BE-SGGxxx USER MANUAL
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taste it. ONLY run grinder OUTDOORS and at least 20 feet (6m) from the home, away from windows, vents
and air intakes, to allow proper ventilation. If you start to feel sick, dizzy, or weak while using the grinder,
shut off the engine and get to fresh air RIGHT AWAY. NEVER run grinder engine inside homes, garages,
sheds, or other semi-enclosed spaces. These spaces can trap poisonous gases.
• Cooling ventilation.
The grinder needs adequate, unobstructed flow of air to allow for proper cooling of
engine and grinder head. Do not allow debris to accumulate and block airflow.
• Transporting.
During transporting, take precautions to make sure stump grinder will not tip over and cause
a fuel leak hazard.
• Hot exhaust - fires.
Exhaust from engine can be extremely hot and cause fire. Position muffler at least 7eet
(2m) from combustible objects during operation.
Personal protective equipment
• Hearing protection.
The use of ear plugs or other hearing protection device is recommended for those in
close proximity to the grinder while it is operating.
• Eye protection.
Wear approved eye protection when operating the grinder.
• Face protection.
A helmet with a full face visor or mesh visor with protective glasses is recommended.
• Loose / dangling.
Loose or dangling apparel, jewelry or hair can become entangled in moving parts. Never
wear jewelry or loose-fitting clothing when operating the grinder.
• Long pants.
Wear long, heavy-duty pants to protect legs from ejected materials.
Gasoline Safety
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. Use
extreme care when handling gasoline:
• Fuel outdoors.
Fill fuel tank outdoors – never indoors. Gasoline vapors can ignite if they collect inside an
enclosure. Explosion can result.
• Use approved container.
Never pump fuel directly into engine at gas station. Static charge can build and
ignite fuel. Use an UL approved fuel container to transfer gas to the engine.
• Running / hot engine.
A running engine is hot enough to ignite fuel. Never add fuel or remove gas cap if
engine is running or still hot. Stop the engine and allow to cool at least two minutes before adding fuel.
• Heat / flames / sparks.
Keep sources of heat, flame, or sparks away while adding fuel.
• Don’t fill to the top DO NOT overfill the gas tank.
Allow at least 1” of empty space below the fill neck to
allow for fuel expansion and operation on slopes.
• Don’t fill to the top.
Do not fill the gas tank to the top. Gasoline may spill when operating on a slope.
• Replace cap.
Replace gas cap securely before starting engine.
• Spills.
Clean up fuel spills immediately. Move grinder away from spilled fuel on the ground. Wipe fuel off
engine and wait 5 minutes for excess fuel to evaporate before starting engine. Gas soaked rags should be
disposed of properly.
• On skin / clothes.
If gasoline is spilled on your skin or clothes, change clothes and wash skin immediately.
• Inspect fuel system.
Check fuel system on a regular basis. Look for signs of leaks, deterioration, chafed or
spongy fuel hose, loose or missing fuel hose clamps, damaged fuel tank, or a defective fuel shut-off valve.
Do not start grinder until needed repairs have been completed.
• Gasoline storage.
Store gasoline in a cool, dry place in an UL-approved, tightly sealed container away from
children.
SAFETY - DURING USE
• Safety equipment / controls.
Always operate the grinder with all safety covers, guards, and barriers in
place and in good working order, and all controls properly adjusted for safe operation.
• Controls
. Stay in the OPERATOR POSITION while actuating controls.
• Know how to stop.
Know how to stop the grinder quickly if needed by releasing the operator presence bar.
If this does not work, do the following in order until unit is stopped. 1. Push the stop button on the control
panel. 2. Use on/off switch on engine (or ignition switch on electric start models). 3. Engage full choke by
flooding the engine.
• “Kickback”.
Machine can experience significant “kickback” when operating or first coming into contact
with the stump.
• Slipping/Falling.
Operating in wet or icy conditions could lead to losing your footing and slipping or falling.
