Echo Bear Cat 70554S - Manual (Page 11)

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2.3 Operation
Caution: The chipper/shredder rotor may
continue to rotate even with the engine
stopped. Do not attempt any repair or
adjustment until the entire machine has come to a
complete stop. Remove spark plug wire before
servicing. Never operate this machine without the
discharge screen in place.
2.3.1 Starting Towable Models
Caution: Move machine to a clear, level
area outdoors before starting. Do not
operate machine on a paved, concrete, or
gravel surface. Do not operate in the vicinity of
bystanders. Make sure cutting chamber is empty
before starting.
1. Fill engine oil to correct level before starting engine.
See engine manual for operation and maintenance
instructions.
Note: Some oil usage is normal. Check level with each use.
WARNING! Handle gasoline with care. It is
highly flammable. Always use an
approved container and fill tank outdoors.
Never add fuel to a running or hot engine.
2. Before starting, full fuel tank with fresh, clean,
regular unleaded gasoline. DO NOT MIX OIL
WITH GASOLINE.
3. Place the throttle control midway between slow and
fast positions. Place the choke control to the "On"
position.
Caution: See operation/start-up decal by
foot clutch pedal on machine before
starting.
4. Depress foot clutch pedal. This will disengage drive
belt and enable engine to start.
5. Activate the starter switch. Release the switch as
soon as the engine starts. Do not engage starter for
more than 10 seconds.
Note: If battery is not charged, the engine can be
started by pulling the recoil starter with key in "On"
position.
6. Move choke lever to "Run" position. After a
short shut down, it may not be necessary to use
full choke. If engine fails to start, move lever to
"Run" or partial choke.
7. Once engine is running and no choke is needed,
slowly let foot clutch pedal up. This will engage
drive belt and the rotor will turn.
8. If engine kills when engaging foot clutch pedal,
either use more choke or increase engine RPM.
9. When clutch is engaged, the foot pedal may vibrate
or shake until the engine and rotor have increased to
full running RPM.
Note: When restarting a warm engine after a short shut
down, it may not be necessary to use full choke. If
engine fails to start, move lever to "Run" or partial
choke.
Caution: Wear safety glasses at all times
when operating the machine. Avoid
wearing loose fitting clothing. Wear gloves
and heavy clothing to protect yourself. Use common
sense and follow all safety instructions to protect
yourself from branches, sharp objects, and other
harmful objects.
2.3.2 Setup: PTO Model
Note: The P.T.O. shaft will telescope from 18 to 26
inches. This will leave 4 inches overlap at maximum
telescoping distance.
1. Place tractor transmission in park or neutral and set
parking brake. Connect 3 pt. mounts on chipper/
shredder and tractor (a special bushing kit is re-
quired for category 2 or 3 pt. hitches). Secure
connections with snap pins.
2. Connect P.T.O shaft to tractor. Do not operate
machine at speeds different than specified on shield.
3. Adjust leg stands so that the drive shaft runs as
straight as possible. Avoid joint angles greater than 7
degrees. Make sure both stands are adjusted evenly.
WARNING! Never inspect or work on P.T.O.
drive area before disengaging P.T.O and
shutting off tractor engine.
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