GENERAL OPERATING RULES POWERTEK
PREPARATION RULE
1.
Always inspect the chipper before and after each
use to ensure safety and optimum performance.
2.
Inspect the tires, safety chains, and towing hitch for
any malfunctions. Fix or replace any parts if found
to be defective.
3.
Check that the running lights and turn signals are
working properly.
4.
Inspect that all decals are legible and in place.
Replace any defective decals.
5.
Inspect the entire chipper for loose nuts and bolts.
Properly tighten if any are found.
6.
Check all chamber bolts, blade bolts and anvil bolts.
Torque to the specified torque as mentioned later in
the manual.
7.
Remove and store flywheel safety pin before starting
the unit.
8.
Grease all required and marked lubrication points.
9.
Check all fluid levels in the engine. Fill if required.
10.
Check all belts for wear, cracking or misalignment.
Replace if required.
11.
Check all belts for proper tension. If loose retighten
to proper tension.
12.
Inspect clutch shoes for wear. Replace if fiber pad is
worn from shoe.
13.
Inspect knives and make sure they are sharp and
properly installed. If there are round edges or nicks
that would not allow the blades to operate properly,
re-sharpen them. If the blades are cracked or
chipped replace them or they could cause serious
injury or property damage. Torque all blade bolts to
the proper torque.
14.
Inspect that all hydraulic hoses are in good working
order and are not cracked, worn, or leaking.
15.
Check that all safety devices and switches are
functioning properly before use.
16.
Always shut chipper engine off, allow flywheel to
stop turning, disconnect the spark plug wires and
remove the key from the engine: before servicing
any part of the chipper.
17.
Always insert safety pin into the flywheel before
replacing or servicing blades and anvils.
18.
Read the manual from cover to cover before using
chipper.
19.
Know the capabilities and limitations of the chipper
before using it.
20.
THINK SAFETY!
TOWING
1.
Before towing, inspect the safety latch on the hitch
coupler to make sure it is closed, latched, and pinned
to prevent premature uncoupling of chipper hitch.
2.
Safety chains should be crossed under the tongue of
the chipper and hooked securely to the frame of the
towing vehicle.
3.
Before towing be sure to rotate jack stand into the
transport position and make sure it is properly
secured.
4.
Make sure that the person who will be towing the
chipper has been properly instructed about local and
state rules of the road and towing procedures.
5.
DO NOT tow chipper faster than 45 MPH or chipper
may tip over when going around corners.
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