BXC34
Cart Chipper
Operating Instructions
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Fig. 23 –
Recoil Starter
IMPORTANT! Do not allow the starter grip to snap back
against the engine. Return it gently to prevent damage to the
starter.
6.
Leave the engine operating at low throttle for a few minutes
to allow it to warm up. Gradually push the choke control
lever open (to the left) as the engine warms.
IMPORTANT! Engine should be warmed up before putting to
work.
7.
Once the engine is warmed, increase the throttle setting to
MAX before beginning.
6.10 Stopping the Engine
To stop the engine in an emergency, turn the ignition switch OFF.
Correct fault situation before restarting.
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Fig. 24 –
Ignition Switch
Under normal conditions, use the following procedure:
1.
Stop loading material onto the splitter bed.
2.
Decrease engine speed to MIN.
3.
Turn the ignition switch OFF.
6.11 Engaging Drive
The clutch lever engages / disengages the drive system.
IMPORTANT! Make sure rotor housing and hoppers are
clear before engaging clutch. Engage slowly. Engaging the
drive too quickly may cause the engine to stall.
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Push the lever down to engage the chipper drive system.
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Fig. 25 –
Engaging Drive System
6.12 Chipping Operation
CAUTION!
Risk of injury from ejected wood chips. Chipper
rotor can expel wood chips fast enough to cause
injury or damage.
Direct chute discharge away from work area,
people, animals, and objects.
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WARNING!
Never reach into the feed hopper. Doing so risks
hands getting caught. Use a stick or branch to
push in any material that does not move on its
own.
If jammed, stop the engine, wait for the rotor to
stop, then clear the jam.
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