Operating instructions

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STORAGE
the cylinder head. Excessive oil in the cylinder head
will prevent unit from starting properly and cause
engine smoking.
• Overhead objects that fall into shredder hopper may
cause damage to the unit or serious injury to user and
others if not detected before unit is started.
LONG TERM STORAGE
(Longer than 30 Days)
See the engine service manual shipped with your
chipper/shredder for additional information.
Your chipper/shredder can be safely stored during off-
seasons by following these simple storage instructions:
• Drain fuel system completely (See the engine service
manual shipped with your chipper/shredder for
additional information.) or add a fuel stabilizer to
prevent fuel from gumming up during extended
storage periods.
• Remove the spark plug and squirt one ounce of SAE
30 oil into spark plug hole. Plug hole and pull starter
cord slowly to distribute oil evenly in cylinder head
area. Reinstall spark plug.
• Clean the external surfaces of the engine and cooling
fan.
• Transport unit to a suitable storage location. If you
have chosen to use a fuel stabilizer and have not
drained the fuel system, follow all safety instructions
and storage precautions in this manual to prevent the
possibility of fire from the ignition of gasoline fumes.
Remember, gasoline fumes can travel to distant
sources of ignition and ignite, causing risk of
explosion and fire.
• Cover chipper/shredder unit to protect shredder
hopper and chipper cone from debris and foreign
objects.
• If there is any possibility of unauthorized use or
tampering, remove the spark plug and store it in a
safe place before storing the chipper/shredder unit
away. Be sure to plug the spark plug hole to prevent
foreign material from entering.