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BXTR6438
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Train all new personnel and review instruc tions frequently
with existing workers. Only properly trained and physically
able operators should use this equipment.
A person who
has not read and understood all operation and safety
instructions is not qualified to use the machine.
Untrained
operators expose themselves and bystanders to possible
serious injury or death. If elderly people are assisting with
the work, their physical limitations need to be recognized
and accommodated.
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Learn the controls and how to stop the machine quickly in
an emergency.
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If this machine is loaned or rented, it is the machine
owner's responsibility to make certain that every operator:
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reads and understands the owner's manual
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is instructed in safe and proper use of the equipment
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understands and knows how to perform the Safe
Condition procedure
2.7 Being Prepared
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Wear appropriate personal protective equipment. Tie back
long hair, remove jewelry, and avoid loose fitting clothing.
Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause permanent
hearing loss! Wear hearing protection on a full-time basis
when using this machine.
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Keep bystanders at safe distance at least 20 ft (6 m) from
work zone. Mark the zone with safety cones.
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Determine where chips are piled and ensure the location
does not interfere with safe operation of the machine.
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Determine a safe work area location:
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area must be clear of stones, branches or hidden
obstacles that might cause a tripping, hooking or
snagging hazard
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ground should be firm and level
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Be aware of overhead hazards such as branches, cables, or
electrical wires.
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Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.
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Make sure machine is properly adjusted and in good
operating condition.
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Store fuel well away from the material pile.
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Perform the
Pre-operation Checklist
procedure before
starting work (see
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2.8 Operating Safety
Read and obey the safety signs on the machine. Clean
or replace them if they are not legible.
There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-minded
operator who recognizes potential hazards and follows
reasonable safety practices. This machine must be
used with all its safety equipment properly installed to
minimize the chance of accidents.
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When operating this equipment always have at least
two workers present and trained in safe operation of the
machine.
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The operator must be in control of the machine at all times.
The spotter must remain out of the danger zone while the
machine is in operation. Bystanders must remain in the
safe zone.
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Do not overreach into the hopper. Keep proper balance and
footing at all times.
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Feed rollers can cause serious injury or death. Keep hands,
feet and clothing away from the feed roller.
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Never allow anyone to sit on the feed table.
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Do not put metal objects, bottles, cans, rocks, glass or
other foreign material into wood chipper. If such items
happen to get into the chipper, stop machine and turn
engine off. Wait for all moving parts to stop before
removing material. Inspect machine for damaged or loose
parts before resuming work.
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Make sure all guards, deflectors and shields are in place
before starting and operating.
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Read and understand owner's manual before starting.
Review safety instructions annually.
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Personal protective equipment is recommended during
assembly, installation, operation, adjustment, maintaining,
repairing, removal, or moving. Do not allow long hair, loose-
fitting clothing, or jewelry to be around moving parts.
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Do not allow anyone within the work or danger zone during
operation. Ejected wood chips can cause injuries. Keep
children away.
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Never place any part of your body where it would be
in danger if machine movement should occur during
assembly, installation, operation, maintenance, repairing,
unplugging or moving.
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Inspect electrical harness, sensors and con troller to make
sure they are in good condition before operating.
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Before servicing or repairing the machine, place it in a
Safe
Condition
. See
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Do not operate on hillsides or when working area is
cluttered, wet, muddy or icy to prevent slipping and
tripping. Operate only on level ground.
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Position machine so prevailing winds blow engine exhaust
fumes away from operator's station.
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Never use engine-powered machinery indoors. Gas engine
exhaust contains toxic carbon monoxide, which cannot be
smelled or seen. Breathing carbon monoxide can be lethal.
