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General Safety
Operating this DR PRO-XL CHIPPER-SHREDDER safely is necessary to prevent or minimize the risk of death or serious injury.
Unsafe operation can create a number of hazards for you. Always take the following precautions when operating this machine:
Your DR PRO-XL CHIPPER-SHREDDER is a powerful tool, not a plaything. Exercise extreme caution at all times. The
machine is designed to chip wood and shred most organic materials. Do not use it for any other purpose.
Thoroughly inspect the area in which you will be working and remove all foreign objects. Look for rope, wire, etc., and remove
these objects before chipping/shredding. Inserting these objects into the DR PRO-XL CHIPPER-SHREDDER Hopper could
damage the machine and/or cause injury.
Know how to stop the DR PRO-XL CHIPPER-SHREDDER quickly by turning the key to the “OFF” position (refer to chapter 3).
Never operate your unit on a slippery, wet, muddy, or icy surface. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
See manufacturer’s instructions for proper operation and installation of accessories. Only use accessories approved by DR
Power Equipment.
Never use the machine without ensuring that all guards and shields are in place.
Never use the machine with the Hopper(s) removed.
Keep your face and body back from the DR PRO-XL CHIPPER-SHREDDER Hopper(s) to avoid accidental bounce back of any
material.
Do not allow an accumulation of processed material to build up in the discharge area as this will prevent proper discharge
and can result in kickback from the DR PRO-XL CHIPPER-SHREDDER Hopper(s).
Allow only one person to operate the DR PRO-XL CHIPPER-SHREDDER at any time.
Always operate the machine from the Operator Zone (see
Figure 11
on page 15). Never pass or stand on the discharge side
of the machine when the Engine is running, or the Rotor is turning.
If the machine should start making an unusual noise or vibration, shut down the Engine, disconnect the Spark Plug Wire,
keeping it away from the Spark Plug to prevent accidental starting, wait 5 minutes, then inspect for damage. Vibration is
generally a warning of trouble. Check for damaged parts and clean, repair, and/or replace as necessary.
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.
Never try to pick up, move, or transport the machine while the Engine is running, or the Rotor is turning.
Before performing any maintenance or inspection procedure on the DR PRO-XL CHIPPER-SHREDDER, shut the Engine OFF,
remove the Spark Plug Wire, and keep it away from the Spark Plug.
Never allow people who do not understand and/or have not read this Safety and Operating Instructions Manual to use the DR
PRO-XL CHIPPER-SHREDDER. Allow only responsible individuals who are familiar with these rules of safe operation to use
your machine.
Never overload or attempt to Chip or Shred material beyond the manufacturer’s recommendation. Personal injury or damage
to the machine could result.
While using the DR PRO-XL CHIPPER-SHREDDER, don't hurry or take things for granted. When in doubt about the
equipment or your surroundings, stop the machine and take the time to look things over.
Never operate the machine when under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
Use the machine only in daylight.
Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
Keep all nuts and bolts tight and keep the equipment in good operating condition.
