Operator Manual

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Operator Manual
CHIPPER SHREDDER
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GENERAL OPERATING SAFETY
• Read the operating and service instruction manual
carefully. Be throughly familiar with the controls and the
proper use of the equipment. Know how to stop the unit
and disengage the controls quickly.
• Do not operate the equipment without wearing adequate
outer garments and safety goggles. Avoid loose-tting
clothes and use protective footwear that will improve
footing on slippery surfaces.
• Dress appropriately when operating the chipper shredder.
Always wear sturdy footwear and safety goggles. Never
wear sandals, sneakers or open-toed shoes, and never
operate the chipper shredder with bare feet. Do not wear
loose clothing that might get caught in moving parts.
• Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never
allow adults to operate the equipment without proper
instruction.
• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the
instructions, to operate the unit (local regulations can
restrict operator age).
• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly
small children and pets.
• Always maintain secure footing and solid balance while
starting or operating the chipper shredder. Never lean
directly over the machine.
• Never operate the machine at high transport speeds on
hard or slippery surfaces.
• Operate the machine only in daylight or good articial
light.
• Do not operate the unit while under the inuence of alco-
hol or drugs.
• Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
• Always wear eye and hearing protection when operating
this unit.
• Keep in mind the operator is responsible for accidents
occurring to other people or property.
• Never operate the machine without proper guards, plates,
or other safety protective devices in place.
• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts or at
inlet or discharge openings.
• Thoroughly inspect where equipment is to be used and
remove all foreign objects.
• Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing
gravel drives, walks or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards
or trac.
• Never allow bystanders near the unit while running.
• Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the
machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
• Always operate the chipper shredder outdoors, on a rm,
level, earthen or grassy surface where the unit will be
stable and stay in position. Never attempt to operate the
unit on a slope, or on a wet or slippery surface where you
could slip and fall toward the chipper cone or hopper
openings.
• If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally, stop
the engine (motor) and check immediately for the cause.
Vibration is generally a warning sign of trouble.
WARNING
COMBUSTIBLE DEBRIS CAN CATCH FIRE. IT IS A VIOLATION
OF CALIFORNIA PUBLIC RESOURCE CODE, SECTION 4442,
TO USE OR OPERATE ENGINE-POWERED PRODUCTS
ON ANY FOREST-COVERED, BRUSH-COVERED, OR GRASS-
COVERED LAND UNLESS THE EXHAUST SYSTEM IS
EQUIPPED WITH A SPARK ARRESTER, AS DEFINED IN
SECTION 4442, MAINTAINED IN EFFECTIVE WORKING
ORDER. OTHER STATES OR FEDERAL JURISDICTIONS MAY
HAVE SIMILAR LAWS. CONTACT THE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT
MANUFACTURER, RETAILER, OR DEALER TO OBTAIN A
SPARK ARRESTER DESIGNED FOR USE WITH THIS PRODUCT.
DANGER
THE CHIPPER SHREDDER HAS SPINNING BLADES THAT
CAN AMPUTATE HANDS AND FEET. DO NOT PLACE HANDS
OR FEET IN THE HOPPER OR CHIPPER CONE, OR DISCHARGE
CHUTE.
WARNING
THIS UNIT DISCHARGES DEBRIS AT HIGH SPEEDS. ALWAYS
WEAR PROTECTIVE GOGGLES AND DO NOT OPERATE
WITHOUT THE DEBRIS BAG IN PLACE.
DO NOT ALLOW ANYONE IN THE AREA WHILE THE UNIT IS
RUNNING. IF SOMEONE DOES ENTER THE AREA, SHUT THE
UNIT OFF IMMEDIATELY UNTIL THEY LEAVE. ORGANIZE
THE WORK AREA PRIOR TO STARTING WORK.