2 INCH CHIPPER/SHREDDER
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Section
OPERATION
As with any other piece of outdoor power equipment, get-
ting the feel for how your machine operates and getting to
know the best techniques for particular jobs are important
to overall good performance.
CHIPPING OPERATION
Feed materials to be chipped into the smaller, side chute.
Chipping materials should be no larger than 2" in diam-
eter. The material is sliced into small chips and propelled
out through a discharge screen.
SHREDDING OPERATION
Feed material to be shredded into the larger, top chute.
Shredding materials should be no larger than 3/4" inch
in diameter. The material is shredded, and propelled out
through the discharge chute onto the ground.
Move the machine to a clear, level area outdoors before
starting. Do not operate in the vicinity of bystanders. Make
sure the cutting chamber is empty before starting.
1. Check engine oil level before starting.
2. Turn the fuel shut-off valve to the ON position.
3. Move the choke control lever to the CHOKE position.
4. Move the throttle control lever to the FAST position.
5. Pull the recoil starter until the engine starts. Make sure
the starting cord retracts.
6. For a Cold Engine:
Gradually return the choke
control to the
off
position after the engine starts and
warms up. The machine may be operated during the
warm up period, but it may be necessary to leave
the choke partially on until the engine warms up.
For a Warm Engine:
Return choke to the
off
position
as soon as engine starts.
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1. Move the throttle control lever to SLOW position.
2. Allow the engine to run at idle for 30-60 seconds.
3. Stop the engine by moving the throttle to the STOP
position.
4. Turn the fuel shut-off valve to the OFF position.
5. Allow machine to come to a complete stop.
4.2 STOPPING THE MACHINE
4.1 STARTING THE MACHINE
WARNING
Before operating your machine, be sure you read and
understand all safety, controls and operating instruc-
tions in this Owner/Operators manual and on your ma-
chine. Failure to follow these instructions can result in
serious injury or property damage.
WARNING
Figure. 4.1, Choke control lever and Fuel shut-off valve
Move machine to a clear, level area outdoors before
starting. Do not operate in the vicinity of bystanders.
Make sure cutting chamber is empty before starting.
WARNING
