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GENERALPRECAUTIONSANDINSTRUCTIONSFORUSEOF
CHIPPER/SHREDDER
TRAINING
x READ THIS MANUAL PLUS THE ENGINE MANUAL BEFORE ASSEMBLING AND OPERATING THIS
BCS CHIPPER/SHREDDER.
x This unit is designed for operation by properly instructed adults only. Make sure that any person operating
this equipment has read these manuals.
x DO NOT LET CHILDREN OPERATE THE CHIPPER/SHREDDER.
x KEEP THE OPERATING AREAS CLEAR OF PEOPLE AND ANIMALS. BE CAREFUL THAT CHILDREN
DO NOT COME NEAR.
x Do not operate this equipment in enclosed areas, Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide. Carbon
monoxide is an odorless, deadly poisonous gas.
x Do not allow hands to enter the Shredder hopper or the Chipper feed chute when the engine is running or
the Chipper/Shredder shaft is rotating. When necessary to put hands and fingers into any opening of the
unit, shut down engine, disconnect spark plug wire and wait until all movement stops. Check paint mark on
the shaft of model Bio 100 Chipper/Shredder to be sure there is no movement.
x When storing the unit or leaving it unattended, make sure the engine cannot be started by disconnecting
the spark plug wire from the spark plug.
PREPARATION
The following body protection should be worn during operation of the Chipper/Shredder:
1. Wear snug-fitting clothing that protects body surfaces, and allows freedom of movement without being
baggy. Never wear ties, scarves or jewelry that could be caught in the machine.
2. Wear hearing protection.
3. Wear eye protection goggles marked “Z87” (for ANSI Standard ZB7.1).
4. When working in strong sunlight, protect yourself with appropriate clothing and apply a sun block to
exposed areas of skin. Wear sunglasses under the safety goggles.
Take the following precautions for the safe storage and handling of gasoline fuel:
1. Keep fuel in approved, properly labeled fuel containers.
2. Do not store fuels or fueled units in closed (unventilated) areas, or in garages or shops connected to
living quarters. Do not store fuel or fueled units where there are flames or sources of sparks such as
electrical appliances and switches.
3. Obey all local regulations for the storage and handling of fuel.
4. Do not smoke when fueling, or fuel where fumes could be ignited by fire or sparks.
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