SAFETY POWERTEK
SAFETY RULES
DO’S
DO
make sure that anyone who operates this chipper
reads and understands all operating instructions as to its
proper use and operation as well as all safety
instructions.
DO
block the tires of chipper before using. DO check
engine oil level before starting. DO wipe up spilled fuel
right away from the engine and chipper before starting.
DO
make sure there are no obstructions in the in feed
chute before starting the engine.
DO
make sure all bolts, nuts and parts are tight before
starting.
DO
make sure the discharge chute and deflector shield
are properly adjusted to dispatch chips in a safe
direction, away from pedestrians, animals, homes or
other property that could be injured or damaged.
DO
keep children and pets away from the work area
while you are operating the chipper.
DO
take care when chipping dead or frozen wood in
order to avoid kickback.
DO
make sure that all safety decals are read and
understood before operating the chipper.
DO
survey work area for any potential dangers for the
operators of equipment.
SAFETY GEAR
DO
wear appropriate safety clothing. It is crucial to
protect the operator from serious injury.
DO
wear eye protection (safety glasses or helmet with
safety face shield.)
DO
wear hearing protection. (Ear plugs or muffs.)
DO
wear gloves, heavy work shoes, and protective
clothes.
DO NOT’S
DO NOT
operate the chipper alone.
DO NOT
allow
children to operate the chipper.
DO NOT
use your feet or hands to force material into
the feed chute. Use a push stick to push smaller or stuck
branches into chute.
DO NOT
ride or allow anyone else to ride on or in the
chipper.
DO NOT
override any safety devices that have been
factory installed.
DO NOT
operate chipper with upper chamber open.
DO NOT
attempt to clear any debris from any chute or
chamber while the chipper is running. Disconnect spark
plug wires and remove the key before any clean out is
attempted.
DO NOT
smoke or use any type flame or spark near the
chipper. Always refuel the engine in an open area and
with the engine shut off or the fuel may explode causing
serious injury or property damage.
DO NOT
use the chipper under the influence of alcohol
or drugs or you may cause serious injury to yourself or
someone else.
DO NOT
for any reason, reach into feed area or
chamber while chipper is running or serious injury or
death can result.
DO NOT
wear loose clothing that may become
entangled in brush or machinery or serious injury or
death may occur.
DO NOT
wear any strings on clothing that may become
entangled in brush or machinery or serious injury or
death may occur.
DO NOT
wear any jewelry that may become entangled
in the brush or machinery or serious injury or death may
occur.
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