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Safety Information
General Safety
Operating this Wood Chipper safely is necessary to prevent or minimize
the risk of death or serious injury. Unsafe operation can create a number of
hazards for you. Always take the following precautions when operating:
• Your Wood Chipper is a powerful tool, not a plaything. Exercise extreme
caution at all times. The machine is designed to chip wood. Do not use it
for any other purpose.
• Know how to stop the Wood Chipper quickly.
• Never operate your unit on a slippery, wet, muddy, or icy surface. Exercise
caution to avoid slipping or falling.
• See manufacturer’s instructions for proper operation and installation of
accessories.
• Never use the machine without ensuring that all guards and shields are in
place.
• Never, under any conditions, remove, bend, cut, fit, weld, or otherwise
alter standard parts on the Wood Chipper. This includes all shields and
guards. Modifications to your machine could cause personal injuries and
property damage and will void your warranty.
• If the machine starts to make an unusual noise or vibration, shut down
the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire, keeping it away from the
spark plug to prevent accidental starting. Wait 5 minutes for the engine
to cool down, then inspect for damage. Vibration is generally a warning
of trouble. Check damaged parts and clean, repair and/or replace as
necessary.
• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.
• Before performing any maintenance or inspection procedure, shut down
the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire keeping it away from the spark
plug to prevent accidental starting. Wait 5 minutes for the machine to
cool down.
• Never allow people who are unfamiliar with these instructions to use the
Wood Chipper. Allow only responsible individuals who are familiar with
these rules of safe operation to use your machine.
• Never overload or attempt to chip wood beyond the manufacturer’s
recommendation. It could result in personal injury or damage to the
machine.
• While using, don’t hurry or take things for granted. When in doubt about
the equipment or your surroundings stop the machine and take time to
look things over.
• Never operate the machine when under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or
medication.
• Use the machine only in daylight.
• Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
• Keep all nuts and bolts tight and keep the equipment in good operating
condition.
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