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Pow’R’kraft Chipper 5 Revision 9/22/16
If the machine should start to make an unusual
noise or vibration, immediately shut off
the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire,
and check for the cause. Unusual noise or
vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
Us e o nly at t ach m e n ts an d a cc e s so r i es
approved by the manufacturer. Failure to do
so can result in personal injury.
Maintain the machine. Check for misalignment
or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts
and any other condition that may affect the
machine’s operation. If damaged, have the
machine repaired before use. Many accidents
are caused by poorly maintained equipment.
Keep the engine and muffler free of grass,
leaves, excessive grease or carbon build up to
reduce the chance of a fire hazard.
Never douse or squirt the unit with water or
any other liquid. Keep handles dry, clean and
free from debris. Clean after each use.
Observe proper disposal laws and regulations
for gas, oil, etc. to protect the environment.
Store idle machine out of the reach of children
and do not allow persons unfamiliar with
the machine or these instructions to operate
it. Machine is dangerous in the hands of
untrained users.
Service
B e fo re c l ea n in g , r e p a i r, i n s p e ct i ng , o r
adjusting, shut off the engine and make
certain that all moving parts have stopped.
Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the
wire away from the plug to prevent accidental
starting.
Have your machine serviced by qualified repair
personnel using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure the safety of the
machine maintained.
Specific Safety Rules
Identify hazards and risks, and take preventive
steps to avoid accidents and minimize risk.
Possible hazards include, but are not limited
to moving parts, thrown objects, weight of
machine and components and the operating
environment.
Thoroughly inspect the area to be worked, keep
the working area clean and free of debris to
prevent tripping. Operate on a flat level ground.
Never place any part of your body where it
would be in danger if movement should occur
during assembly, installation, and operation,
maintenance, repairing or moving.
Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least
23m (75 feet) away. If you are approached,
stop the unit immediately.
The opera tor or user is responsible for
accidents or hazards occurring to other
people, their property, and themselves.
Start the engine carefully accordi ng to
instructions.
Before starting the wood chipper, make sure
the feed hopper and cutting housing are
empty and free of all debris.
Never place your hands, feet, or any part of
your body in the chipper hopper, discharge
opening, or near or under any moving part
while the machine is running. Keep area of
discharge clear of people, animals, buildings,
glass, or anything else that will obstruct clear
discharge, causing injury or damage. Wind can
also change discharge direction, so be aware.
If it becomes necessary to push materials to
the chipper hopper, use a small diameter stick,
not your hands.
Never allow an accumulation of processed
material to build up in the discharge area as
this will prevent proper discharge and can
result in kickback from the chipper hopper.
Keep your face and body back from the
chipper hopper and discharge chute to avoid
accidental bounce back of any material.
Never reach with your hands inside the feed
hopper past the rubber flap while operating
the machine.
Never attempt to unclog either the feed
hopper or discharge chute while the engine
is running. Immediately shut off the engine.
Allow the cutting disk to come to a complete
stop. Remove the clogged material. Inspect
for damage and check for any loose parts for
repair or replacement.
