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Summary of Important Safety Information
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Hot exhaust - fires. Exhaust from engine can be extremely hot and cause fire. Position muffler at least 7ft. from
combustible objects during operation.
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Spark Arrestor. Equip engine with a spark arrestor if chipper/shredder will be used near any ignitable forest, brush
or grassy land. Make sure you comply with applicable local, state and federal codes.
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Fire extinguisher. Keep a fire extinguisher rated ―ABC‖ by the National Fire Protection Association nearby. Keep
it properly charged and be familiar with its use.
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Passengers. Never carry passengers or allow people to sit on the chipper/shredder while it is running or being
transported.
Personal Protective Equipment
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Eye protection. Wear ANSI-approved eye protection when operating the chipper/shredder.
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Hearing protection. The use of ear plugs or other hearing protection device is recommended for those in close
proximity to the chipper/shredder while it is operating.
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Head protection . Wear a hard hat to protect your head from material that may be kicked out of the machine.
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Hand protection. Wear snug-fitting gloves. Do not wear gloves with loose cuffs.
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Loose / dangling. Loose or dangling apparel, jewelry or hair can become entangled in moving parts. Never wear
jewelry or loose-fitting clothing when operating the chipper/shredder.
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Long pants. Wear long, heavy-duty pants to protect legs from ejected materials.
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Sturdy Shoes. Wear sturdy, non-slip shoes to help you keep a firm footing on the ground and reduce the risk of
slipping and falling into the chipper/shredder. Do not use the machine while barefoot or wearing open sandals.
Gasoline Safety
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Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. Use
extreme care when handling gasoline:
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Fuel outdoors. Fill fuel tank outdoors – never indoors. Gasoline vapors can ignite if they collect inside an
enclosure. Explosion can result.
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Use approved container. Never pump fuel directly into engine at gas station. Static charge can build and ignite
fuel. Use an UL approved fuel container to transfer gas to the engine.
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Running / hot engine. A running engine is hot enough to ignite fuel. Never add fuel or remove gas cap if engine is
running or still hot. Stop the engine and allow to cool at least five minutes before adding fuel.
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Heat / flames / sparks. Keep sources of heat, flame, or sparks away while adding fuel.
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Don’t overfill. DO NOT overfill the gas tank. Allow at least 1in. of empty space below the fill neck to allow for fuel
expansion.
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Replace cap. Replace gas cap securely before starting engine.
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Spills . Clean up fuel spills immediately. Move chipper/shredder away from spilled fuel on the ground. Wipe fuel off
engine and wait 5 minutes for excess fuel to evaporate before starting engine. Gas soaked rags should be disposed
of properly.
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On skin / clothes. If gasoline is spilled on your skin or clothes, change clothes and wash skin immediately.
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Inspect fuel system. Check fuel system on a regular basis. Look for signs of leaks, deterioration, chafed or spongy
fuel hose, loose or missing fuel hose clamps, damaged fuel tank, or a defective fuel shut-off valve. Do not start
chipper/shredder until needed repairs have been completed.
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Gasoline storage. Store gasoline in a cool, dry place in an UL-approved, tightly sealed container away from
children.
Safety – During Use
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Safety equipment / controls. Always operate the chipper/shredder with all safety covers, guards, and barriers in
place and in good working order, and all controls properly adjusted for safe operation.
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Guard chipper discharge . Never use the machine with the chipper hopper or discharge chutes removed.
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Controls. Stay in the OPERATOR POSITION while actuating controls.
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Know how to stop . Be thoroughly familiar with proper use of the equipment and all chipper/shredder controls.
Know how to stop the chipper/shredder quickly.
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Feeding branches. Never stand directly in front of the hopper opening. Stand to the side of the chipping hopper
when feeding brush into the chipper. Feed material only when chipper is operating at full operating speed.
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Climbing on . Never climb or sit on the chipper/shredder while it is running.