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• Do not allow an accumulation of processed material
to build up in the discharge area as this will prevent
proper discharge.
• When feeding material into the chipper, do not stand
with your face or body directly in front of the chipper
chute. Stand to one side. Material being feed may
bounce back out of the chute and cause personal
injury.
• If the cutting mechanism strikes a foreign object or if
your machine should start making an unusual noise
or vibration, immediately stop the engine, wait for
impeller to come to a complete stop, and disconnect
the spark plug wire and ground against the engine.
Follow steps listed below:
• Inspect for damage.
• Repair or replace any damaged parts prior to
continuing operation.
• Check for any loose parts and tighten to assure
continued safe operation.
• Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a
burn. Do not touch.
• Only use parts and accessories made for this
machine by the manufacturer. Failure to do so, can
result in personal injury.
• If situations occur which are not covered in this
manual, use care and good judgment. Contact your
dealer for assistance. Telephone 1-800-800-7310 for
the name of your nearest dealer.
CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the
presence of children. Children are often attracted to the
chipping and vacuum activity. They do not understand the
dangers. Never assume that children will remain where you
last saw them.
• Keep children out of the work area and under the
watchful care of a responsible adult other than the
operator.
• Be alert and turn the machine off if a child enters the
area.
• Before and while moving backwards, look behind and
down for small children.
• Use extreme care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure your
vision of a child who may run into the machine.
• Keep children away from hot or running engines.
They can suffer burns from a hot muffler.
• Never allow children under age 16 to operate this
machine. Children 16 years of age and over should
read and understand the operation instructions and
safety rules in this manual and should be trained and
supervised by an adult.
SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE:
To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme
care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable
and the vapors are explosive. Serious personal injury can
occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes
which can ignite. Wash your skin and change clothes
immediately.
• Use only an approved gasoline container.
• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other
sources of ignition.
• Never fuel machine indoors because flammable
vapors will accumulate in the area.
• Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is
running. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes
before refueling.
• Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than 1/2
inch below bottom of filler neck to provide space for
fuel expansion.
• Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.
• If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and
equipment. Move unit to another area. Wait 5 minutes
before starting the engine.
• Never store the machine or fuel container inside
where there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light as
on a gas water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes
dryer or other gas appliances.
• To reduce fire hazard, keep the machine free of
grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or
fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris.
• Allow machine to cool at least 5 minutes before
storing.
GENERAL SERVICE
• Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated
area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an
odorless and deadly gas.
• Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make
certain the impeller and all moving parts have
stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground
against the engine to prevent unintended starting.
• Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operation regularly.
• After striking a foreign object, immediately stop the
engine, disconnect the spark plug wire and ground
against the engine. Thoroughly inspect the machine
for any damage. Repair the damage before starting
and operating.
• Do not change the engine governor setting or
overspeed the engine.
• Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
necessary.
