
8
SAFETY
YOU
are responsible for the SAFE operation and
maintenance of your Wallenstein 3 Point Hitch
Chipper-Shredder.
YOU
must ensure that you
and anyone else who is going to use, maintain or
work around the 3 Point Hitch Chipper-Shredder
be familiar with the using and maintenance proce-
dures and related
SAFETY
information contained
in this manual. This manual will take you step-by-
step through your working day and alerts you to
all good safety practices that should be used while
using the 3 Point Hitch Chipper-Shredder.
Remember,
YOU
are the key to safety. Good
safety practices not only protect you but also the
people around you. Make these practices a work-
ing part of your safety program. Be certain that
EVERYONE
using this equipment is familiar with
the recommended using and maintenance proce-
dures and follows all the safety precautions. Most
accidents can be prevented. Do not risk injury or
death by ignoring good safety practices.
• 3 Point Hitch Chipper-Shredder owners must
give operating instructions to operators or
employees before allowing them to operate
the machine, and at least annually thereafter.
• The most important safety device on this
equipment is a SAFE operator. It is the op-
erator’s responsibility to read and understand
ALL Safety and Operating instructions in the
manual and to follow these. Most accidents
can be avoided.
• A person who has not read and understood all
using and safety instructions is not qualified
to use the machine. An untrained operator
exposes himself and bystanders to possible
serious injury or death.
• Do not modify the equipment in any way.
Unauthorized modification may impair the
function and/or safety and could affect the life
of the equipment.
• Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!
1. Read and understand the Op-
erator’s Manual and all safety
signs before using, maintaining,
adjusting or cleaning the 3 Point
Hitch Chipper-Shredder.
2. Have a first-aid kit available for
use should the need arise and
know how to use it.
3. Have a fire extinguisher available for
use should the need arise and know
how to use it.
4. Do not allow riders.
5. Wear appropriate
protective gear. This
list includes but is not
limited to:
- A hard hat
- Protective
shoes with slip
resistant soles
- Protective glasses, goggles or face shield
- Heavy gloves
- Wet weather gear
- Hearing Protection
- Respirator or filter mask
6. Install and secure all guards before starting.
7. Wear suitable ear protection for
prolonged exposure to exces-
sive noise.
8. Turn machine off, stop and disable engine,
remove ignition key and place in your pocket,
set park brake and wait for all moving parts to
stop before servicing, adjusting, repairing or
unplugging.
9. Clear the area of people, especially small chil-
dren, before using the unit.
10. Review safety related items annually with all
personnel who will operating or maintaining the
3 Point Hitch Chipper-Shredder.
2.1 GENERAL SAFETY
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