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5. Operating Instructions
Although the Trailer Wood Chipper is easy to use, each operator
should review this section to become familiar with safety and
operating procedures.
5.1 Before Operation
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Each operator must be trained and familiar with the set up
and operation of the Wood Chipper and its components.
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Review the machine components (see page 18)
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Review the Pre-operation Checks.
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Review operation and function of the controls page 20.
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Survey the work site, move to a clear, level work area and
position at the work site. Do not start the chipper until it is
in position.
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Each person must wear appropriate PPE whenever
operating the chipper or working in the vicinity. This
equipment is designed to prevent injury to any personnel in
the area. This list includes but is not limited to:
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Safety shoes with slip resistant soles.
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Safety goggles or face shield.
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Hearing protection.
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Heavy or leather gloves.
5.1.1 Safety Rules
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Please remember it is important that you read the
operator's manual and heed the safety signs on the Trailer
Wood Chipper. They are there for your safety, as well as the
safety of others. The safe use of this machine is strictly up
to you, the operator.
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Personal protection equipment including hearing protection,
hard hat, safety glasses, safety shoes, and gloves are
recommended during assembly, installation, operation,
adjustment, maintaining, or repairing. Do not allow long
hair, loose-fitting clothing, or jewelry to be around moving
parts.
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Turn machine off, stop and disable engine, remove ignition
key and place in your pocket, set park brake and wait for all
moving parts to stop before servicing, adjusting, repairing
or unplugging.
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Do not run machine inside a closed building to prevent
asphyxiation from engine exhaust.
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Use care when feeding material into chipper. Do not send
metal, bottles, cans, rocks, glass or other foreign material
into wood chipper. If foreign material enters chipper,
stop machine, turn engine off and place ignition key in
your pocket and wait for all moving parts to stop before
removing material and/or unplugging. Inspect machine for
damaged or loose parts before resuming work.
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Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs which can hinder
alertness or coordination while operating this equipment.
Consult your doctor about operating this machine while
taking prescription medications.
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Do not allow riders on this machine at any time. There is no
safe place for any riders.
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Never allow children or unauthorized people to operate or
be around this machine.
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Do not reach into feed rollers or feed hopper when the
engine is running. Inspect and secure all access covers
before starting engine.
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When operating this equipment always have at least 2
operators present and trained in safe operation of the
machine. All operators must be completely familiar with all
components of the machine and their function.
Never work
alone!
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Keep hydraulic lines and fittings tight, in good condition and
free of leaks.
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Keep the working area clean and free of debris to prevent
tripping. Operate only on level ground.
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Do not point discharge at people, animals or buildings.
Rotor can expel wood chips fast enough to cause injury.
