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Raptor 900 Compact Wood Chipper/Shredder 

 

E&OE 

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Engine Starting and Stopping 

Starting Petrol Engines 

1. 

FUEL

 – Place the 

fuel tap (

A

) in the 

"ON" position (to 

the right). 

2. 

CHOKE

 – If the 

engine is cold, 

place the choke (

B

in the "COLD" 

position (to the left). 

If the engine is 

warm or ambient 

temperature is high, 

place in the "HOT" 

position (to the 

right). 

3. 

IGNITION

 – Place 

the engine ON/OFF 

switch (

C

) or key 

switch (if equipped) 

in the "ON" ("

I

") 

position. For key 

switches, the "OFF" 

position allows the key to be 

removed. The "ON" position is 

reached when the key is rotated 

to the right from the "OFF" position. 

4. 

THROTTLE

 – Place the throttle control 

(

D

) just off the "SLOW" position. 

5. 

START

 – Slowly pull out the starter cord (

E

) until you feel it engage with the engine, then pull it out 

rapidly (use both hands if necessary).  The engine should start. Allow the starter cord to rewind slowly – 

do not let it "snap" back. 

6. 

WARM-UP

 – Allow the engine to warm-up and run smoothly. If choke is being applied, place the choke 

(

B

) in the "HOT" position.

 

 

7. 

THROTTLE

 – Adjust the throttle control (

D

) for the required engine 

speed. 

If the engine does not start, repeat step 5 onward. If the engine fails to 

start after several attempts, refer to 

Troubleshooting

.  

Stopping the Engine 

1.  Place the throttle control in the "SLOW" position. For diesels, loosen the throttle control – it should 

automatically return to the engine OFF position (up). 

2.  If equipped, place the engine ON/OFF switch in the "OFF" position. 
3.  If equipped, place the fuel tap in the "OFF" position. 

Video Tutorial: 

Starting Petrol Engines

 

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Summary of Contents for Raptor 900

Page 1: ...THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Products covered by this manual may vary in appearance assembly inclusions specifications description and packaging The engine is NOT supplied with engine oil althoug...

Page 2: ...ive equipment Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery which can be caught in moving parts Keep hair and clothing away from the equipment Stay alert and use common sense when operating the equipment Do...

Page 3: ...d disconnecting the electrical cord Do NOT use equipment that has exposed wiring damaged switches covers or guards Do NOT use electrical equipment in wet conditions or in damp locations Do NOT use ele...

Page 4: ...sh Hazard The product may have blades edges or mechanical devices that can cause severe crush injury to fingers limbs etc Take due care when handling and using the product Single Operator Only The pro...

Page 5: ...ectrical supply before handling the product adjusting maintenence etc Power Line Electrocution Hazard High voltage high current power lines may be present Use extreme caution to avoid contact or inter...

Page 6: ...rfaces only Never leave the machine unattended when it is running Do not allow processed material to build up in the discharge area This may prevent proper discharge and can result in material being e...

Page 7: ...Starting Petrol Engines 11 Stopping the Engine 11 Environmental Considerations 12 Operation 13 Maintenance 14 Maintenance Schedule Petrol Engines Machines 15 Engine Oil 16 Air Filter 18 Inspection an...

Page 8: ...I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G...

Page 9: ...A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M...

Page 10: ...M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N...

Page 11: ...G A N G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I...

Page 12: ...H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H...

Page 13: ...I C H I G A N G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M...

Page 14: ...seats Inspection of the following items is required Piston for cracks and stress fractures Bore for wear requiring reconditioning Full machine for broken worn or loose parts Failure to follow the main...

Page 15: ...I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N G A N M I C H...

Page 16: ...vel is reached 5 When finished re install rotate right the oil filler cap until firm Wipe off any residual oil from the machine A B C D D I G A N M H I G A N M I C H I G A N G A N M I C H I G A N M I...

Page 17: ...N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C...

Page 18: ...N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A...

Page 19: ...M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A...

Page 20: ...G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A A N M I C H I...

Page 21: ...M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C...

Page 22: ...the engine or prevent starting if a low engine oil level is detected Engine starts but does not idle Possible Fault Action Blocked air filter Perform an air filter service Idle speed requires adjustm...

Page 23: ...G A N A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H...

Page 24: ...N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I...

Page 25: ...I C H I G A A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N M I C H I G A N N M I C H I G A N M I C...

Page 26: ...require more frequent inspections servicing Ensure that all users of the product have completed a suitable industry recognised training course before being allowed access to the product If this produc...

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