Craftsman 247.77586 manual General Operation

This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the per-

sonal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructionsin this manual before attempting to operate your chipper shredder. Failure to comply with these instructionsmay result in per- sonal injury.When you see this symbol--heed its warning.

Your chipper-shredder was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in

DANGER: this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the oper- ator can result in serious injury. If you violate any of these rules, you may cause serious

injury to yourself or others.

to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

,_WARNING: The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California

1. GENERAL OPERATION

Read this owner's guide carefully in its entirety before attempting to assemble this machine. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before operation. Be completely familiar with the controls and the proper use of the machine before operating it. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts.

Your chipper-shredder is a powerful tool, not a plaything. Therefore, exercise extreme caution at all times. Your unit has been designed to perform two jobs; to chip and shred vegetation found in a normal yard. Do not use it for any other purpose.

Never allow children under age 16 to operate the unit. Children 16 years and older should only operate the unit under close parental supervision. Only responsible individuals who are familiar with these rules of safe operation should be allowed to use your unit.

Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children and pets. Stop the engine when they are in the vicinity of the unit. Keep work area clean and clear of branches or obstacles which could cause you to stumble or fall.

When feeding material into this equipment, be extremely careful that pieces of metal, rocks, bottles, cans or other foreign objects are not included. Personal injury or damage to the machine could result. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles, during operation and while performing an adjustment or

repair, to protect eyes from foreign objects that may be thrown from the machine.

Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close fitting slacks and shirt. Shirt and slacks that cover the arms

and legs and steel-toed shoes are recommended. Do not wear loose fitting clothes or jewelry and secure hair so it is above shoulder length. They can be caught in moving parts. Never operate a unit in bare feet, sandals or sneakers. Wear gloves when feeding material in the chipper chute or shredder hopper.

Never place your hands, feet, or any part of your body into the shredder hopper, chipper chute, discharge opening, or near any moving part while the engine is running. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. If it becomes necessary to push material into the chipper chute or shredder hopper, use a small diameter stick, NOT YOUR HANDS.

eIf it is necessary for any reason to unclog the feed intake or discharge openings or to inspect or repair any part of the machine where a moving part can come in contact with your body or clothing, stop the machine, allow it to cool, disconnect the spark plug wire from the

spark plug and move it away from the spark plug before attempting to unclog, inspect or repair.

mDo not operate unit while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

•The machine should only be operated on a level surface. Never operate your unit on a slippery, wet, muddy or icy surface. Keep your work area clean and clear of branches or obstacles which could cause you to stumble and fall. Do not overreach. Maintaining

proper footing and balance is essential to preventing accidents.

oDo not allow an accumulation of processed material to build up in the discharge area as this will prevent proper discharge and can result in kick-back from the chipper chute.

eKeep your face and body back from chipper chute to avoid accidental bounce back of any material.

®Do not transport machine while engine is running.

eIf the cutting mechanism strikes a foreign object or if your machine should start making an unusual noise or vibration, immediately stop the engine and allow the machine to come to a complete stop. Disconnect the

spark plug wire and move it away from the spark plug. Take the following steps.

a.Inspect fordamage.

b. Repair or replace any damaged parts.

c.Check for any loose parts and tighten to assure continued safe operation.

Never attempt to attach or remove catcher bag when engine is running. Shut the engine off and wait for the