Echo Bear Cat 70580 v.1 - Manual (Page 6)

3 INCH CHIPPER/SHREDDERS
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SAFETY
do not run this equipment in an enclosed area. Engine ex-
haust contains carbon monoxide gas, a deadly poison that is
odorless, colorless and tasteless. do not operate this equip-
ment 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.
do not operate machine without shields in place. Failure to
do so may cause serious injury or death.
keep all guards, deflectors, and shields in good working
condition.
Before inspecting or servicing any part
of this machine, shut off power source,
disconnect spark plug wire from spark
plug 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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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 machine is
operating to avoid serious personal injury. Stop and al-
low 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 bal-
ance and footing at all times.
Check cutting chamber to verify it is empty before starting
the machine.
Lower lever slowly to engage machine. Pull lever up to
disengage machine. Chipper/shredder rotor will continue to
rotate when clutch is disengaged. shut off power source,
disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and make sure
all moving parts have come to a complete stop. do not
operate without discharge screen, inlet flaps and all shields
in place.
do not insert branches larger than 3/4 inch into shredder or
machine damage may occur.
do not insert branches larger than 3 inches in diameter into
chipper or machine damage may occur.
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When feeding shreddable material into
machine, do not allow metal, rocks, bottles,
cans or any other foreign material to be fed
into chipper or shredder.
Ensure debris does not blow into traffic,
parked cars, or pedestrians.
keep the machine clear of debris and other accumula-
tions.
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 object,
or the machine starts vibrating or making an unusual noise.
shut off power source, disconnect spark plug wire from spark
plug 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.
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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3 inch
76 mm