Echo Bear Cat SC5720B - Manual (Page 6)

2 5 INCH CHIPPER/SHREDDER/BLOWER
SAFETY
1.4 OPERATION SAFETY
1.3 BEFORE OPERATING
1. Read and understand this owner’s manual. Be
completely familiar with the controls and the proper
use of this equipment.
2. Familiarize yourself with all of the safety and operating
decals on this equipment and on any of its attachments
or accessories.
3. Keep safety decals clean and legible. Replace missing
or illegible safety decals.
4. Obtain and wear safety glasses and use hearing
protection at all times when operating this machine.
5. Avoid wearing loose fitted clothing.
Never operate this machine while
wearing clothing with drawstrings that
could wrap around or get caught in
the machine.
6. Do not operate this machine if you
are under the influence of alcohol, medications, or
substances that can affect your vision, balance or
judgement. Do not operate if tired or ill. You must be
in good health to operate this machine safely.
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.
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.
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.