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⚠CAUTION
HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATION
Operating at an altitude of greater than 2000 feet (610 meters) may affect your engines performance,
fuel consumption, and emissions. To remain emissions compliant and improve engine performance
at higher altitudes, a high-altitude kit is required. A high altitude kit includes a carburetor jet resized
to help correct air / fuel mixture at altitude. To order a high altitude kit or if you have additional
questions, go to www.northerntool.com or contact us at 1-866-443-2576. Please note, engines with
the high-altitude kit installed operated at lower altitudes could cause severe engine damage and
affect emissions compliance. When modified, a tag or decal should be added to the product stating
that a high-altitude kit was installed and to remind you to re-service the carburetor (re-jet) when
operating in lower altitude environments.
⚠WARNING
This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects
or other reproductive harm.
⚠WARNING
WORK AREA SAFETY
 Inspect the work area before each use. Keep work area clean, dry, free of clutter, and well lit.
Cluttered, wet, or dark work areas can result in injury. Using the Chipper Shredder in confined
work areas may put you dangerously close to other cutting tools and rotating parts.
 Do not use the Chipper Shredder where there is a risk of causing a fire or an explosion; e.g.,
in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. The product can create sparks, which
may ignite the flammable liquids, gases, or dust.
 Make sure no children or bystanders are within 50 ft. of chipping operation.
 Protect cars, windows and other objects within 50 ft. from flying debris.
 This machine is to be operated by one person only. When operating the machine, only stand
in the operator feed area.
 Keep children and bystanders away from the work area while operating the tool. Do not allow
children to handle the Chipper Shredder.
 Be aware of all power lines, electrical circuits, water pipes, and other mechanical hazards in
your work area. Some of these hazards may be hidden from your view and may cause
personal injury and/or property damage if contacted.
 Do not tilt or transport the machine while it is operating. Only operate this machine in open
space (e.g. not close to a wall or other fixed object) on a flat, level surface away from.
⚠WARNING
PERSONAL SAFETY