Bandit INTIMIDATOR 15XP/1390 Operating & Parts Manual page 23

MODEL 15XP/1390
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DO NOT operate this machine indoors! Exhaust
fumes can be fatal. Never refuel while the machine is
running. Never refuel in the shop or building. Always
refuel in a well ventilated area, away from sparks
or open fl ames, DO NOT SMOKE. Extinguish all
smoking materials. Wipe up all spilled fuel before
restarting the engine. Do not fi ll above 1/2" (12.7mm)
from top of tank for diesel engines and 2" (50mm)
from the top of the tank for gasoline engines.
To obtain the most from your machine, for the
least amount of cost, it is a good practice to set up
and follow a scheduled preventative maintenance
program. It will eliminate many possible problems
and down time.
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Keep the machine in good condition. Be sure the
machine is in good operating condition and that all
safety devices, including guards and shields are
installed and functioning properly. Visually inspect
the machine daily before starting the machine. Refer
to the "Daily Start Up & Maintenance". Make no
modifi cations to your equipment unless specifi cally
recommended or requested by Bandit Industries Inc.
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Before attempting any type of maintenance
disengage clutch, turn off engine, wait for the chipper
disc/drum to come to a complete stop, install the
disc/drum lock pin, disconnect battery, and make
sure the ignition key is in your possession.
ALWAYS install the disc/drum lock pin to prevent
inadvertent rotation. On disc chippers insert lock pin
through lock pin tube on the belly band under hood
rest. On drum chippers insert lock pin through lock
pin tube on side of drum housing.
Simply slide the lock pin into the disc/drum lock
tube. This is to ensure that the chipper disc/drum
cannot be started while you are working inside the
machine. If for some reason the chipper disc/drum
would start to turn, it would simply hit the lock pin.
WARNING
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Never use jumper cables during freezing
temperatures. Tow the machine inside and allow
the battery time to warm up. If the machine must
be started outside, inspect the battery acid for ice
formation. Explosion will occur with a frozen battery.
If the machine is going to be operated in excessively
cold conditions, a larger cold cranking amp battery
may be needed to ensure proper and prompt
starting. Never use jumper cables in a confi ned or
unventilated area. Battery acid fumes are explosive.
Battery acid can cause severe burns. Never expose
an open fl ame or spark near the battery. Keep all
burning materials away from the battery. When
servicing the battery, shield eyes and face, and do
not smoke. Service in a well ventilated area.
Copyright 9/18
SAFETY PROCEDURES
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The knives must be securely fastened and torqued
in position. If one comes loose or breaks during
operation, someone or something may get injured
or damaged.
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Chipper knives are sharp and can be dangerous.
It is always necessary for your protection to be
extra careful and wear proper hand protection when
handling knives.
WARNING
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This chipper is designed to be "HAND FED" only!
DO NOT feed wood with any type of knuckle boom
loader, front end loader, or mechanical device. It will
cause damage to the machine. If this happens, the
machine WILL NOT be covered under warranty.
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Avoid moving parts. Keep hands, feet, and clothing
away from power driven parts. Keep all guards and
shields in place and properly secured.
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Never feed any materials that might contain
wires, stones, nails, metal objects, or any foreign
object which may damage the knives and become
dangerous projectiles.
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DO NOT feed vines or vine-like material! DO NOT
pile vines or vine-like material in front of the infeed
hopper which may cause you to trip or fall! DO NOT
allow vines or limbs to become entangled with you or
your clothing! ALWAYS cut vine-like material into 4 to 5
foot (1.2 to 1.5 meter) length's, away from the chipper
area! ALWAYS stop the feed system before feeding the
cut vine-like material into the infeed hopper! ALWAYS
use a wooden pusher paddle when feeding the cut
vines into the feedwheel(s)! ALWAYS be in position
and prepared to activate the feed control handle!
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DO NOT remove the hood pin until the chipper
disc/drum has came to a complete stop. The chipper
disc/drum will coast for several minutes after the
engine is shut down. Always wait at least several
minutes.
DO NOT operate this machine without the Hood
Pin in place. Do not operate the machine with any
type of makeshift hood pin or an improperly installed
hood pin! The Hood Pin MUST be padlocked.
DO NOT operate the machine with the chipper
hood open under any circumstances.
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