BXM32, BXM42
3-point Hitch Chipper-Shredder
Operating Instructions
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7. Operating Instructions
WARNING!
Risk of fi ngers being severed or serious injury
to hands in this area! Keep hands and feet out of
inlet and discharge openings while machine is
operating.
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WARNING!
Never reach into the feed hopper. Doing so risks
hands getting caught. Use a stick or branch to
push in any material that does not move on its
own.
If jammed, stop the engine, wait for the rotor to
stop, then clear the jam.
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CAUTION!
Hearing loss hazard. Prolonged
exposure to loud noise may cause
permanent hearing loss. Use suitable
protection while operating the
machine.
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The operator has the responsibility of being familiar with and
following all operating and safety procedures.
Although this machine is easy to use, each operator should
review this section to get familiar with the detailed safety and
operating procedures.
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Do not reach into rotor or feed hopper openings when
the machine is running. Install and secure access covers
before starting engine.
• Do not move or transport chipper when the rotor is
turning.
•
Keep the working area clean and free of debris to prevent
tripping. Operate only on level ground.
•
Do not point discharge at people, animals or buildings.
Rotor can expel wood chips fast enough to cause injury.
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Be aware of the size and shape of the material, crotchety
branches and logs can move in unpredictable ways and
could cause injuries. Large curved pieces should be cut
to smaller straighter sections.
• Do not work alone, it is safer to work in pairs in case an
emergency arises.
• Never stand, sit or climb onto any part of the chipper
while it is running.
• Place chipper is a Safe Condition
before servicing,
adjusting, repairing or unplugging.
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Do not run machine inside a closed building to prevent
asphyxiation from engine exhaust.
•
Never reach into the feed hopper. Doing so risks hands
getting caught. Use a stick or branch to push in any
material that does not move on its own. If jammed, stop
the engine, wait for the rotor to stop, then clear the jam.
•
Do not send metal, bottles, cans, rocks, glass or other
foreign material into wood chipper. If foreign material
enters chipper, inspect machine for damaged or loose
parts before resuming work.
CAUTION!
Do not risk injury by working in an unsafe
situation. Take steps to make the machine safe to
work on before performing any maintenance or
service procedure.
Follow steps listed to put the machine in a Safe
Condition.
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Safe Condition
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Ensure chipper is resting on the ground.
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Disengage PTO.
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Set parking brake and shut off tractor engine. Remove
ignition key.
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Ensure all components have stopped moving.
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Block and chock tractor wheels.