Champion Power Equipment 91050 - Manual (Page 9)

REV 91050-20140620
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91050 ENGLISH
SAFETy RULES
Maintenance and Storage
1. Always shut off the power source and disconnect
the spark plug wire and ground the engine, while
repairing or adjusting the unit.
2. Clean debris, shrubbery and chaff from the
engine cylinder, cylinder head fins, blower house
rotation screen, and muffler areas. If the engine is
equipped with a spark arrestor muffler, clean and
inspect it regularly (follow manufacturer’s service
instructions). Replace, if damaged.
3. Never store the unit with fuel in the tank. Fumes
might reach an open flame spark. Allow the engine
to cool before storing in any enclosure.
4. Clear debris from moveable parts, but only when the
engine is off, the fuel valve is in the “OFF” position,
and the spark plug wire is disconnected.
5. Check to be sure all nuts and bolts are tight to
assure the equipment is in safe working condition.
Operation
1. Before starting this chipper-shredder, review all
safety rules. Failure to follow these rules may result
in serious injury to the operator or bystanders.
2. Be sure to confirm all connections are tight before
each use. It is possible for connections to vibrate
loose over time.
3. Never leave the machine unattended with the power
source operating.
4. Never operate the machine when under the
influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
5. The machine owner should instruct all operators in
safe chipper-shredder operation.
6. Always operate the chipper-shredder with all
safety equipment in place and all controls properly
adjusted for safe operation.
7. Always operate the chipper-shredder at
manufacturer’s recommended speed.
8. Always keep hands and feet clear of moving parts.
9. When loading the chipper-shredder, never place
your hands inside or on the sides of the chutes,
chambers, or intake. Never place your hands or any
part of your body between the material and any part
of the chipper-shredder.
a. Never attempt to chip more than one (1) branch
at a time, this may cause the chute, chamber or
intake to become clogged.
b. Never attempt to use your hand, foot or any body
part to unclog the chipper-shredder.
c. Only attempt to unclog with a small diameter
stick that can get chipped.
d. If a major clog occurs; turn the fuel valve off and
let the unit run until dry, turn off the engine, let
the unit cool down, unplug the spark plug wire
and take apart the unit to see where the clog has
occurred. Remove clog before further operation.
10. Only chip branches 3 in. (7.6 cm) or less in
diameter.
11. Only shred dry or slightly damp material. Never
attempt to shred material that is wet, as this may
cause clogging to occur.
12. Use only your hand to operate the chipper-shredder
controls.
13. Do not refuel the engine until it has cooled for several
minutes.