Controls and Features
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WARNING:
Be familiar with all controls and their
proper operation. Know how to stop the machine
and disengage them quickly.
Drive Control
The drive control is located on the upper handle assembly.
Squeezing the drive control against the upper handle engages
the rear wheels. Release the drive control to slow down or stop
wheel drive. See Figure 4-1.
Chipper Chute
Allows twigs and small branches up to 3” in diameter to be fed
into the impeller for chipping.
Nozzle Door Adjustment Levers
The nozzle adjustment levers are located on each side of the
nozzle door. They are used to adjust nozzle door for ground
clearance that will provide the best performance for the
operating conditions. See Fig. 4-1.
Figure 4-1
Vacuum/Chipper Bag
Collects shredded or chipped material fed through the chipper
chute or vacuumed up through the nozzle.
Caster Locks
The caster locks are located on top of each front caster wheel.
Refer to the Assembly & Set-Up Section to position wheel locks.
WARNING:
Always wear safety glasses during
operation or while performing any adjustments or
repairs. Thrown objects which ricochet can cause
serious injury to the eyes.
Engine Controls
See the separate engine manual for the location and function of
the controls on the engine.
Nozzle Door
Adjustment Leve
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Chipper Chut
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Caster Lock
Driv
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Va
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Chipper
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