Craftsman 247.77763 owner manual Save These Instructions for Future Reference

seconds after the engine is shut off. Never place any part of the body in the impeller area untilyou are sure the impeller has stopped rotating.

Keep all guards and safety devices in place and operating propedy.

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

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

If the cutting mechanism strikes a foreign object or if your machine should start making an unusual noise or vibration, immediately stop the engine, disconnect

the spark plug wire and move the wire away from the spark plug. Allow the machine to stop and take the following steps:

a.Inspect for damage

b. Repair or replace any damaged pads.

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

Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch.

Do not allow leaves or other debris to build up on engine'smuffler. The debris could igniteand cause a

fire.

•Do not operate engine if air cleaner or cover over carburetor air-intake is removed, except for

adjustment. Removal of such pads couldcreate a fire hazard.

Children

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of small children. Children are often attracted to the chippingand vacuuming activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.

Keep children out of the work area and under the watchful eye of a responsible adult other than the

operator.

Be alert and turn the unit off if a child enters the area. Never allow children under the age of 16 to operate the chipper-shreddervacuum.

Service

Use extreme care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.

Store fuel and oil in approved containers, away from heat and open flame, and out of the reach of children.

Check and add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is running. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling.

Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe off any spilledgasoline before startingthe engine as it may cause a fire or explosion.

Extinguishall cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sourcesof ignition.

Never refuel unit indoorsbecause flaEnmablevapors will accumulate in the area.

Never store the machine or fuel container inside

where there is an open flame or spark such as a gas hotwater heater, clothes dryer or furnace.

Never run your machine in an enclosed area as the exhaust from the engine contains carbon monoxide, which is a odorless, tasteless and deadly poisonous gas.

To reducefire hazard, keep engine and muffler free of leaves, grass, and other debris build-up. Clean up fuel and oilspillage. Allow unit to cool at least 5 minutes before storing.

Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the impeller and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep wire away from spark plug to prevent accidental starting. Do not use flammable solutionsto clean air filter.

Keep ell nuts, bolts, and screws tightto be sure the equipment is in safe workingcondition.

Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.

After striking a foreign object, immediately stop the engine, disconnectthe spark plug wire from the spark plug, and thoroughlyinspect the unitfor any damage.

Repair damage before starting and operating unit. Do notalter or tamper with the engine's governor setting. The governor controlsthe maximum safe operating speed of the engine. Over-speeding the engine is dangerous and wilt cause damage to the engine and to other moving parts of the machine. Check the vacuum bag frequently for wear. Replace if worn or damaged.

Keep vacuum bag free of debris _'..hen_ in use.

Your	Responsibility
Ab.	Restrict the use of thispower machine to
	persons who read, understand and follow the
	warnings and instructionsin this manual and on
	the machine.

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