Before use checklist
Ensure that you carry out all procedures below before starting the engine or operating the
equipment. Failure to follow the checklist and carry out the procedures correctly may void
your warranty. Refer to engine owners manual.
Check Cutting Blades
The cutting system features a rotating drum that has 2 blades. For safe and correct operation, the
clearance between the fixed Anvil (Blade) and rotor blades must be between 0.5mm - 0.8mm and
all blade fasteners must be tight.
After the first hour of use, re-check the blades.
Engine Oil
The Honda GX390 engine on this chipper requires 10W-30 engine oil. Severe or irrepairable
damage may occur if the engine is allowed to run without engine oil. The engine oil level should be
checked before each use. Ensure that the oil level is at or just under the maximum level indicator.
Refer to engine owners manual.
Fuel
The chipper uses regular unleaded fuel.
To fill or top up the fuel:
1.
Ensure that it is not running /hot, please refer to the general fuel safety
2.Place the machine in an upright position on a flat and level surface.
3.Clean the machine around the fuel filler so that no dirt or other material enters the engine when
the cap is removed.
4.Using a funnel, carefully fill the tank with fuel. Do not fill above the top of the fuel strainer.
5.Wipe away any residual fuel from the machine. If fuel has been spilt, move the machine away
from the spillage before starting the engine.
Engine starting and stopping
Before starting the engine, ensure that you have followed all procedures described above
Major engine controls are identified on the machine by stickers or other markings. To start the
engine:
1.
FUEL:
Place the fuel tap in the “ON” position. If necessary, “prime” the fuel system by gently
pulling the starter cord 4 to 8 times. Priming is required when starting the engine for the first time
or after the machine has used all fuel and the carburettor is now “dry”.
2.
CHOKE and THROTTLE:
If the engine is cold, place the choke in the “COLD” or “START”
position. If the engine is warm or the ambient temperature is high, place the choke in the “HOT” or
“RUN” position. Place the throttle control in the “Hare” or fast position.
3.
IGNITION:
Place the engine ON/OFF switch in the “ON” position. Ensure that the emergency
stop button is not engaged.
4.
START:
Slowly pull out the starter cord until you feel it engage with the engine, then pull it out
rapidly. The engine should start. Allow the starter cord to rewind slowly – do not let it “snap” back.
5.
WARM-UP:
It is good practice to allow the engine to warm-up and run smoothly before
chipping
If the engine does not start, repeat step 4. If the engine fails to start after several attempts, refer to
Troubleshooting. To top the engine place the engine ON/OFF switch in the “OFF” position or press
the emergency engine stop button. If the engine is stopped using the emergency stop button, reset
the button by rotating it in an anti clockwise direction right until it “pops” up. The button must be
reset in order to start the engine again.
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