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WOOD CHIPPER | User manual
2.7
Operational safety
1.
It is important that you read and observe the safety decals on the wood chipper. Clean or replace safety decals
that are difficult to read or understand in view of your safety and that of others. You, the user, are responsible
for the safe use of this machine.
2.
Everything with moving parts may represent a hazard. A careful, safety-focused user who recognizes possible
hazards and is committed to safety practices is best. The manufacturer has designed this wood chipper to be
used with all safety facilities installed correctly to limit the chances of accidents occurring to a minimum. Read
this manual to determine whether all safety facilities are present.
3.
Close and fasten the rotor cover before using the machine.
4.
Close and fasten all covers, deflectors and protection covers or guards before starting and using the machine.
5.
Read and understand the manual before starting the machine. Study the safety instructions every year.
6.
Personal protective equipment including a safety helmet, safety goggles, safety
shoes and gloves are recommended when assembling, positioning, using,
changing, maintaining, repairing, removing, cleaning or moving the machine.
Avoid long hair, loose clothing or jewelry in the vicinity of moving parts.
7.
Make sure hydraulic lines and fittings are fixed securely, in good condition and
leak-free.
8.
Keep limbs away from moving parts during the assembly, positioning, using,
maintenance, repairing or moving or when removing obstructions.
9.
Switch off the engine, stop and switch off the engine, take the key out of the
ignition and put it in your pocket, engage the park brake and wait until all
moving parts come to a standstill before performing maintenance, changes or repairs or removing
obstructions.
10. Do not leave the machine running in a closed building to prevent suffocation by exhaust gases.
11. Be careful when you put material in the wood chipper. Do not insert metal, bottles, tins, stones, glass or other
foreign material in the wood chipper. If material that should not be there ends in the wood chipper, you must
stop the machine, switch off the engine, put the ignition key in your pocket and wait until all moving parts have
stopped running before you remove any material and/or obstructions. Check the machine for damage or loose
parts before resuming your work.
12. Never drink alcohol or take medication that may impede your alertness or coordination during the use of this
machine. Consult your general practitioner if you take prescription medication.
13. Do not allow anybody to hitch a ride on the machine. There is no safe place for passengers.
14. Never allow children or unauthorized people to be around the machine or 'work' with it.
15. Never reach into the rotor or the openings of the feed hopper while the engine is running. Position the
protective covers and guards and secure them in place before starting the engine.
16. Keep the workplace clean and free from waste to prevent stumbling. Only work on level ground.
17. Do not point the discharge hopper towards people, animals or buildings. The rotor can eject wood chips so fast
that injury is caused.
18. Do not move or transport the wood chipper while the rotor is turning and the machine is operational.
19. Do not exceed the safe driving speed during transport.
