Owner's Manual
Train yourself
1. Read, understand and comply with all instructions included in this manual and in
the machine before assembling and putting it into operation. Keep this manual in
the tube guard for future consultation, as well as for ordering spare parts.
2. Familiarize yourself with all of the controls. Please know how to stop the chipper
when it is operating and how to manipulate the controls quickly in case of
emergency.
3. Persons older than 16 years of age must read and understand the operating
instructions as well as the safety rules. No persons below 16 years of age should
operate a chipper.
4. Do not allow anyone to operate this machine without receiving proper operation
and safety instructions.
5. Do not start the chipper in closed spaces or in an area with poor ventilation. The
exhaust gases from the engine contain carbon monoxide, a lethal gas which is
odorless.
6. Use appropriate protective equipment in each operation. Avoid loose garments.
7. Don't put your hands close to the parts that are in motion or inside the feed
hopper -as indicated in the decals - when in operation. Be careful not to touch any
surface which is heated during the operation and remains as such for a period of
time after the wood chipper is turned off.
8. Stay away from the discharge; wood debris is expelled with great speed that can
produce facial or body damage.
9. Do not operate the chipper if the belt shroud is removed.
10.Keep bystanders away from the chipper while it is running. Do not allow the
presence of minors in the work area. Stop the machine if anyone enters the area.
11.Turn off the engine and disconnect the spark plug before servicing the
equipment.
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