Echo CH4400 Owners Manual v.1 - Manual (Page 16)

4 INCH CHIPPER 12
Section
operaTIon
4
1. Check engine oil level before starting.
2. Turn the fuel cut-off switch to the ON position.
3. Turn the engine switch to the ON position.
4. Place the throttle control midway between the SlOW
and FAST positions. Place the choke control into the
CHOKE position.
5. Place the chipper engagement lever in the START
position (see Chapter 5, Figure 5.3).
6. Pull the recoil starter until the engine starts. Make sure
the starting cord retracts.
7. Move the choke to the RuN position.
For a Cold engine - gradually return the choke to the
OFF position after the engine starts and warms up.
The equipment may be operated during the warm up
period, but it may be necessary to leave the choke
partially on until the engine warms up.
For a warm engine - Return choke to the OFF position
as soon as engine starts.
8. Slowly place the chipper engagement lever in the
CHIPPINg position.
9. gradually increase throttle to FAST position.
CauTIon
Move the machine to a clear, level area outdoors before
starting. Do not operate in the vicinity of bystanders. Make
sure the cutting chamber is empty before starting.
4.1 sTarTInG enGIne
warnInG
Before operating your machine, be sure you read
and understand all safety, controls and operating
instructions in this owner’s manual and on your
machine. Failure to follow these instructions can
result in serious injury or property damage.
1. Slowly move the throttle to the SlOW position with the
belt still engaged.
2. Allow the engine to run at idle for 30-60 seconds; stop
the engine by moving the throttle to the STOP position
or turning off the ignition.
3. Allow disk to come to a complete stop.
4.2 sToppInG enGIne
warnInG
never lean over the chipper chute to push objects into the
cutting device. use a push stick or brush paddle.
never use shovels or forks to feed brush. They can
cause extensive damage if they contact the blades.
In addition, metal pieces can be ejected from the
chipper chute and cause serious injury or death.
never feed brush into the chute with your feet.
never use hands or feet to clear materials that build up in
the chute.
CauTIon
Obtain and wear safety glasses at all times when
operating the machine.
Do not wear loose fitting clothing.
The operator should always wear heavy boots, gloves,
pants and a long-sleeved shirt.
use common sense and practice safety to protect
yourself from branches, sharp objects, and other
harmful objects.