If
it is necessary for any reason to inspect or repair the feed hopper or any part of the machine where
a moving part can come in contact with your body or clothing, stop the machine, allow it to cool,
disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and move it away from the spark plug before
attempting such inspection or repair.
OPERATION
Whenever you operate your leaf shredder-chipper, wearing gloves and safety glasses is required. If
necessary to push material into shredding chamber, use a wood stick, never hands or steel implements.
At the end of this section we offer additional cautions. Read and observe them.
The operation of any leaf shredder-chipper can result in foreign objects
being thrown into the eyes, which can result in -severe eye damage. Always
wear the safety glasses provided with the leaf shredder-chipper or eye
shields before chipping or shredding, or while performing any adjustments
or repairs.
Branches are fed into the chipper chute for chipping ... one at a time if they are thicker than 1"; several
together if of smaller diameter. Since the throat opening is 2" for the LSC503; and 3" for the LSC505
and LSC508, some side shoots or side branches may have to be trimmed from the main stalk before
chipping. Short stubs of branches may be pushed through the chipper section with the next branch.
Never assume you know where the blade is and try to push short branches in by hand. You don't know
where it is. Be safe, keep your hands away from the chipping blade.
(1) When feeding material into this equipment be careful that pieces of metal, glass, rocks, cans or
other non-organic or foreign objects are not included.
(2) When shredding newspaper-only-shred one sheet ata time. Putting entire sections in could
damage the rotor.
(3) Do not allow an accumulation of processed material to build up under the discharge of the leaf
shredder-chipper as this can prevent following shredded material to discharge and will result in
clogging. Use a long handled stick or spade to remove processed material build-up. DO NOT
USE YOUR HAND OR FOOT. Always shut the unit off before clearing build-up.
(4) Never allow your hands or any part of your body or clothing inside the feed hopper or discharge
area of the leaf shredder-chipper .. Use a wooden stick to push material down the hopper.
(5) Keep all protective guards on the machine in place and in good working condition.
(6) Always stand clear of the discharge areawhen.the shredder is running.
(7) Keep your face and body away from the feed hopper to avoid being struck by any material that
may bounce back. Do not overreach, keep proper balance and footing.
(8) Do not transport the shredder while the engine is running.
(9)
Do not refuel the engine while it is hot, warm, or running: •
(10) Do not cover the machine while the muffler is still hot.
(11) The engine must be kept clear of debris and other accumulations.
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