Owner's Manual
WARNING
D.
Fill the petrol tank outdoors with the engine off and allow the engine to cool completely. Don't
handle
petrol if you or anyone nearby is smoking, or if you're near anything that could cause it to
ignite or
explode. Reinstall the fuel tank cap and fuel container cap securely.
E.
If you spill petrol, do not attempt to start the engine. Move the machine away from the area of
the spill
and avoid creating any source of ignition until the gas vapors have dissipated. Wipe up any
spilled fuel to
prevent a fire hazard and properly dispose of the waste.
F.
Allow the engine to cool completely before storing in any enclosure. Never store a machine that has
petrol in the tank, or a fuel container, near an open flame or spark such as a water heater, space
heater, clothes dryer or furnace.
G.
Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running. Shut down the engine, disconnect the spark
plug wire, keeping it away from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting, wait 5 minutes
before
making adjustments or repairs.
H.
Never tamper with the engine’s governor setting. The governor controls the maximum safe
operation speed and protects the engine. Over-speeding the engine is dangerous and will cause
damage to the engine and to the other moving parts of the machine. If required, see your
authorized dealer for engine governor adjustments.
I.
Keep
combustible
substances
away
from
the
engine
when
it
is
hot.
J.
Never cover the machine
while
the
muffler
is still hot.
K.
Do not operate the engine with the air cleaner or the carburetor air intake cover removed. Removal
of
such parts could create a fire hazard. Do not use flammable solutions to clean the air filter.
L.
The
muffler
and
engine
become
very
hot
and
can
cause
a
severe
burn;
do
not
touch.
General Safety
Operating this Stump Grinder safely is necessary to prevent or minimize the risk of death or
serious injury. Unsafe operation can create a number of hazards for you. Always take the
following precautions when operating:
A.
Your machine is a powerful tool, use with great care. Exercise extreme caution at all times. The
machine is designed to grind stumps. Do not use it for any other purpose.
B.
Know
how
to
stop
the
Stump
Grinder
quickly.
C.
Never operate your unit on a slippery, wet, muddy, or icy surface. Exercise caution to avoid
slipping or falling.
D.
See
manufacturer’s instructions
for proper
operation
and
installation
of accessories.
E.
Never
use
the
machine
without
ensuring
that
all
guards
and
shields
are
in
place.
F.
Never, under any conditions, remove, bend, cut, fit, weld, or otherwise alter standard parts on the
Stump Grinder. This includes all shields and guards. Modifications to your machine could cause
personal injuries and property damage and will invalid your warranty.
G.
If the machine start to make an unusual noise or vibrate, shut down the engine, disconnect the
spark
plug wire, keeping it away from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting, wait 5 minutes
for engine to
cool down, then inspect for damage. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble. Check damaged
parts and clean, repair and/or replace as necessary.
H.
Never
tamper
with
safety
devices.
Check
their
proper
operation
regularly.
I.
Before performing any maintenance or inspection procedure, shut down the engine, disconnect