Echo 7812086 Owners Manual v.3 - Manual (Page 6)

12 INCH CHIPPER 2
SAFETY
12.inCh
305.mm
Always stand clear of discharge area when operating
this machine. keep face and body away from feed
and discharge openings.
keep hands and feet out of feed
and discharge openings while ma-
chine 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
and the public. Take great care to provide adequate
warnings.
Do not climb on machine when operating. keep proper
balance and footing at all times.
Check cutting chamber to verify it is empty before
starting the machine.
The disk will continue to rotate when clutch is disen-
gaged. Shut off the machine, disconnect the battery,
remove the ignition key and make
sure all moving parts have come to a
complete stop.
Do not insert branches larger than
12 inches in diameter into chipper or
machine damage may occur.
when feeding material into machine,
do not allow metal, rocks, bottles,
cans or any other foreign material to be fed into the
machine.
Ensure debris does not blow into traffic, parked cars,
or pedestrians.
keep the machine clear of debris.
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.
Shut off machine immediately if the machine becomes
clogged, the cutting mechanism strikes any foreign ob-
ject, or the machine starts vibrating or making an unusual
noise. Shut off the machine, disconnect the battery,
remove the ignition key and make sure all moving parts
have come to a complete stop. After machine stops:
Inspect for damage.
Replace or repair any damaged parts.
Check for and tighten any loose parts.
On electric start models, disconnect cables from battery
before doing any inspection or service. Remove key.
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.
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1.4...operation.Safety
Read and understand this Owner/Operator's manual.
Be completely familiar with the controls and the proper
use of this equipment.
Familiarize yourself with all of the safety and operating
decals on this equipment and on any of its attachments
or accessories.
keep safety decals clean and legible. Replace missing
or illegible safety decals.
Obtain and wear safety glasses
and use hearing protection at
all times when operating this
machine.
Avoid wearing loose fitted clothing.
Never operate this machine in clothing with drawstrings
that could wrap around or get caught in the machine.
Do not operate this machine if you are under the influ-
ence of alcohol, medications, or substances that can
affect your vision, balance or judgement. You must be
in good health to operate this machine safely.
Do not operate this equipment in the vicinity of bystand-
ers. 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.
Do not allow children to operate this equipment.
use only in daylight or good artificial light.
Do not run this equipment in an enclosed area. Engine
exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas, a deadly poi-
son that is odorless, colorless and tasteless.
Do not operate this equipment in or near buildings,
windows or air conditioners.
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.
Do not fill fuel tank indoors. keep open flames, sparks,
smoking materials and other sources of combustion
away from fuel.
keep all guards, deflectors, and shields in good condition.
Before inspecting or servicing any part of this machine,
shut off the machine, disconnect the battery, remove
the ignition key and make sure all moving parts have
come to a complete stop.
Check that all screws, nuts, bolts, and other fasteners
are secured, tightened and in proper working condition
before starting the machine and once every 8 hours of
operation.
Do not transport or move machine while the machine
is operating or running.
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