Hyundai HYCH7070 User Manual page 9

operation. If damaged, have the machine repaired before use. Many accidents
are caused by poorly maintained equipment.
2.6.13. Keep the engine and muffler free of grass, leaves, excessive grease or carbon
build up to reduce the chance of a fire hazard.
2.6.14. NEVER douse or squirt the unit with water or any other liquid. Keep handles
dry, clean and free from debris. Clean after each use.
2.6.15. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for petrol, oil, etc. to protect
the environment.
2.6.16. 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.
2.7. Service.
2.7.1. Before cleaning, repairing, inspecting, or 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.
2.7.2. Have your machine serviced by qualified repair personnel using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure the safety of the machine maintained.
2.8. 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.
2.9. Work area.
2.9.1. 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.
2.9.2. 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.
2.9.3. Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 23m (75 feet) away. If you are
approached, stop the unit immediately.
2.9.4. The operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to
other people, their property, and themselves.
2.10. Start the engine carefully according to instructions.
2.10.1. Before starting the wood chipper, make sure the feed hopper and
cutting housing are empty and free of all debris.
2.10.2. 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.
2.10.3. 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.
2.10.4. Keep your face and body back from the chipper hopper and discharge
chute to avoid accidental bounce back of any material.
2.10.5. NEVER reach with your hands inside the feed hopper past the rubber flap
while operating the machine.
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