1 safety, Warning danger caution – Echo Bear Cat 70385 User Manual
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Bear Cat Chipper Shredder Operator’s Manual
1.
Read this Owner / Operator’s manual and the separate
Engine Owner’s manual carefully before operating this
equipment. Be completely familiar with the controls
and the proper use of this equipment.
2.
Before inspecting or servicing any part of the machine,
stop engine, wait for all parts to stop moving, and dis-
connect spark plug wire.
Be aware that rotating blades slow down gradually after
shutting off the engine.
3.
Keep safety decals clean and legible. Replace missing
or illegible safety decals.
4.
Familiarize yourself with all of the safety and operating
decals on this equipment and on any of it’s attachments
or accessories.
5.
Do not allow children or any person unfamiliar with the
use of the unit to use this machine.
6.
Do not operate this machine if you are under the influ-
THE SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
The Owner / Operator’s Manual and your machine uses this symbol to alert you of potential
hazards. Whenever you see this symbol, read and obey the safety message that follows it.
Failure to obey the safety message could result in personal injury, death or property damage.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
7.
Do not run this equipment in an enclosed area. Engine
exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas, a deadly poi-
son that is odorless, colorless, and tasteless. Do not
operate this equipment in or near buildings, windows,
or air conditioners.
8.
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.
9.
Do not fill fuel tank indoors. Keep open flames, sparks,
smoking materials, and other sources of combustion
away from fuel.
10. Keep the area of opera-
tion clear of all persons,
particularly small chil-
dren. Keep bystanders
at least 50 feet (15
meters) away from the
area of operation
S e c t i o n
1 Safety
WARNING
DANGER
CAUTION
BEFORE OPERATING
ence of alcohol, medications, or substances that can
affect your vision, balance, and judgement. Do not op-
erate if tired or ill. You must be in good health to oper-
ate this machine safely.