MTD 24A-020D000 manual Important Safe Operation Practices, Training, Preparation

Page 3

SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES

WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol - heed its warning.

WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle

components contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

TRAINING

1.Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts.

2.Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly.

3.Never allow children under 16 years old to operate this machine. Children 16 years old and over should read and understand the operation instructions and safety rules in this manual and should be trained and supervised by a parent.

4.Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper instruction.

5.Keep bystanders, helpers, pets, and children at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

6.Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.

7.Do not put hands and feet near rotating parts or in the feeding chambers and discharge opening. Contact with the rotating impeller can amputate fingers, hands, and feet.

8.Never attempt to unclog either the feed intake or discharge opening, remove or empty vacuum bag, or inspect and repair the machine while the engine is running. Shut the engine off and wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine.

PREPARATION

1.Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used. Remove all rocks, bottles, cans, or other foreign objects which could be picked up or thrown and cause personal injury or damage to the machine.

2.Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation or while performing an adjustment or repair, to protect eyes. Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes.

3.Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close- fitting slacks and shirts. Loose fitting clothes or jewelry can be caught in movable parts. Never operate this machine in bare feet or sandals. Wear leather work gloves when feeding material in the chipper chute.

4.Before starting, check all bolts and screws for proper tightness to be sure the machine is in safe working condition. Also, visually inspect machine for any damage at frequent intervals.

5.Maintain or replace safety and instructions labels, as necessary.

6.To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite. Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.

a.Use only an approved gasoline container.

b.Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition.

c.Never fuel machine indoors.

d.Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running.

e.Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling.

f.Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than 1/2 inch below bottom of filler neck to provide space for fuel expansion.

g.Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.

h.If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and equipment. Move machine to another area. Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine.

3

Image 3
Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Table of Contents Finding Model NumberCalling Customer Support Important Safe Operation Practices TrainingPreparation Operation Maintenance and StorageLoose Parts In Carton See Figure Disconnecting Spark Plug WireAssembling Your Chipper Shredder Vacuum Removing Unit From CartonAttaching The Handle Attaching The BagAttaching The Blower Chute If Equipped Stopping Engine Know Your Chipper Shredder VacuumOperating Your Chipper Shredder Vacuum Maintaining Your Chipper Shredder Vacuum Nozzle Height AdjustmentEngine MaintenanceLubrication Removing The Flail ScreenRefer to engine manual for correct engine storage Clean the equipment thoroughlyStore unit in a clean, dry area. Do not store next to Wipe equipment with a oiled rag to prevent rustProblem Cause Remedy TroubleshootingPage Model 24A-020D000 Part Description Model 24A-020D000 Model 24A-020D000 Contenido ÍndiceBúsqueda DEL Número DE Modelo Servicio Telefónico DE Asistencia AL ClienteCapacitación Sección 1 Medidas Importantes DE SeguridadMantenimiento Y Almacenamiento Colocación de la bolsa Extracción de la unidad de la cajaDesconexión del cable de la bujía Montaje de la manijaCanal de la cortadora Instalación del canal de sopladoSi está incluidoBolsa Manija de la bolsaDetención del motor Carga de gas y aceite Descarga de la bolsaEncendido del motor Mantenimiento Funcionamiento de la cortadora trituradora aspiradoraAjuste de la altura del pico LubricaciónResponsabilidades del cliente Afilado o recambio de las hojas de la cortadoraCaja Tornillo Pico Caja inferior Tornillos Almacenamiento de la cortadora trituradora aspiradoraProblema Causa Solución Sección 6 Guía Para LA Solución DE ProblemasPage Page Page DEL Fabricante Garantía Limitada MANUFACTURER’S Limited Warranty