Safety Rules & Information
Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment.
This unit is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. The triangle 
in text signifies
important cautions or warnings which must be followed.
Preparation
1.Do not operate the equipment without wearing adequate outer garments and safety goggles. Avoid
Training
1.Read the operating and service instructions carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. Know how to stop the unit and disengage the control quickly.
2.Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children, and pets.
General operation
1.Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the unit before starting.
2.Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
3.Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the unit (local regulations can restrict operator age).
4.Be sure the area is clear of other people before operating. Stop the unit if anyone enters the area.
5.Never direct discharge material toward anyone. Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet back toward the operator.
6.Operate the machine only in daylight or good artificial light.
7.Do not operate the unit while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
8.Always wear eye and hearing protection when operating this unit.
9.Keep in mind the operator is responsible for accidents occurring to other people or property.
10. It is a violation of California Public Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate the engine on or near any forest- covered,
11. Always operate the chipper/shredder outdoors, on a firm, level, earthen or grassy surface where the unit will be stable and stay in position. Never attempt to operate the unit on a slope, or on a wet or slippery surface where you could slip and fall toward the chipper cone or hopper openings.
12. Never operate the chipper/shredder on asphalt, concrete, or other hard surfaces as material being ejected out of the discharge chute could ricochet, causing injury to you or bystanders.
13. Always obey the size limitations for tree limbs and branches stated in the Waste Materials Guide portion of this manual.
14. 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.
15. Always maintain secure footing and solid balance while starting or operating the chipper/shredder. Never lean directly over the machine.
16. 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 kick back while being chipped.
17. Always keep hands out of the chipper cone and shredder hopper when feeding materials. Never wrap fingers tightly around branches as you are feeding them into the unit, as a sudden inward surge could pull your hands and arms into the unit.
18. Never allow material to build up in the discharge area or shredding chamber, as this may cause new material being fed into the machine to kickback with sufficient force to injure you or other bystanders.
19. Never allow material to build up around the engine during chipper/shredder operation. This could result in a fire, or overheating of the engine.
20. 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.
21. 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 and secure the wire away from the spark plug. 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.
22. 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.
23. Never attempt to perform any maintenance, repairs, or attachment of accessories while the unit is running. 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.
24. Always make sure that the shredding chamber, shredder hopper, and chipper cone are empty before starting 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. Vibration is generally a warning sign of trouble.
25. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, shut off the engine and make certain that all moving parts have
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