Baumalight MX530, Operator'S Manual, Page: 22 / 32

5.9 Field Operation
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WARNING
Prevent serious injury or death caused
by unexpected movement:
1�
Park excavator on a level surface�
2�
Engage excavator park brake�
3�
Disengage hydraulic drive�
4�
Shut off engine and remove key�
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WARNING
Never operate brush mulcher when
other people are in the vicinity�
Do not allow riders on excavator�
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WARNING
Never operate brush mulcher when
other people are in the vicinity� Debris
can be thrown several feet from cutting
area� Keep all shields in place�
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WARNING
Clean machine thoroughly before
service or maintenance procedures�
The health effects from exposure to
wood dust are due to chemicals in the
wood or chemical substances in the
wood created by bacteria, fungi, or
molds�
1. Attach brush mulcher to excavator. See Attach
Brush Mulcher To Excavator in this section.
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WARNING
Prevent serious injury or death�
Operating unit must be equipped with a
forestry guard to protect the operator�
2. Lower mulcher so skid plates are on ground.
3. Set engine speed to low idle and engage
mulcher.
4. Slowly increase engine speed to high idle.
Verify mulcher is operating smoothly and start
travel.
5. If mulcher stalls, stop movement, slightly raise
mulcher and allow rotor to regain speed. Slow
travel speed to prevent further stalling.
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WARNING
Moving parts can crush and cut�
Keep clear of moving components�
Lockout operating unit before clearing
jams�
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WARNING
Never approach brush mulcher before
cutting wheel has come to a complete
stop�
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