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NEVER attempt to perform any maintenance, repairs, or attachment of accessories while the unit is
running. Always shut the unit off, allow the rotor to come to a complete stop, and remove the spark plug
wire from the spark plug before beginning these activities.
ALWAYS make sure that the shredding chamber, shredder hopper, and chipper cone are empty before
starting the unit after it has been idle. Attempting to start the unit with material in these areas could
cause the engine starting cord to stop suddenly, injuring your hand and fingers, or toppling the unit over.
Vibration is generally a warning sign of trouble.
Use only attachments and accessories approved of by the manufacturer of the machine.
Make sure chipper shredder is free of debris before starting the engine.
NEVER
attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running.
After striking a forgein object, stop the engine (motor), remove spark plug wire, and wait for all moving
parts to come to a complete stop. Thorougly inspect the machine for any damage, repair the damage
before restarting and operating the machine.
Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, shut off the engine and make certain that all moving parts have
come to a complete stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire and secure the wire away from the spark plug to
prevent accidental starting.
WARNING:
Engines give off carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless, poison gas. Carbon monoxide
may be present even if you do not smell or see any engine exhaust. Breathing carbon monoxide can
cause nausea, fainting or death, in addition to drowsiness, dizziness and confusion. If you experience
any of these symptoms, seek fresh air and medical attention immediately.
Use an approved fuel container.
NEVER
add fuel to a running engine or hot engine.
Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill fuel tank indoors.
Replace gasoline cap securely and clean up spilled fuel before restarting.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
ALWAYS start and run engine outdoors. Do not start or run engine in an enclosed area, even if doors or
windows are open.
NEVER try to ventilate engine exhaust indoors. Carbon monoxide can reach dangerous levels very
quickly.
NEVER run engine outdoors where exhaust fumes may be pulled into a building.
NEVER run engine outdoors in a poorly ventilated area where the exhaust fumes may be trapped and not
easily taken away. (Examples include: in a large hole or areas where hills surround your working area.)
NEVER
run engine in an enclosed or partially enclosed area. (Examples include: buildings that are
enclosed on one or more sides, under tents, car ports or basements.)
ALWAYS run the engine with the exhaust and muffler pointed in the direction away from the operator.
NEVER point the exhaust muffler towards anyone. People should always be many feet away from the
operation of the engine and its attachments.
DO NOT change the engine governor settings or over-speed the engine.
DO NOT operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION