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Figure 2.11
PTO Start-up
NOTE: The PTO is powered by an outside source. The
following instructions are general recommendations for
starting and stopping the PTO chipper. Read and follow your
engine operator manual for specific information on starting
tractor and powering the PTO.
1. Check all fluid levels.
2. Ensure the safety control bar is in the full back position in the
stop position.
3. Start power source and bring to an idle according to
manufacturers recommendations.
4. Engage the PTO, slowly release clutch to start disc.
5. Increase power source to full operating RPM’s.
6. Position control bar to forward position.
7. Begin feeding material into the chipper as described on page 2.8.
NOTE
To keep the machine free of vandalism, always lock and
secure the machine using the lockout procedure.
1. Place the safety control bar into the stop position.
2. Throttle down the engine.
3. When the engine has reached an idle, disengage the clutch.
4. Turn the ignition off.
5. Clear the infeed of debris.
6. Lock the chipper drum hood, discharge chute, infeed tray,
and yoke.
7. Clean the work site of debris.
Forward position
Stop position
PTO Shut-down
DANGER
A rotating chipper drum may cause entanglement, crush, or
mutilation of body parts resulting in serious injury or death.
Always wait for the chipper drum to completely stop after
shutting the machine OFF and before opening the chipper
hood.
Foreign material such as stones, wire, or metal will cause
drum failure potentially causing serious injury. Do not
sweep or rake the worksite and try to put this material
into the chipper.
The Chipping Cycle • PTO Start-up
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