TEMPORARY STORAGE
(30 Days Or Less)
Remember, the chipper/shredder fuel tank probably will still contain some gasoline, so never store the chipper/ shredder indoors or in any other area where fuel vapor could travel to any ignition source. Fuel vapor is also toxic if inhaled, so never store the chipper/shredder in any structure used for human or animal habitation.
Here’s a quick checklist of things to do when storing your chipper/shredder temporarily, or between uses:
•Store the unit in a location where there’s no danger of overhead objects falling into the chipper cone or shredder hopper.
•Keep the unit in an area away from where children may come into contact with it. If there’s any chance of unauthorized use, remove the spark plug, and put it in a safe place. Be sure to protect the spark plug opening from foreign objects with a suitable cover.
•Never put the unit away while the engine is still hot from running. Let the engine cool down first to pre- vent the chance of fire.
•Never try to lift or position the unit in the storage area by holding the fuel tank. Always let the engine and muffler cool completely before allowing yourself to contact these parts.
•If the unit can’t be stored on a reasonably level sur- face, use a block of wood to chock the wheels. Never store the Chipper/Shredder where it will not be in a stable position.
•Never tip the unit more than 75° from vertical, and never lay the unit down on its side, as this could cause fuel leakage, and/or undesirable oil transfer into the cylinder head and spark plug area. Excessive oil in the cylinder head will prevent unit from starting properly.
•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)
Your chipper/shredder can be safely stored during off- seasons by following these simple storage instructions:
•Drain fuel system completely following engine manu- facturer’s instructions or add fuel stabilizer to prevent fuel from gumming up during extended storage peri- od.
•Clean external surfaces, engine and cooling fan.
Storage
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Figure 14. Improper Placement Of Unit
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Figure 15. Improper Lifting Of Unit
•Remove spark plug, and squirt 1 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.
•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 explo- sion and fire.
•Cover chipper/shredder unit to protect shredder hop- per and chipper cone from debris and foreign objects.
•If there is any possibility of unauthorized use or tam- pering, 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.
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