many cu. ft. of material fit into the top hopper?

Approximately about 2 cu. ft of material/garden waste can be put into the top hopper.

- Can you ship to my address if it's a residential type address?

Yes we can. Although it is much more convenient if you are able to pick your unit from a truck terminal. Savings can add up to 25% if you pick this unit from a truck terminal.

- Can you ship to my military address?

Yes, although there's an extra charge of $125 from the truck company to deliver to this type of addresses.

- How much time is required to change the blades? Can I do it myself?

Approximately 15 minutes for experienced users. To change the bladesYARDBEAST was designed in the way that every maintenance activity on the machine can be performed by one person.

- How much does the YARDBEAST Wood Chipper weight?

The YARDBEAST weighs about 205 lbs . uncrated. With a crate, weight will ad up to 230 lbs . approx.

- What types of wood can be processed with the YARDBEAST Wood Chipper?

There are many types of wood that can be chipped with the YARDBEAST. From spruce, pine, oak, redwood, applewood, etc. to peculiar leafy branches such as palm fronds. If you own an RSC or RST, pay special attention to fibrous woods as these fibers tend to stuck against the housing inner walls , hence plugging the housing, forcing the transmission and inner components. If you find yourself processing these type of woods, it's advisable to chop at least another different type of wood, creating thus, a more friendly mix that can be transported by the auger.

- How long does the centrifugal clutch last?

Some of these main reasons that control durability on the clutches are operator's chipping techniques, stalling of the engines – continuous engaging and disengaging of the clutch shoes - , avoiding maintenance and periodical checkups on the component, improper belt tension, etc.

- What's the warranty on the engines? Should I contact you if anything happens to my engine?

Our flagship engines are manufactured by Briggs & Stratton. The warranty on these engines is 1- year. This warranty may be modified by the manufacturers without notification. You should consider contacting them by having at hand your model/serial number. Should you want to contact us, we'd defnititely help you get in contact with one of the engine's manufacturer reps.

- Can I order spare parts for you?

Yes you can. Please contact us and we'll send you our fill up spare order form along with parts list and drawings. Eventually, we'll have this uploaded in our website for easy ordering.

- What is the paint on the machine?

The paint on the YARDBEAST is a high-gloss polyurethanic paint. The same paint used for re-painting cars. Great quality and performs superb in the outdoors and under abrasion from oil & gas.

- When shipped, what are the dimensions of the crate?

Dimensions of the crate may vary depending on type of shipment, but generally is LxWxH ( 38” x 20” x 38” )

- Which regions can you ship to?

Our convenient prices and excellent logistics allow us to ship to the whole Contintental U. S. If you are located outside this area, please contact us for specific shipment quotes. In this configuration, we can ship almost anywhere in the world. Contact us to find out what can we do for you

- Can the YARDBEAST be imported into the European Union?

We are currently in the process of obtaining our EU certification. If you are a dealer from Europe and would like to obtain more information in how to be a dealer please write to us at sales@yardbeast.com

- What if I want to be a YARDBEAST Dealer?

Great! Please contact us at sales@yardbeast or fill out our dealer request form online at www.yardbeast.com/dealers.html

- What's the housing construction made of on the chippers?

The housing is made from 1/8" thick sheetmetal.

- How long do the blades last until I need to resharpen them?

This varies with every operator and their chipping techniques. Generally we've noted our blades could last up to 27 hours of continuous use. For example an unoticed nail or metal part gone through can significantly diminish the blade's performance.

- Can a YARDBEAST Wood Chipper be ordered with a bigger engine?

Yes. We have available a bigger powered unit. The 2050 model which comes with a B&S 10HP and heavy-duty top quality clutch transmission.

- Can a unit be ordered along with electric start?

As of this moment, none of our wood chippers can be ordered with electric start.

- Is there an electric version of this unit?

No.

- Once I've chipped/shredder all my material, what can I do with them?

There is a broad range of things you can do with the wood chips, for example you can:

•  Create biomass energy using a biomass oven.

•  Make pathways around your garden

•  Spread them around to help your soil retain its moisture

•  Spread them around to control weed growth

•  Decorate entrances

- How can I order one of these units?

There are two ways you can order. You can order by contacting us at sales@yardbeast.com or you can order online from iShopLandscaping.com, a well respected landscaping supplies website.

- I have a standard YADBEAST RX-type wood chipper. Can I order separate kits such as the ATV trailer and the CONVIMAX discharge?

The YARDBEAST are manufactured standard, the CONVIMAX can be attached onto the chipper but requires a handyman / professional experience. If you think you are up to the task, then you can go ahead and get in touch with us and order one of these kits.

- How does the CONVIMAX discharge works?

Our mechanical discharge conveyor is simple in concept, but mechanically advanced.The conveyor consists mainly of three components, the transmission, the auger and housing. The auger, which is located into the housing, is powered by worm gear transmission that is powered by the same engine on the chipper. Material is carried upwards at a speed of 3 ft/s.

- What is the CONVIMAX conveyor for?

The conveyor is designed mainly for people who has ATV discharge trailers and compost pile areas or want to discharge to a high volume dispenser - a 55 gallon trashcan, for example-. A simple wood chipper could do this as well, but then you are unable to produce the great product YARDBEAST makes when you shred leaves and branches through the top hopper with the comfor of disposing the material into the right place.

- Do you really need the CONVIMAX Conveyor for your yard work?

Well, If you have a lot to chip and you want your processed wood to be carried it along your garden in a trash can in a one step deal then this is what you're looking for. Additionally, this saves you the constant floor grabbing and bending you have to do to place the same amount of material . The conveyor; in addition, is very easy to assemble and detach. Takes only 1 minute to attach and dettach and is very easy and friendly to maintain as well.

- Can I assemble a CONVIMAX onto my YARDBEAST wood chipper?

Yes you can. Before requesting to buy a conveyor kit, please refer to us with your model number as the hole patterns has changed for some of the models.

- Can I order spare parts for the CONVIMAX conveyor?

As with other parts of our YARDBEAST wood chippers, yes you can.

- Can I order the CONVIMAX Conveyor as a kit?

Yes. You can contact us at sales@yardbeast.com . You won't find this kit in our online site as we want to make sure we send you the attachment with the right hole pattern that can fit your unit.