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operate the Chipper Shredder with a damaged part.
 Store the Chipper Shredder when it is not in use. Store it in a dry, secure place out of the reach of
children. Inspect the tool for good working condition prior to storage and before re-use.
 Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for use with your Chipper
Shredder. Accessories that may be suitable for one product may create a risk of injury when used
with another tool. Never use an accessory that has a lower operating speed or operating pressure
than the tool itself.
 Keep guards in place and in working order. Never operate the product without the guards in place.
 Do not leave the Chipper Shredder running unattended.
Specific Operation Warnings
⚠WARNING
 READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL AND MOTOR MANUAL: These manuals contain proper operating
and safety instructions for this chipper/ shredder.
 SAFETY EQUIPMENT: Wear safety glasses, hearing protection, and gloves when operating a
Chipper Shredder. Make sure any bystanders are also wearing safety equipment.
 ENGINE OPERATION: Refer to the engine manual for operating instructions and gasoline engine
safety warnings.
 HAND SAFETY: DO NOT put hands or other body parts into hopper, funnel, or outlet while the
blades are turning. The Chipper Shredder can drag you into the blade, causing amputation of
fingers, hands or other body parts. DO NOT touch the exhaust during or immediately after
operation to prevent burns.
 CLOTHING: DO NOT wear loose clothing, neckties, scarves, or jewelry which may get caught in
moving parts. DO NOT wear clothing or gloves with pull ties or straps. This type of clothing could
get tangled with material that is being shredded, pulling you into the Chipper Shredder.
 OPERATING LOCATION: Set up the Chipper Shredder on firm, level, grass or dirt. DO NOT set
up the Chipper Shredder on gravel, asphalt, concrete, or stone. The chips are expelled from the
machine with enough force to ricochet off of hard surfaces and cause serious injury. DO NOT set
up the Chipper Shredder in a location where sparks or heat from the motor could cause a fire.
 SECURE FOOTING: Placing the Chipper Shredder on a slope or slippery surface may cause the
operator to fall into the machine, causing burns from the motor, or an amputation if an arm
accidentally goes into the hopper. Wear non-slip, closed toed shoes or boots to maintain secure
footing.
 JAMS AND CLOGGING: Turn the Chipper Shredder OFF, allow all moving parts to come to a
complete stop, and disconnect the spark plug wire before attempting to free a jam or clog.
 FEEDING MATERIAL: Hold branches and brush loosely, and allow the Chipper Shredder to draw
the material in. The machine sometimes will draw material in very quickly and your hand may be
drawn in if you are holding tightly. If the blades hit a hard object, or if the machine begins to make
an unusual noise or vibration, immediately shut the Chipper Shredder OFF.
 TURN OFF CHIPPER SHREDDER: Turn OFF the machine, allow all moving parts to come to a