Echo 74554 Owners Manual v.4 - Manual (Page 6)

2 5 INCH CHIpper
SAFETY
1.3 oPeraTion safeTY
1.5 mainTenanCe and sTorage
1.4 feed roller safeTY
Always stand clear of discharge area when operating 1.
this machine. Keep face and body away from feed
and discharge openings.
Keep hands and feet out of feed and discharge
2.
openings while machine is operating to avoid serious
personal injury. Stop and allow machine to come to a
complete stop before clearing obstructions.
Set up your work site so you are not endangering traffic
3.
and the public. Take great care to provide adequate
warnings.
do not climb on machine when operating. Keep proper
4.
balance and footing at all times.
Check cutting chamber to verify it is empty before
5.
starting the machine.
The disk will continue to rotate after being disengaged.
6.
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.
do not insert branches with a diameter larger than
7.
the max chipper capacity into machine or machine
damage may occur.
When feeding material into machine, do not allow
8.
metal, rocks, bottles, cans or any other foreign material
to be fed into the machine.
Ensure debris does not blow into traffic, parked cars,
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or pedestrians.
Keep the machine clear of debris and other
10.
accumulations.
do not allow processed material to build up in the
11.
discharge area. This may prevent proper discharge
and can result in kickback of material through the feed
opening.
If the machine becomes clogged, the cutting mechanism
12.
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.
On electric start models, disconnect cables from battery
13.
before doing any inspection or service. Remove key.
Check blade bolts for proper torque after every 8 hours
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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.
The feed roller can cause serious injury or death. Keep 1.
hands, feet and clothing away from the feed roller and
chipper disk blades.
Never climb onto the feed chute when the unit is
2.
operating or running.
do not overreach. Keep proper balance and footing
3.
at all times.
Never allow anyone to sit on the feed chute.
4.
When feeding material into the feed roller wear eye, 5.
face and hearing protection.
Stand to side of feed chute when feeding material and
6.
release material quickly.
When inspecting or servicing the feed roller, secure
7.
the feed roller in the raised position using the lock pin,
if applicable.
Before inspecting, servicing, storing, or changing 1.
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.
Replace any missing or unreadable safety decals.
2.
Refer to the safety decal section for part numbers.
Allow machine to cool before storing in an enclosure.
3.
Store the machine out of reach of children and where 4.
fuel vapors will not reach an open flame or spark.