Product Manual

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wood chipper 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 wood
chipper in a location where sparks or heat from the motor could cause a fire.
 SECURE FOOTING: Placing the wood chipper 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 wood chipper 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 wood chipper 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 wood chipper OFF.
 TURN OFF WOOD CHIPPER: Turn OFF the machine, allow all moving parts to come to a
complete stop, and disconnect the spark plug wire before moving the machine, emptying the bag,
unclogging the inlets or outlets, filling the gas tank, or performing maintenance and repairs.
 STARTING THE WOOD CHIPPER: Make sure the hopper and funnel are empty when starting the
machine. The pull start cord may stop suddenly causing the wood chipper to fall over or injure
your hand or arm.
 CLEANING WOOD CHIPPER: Allow the motor to cool off, then brush dust and chip build-up off of
the motor to prevent fire or motor overheating.
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