Operator`s manual

Page 76" & 8" Bear Cat Chipper Operators Manual

CAUTION

Move machine to a clear, level area outdoors before

starting. Do not operate machine on a paved, concrete,

or gravel surface. Do not operate in the vicinity of

bystanders. Make sure cutting chamber is empty

before starting.

NOTE

Some oil usage is normal. Check level with each use.

Handle fuel (gasoline) with care. It is highly flammable.

Always use an approved container and fill tank

outdoors. Never add fuel to a running or hot engine.

WARNING

1. Before starting, fill engine with oil to the correct level.

See engine manual for operation and maintenance in-

structions.

2. Before starting, fill fuel tank with fresh, clean unleaded

regular gasoline. DO NOT MIX OIL WITH GASOLINE.

CAUTION

Obtain and wear safety glasses at all times when

operating the machine. Do not wear loose fitting

clothing. The operator should always wear heavy

boots, gloves, pants, and shirt. Use common sense

and practice safety to protect yourself from branches,

sharp objects, and other harmful objects.

3. Depress foot clutch pedal down, this will disengage drive

belts and enable engine to start.

4. Refer to Honda engine owners manual for engine star-

ing.

5. Once engine is running and no choke is needed, slowly

let foot clutch pedal up. This will engage drive belt and

the rotor will turn.

6. If engine kills when engaging foot clutch pedal, either

use more choke or increase engine RPM.

7. When clutch is engaged, the foot pedal may vibrate or

shake until the engine and rotor have increased to full

running RPM.

8. The chipper frame assembly can turn 360 degrees clock-

wise or counterclockwise. Press down on the foot pedal

located underneath the frame near the tow hitch and

the frame will pivot on the trailer to your desired loca-

tion. Let up on the foot pedal and the frame will lock

into place for use. The discharge tube can also turn 360

degrees to your desired location.

4.1 STARTING THE MACHINE

Section

Operation