Camon C50i, Operating Instructions Manual, Page: 8 / 24

CAMON C50i Chipper Tracmaster Ltd
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4.0 Safety Instructions – Pre-Operation
4.1 Basic Safety Instructions
Before starting the machine, read and understand these operating instructions.
4.2 Main Components and Operating Elements
Below is a description of the main components of the C50i and how they operate.
4.3 Engine and Drive
The Honda GX200 and GP200 are four stroke engines that run on standard unleaded fuel.
The engines are fitted with a red on/off lever that is the main operating control for the
engine. Rotating the switch to the ‘I’ position allows the engine to be started. Rotating the
switch to the ‘O’ position will turn off the engine.
The engine is air cooled and therefore it is important that the grille covering the recoil rope is
kept clear from debris.
The engine air filter cleans the air drawn in by the engine. A clogged air filter will reduce
performance.
The engine is fitted with a fuel on/off lever and a choke lever. Read the engine operating
instructions to understand the operation of these levers.
4.4 In-Feed Chute
The in-feed chute must be connected to the chute bracket on the rotor housing for the C50i
Chipper to function. Without the in-feed chute being fitted, the Honda engine will not start.
The in-feed chute is fitted onto the housing bracket of the chipper housing using the locating
lugs at the bottom of the in-feed chute. The chute is secured firmly in place using the latch
on top of the chute that connects to a bracket on top of the chute bracket.
4.5 Chipping Blade
A chipping blade must be fitted to the rotor disc of the C50i Chipper for it to be able to
function in the manor for which it is designed. Without a chipping blade the C50i Chipper will
not chip wood, and damage to the machine is likely to occur.