7. | SECURE FOOTING: Placing the chip- | 10. | TURN OFF CHIPPER/SHREDDER: Turn |
| per/shredder on a slope or slippery surface |
| OFF the machine, allow all moving parts |
| may cause the operator to fall into the |
| to come to a complete stop, and discon- |
| machine, causing burns from the motor, or |
| nect the spark plug wire before moving the |
| an amputation if an arm accidentally goes |
| machine, emptying the bag, unclogging |
| into the hopper. Wear |
| the inlets or outlets, filling the gas tank, or |
| shoes or boots to maintain secure footing. |
| performing maintenance and repairs. |
8. | JAMS AND CLOGGING: Turn the chip- | 11. | STARTING THE CHIPPER/SHREDDER: |
| per/shredder OFF, allow all moving parts to |
| Make sure the hopper and funnel are |
| come to a complete stop, and disconnect |
| empty when starting the machine. The pull |
| the spark plug wire before attempting to |
| start cord may stop suddenly causing the |
| free a jam or clog. |
| chipper/shredder to fall over or injure your |
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| hand or arm. |
9. | FEEDING MATERIAL: Hold branches and | 12. | CLEANING CHIPPER/SHREDDER: Allow |
| brush loosely, and allow the chipper/shred- | ||
| der to draw the material in. The machine |
| the motor to cool off, then brush dust and |
| sometimes will draw material in very quick- |
| chip |
| ly and your hand may be drawn in if you |
| or motor overheating. |
| are holding tightly. If the blades hit a hard |
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| object, or if the machine begins to make |
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an unusual noise or vibration, immediately shut the chipper/shredder OFF.
Like all machinery there is potential danger when operating this machine. Accidents are frequently caused by lack of familiarity or failure to pay attention. Use this machine with respect and caution to lessen the pos- sibility of operator injury. If normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, seri- ous personal injury may occur.
No list of safety guidelines can be complete. Every environment is different. Always con- sider safety first, as it applies to your indi- vidual working conditions. Use this and other machinery with caution and respect. Failure to do so could result in serious per- sonal injury, damage to equipment, or poor work results.
G0594 Large Chipper/Shredder |
