3107C OWNER’S MANUAL 2/01/23 Page 6 of 18
MAINTENANCE PREPARATION
WARNING
: The engine, exhaust pipe and engine oil get hot during operation. Allow adequate time for
the engine and engine components to cool before beginning maintenance.
DANGER
: BEFORE beginning any maintenance on the 3107C that requires a guard be removed or
exposes someone to a part that moves during operation, the
3107C lockout procedure
must be followed.
Only trained and qualified personnel should perform maintenance or repairs of the 3107C or the battery.
LOCKOUT PROCEDURE
Manufacturers recommended lockout procedure: To render the 3107C inoperable.
1.
DISCONNECT THE BATTERY.
2.
REMOVE THE KEY.
1.
Disconnect the battery: See: BATTERY SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS first,
Disconnect the negative battery cable where the cable connects to the 3107C chassis prevent the cable
from touching any part of the engine or chassis. Then disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
Store the cable where only the person performing the maintenance has access to the cable. (When
reconnecting, connect the battery first, chassis second)
WARNING:
The battery contains sulfuric acid that can cause blindness and severe burns. Avoid contact
with eyes, skin and clothing. Read the section: BATTERY SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, in this manual.
2.
Remove the key:
Attempt to start the engine with the key. This should ensure that any residual power in the system is
drained. Turn the key to off and remove the key. Store the key where only the person performing the
maintenance has access to the key.
WARNING
: DO NOT use your fingers, hands or any other body part to turn the chipper disk. The
chipper is heavy and has sharp blades.
See figure: TO RENDER THE 3107C INOPERABLE on the next page:
This is a recommended lockout procedure in accordance with OSHA 1910.147(a)(3)(i) it is your
responsibility to establish and utilize procedures for affixing appropriate lockout/tagout devices.
For more information on developing vehicle maintenance lockout/tagout procedures refer to OSHA,
DIRECTIVE NUMBER: CPL 02-00-147.
