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SAFETY SIGNS
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tions on its use.
SAFETY SIGNS
BRAKE
PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD
Never attempt to use this machine without proper
personal protection
When using this machine,you must wear the following:
Eye protection
Ear and hearing protection
Heavy duty work glovesSturdy,non-slip footwear
Heavy duty,tight fitting clothing
Keep hands and feet away.
Contact with rotating teeth will cause serious
personal injury.
NEVER operate without guards and covers in place.
Amputation & Entanglement Hazard
Rotating Cutter
Flying Debris Hazard
Flying debris can travel up to 75 feet.
Flying debris can also bounce off of this shield and
hit nearby objects.
NEVER allow anyone in DANGER ZONE while
grinding.
ALWAYS position machine to protect property
(such as buildings and vehicles) from flying debris.
Rubber shielding is intended to direct discharge to
protect operator's lower extremities.
Wear long pants and closed shoes, as well as eye
and face protection.
Replace if shielding is worn or damaged.
Poisonous Gas Hazard
This product gives off carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas that can kill you.
You CANNOT smell it, see it, or taste it.
NEVER use in enclosed spaces EVEN if you run a fan or open doors
and windows.
Only use OUTSIDE and far away from windows, doors, and vents.
See product manual for more details.
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
NEVER fuel a running or hot engine.
KEEP sources of heat, sparks, and flame
away during refueling.
ALWAYS turn engine off and let cool for
at least two minutes before refueling.
Clean up fuel spills immediately.
Ensure there are no fuel leaks before starting.
DO NOT pump fuel directly into engine at gas station.
Hot exhaust fumes from engine can cause fire.
Position muffler at least 7 feet from combustible
objects, including vegetation and clothing.
Do not change or add to exhaust system, fuel
tanks, or fuel lines.
Fire can result.
NEVER remove guards or shields.
NEVER operate this machine when wearing
loose clothing, scarves, or gloves with large
loose cuffs or holes.
ONLY operate with proper guarding of power
transmission system, including all rotating
shafts, pulleys, belts, & couplings.
Fire / Explosion Hazard
Fire Hazard
Entanglement Hazard
Flying Debris Hazard
Stones, chips, and debris can cause serious injury
or property damage.
Primary chip discharge is in the direction of the arrow.
However debris can fly 75 ft in any direction out the
chute and bounce off objects and hit operator or
bystanders.
CUTTING HEAD
ROTATION
DANGER
▪ Check gas and oil levels.
▪ If unfamiliar with operation, please refer to the
operator's manual.
▪ ALWAYS wear proper clothing and protective gear.
This includes eye and ear protection, work gloves, long
pants, and sturdy, non-slip footwear.
▪ Use of the stump grinder requires considerable
strength and endurance. It should be operated only by
an adult with adequate physical capability.
▪ Keep children away.
▪ Read and follow the operator's manual before using.
▪ Before adding fuel, stop the engine and allow engine
to cool for 2 minutes before refueling. Wipe up fuel
spills immediately.
▪ Blade rotates at speeds similar to a rotary lawn mower
and will throw stones, chips and debris up to 75 feet in
any direction. Keep bystanders at least 75 feet away.
Protect windows, autos or any other objects which
may be damaged by flying debris.
PRECAUTIONS BEFORE STARTING:
SPECIAL OPERATOR HAZARDS: