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Safety Rules
OPERATING SAFETY
1. Always obey the size limitations for tree limbs and
branches stated in the Waste Materials Guide portion
of this manual.
2. Never leave the machine running unattended.
Always turn off the engine, wait for the rotor to come
to a complete stop, and disconnect the spark plug
before leaving the area. Always move the unit to a
safe storage area when not in use.
3. Always maintain secure footing and solid balance
while starting or operating the chipper/shredder.
Never lean directly over the machine.
4. Always stand to the side of the chipper cone when
feeding tree limbs and branches into the unit, as tree
limbs, branches, and harder woods may whip around
while being chipped.
5. Always keep hands out of the chipper cone and
shredder hopper when feeding materials. Never
wrap fingers tightly around branches as you are feed-
ing them into the unit, as a sudden inward surge
could pull your hands and arms into the unit.
6. Always stand clear of the discharge area to avoid
being struck by ricochets or material being ejected
from the machine.
7. Never allow material to build up in the discharge area
or shredding chamber, as this may cause new mater-
ial being fed into the machine to kickback with suffi-
cient force to injure you or other bystanders.
8. Never allow material to build up around the engine
during chipper/shredder operation. This could result
in a fire, or overheating of the engine.
9. Never attempt to reposition or move the
chipper/shredder unit while it is running. Doing so
could cause the machine to tip over, and reaching to
steady the unit could result in accidental insertion of
your hands into the chipper cone or shredder hopper
areas.
10. Never continue to operate the machine if it starts
making unusual noise or vibration. Shut the engine
off immediately, allow the rotor to stop, disconnect
the spark plug wire from the spark plug, and do the
following:
• Inspect the unit for any signs of damage or foreign
material in the chipping or shredding areas.
Remove any solid material that may be preventing
the unit from operating properly.
• Check for loose parts, and loose or missing hard-
ware, and repair or replace as required.
• Check the oil level in the engine crankcase. See
ENGINE OIL LEVEL under Servicing The
Chipper/Shredder.
11. Never attempt to clear clogs from the chipper cone,
shredder hopper or discharge chute while the unit is
running. Always shut the engine off, allow the rotor
to come to a complete stop, and remove the spark
plug wire from the spark plug before removing excess
materials.
12. Never fill the fuel tank while the machine is running or
while the engine is hot. An unexpected spillover of
fuel could contact a hot surface and ignite, causing
fire or explosion. Turn off the engine, and allow the
engine to cool before attempting refilling.
13. Never attempt to perform any maintenance, repairs,
or attachment of accessories while the unit is run-
ning. Always shut the unit off, allow the rotor to come
to a complete stop, and remove the spark plug wire
from the spark plug before beginning these activities.
14. Never remove guards, deflectors, or warning labels
from the unit. If any of these are found to be missing,
take the unit out of service until the appropriate
repairs can be made. Tag the machine so others do
not mistakenly attempt to use it while awaiting parts
or repairs.
15. Always make sure that the shredding chamber,
shredder hopper, and chipper cone are empty before
restarting the unit after it has been idle. Attempting to
start the unit with material in these areas could cause
the engine starting cord to stop suddenly, injuring
your hand and fingers, or toppling the unit over.
16. Never tamper with any engine controls to alter or
increase maximum unit running speed. An over
speeding condition could cause the engine to over-
heat, resulting in risk of fire, permanent engine dam-
age, and voiding of your product warranty.
17. Always comply with the engine manual instructions
for operating and periodic maintenance requirements.
Make sure the oil level is always in the safe zone,
and keep the air filter element clean.
18. Never allow children to operate the machine. Do not
allow adults to operate it without proper instruction.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
1. Always use the hopper handle and built-in wheels to
move the chipper/shredder. Never lift the unit using
the fuel tank for support. If the unit must be lifted ,
always use at least two people, and always grip the
unit securely using the front leg and hopper handle.
2. If the unit must be tilted for transporting, consult the
engine manual for required preparation. Normally,
fuel and oil must be drained to prevent dangerous