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4�6 MACHINE SET-UP
Follow this procedure to prepare and set-up the machine at the work site: the pre-operation checklist has
been completed, the BXMC34 is fuelled, and the operator is wearing personal protection equipment (
PPE).
1.
Position the chipper / shredder at the work site
close to the brush pile.
2.
Ensure that the machine is resting on the ground
and is level and stable, and the work area is
free of debris.
3.
If the BXMC34BEU is attached to a lawn tractor,
ensure the brakes are applied and wheels are
chocked.
4.
Ensure the feed hoppers are free of debris.(to
prevent jamming at start up)
5.
BXMC34BEU: Aim the deflector as required,
away from people or animals.
6.
BXMC34SEU: Install the appropriate shredder
screen (optional screens available) Position
the machine.
IMPORTANT
Position the machine so the
prevailing wind/breeze blows the
exhaust gases/fumes away from
the operator's station.
Notice
The chipper /shredder must be resting
on the level and stable ground dur
-
ing operation, using the chipper while
on uneven ground is dangerous and
may result in injury or damage to the
machine.
4�5�4 DRIVE ENGAGE HANDLE:
The drive engage handle activates the drive
system used to start the rotor turning for chipping /
shredding. A reliable brake / clutch system controls
power from the engine to the rotor.
1� Drive Position
:
move the lever fully toward
the rotor housing to release the clutch brake
and drive the rotor. In this position, the
handle also prevents opening of the upper
rotor housing while the rotor is rotating.
2� Stop Position:
move the lever fully away
from the rotor housing to apply the brake
clutch and stop the rotor.
Rotor
Housing
Move lever towards
the rotor housing:
Clutch Engaged
Brake Disengaged
Move lever away from
the rotor housing:
Clutch Disengaged
Brake Engaged
Caution:
The control lever
must be moved fully away
from the rotor housing and the
clutch brake engaged and engine shut
off before the rotor housing can be
opened.
Z94446
Drive Engage
Instruction Label
