Operation Safety; Pto Safety; Maintenance/Storage Safety - Echo BEARCAT SC5540 Owner's Manual

SAFETY

1.3 OPERATION SAFETY

1. Always stand clear of discharge area when operating
this machine. Keep face and body away from feed
and discharge openings.
2. Keep hands and feet out of feed and discharge
openings while machine is operating to avoid serious
personal injury. Stop and allow
machine to come to a complete
stop before clearing obstructions.
3. Set up your work site so you are
not endangering traffic and the
public. Take great care to provide
adequate warnings.
4. Do not climb on machine when operating. Keep
proper balance and footing at all times.
5. Check cutting chamber to verify it is empty before
starting the machine.
6. The rotor will continue to rotate after being disengaged.
Shut off the machine and make sure all moving parts
have come to a complete stop before inspecting or
servicing any part of the machine.
7. Do not insert branches with a diameter larger than
the max chipper capacity into machine or machine
damage may occur.
8. When feeding material into machine, do not allow
metal, rocks, bottles, cans or any other foreign
material to be fed into the machine.
9. Ensure debris does not blow into traffic, parked cars,
or pedestrians.
10. Keep the machine clear of debris and other
accumulations.
11. Do not allow processed material to build up in the
discharge area. This may prevent proper discharge
and can result in kickback of material through the
feed opening.
12. If the machine becomes clogged, the cutting
mechanism strikes any foreign object, or the machine
starts vibrating or making an unusual noise, shut off
machine immediately and make sure all moving parts
have come to a complete stop. After the machine
stops: A) Inspect for damage, B) Replace or repair
any damaged parts, and C) Check for and tighten any
loose parts.
13. Check blade bolts for proper torque after every 8 hours
of operation. Check blades and rotate or resharpen
daily or as required to keep blades sharp. Failure
to do so may cause poor performance, damage or
personal injury and will void the machine warranty.
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1.4 PTO SAFETY

1. Read and follow instructions on PTO safety decals.
2. Stay alert and pay attention when PTO is operating.
3. Keep bystanders, especially children, away from PTO
driveline.
4. Check the driveline to ensure it is attached securely
to the power supply.
5. Keep guards and shields in place at all times while
operating. Disengage PTO, shut off power source,
and make sure all moving parts have come to a
complete stop before removing guards or shields.
6. Clothing worn by operator must be fairly tight. Never
wear loose fitted jackets, shirts, or pants when
working around the PTO. Tie long hair back or put
under a cap.
7. Keep hydraulic hoses, electric cords, chains and
other items from contacting the driveline.
8. Proper recommended PTO operating speed is 540
+/-10 RPM.
9. Before inspecting or servicing the PTO drive area,
disengage the driveline, shut off power source,
remove ignition key, and make sure all moving parts
have come to a complete stop.
10. Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from all PTO
drive parts.
11. Do not clean, lubricate or adjust the PTO shaft when
it is running.

1.5 MAINTENANCE/STORAGE SAFETY

1. Before inspecting, servicing, storing, or changing an
accessory, shut off the machine and make sure all
moving parts have come to a complete stop.
2. Replace any missing or unreadable safety decals.
Refer to the safety decal section for part numbers.
3. Allow machine to cool before storing in an enclosure.
4. Store the machine out of reach of children.
5 INCH CHIPPER/SHREDDER