Minuteman CV-9408BSP, Operation & Care

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OPERATION AND SAFETY
1. Read this Owner/Operator Manual and the separate Engine Owner’s Manual carefully before
operating this equipment. Be completely familiar with the controls and the proper use of this
equipment.
2. Never allow children or untrained adults to operate this equipment.
3. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small
children, and pets. Keep bystanders at least 25 feet away from
the area of operation.
4. Familiarize yourself with all of the safety and operating decals on this equipment and on any of its
attachments or accessories.
5. Do not run engine in an enclosed area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas, a deadly
poison that is odorless, colorless, and tasteless. Do not operate this equipment near buildings,
windows, or air conditioners.
6. Do not allow hands or any other part of body or clothing inside the vacuum inlet,
chipper chute, discharge deflector, or near any moving part. Cutting blades begin
to rotate when engine starts and slow down gradually after engine is shut off.
7. Before starting this equipment, make certain that the chipper chute, vacuum inlet,
and discharge deflector are empty. Disconnect spark plug wire before making these checks.
8. Never carry passengers on this equipment. They could fall and be seriously injured, or they could
interfere with safe operation.
9. Do not allow hands or any other part of the body or clothing inside the vacuum inlet, chipper
chute, discharge deflector, or near any moving part.
10. When vacuuming or chipping, be extremely careful that pieces of metal, rocks, bottles, cans, or
other foreign objects are not included.
11. Before vacuuming, inspect the area where the equipment is to be.
12. If equipment strikes any foreign object or starts making an unusual noise or vibration, immediately
shut off engine, disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and allow all moving parts to come to
a complete stop. Then take the following steps:
a. Inspect for damage.
b. Replace or repair any damaged parts.
c. Check for and tighten any loose parts.
13. If equipment jams or becomes clogged, immediately shut off engine, disconnect spark plug wire
from spark plug, and allow all moving parts to come to a complete stop. Use only a wooden stick
to clear away debris.
14. Before changing vacuuming attachments or screens, or before adjusting fan cover, shut off engine,
disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug, and allow all moving parts to come to a complete
stop.
15. Keep all guards, covers, and deflectors in place and in good working condition.
16. Do not operate the equipment unless the chipper chute and the fan cover assembly are securely
installed.
17. Always stand clear of discharge area when operating equipment without collection bag installed.
Material exits at high speed from the discharge deflector.