DR 16.5 Safety & Operating Instructions Manual page 7

Road Towing Safety (For Road-Tow Models Only)
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Before towing, be certain the DR SELF-FEEDING Chipper is correctly and securely attached to the towing vehicle and the
safety chains are in place. Leave slack in the chains to allow for turning.
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Never allow anyone to ride on the DR SELF-FEEDING Chipper.
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Never transport anything on the machine.
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Obey local, state, and federal regulations when you tow the chipper on public roads and highways.
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Note: Some states may require the machine to be registered with the state department of motor vehicles.
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Allow for added length in driving situations, e.g., when turning, parking, and crossing intersections.
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Adjust your towing speed for terrain and conditions. Do not exceed 45 mph while towing the chipper.
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Towing the machine can affect handling of the tow vehicle:
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The chipper might track at an angle to the tow vehicle.
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The machine can turn tighter than the tow vehicle.
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Never back up the tow vehicle with the chipper attached. The machine can jackknife, causing damage to itself and/or the
tow vehicle.
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Long distance towing is not recommended. The DR SELF-FEEDING Chipper does not have springs to absorb road shock and
will tend to bounce on rough roads. Extended towing can cause unnecessary wear.
General Safety
Operating this 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 this chipper:
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Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people, their property, and
themselves.
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Your DR SELF-FEEDING Chipper is a powerful tool, not a plaything. Exercise extreme caution at all times. The design of this
machine is to chip wood. Do not use it for any other purpose.
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Know how to stop the chipper quickly; see chapter 3.
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Operate this machine on a level surface only. Never operate your unit on a slippery, wet, muddy, or icy surface. Exercise
caution to avoid slipping or falling.
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Keep your face and body back from the chipper hopper to avoid accidental bounce back of any material.
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When feeding material into the chipper hopper, be extremely careful that pieces of metal, rocks, or other foreign objects are
not included. Personal injury or damage to the machine could result.
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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.
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Always stop the engine when moving the DR SELF-FEEDING Chipper.
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Keep combustible substances away from the engine when it is hot.
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Never cover the machine while the muffler is still hot.
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See manufacturer's instructions for proper operation and installation of accessories. Only use accessories approved by DR
Power Equipment.
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