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6" & 8" Bear Cat Chipper Operators Manual
1.2 BEFORE OPERATING
1. Read this Owner / Operators
manual. Be completely familiar
with the controls and the proper
use of this equipment.
2. Before inspecting or servicing any
part of the machine, wait for all
parts to stop moving. Be aware that
rotating parts slow down gradually
after power is stopped.
3. Keep safety decals clean and leg-
ible. Replace missing or illegible
safety decals.
4. Familiarize yourself with all of the
safety and operating decals on this
equipment and on any of its at-
tachments or accessories.
5. Do not allow children or any per-
son unfamiliar with the use of the
unit to use this machine.
6. Keep the area of operation clear of
all persons, particularly small chil-
dren. Keep bystanders at least
50 feet (15 meters) away from the
area of operation.
1.1 THE SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used in this Owner / Operators Manual and on your machine
to alert you to potential hazards.
Whenever you see this symbol, read and obey the safety message that follows it. Failure to obey
the safety message could result in personal injury, death or property damage.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
S e c t i o n
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Safety
7. Do not run this equipment in an
enclosed area. Do not operate this
equipment in or near buildings,
windows, or air conditioners.
8. If needed, always use an approved
fuel container. Keep open flames,
sparks, smoking materials, and
other sources of combustion away
from fuel.
9. Do not operate this machine if you
are under the influence of alcohol,
medications, or substances that
can affect your vision, balance, and
judgement. Do not operate if tired
or ill. You must be in good health
to operate this machine safely.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION