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replacement parts must be used to restore your equipment to original specifications. The manufacturer
will not be responsible for injuries or damages caused by use of unapproved parts and/or accessories.
8. A fire extinguisher and first aid kit should be kept readily accessible
while performing maintenance on this equipment.
9. Periodically tighten all bolts, nuts and screws and check that all
electrical and fuel connections are properly secured to ensure unit is
in a safe condition.
10. When completing a maintenance or service function, make sure all
safety shields and devices are installed before placing unit in service.
2.6 MAINTENANCE SAFETY CON’T
2.7 OPERATING SAFETY
1. Please remember it is important that you read and heed the safety signs on the 3 Point Hitch Wood
Chipper. Clean or replace all safety signs if they cannot be clearly read and under- stood. They are
there for your safety, as well as the safety of others. The safe use of this machine is strictly up to you,
the operator.
2. All things with moving parts are potentially hazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-mind-
ed operator who recognizes potential hazards and follows reasonable safety practices. The manufac-
turer has designed this 3 Point Hitch Wood Chipper to be used with all its safety equipment properly
attached, to minimize the chance of accidents. Study this manual to make sure you have all safety
equipment attached.
3. Close and secure rotor cover before operating.
4. Close and secure all guards, deflectors and shields before starting and operating.
5. Read and understand operator’s manual before starting. Review safety instructions annually.
6. Personal protection equipment including hearing protection, hard hat, safety glasses, safety shoes,
and gloves are recommended during assembly, installation, operation, adjustment, maintaining, repair-
ing, removal, or moving. Do not allow long hair, loose-fitting clothing, or jewelry to be around moving
parts.
7. Keep hydraulic lines and fittings tight, in good condition and free of leaks.
8. Never place any part of your body where it would be in danger if movement should occur during as-
sembly, installation, operation, maintenance, repairing, unplugging or moving.
9. Turn machine off, stop and disable engine, remove ignition key and place in your pocket, set park
brake and wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing, adjusting, repairing or unplugging.
10. Do not run machine inside a closed building to prevent asphyxiation from engine exhaust.
