SP4012 MACHINE CONTROLS
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GROUND STAKE
• Pushed firmly into the ground, the stake
anchors the machine against pressure
during cutting. Provides a “push point”
for tongue extension. Ground stake
must be used during operation. The
hydraulic motor will not keep
machine from creeping while grinding
stump. After stake is in ground, place
machine in freewheel position.
CUTTER WHEEL ENGAGEMENT
LEVER
• Always start engine with cutter wheel
disengaged. With engine idling, slowly
move lever towards cutter wheel to
engage engine drive belt. Lock lever in
position during operation. DO NOT
ENGAGE OR DISENGAGE BELT
AT HIGH ENGINE SPEED. Injury
and damage will occur.