OPERATION

GENERAL OPERATION

Understanding how your machine works will help you achieve the best results when using the Chipper/Vac+ Read the following explanation before using the machine and see Figure 21 which shows the internal workings of the ChipperiVac_

(A)Chipper Chute

(B) Chipper Cutting Blade

(C) Shredder Screen

(D) Processing Chamber

(E) Fan Blade (1 of 4)

(F) Discharge Opening

A

F

Figure 21: Cutaway view., (Blower deflector removed for clarity,)

STARTING THE ENGINE

STOPPING THE ENGINE

1, Put on safety goggles and work gloves, Do not wear loose fitting clothing or jewelry that can get caught in moving parts.

2.Move the Engine Control Lever (A, Figure 22) all the way to the right (toward rabbit position) until it stops.,

3.When starting a cold engine, firmly push primer (B, Figure 22) five (5) times before trying to start the engine (This step is not required when starting an engine which has already run for a few minutes)

4+Stand at the left front of the machine Place one foot against left front wheel to stabilize the machine,

5+ Look behind you to make sure there are no obstacles in the way. Grasp the Starter Rope Handle (C) and pull handle quickly. Do not alfow starter rope to snap back.,

NOTE: In cool weather, repeat pfimimg step if necessary, in warm weather, over priming may cause

-flooding so that the engine wilt not start, If the engine is flooded, wait a few minutes before attempting to start it

and do not repeat the priming step.

6. Leave the Engine Control Lever at the FAST (rabbit)

setting. FAST is the recommended setting for all vacuuming and chipping operations.

1. Move the Engine Control Lever all the way to the left (toward turtle position) until it stops.

2.Listen for all moving parts to come to a complete stop There is an audible tone when the cutting blades are slowing down.,

Figure 22: Starting and stopping the engine,

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