fuel leakage, and unwanted transfer of the sump oil into the cylinder head area.
3.Always refill the oil sump with the recommended oil before attempting to use the unit again after it has been drained for transportation.
4.Always observe safe refueling and fuel handling prac- tices when refueling the unit after transportation or storage.
5.Always follow the engine manual instructions for stor- age preparations before storing the unit for prolonged periods.
6.Always follow the engine manual instructions for proper
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
Safety Rules
text on the preceding pages, or contact your local dealer.
Should any of these labels become unreadable because of being worn, faded, or otherwise damaged during the use of your chipper/shredder, please use the part num- ber information provided to order a replacement label from your local authorized dealer.
These labels are easily applied, and will act as a con- stant visual reminder to you, and others who may use the equipment, to follow the safety instructions neces- sary for safe, effective operation of your chipper/shred- der.
1.Always follow recommended engine and chipper/shredder procedures when performing required service and maintenance on the unit.
2.Always use only factory authorized replacement parts when making repairs.
3.Always comply with recommended factory specifica- tions on all settings and adjustments.
4.Only factory authorized service locations should be utilized for major service and repair requirements.
5.Never attempt to make major repairs on this unit unless you have been properly trained and certified to work on large capacity chipper/shredder units. Improper service procedures can result in hazardous operation, equipment damage, and voiding of manu- facturer’s warranty.
SAFETY DECALS
This chipper/shredder unit has been designed and man- ufactured to provide you with the safety and reliability you would expect from an industry leader in outdoor power equipment manufacturing.
Although reading this manual and the safety instructions it contains will provide you with the necessary basic knowledge to operate this equipment safely and effec- tively, we have placed several safety labels on the chip- per/shredder to remind you of this important information while you are operating the unit.
These important safety labels are illustrated on the right, and are shown here to help familiarize you with the loca- tion and content of the safety messages you will see as you perform normal chipping and shredding operations. Please review these labels now, and if you have any questions regarding their meaning or how to comply with these instructions, reread the complete safety instruction
Caution Label
Part No. 5004100 (hopper)
Danger Label
Part No. 5001612 (chipper cone & hopper) Part No. 1709529 (discharge chute)
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