Operator Manual

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Operator Manual
CHIPPER SHREDDER
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ENGINE SPECIFIC SAFETY
• Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, shut o the
engine and make certain that all moving parts have come
to a complete stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire and
secure the wire away from the spark plug to prevent acci-
dental starting.
• Stop the engine (motor) when leaving the operating
position and when making any repairs, adjustments and
inspections.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
• Keep machine, attachments, and accessories in safe work-
ing condition.
• Check engine mounting bolts and other hardware at fre-
quent intervals for proper tightness to be sure the equip-
ment is in safe working condition.
• Never store machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside a
building where ignition sources are present, such as hot
water and space heaters, clothes dryers and the like. Allow
the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
• Always refer to the operator manual for important details
if the machine is to be stored for an extended period.
• If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors.
• Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for safe load-
ing, unloading and storage of machine.
PREVENTING CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING
• Always start and run engine outdoors. Do not start or run
engine in an enclosed area, even if doors or windows are
open.
• Never try to ventilate engine exhaust indoors. Carbon
monoxide can reach dangerous levels very quickly.
• Never run engine outdoors where exhaust fumes may be
pulled into a building.
• Never run engine outdoors in a poorly ventilated area
where the exhaust fumes may be trapped and not easily
taken away. (Examples include: in a large hole or areas
where hills surround your working area.)
• Never run engine in an enclosed or partially enclosed area.
(Examples include: buildings that are enclosed on one or
more sides, under tents, car ports or basements.)
• Always run the engine with the exhaust and muer point-
ed in the direction away from the operator.
• Never point the exhaust muer towards anyone. People
should always be many feet away from the operation of
the engine and its attachments.
• Do not change the engine governor settings or over-
speed the engine.
• Do not operate the engine in a conned space where
dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
GASOLINE FIRES AND HANDLING FUEL SAFELY
• Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They
are ammable and vapors are explosive.
• When storing extra fuel be sure that it is in an appropriate
container and away from any re hazards.
WARNING
ENGINE GIVES OFF CARBON MONOXIDE, AN ODORLESS,
COLORLESS, POISON GAS. CARBON MONOXIDE MAY BE
PRESENT EVEN IF YOU DO NOT SMELL OR SEE ANY ENGINE
EXHAUST. BREATHING CARBON MONOXIDE CAN CAUSE
NAUSEA, FAINTING OR DEATH, IN ADDITION TO
DROWSINESS, DIZZINESS AND CONFUSION. IF YOU
EXPERIENCE ANY OF THESE SYMPTOMS, SEEK FRESH AIR
AND MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY.
IF YOUR MACHINE COMES WITH A SEPARATE ENGINE
MANUAL, BE SURE TO READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY AND
WARNING PRECAUTIONS OUTLINED THERE, IN ADDITION
TO ANY IN THIS MANUAL.
WARNING
FUEL IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE. TAKE THE FOLLOWING
PRECAUTIONS:
• STORE FUEL IN CONTAINERS SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED FOR
THIS PURPOSE.
• REFUEL OUTDOORS ONLY AND DO NOT SMOKE WHILE
REFUELING.
• ADD FUEL BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE. NEVER REMOVE
THE CAP ON THE FUEL TANK OR ADD FUEL WHILE THE
ENGINE IS RUNNING OR WHEN THE ENGINE IS HOT.
• IF FUEL IS SPILLED, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO START THE
ENGINE BUT MOVE THE MACHINE AWAY FROM THE AREA
OF SPILLAGE AND AVOID CREATING ANY SOURCE OF
IGNITION UNTIL FUEL VAPORS HAVE DISAPPEARED.
• REPLACE ALL FUEL TANK AND CONTAINER CAPS SECURELY.