Chipping/Shredding
Understand and follow all of the safety precautions listed in
SECTION 1: SAFETY
before
operation.
This chipper/shredder is intended for mulching garden and pruning waste such as green
branches, twigs, brush, vines, and long grasses. DO NOT use this chipper/shredder for
chipping construction debris, plastic, paper products, rope or twine, or any material that
may contain metal.
Note: Remove any nails, rope, twine, or rocks that may be imbedded in roots, before
inserting material into the chipper/shredder.
To operate the chipper/shredder:
1. Place the chipper/shredder on a flat, firm, dirt or grass surface and point the outlet in
a safe direction.
2. Check the oil and gas levels before starting the motor.
3. Place the bag over the chute and tie it securely in place.
4. Make sure the hopper and funnel are empty before starting the engine. If there is
material in the hopper or funnel, the pull start cord may stop suddenly causing the
chipper/shredder to fall over, or causing injury to your hand or arm.
5. Put on eye and ear protection, and gloves, start the chipper/shredder as instructed in
the manual, then set the throttle to fast.
6. Stand to the side of the hopper and make sure you have a stable stance and firm
footing.
To start the chipper/shredder:
Turn the fuel lever to the ON position (
Pic.8
) (8.1).
Set the choke lever to the ON position (
Pic.9
) (9.1).
