SAFETY & OPERATION
SAFE PRACTICES & GENERAL INFORMATION
NOTICE: BEFORE USING THE WOOD CHIPPER
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Clear area of all people and property that could be damaged.
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Flying projectiles from operation can cause injury.
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Wear safety glasses, hearing protection, and gloves.
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Do not wear loose fitting clothes that could get stuck in the moving parts of the machine.
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Children should not run this equipment.
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Stay alert of your surroundings and persons that could appear in the area of operation.
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Operators must be fully trained before using this machine.
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User manual is read and understood.
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Machine is positioned on level ground; all guards are fitted and in good condition.
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Blade is in good condition and secure.
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All fasteners are checked for tightness.
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Only wooden materials, free of nails etc. are to be fed into this machine.
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Emergency stop wire is correctly connected and the switch is functional.
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Fire extinguisher is available on site.
NOTICE: WHEN USING THE WOOD CHIPPER
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Always feed standing from the side of the feed chute.
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It is better to have a second trained operator within easy reach of the machine.
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Maintain strict discipline at all times and service the machine at specified periods.
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Be aware of the expulsion chute direction and if necessary, be aware of the wind direction as
well to prevent debris from being blown or where to could affect bystanders.
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DO NOT put any part of your body into the in-feed chute while the machine is running.
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DO NOT operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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DO NOT operate inside a building or confined space.
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DO NOT climb on the machine.
20 | OPC566E man.