Simplicity 14E manual General, Setting UP

Safety Rules & Information

WARNING

You must read, understand and comply with all safety and operating instructions in this manual before attempting to set-up and operate your chipper/shredder.

Failure to comply with all safety and operating instructions can result in loss of machine control, serious personal injury to you and /or bystanders, and risk equipment and property damage. The triangle in the text signifies impor- tant cautions or warnings which must be fol- lowed.

GENERAL

The Safety Alert symbol shown here is used to alert you to important safety information that must be read, fully understood, and followed at all times when handling, transporting, operating, servicing, or storing your chip- per/shredder unit.

Each safety alert symbol is followed by a “signal word” that advises you of the relative intensity, or level, of the hazard the safety alert instructions pertain to.

The following list of signal words is being provided to help you understand the intensity levels associated with each signal word used in this manual.

Safe operation of the chipper/shredder unit requires that all operating and safety instructions be obeyed by every- one who uses, services, or otherwise handles the unit.

Although the instructions and warnings appearing in this manual cover most normal operating conditions, every- one using the chipper/shredder unit must also always follow safe work practices while operating, servicing, or handling the chipper/shredder unit under any conditions not specifically covered in this manual.

WARNING

Engine exhaust from this product contains chem- icals known, in certain quantities, to cause can- cer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

SETTING UP

1.Although most assembly has been done at the facto- ry, your chipper/shredder unit requires minor assem- bly and the addition of engine oil before it can be used. Never attempt to start or operate the unit unless the chipper cone and shredder hopper have been properly installed and engine oil has been added.

2.Perform the required assembly in an area where the chipper/shredder can be handled comfortably. Never attempt to assemble the unit unless the engine/base assembly can be held or securely posi- tioned for assembly needs.

3.Use proper hand tools for assembling the chipper/shredder. Never use tools such as adjustable open-end wrenches that can slip off hard- ware as it’s being fastened. Never use toothed grip- ping pliers which may damage hardware and make removal difficult.

4.Always use only the hardware provided with this unit for assembly. Never substitute parts, or mix the proper position of parts during assembly. If a part is missing, contact your local dealer for an exact replacement.

5.Assemble the unit in the sequence indicated in the assembly instructions. Make sure all hardware is properly tightened after assembly is completed and before starting the unit.

6.Make sure all required hardware has been installed. Never attempt to start or operate the unit unless you are sure that all required hardware has been used.

7.Inspect the shredder hopper and chipper cone for any debris, loose hardware, or other material that may have fallen in during unpacking and assembly. Always disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug, before removing any objects.

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