Bandit
Copyright 11/10
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MODEL 490
SAFETY PROCEDURES
SAFETY PROCEDURES
WARNING
Before you begin to transport your machine follow
all of the transportation procedures on pages 19-0.
Make sure that the tongue of the machine or trailer has
been raised to the proper height and attach securely
to the towing vehicle. Once secured to vehicle, locate
tongue jack and secure it in the transport position.
Always hook safety chains to vehicle by crossing
them under the tongue allowing enough slack to avoid
binding or dragging the ground when making turns.
Check brakes and highway lights make sure that
they are all operating properly. Check that the plug
terminal functions match the towing vehicle for proper
operation. Be sure to check tire pressure before you
begin to transport the machine. If machine is equipped
with a vise, make sure to secure in place and clamp
jaws closed. Close and secure any of the following,
if equipped: tool box, battery box, engine cowl doors
and side panels, radiator debris screens, inspection
doors, cabinet doors, housing covers, tank caps and
covers, etc.
Always stand to the side of the infeed hopper when
inserting material. This will allow you to turn away from
the wood, and walk away, without passing through the
material. Machines should be fed from curbside (right
side) whenever possible. Anytime an operator is near
the infeed hopper, they must be within easy reach of
control devices.
To increase production, don’t waste time watching
the material being fed. Once the limbs have started
into the machine, you can walk away and get more
material.
Always start the larger end (base end) of the log or
branch in first.
Keep the engine R.P.M.’s at full throttle whether you
are chipping brush or round wood. Lower R.P.M.’s will
cause weak throwing power, and can cause plugging
in the discharge.
WARNING
Travel
Path
Turn Face Away
And Keep Moving
Release
Travel
Path
Butt End Of
Brush First
Feed Brush
Into Chipper
Keep the machine in good condition. Be sure the
machine is in good operating condition and that all
safety devices, including guards and shields are
installed and functioning properly. Visually inspect the
machine daily before starting the machine. Refer to the
“Daily Start Up & Maintenance”. Make no modifications
to your equipment unless specifically recommended
or requested by Bandit Industries Inc.
DANGER
The Bandit has only been run for a short time to test
proper hydraulic pressures, possible leaks, etc. The
fuel tank will be empty. Fuel is provided through a small
auxiliary tank for testing. This immensely helps maintain
safety in our manufacturing facility and while shipping.
NOTICE
Expensive damage to the Bandit will occur if proper
preparation is not taken before welding on the machine. Be
sure to disconnect both battery cables and the engine ECM
(engine control module) before welding. Follow the specific
Engine MFG. instructions for proper welding and grounding
procedures, before attempting to weld on the machine. If
welding on the machine, do not ground the welder through
the machine bearings, ground near work to be performed.
NOTICE
PTO machines must be sitting flat and stabile on the
ground before operating the machine.
DANGER
For towable machines, use
EXTREME CAUTION
when towing.
DO NOT
tow at high speeds. Use
caution when transporting to avoid a roll over because
of narrow wheel base.
WARNING
Check laws and regulations. Know and obey all
federal, state, and local laws and regulations that
apply to your work situation and the transportation of
a machine this size.
WARNING
