Carlton 1712, Owner'S Manual

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12” CHIPPER SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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During operation of the chipper, all people
within a 100-foot radius should wear
protective equipment, including eye and
ear protection and hard hats.
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If unusual noise or vibration occurs, stop
engine immediately and correct the
problem before continuing operation,
consult authorized dealer if necessary.
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Keep all guards in place and properly
secured during operation. Never operate
the chipper with guards missing or loose.
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Keep all safety devices working properly
and all other machine parts in good
condition.
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Never leave the controls unattended while
in operation. Be sure machine is not
capable of operation when left unattended.
Remove key and disconnect battery, if
necessary.
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DO NOT OPERATE THE ENGINE AT
AN ANGLE GREATER THAN 25° OR
SEVERE ENGINE DAMAGE WILL
OCCUR.
PROPER ENGINE OIL
LEVEL MUST BE MAINTAINED TO
ACHIEVE MAXIMUM ANGLE OF
OPERATION OF 25°. (See Engine
Owner’s Manual for proper oil level.)
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Gasoline, diesel fuel and their vapors
are highly flammable and explosive.
Handle with care . Only use approved
(red) fuel containers for storage.
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Do not store machine with fuel inside
tank or fuel containers near any open
flames, sparks, or other sources of
ignition.
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Do not store equipment with fuel in the
tank for long periods.
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Battery fumes are explosive. Recharge
battery in an open area away from fire,
sparks, or other sources of ignition.
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Use caution in extreme cold! Frozen
battery will explode! Allow battery to
thaw in heated area away from fire or
sparks.
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Battery acid can cause severe burns.
Keep away from eyes, skin, and
clothing.
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Remove battery before welding on
equipment.
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If operating chipper uncoupled from
tow vehicle, the tires and tongue must
be blocked. Use but do not depend on
jack stands to hold machine steady.
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Always store tools safely away from
moving machine parts, especially the
feed intake wheels.
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There should be no obstacles in the
path of operation behind the chipper or
around the chipper to allow trip free
movement of all personnel.
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Keep unauthorized persons away from
the chipper operation area.
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Do not operate chipper in dim lit, dark, or
concealed areas. Do not operate or run
machine or engine in enclosed area due to
carbon monoxide poisoning hazard.
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Keep machine clean and clear of debris to
eliminate fire hazard. It is especially
important to clean any oil or fuel spills to
prevent the danger of fire.
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Keep safety and instructional decals clean and
replace any that are damaged, difficult to read,
or missing. Decals may be purchased from J.
P. Carlton or an authorized dealer.
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Remove all foreign objects from the chipper
before starting, i.e. jackets, gloves, tools, etc.