Echo 76854 - Manual (Page 7)

PTO CHIPPERS 3
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SAFETY
1. The feed roller can cause serious injury or death. Keep
hands, feet and clothing away from the feed roller and
chipper disk blades.
2. Never climb onto the feed chute
when the unit is operating or
running.
3. do not overreach. Keep proper
balance and footing at all times.
4. Never allow anyone to sit on the
feed chute.
5. When feeding material into the
feed roller wear eye, face and
hearing protection.
6. Stand to side of feed chute when feeding material and
release material quickly.
7. When inspecting or servicing the feed roller, secure
the feed roller in the raised position using the lock pin,
if applicable.
1.5 FeeD roller saFeTY
1.6 maInTenanCe/sToraGe saFeTY
1.7 PTo saFeTY
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11. do not allow processed material to build up in the
discharge area. This may prevent proper discharge
and can result in kickback of material through the feed
opening.
12. If the machine becomes clogged, the cutting mechanism
strikes any foreign object, or the machine starts
vibrating or making an unusual noise, shut off machine
immediately and make sure all moving parts have come
to a complete stop. disconnect the battery and remove
the ignition key if applicable. After the machine stops: A)
Inspect for damage, B) Replace or repair any damaged
parts, and c) check for and tighten any loose parts.
13. On electric start models, disconnect cables from battery
before doing any inspection or service. Remove key.
14. check blade bolts for proper torque after every 8 hours
of operation. check blades and rotate or resharpen
daily or as required to keep blades sharp. Failure to do
so may cause poor performance, damage or personal
injury and will void the machine warranty.
1. Before inspecting, servicing, storing, or changing
an accessory, shut off the machine and make sure
all moving parts have come to a complete stop.
disconnect the battery and remove the ignition key
where applicable.
2. Replace any missing or unreadable safety decals.
Refer to the safety decal section for part numbers.
3. Allow machine to cool before storing in an enclosure.
4. Store the machine out of reach of children and where
fuel vapors will not reach an open flame or spark.
5. Never store this machine with fuel in the fuel tank
inside a building where fumes may be ignited by an
open flame or spark. Ignition sources can be hot water
and space heaters, furnaces, clothes dryers, stoves,
electric motors, etc.
6. drain the fuel and dispose of it in a safe manner for
storage periods of three months or more.
1. Read and follow instructions on PTO safety decals.
2. Stay alert and pay attention when PTO is operating.
3. Keep bystanders, especially children, away from PTO
driveline.
4. check the driveline to ensure it is attached securely to
the power supply.
5. Keep guards and shields in place at all times while
operating. disengage PTO, shut off power source, and
make sure all moving parts have come to a complete
stop before removing guards or shields.
6. clothing worn by operator must be fairly tight. Never
wear loose fitted jackets, shirts, or pants when working
around the PTO. Tie long hair back or put under a
cap.
7. Keep hydraulic hoses, electric cords, chains and other
items from contacting the driveline.
8. Proper recommended PTO operating speed is 540
+/- 10 RPM.
9. Before inspecting or servicing the PTO drive area,
disengage the driveline, shut off power source, remove
ignition key, and make sure all moving parts have come
to a complete stop.
10. Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from all PTO
drive parts.
11. Do not clean, lubricate or adjust the PTO shaft when
it is running.