Safety & Operating Instructions

Daily Checklist for the 3-POINT HITCH MIGHTY MAC GRAVITY SELF-FEEDING CHIPPER

To help maintain your 3-POINT HITCH MIGHTY MAC GRAVITY SELF-FEEDING CHIPPER for optimum performance, we

recommend you follow this

checklist each time you use your Chipper.

Disengage PTO, shut down the tractor engine, remove the key, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect

the PTO shaft from the tractor, then wait 5 minutes before performing any maintenance procedure or inspection on the chipper.

[ ] BELT: Check the Belt for wear, proper alignment and tension.

[ ] KNIFE and WEAR PLATE: Check the Knife and Wear Plate for tightness, nicks and wear.

[ ] GENERAL CONDITION: Check the general condition of the machine, e.g.; nuts, bolts, welds, etc.

[ ] HOPPER: Check that there is no material left in the hopper before starting the Chipper.

End of Season and Storage

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Disengage PTO, shut down the tractor engine, remove the key, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop,

disconnect the PTO shaft from the tractor, then wait 5 minutes before performing any maintenance procedure or inspection

on the chipper.

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When not in use, your MIGHTY MAC GRAVITY SELF-FEEDING Chipper should be stored out of the reach of children.

NOTE: Please refer to the Safety and Operation Manual that came with the PTO Shaft for specific PTO Shaft procedures.

• Lubricate PTO Shaft Grease Fittings.

• Lubricate two Flywheel Bearings.

• Lubricate two PTO Sheave Bearings.

• Check the Drive Belt for wear. Replace as needed.

• Release Drive Belt from Tensioner to relieve Belt stress.

• Check the Chipper Knife and Wear Plate for nicks and wear. Sharpen or replace as needed.

• Check the general condition of the machine, e.g.; nuts, bolts, welds, etc. Replace parts or tighten Hardware as needed.

• Clean any debris from the Hopper and Discharge Chute.

• Store in a dry covered area to protect from moisture.

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