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2. Starting the Grinder
After you have completed the pre-start checking list and procedures, you are ready to start the
grinder.
The following directions details how to start the engine of your grinder.
Personal Protection
Use approved protective clothing and approved protective equipment
when using the machine.
● Always wear safety glasses with side shields and a full-face shield.
● The use of ear plugs or other hearing protection device is also recom-
mended for persons working within 15-20 feet (5-6.5m) of the running
grinder for longer than a few minutes. Hearing can be damaged from
prolonged, close- range exposure to the type of noise produced by this
grinder.
● Wear long pants to protect legs from sparks, hot engine and flying
debris.
● Never wear jewelry or loose-fitting clothing when starting or operating
the grinder or any mechanical device. Loose or dangling apparel, jewelry
or hair can become entangled in moving parts.
●Neither the machine as a whole nor its internal components are intend-
ed for use in potential explosive atmospheres.
Trim Stump with Saw
Cut or trim the stump preferably to ground level using a power saw.
Clear Area
Dig away the earth and remove any stones near the tree stump or roots
that may interfere with your work.
Working During Daylight
Hours
Only use the machine in daylight or in well-lit conditions. Never operate
the grinder after dark.
Never attempt to use the grinder without proper protective equipment, particularly eye protection and
a full-face shield.
Note: For tighter brake adjustment, turn knob on top of brake lever. (See Maintenance & Repair
sections for instructions).
To start the grinder:
Note: For additional engine starting instructions see your gasoline engine manual.
● Lock handle in the upright position.
● Place stump grinder into position with cutting wheel near the front-top edge of the stump.
● Use brake lever on handle to lock the wheel brake.
● For cold engine, mover choke lever to the CLOSED position. To restart a warm engine, leave choke
lever in OPEN position.
● Turn engine switch to the ON position.
● Grip operator presence bar and handle bar together in left hand.
WARNING:
Stay in the OPERATOR POSITION (Behind the machine) while actuating controls. Never leave grinder
unattended.
WARNING:
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. Heat, sparks and flames can
ignite gasoline vapors, which can become widespread during fueling. A
flash fire ignition and/or explosion could result and cause serious injury
or death. The following conditions could result in gasoline ignition/explo-
sion:
● Gas vapor collection inside enclosures.
● Static electric sparks.
● Sparks from electric wiring, batteries, or running engines.
● Sources of heat (such as a hot engine or exhaust).
● Open flames, including pilot lights.
Inspect Fuel System/-
Check for Leaks
Inspect fuel system & check for leaks BEFORE starting grinder.
Locking Handle Bar
Handle is capable of folding when not in use.
A leaking fuel line no matter how small can be the source of a fire or
explosion when starting or operating the engine.
● Inspect the entire fuel system. Look for: Signs of leaks or deteriora-
tion, chafed or spongy fuel hose, loose connections, loose or missing
fuel hose clamps, damaged gasoline tank, or defective gasoline shut-off
valve.
If grinder is in an enclosed area and you smell gas, DO NOT start
engine! DO NOT light a match. DO NOT flip on an electrical switch.
Exit area immediately leaving doors open and call fire department.
WARNING: Fuel leak hazard
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