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Raptor 900 Compact Wood Chipper/Shredder 

 

E&OE 

©2018 Michigan USA 

Safety Symbols 

The product may have safety warning labels attached to it, explained below. Understand the symbols on 

your product and their meanings. If any stickers become unreadable, unattached etc, replace them. 

 

 

 

 

Flammable Material Hazard

 

Flammable liquids, gases or 

substances etc may present. 

Avoid ignition sources and 

open flames. Danger of fire. 

Read User Manual

  

Read and fully understand 

product safety warnings, 

operation, procedures etc 

before using the product. 

Use Hand Protection

 

Wear appropriate hand 

protection and take due care 

as the product or use of the 

product may present hand 

hazards. 

Carbon-Monoxide Hazard 

Do not use the product in 

confined areas or without 

adequate ventilation. Carbon-

monoxide poisoning can be 

fatal. 

 

 

 

 

Electrocution / Electrical 

Shock Hazard

 

High voltage or high current 

electricity may be present or 

required by the product. Take 

due care when handling 

electrical products, cables, 

plugs and leads. Electrical 

shock can be fatal.  

Toxic Fumes / Dust Hazard

  

Using the product or by-

products from use may 

produce fumes, smoke or 

particles that could be harmful 

if inhaled. Wear appropriate 

breathing protection and have 

adequate ventilation. 

Explosive Material Hazard 

Combustible liquids, gases or 

substances etc may be 

present. Avoid ignition sources 

and open flames. Danger of 

explosion. 

Cutting / Amputation Hazard 

The product may have blades, 

edges or mechanical devices 

that can cause severe cut 

injury to fingers, limbs etc. 

Take due care when handling 

and using the product. 

 

 

 

 

Crush 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 product must be operated 

by a single person only. More 

than one person operating the 

product may introduce 

additional hazards. 

Use Face Protection

 

Wear appropriate full-face 

protection and take due care 

as the product or use of the 

product may present face and 

eye hazards. 

Use Foot Protection

 

Wear appropriate foot 

protection and take due care 

as the product or use of the 

product may present foot 

hazards. 

 

 

 

 

Use Eye / Ear / Head 

Protection

 

Wear appropriate eye and / or 

ear and / or head protection 

and take due care as the 

product or use of the product 

may present eye, hearing and 

head hazards.

 

Running Hazard 

Do not run on or near the 

product as doing so may 

present a fall hazard. 

Diving Hazard 

Do not dive into the product as 

doing so may present a neck / 

head injury hazard.

 

Adult Supervision Required 

Always supervise children and 

other users of a product to 

prevent drowning or injury.

 

 

 

 

 

Skin Penetration / Puncture 

Hazard 

The product may produce 

pressure, emit liquids or 

objects that can cause severe 

injury to fingers, limbs, blood 

etc. Take due care when 

handling and using the 

product.

 

Hot Surface Hazard

 

Be aware that the product may 

produce high temperatures 

and hot surfaces that can 

cause burn injuries. 

Flying Debris Hazard 

Be aware that the product or 

use of the product may 

present hazards produced by 

flying debris. Wear appropriate 

clothing and protectiove 

devices. 

Moving Parts Hazard 

Be aware that the product 

contains or uses mechanical 

devices that move or rotate. 

Always wait for moving parts 

to stop fully before handling 

the product, adjusting, 

maintenence etc.

 

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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