6.4 Engine Operation
CAUTION!
Before starting the engine, review the safety,
operating, and maintenance instructions in the
engine manual.
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6.4.1 Engine Operation Safety
WARNING!
Never smoke or vape while working
with fuel. Fuel vapors can explode
causing injury or death. Keep sparks,
fl ames, and hot components away.
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WARNING!
Never operate the engine indoors. Park the
machine outdoors in a position where the
prevailing winds blow the exhaust away from
you.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO)
that can quickly accumulate to a dangerous
level. Carbon monoxide can cause illness,
unconsciousness, or death.
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WARNING!
Keep fuel away from sparks, open flame, pilot
lights, heat, and any other source of ignition.
Fuel and vapors are extremely flammable and
explosive. Fire or explosion can cause severe
burns, bodily harm, or death.
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Remove the wire from the spark plug before servicing the
engine or equipment to prevent accidental starting.
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Keep the cylinder fins and engine shrouds free of debris to
prevent the engine from overheating.
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Examine the muffler periodically to make sure it is
functioning effectively. Repair or replace a worn or leaking
muffler.
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Use fresh fuel (less than three months old). Stale fuel
creates deposits that cause the carburetor to be clogged
and leak.
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Check the fuel lines and fittings on a regular basis for
cracks or leaks. Replace damaged fuel lines or fittings if
necessary.
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Store fuel away from all wood material.
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Only operate the engine in a location that has good air
flow. Engine exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide (an
odorless gas) that can cause asphyxiation.
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Do not put your hands or feet near moving parts.
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Do not choke the carburetor to stop the engine. Whenever
possible, gradually reduce the engine speed before
stopping.
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Do not tamper with governor springs, governor links or
other parts that may increase the governed speed. Engine
speed is selected by the original equipment manufacturer.
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Do not check for a spark with the spark plug or spark plug
wire removed.
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Do not attempt to start the engine with the spark plug
removed. If the engine floods, set the choke control to
Open
, set the throttle control to
Fast
, and then try starting
the engine again.
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Do not hit the flywheel with a hard object or metal tool. This
can cause the flywheel to shatter during operation. Use the
correct tools to service the engine.
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Do not touch a hot muffler, cylinder, or fins. Contact may
cause burns. Wait for the machine to cool. Use a no-touch
thermometer to measure the temperature.
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Do not operate the engine in any of the following situations:
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With an accumulation of wood chips, dirt, or other
combustible materials in the muffler area.
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In an area where fuel is spilled. Move the machine away
from the spill until the fuel evaporates. Do not create
any sources of ignition in the spill area.
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With the air cleaner or air cleaner cover removed. Doing
this can damage the engine.
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Without a muffler or heat shield. Inspect the muffler and
heat shield periodically. Replace a damaged muffler or
heat shield.
BXMC3409B / BXMC3409B Bundle
Chipper/Shredder
Operating Instructions
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