Echo Bear Cat 70580 v.1 - Manual (Page 7)

3 INCH CHIPPER/SHREDDERS
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SAFETY
1.6 ToWing SafeTY
Towing laws may vary in different countries/regions/states.
It is recommended that you contact your local motor vehicle
department for any special rules that pertain to towing and
to know the rules of any country/region/state you may travel
through.
Connect hitch safety chains. Tighten and secure trailer
hitch bolts. do not attempt to tow the trailer if vehicle is not
equipped with the proper size hitch ball.
Check wheel lug bolts periodically to ensure they are tight
and secure.
Place the jack stand on the trailer in the UP position to clear
the ground while towing. Place the jack stand on a level
surface and secure it in the dOWN position before using.
Never allow passengers to ride on the chipper.
If applicable, shut off fuel supply when towing.
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1.7 baTTerY SafeTY
Improper use and care of the battery on electric start models
can result in serious personal injury or property damage. Always
observe the following safety precautions.
danger / Poison - Causes severe Burns. The battery con-
tains sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
keep out of reach of children.
anTidoTe-external contact: Flush immediately with lots
of water.
anTidoTe-internal: drink large quantities of water or
milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten egg or vegetable
oil. Call a physician immediately.
anTidoTe-eye contact: Flush with water for 15 minutes.
get prompt medical attention.
The battery produces explosive gases. keep sparks, flame
or cigarettes away. ventilate area when charging battery.
Always wear safety goggles when working near battery.
The battery contains toxic materials. do not damage bat-
tery case. If case is broken or damaged, avoid contact with
battery contents.
Neutralize acid spills with a baking soda and water solu-
tion.
Properly dispose of a damaged or worn-out battery. Check
with local authorities for proper disposal methods.
do not short circuit battery. severe fumes and fire can
result.
Before working with electrical wires or components, dis-
connect the negative (-) cable first. disconnect the positive
(+) cable second. Reverse this order when reconnecting
battery cables.
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1.5 mainTenance and STorage
SafeTY
Before inspecting, servicing, storing, or changing an acces-
sory, shut off power source, disconnect spark plug wire from
spark plug and make sure all moving parts have come to
a complete stop.
Replace any missing or unreadable safety decals. Refer
to the parts manual for part numbers when ordering safety
decals from an area ECHO Bear Cat dealer.
Allow machine to cool before storing in an enclosure.
store the machine out of reach of children and where fuel
vapors will not reach an open flame or spark.
Never store this machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside a
building where fumes may may be ignited by an open flame
or spark. Ignition sources can be hot water and space heat-
ers, furnaces, clothes dryers, stoves, electric motors, etc.
drain the fuel and dispose of it in a safe manner for storage
periods of three months or more.
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