16SG OPERATOR’S MANUAL REVISED 2/16/17 Page 15 of 18
GRINDING TIPS
Clear the work area of debris, branches and rocks.
Operate the cutter with engine at full throttle.
Listen to engine speed and watch cutter wheel speed. Adjust swing speed and cut depth to maintain high
engine and cutter speed. Avoid bogging the engine and stalling cutter wheel.
It is more efficient to cut the edge of the stump, rather than cutting a wide area. Once the teeth are cutting at
a depth below half the wheel radius, lift the cutter and move the machine forward to begin cutting a new
edge.
SHUT DOWN PROCEDURE
1. Always leave machine parked on a level surface.
WARNING
: Do not park on incline. Move the machine to a level surface and set the wheel locks.
2.
Reduce the ENGINE THROTTLE to idle until cutter wheel stops spinning.
3.
Move the IGNITION SWITCH to the OFF position to stop the engine.
Shut off engine and allow it to cool before refueling.
WARNING
: Fuel fumes can catch fire or explode. Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the
area.
Do not touch the engine, muffler, or any of the belt components until cool.
WARNING
: Muffler and engine get hot enough to cause serious burns.
For the safety of yourself and others, allow enough time for the engine,
muffler, and the hydraulic fluid to cool completely before performing any
cleaning or maintenance.
