GENERAL OPERATING SAFETY
1.Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the unit before starting.
2. Locate the Chipper/Shredder on a flat, level, sturdy surface capable of supporting the weight of the Chipper /
Shredder and any additional tools and equipment.
3. Do not attempt to use the machine on a slope or slick surface.
4. Dress appropriately when operating the chipper shredder. Always wear sturdy footwear and safety goggles.Nev-
er wear sandals, sneakers or open shoes, and never operate the chipper shredder with bare feet. Do not wear
loose clothing that might get caught in moving parts.
5. Never place your hands, fingers, feet, or any other part of your body close to the Discharge Opening while the
Chipper/Shredder is in operation.
6 .Do not look into the Hopper, Chipper Chute or Discharge Opening when the machine is running.
7. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the unit. Keep children away from
the equipment, especially while it is operating.
8. Be sure the area is clear of other people before operating. Stop the unit if anyone enters the area.
9. Always maintain secure footing and solid balance while starting or operating the chipper shredder. Never lean
directly over the machine.
10. Operate the machine only in daylight or good artificial light.
11. Do not operate the unit while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
12. Always wear eye and hearing protection when operating this unit.
13. Keep in mind the operator is responsible for accidents occurring to other people or property.
14. Never operate the machine without proper guards, plates, or other safety protective devices in place.
15. Thoroughly inspect where equipment is to be used and remove all foreign objects.
16. Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives, walks or roads. Stay alert for hidden
hazards or traffic.
PRODUCT SPECIFIC SAFETY
DANGER: THE CHIPPER SHREDDER HAS SPINNING BLADES THAT CAN AMPU-
TATE HANDS AND FEET. DO NOT PLACE HANDS OR FEET IN THE HOPPER OR
CHIPPER CONE, OR DISCHARGE CHUTE.
WARNING: THIS UNIT DISCHARGES DEBRIS AT HIGH SPEEDS. ALWAYS WEAR
PROTECTIVE GOGGLES AND DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT THE DEBRIS BAG IN
PLACE.
Do not allow anyone in the area while the unit is running. If someone does enter the area, shut the unit off immedi-
ately until they leave. Organize the work area prior to starting work.
1. Do not operate without the debris bag in place because this unit discharges debris at high speeds. If the unit is
operated on hard ground, asphalt, concrete, or other hard surfaces without the collection bag in place. Material-
can ricochet off of the hard surface and cause an unsafe condition for users and bystanders.
2. Never leave the machine running unattended. Always turn off the engine, wait for the rotor to come to a com-
plete stop, and disconnect the spark plug before leaving the area. Always move the unit to a safe storage area
when not in use.
3. Never direct discharge material toward anyone. Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Material
may ricochet back toward the operator.
4. Always stand to the side of the chipper cone when feeding tree limbs and branches into the unit, as tree limbs,
branches, and harder woods may kick back while being chipped.
5. Always keep hands out of the chipper cone and shredder hopper when feeding materials. Never wrap fingers
tightly around branches as you are feeding them into the unit, as a sudden inward surge could pull your hands
and arms into the unit.
6. Never allow material to build up in the discharge area or shredding chamber, as this may cause new material
being fed into the machine to kickback with sufficient force to injure you or other bystanders.
7. Never allow material to build up around the engine during chipper shredder operation. This could result in a
fire,or overheating of the engine.
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