Echo CH8993H Owners Manual v.7 - Manual (Page 6)

2 8 INCH TURNTABLE CHIPPER
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. The disk will continue to rotate after being disengaged.
Shut off the machine and make sure all moving parts
have come to a complete stop before inspecting or
servicing any part of the machine. Disconnect the
battery and remove the ignition key if applicable.
7. Do not insert branches with a diameter larger than the
max chipper capacity into machine or machine damage
may occur.
8. When feeding material into machine, do not allow metal,
rocks, bottles, cans or any other foreign material to be
fed into the machine.
9. Ensure debris does not blow into traffic, parked cars,
or pedestrians.
10. Keep the machine clear of debris and other
accumulations.
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. Always stand clear of discharge area when operating
this machine. Keep face and body away from feed and
discharge openings.
2. Keep hands and feet out of feed and
discharge openings while machine is
operating to avoid serious personal
injury. Stop and allow machine to
come to a complete stop before
clearing obstructions.
3. Set up your work site so you are not endangering traffic
and the public. Take great care to provide adequate
warnings.
4. Do not climb on machine when operating. Keep proper
balance and footing at all times.
5. Check cutting chamber to verify it is empty before
starting the machine.
1.4 OPERATION SAFETY
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1.5 FEED ROLLER SAFETY
7. Do not operate this equipment in
the vicinity of bystanders. Keep
the area of operation clear of
all persons, particularly small
children. It is recommended that
bystanders keep at least 50 feet
(15 meters) away from the area
of operation.
8. Do not allow children to operate this equipment.
9. Use only in daylight or good artificial light.
10. Do not run this equipment in an enclosed area. Engine
exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas, a deadly
poison that is odorless, colorless and tasteless. Do not
operate this equipment in or near buildings, windows
or air conditioners.
11. Always use an approved fuel container. Do not remove
gas cap or add fuel when engine is running. Add fuel
to a cool engine only.
12. Do not fill fuel tank indoors. Keep open flames, sparks,
smoking materials and other sources of combustion
away from fuel.
13. Do not operate machine without shields in place.
Failure to do so may cause serious injury or death.
14. Keep all guards, deflectors, and shields in good working
condition.
15. Before inspecting or servicing any part of this machine,
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.
16. Check that all screws, nuts, bolts, and other fasteners
are secured, tightened and in proper working condition
before starting the machine.
17. Do not transport or move machine while it is operating
or running.