Brave BRSG105K Owner's Manual page 16

• Cooling ventilation. The grinder needs adequate, unobstructed flow of air to allow for proper cooling of
engine and grinder head. Do not allow debris to accumulate and block airflow.
• Transporting. During transporting, take precautions to make sure stump grinder will not tip over and
cause a fuel leak hazard.
• Hot exhaust - fires. Exhaust from engine can be extremely hot and cause fire. Position muffler at least
7 feet from combustible objects during operation.
• Fire extinguisher. Keep a fire extinguisher rated "ABC" by the National Fire Protection Association
nearby is always recommended when using gasoline operated machinery. Keep it properly charged
and be familiar with its use.
Personal protective equipment
• Hearing protection. The use of ear plugs or other hearing protection device is recommended for those in
close proximity to the grinder while it is operating.
• Eye protection. Wear ANSI approved (in EU, EN166 1F) eye protection when operating the grinder.
• Face protection. A helmet with a full-face visor or mesh visor with protective glasses is recommended.
• Loose / dangling. Loose or dangling apparel, jewelry or hair can become entangled in moving parts.
Never wear jewelry or loose-fitting clothing when operating the grinder.
• Long pants. Wear long, heavy-duty pants to protect legs from ejected materials.
Gasoline Safety
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel.
Use extreme care when handling gasoline:
• Fuel outdoors. Fill fuel tank outdoors – never indoors. Gasoline vapors can ignite if they collect inside an
enclosure. Explosion can result.
• Use approved container. Never pump fuel directly into engine at gas station. Static charge can build and
ignite fuel. Use an UL approved fuel container to transfer gas to the engine.
• Running / hot engine. A running engine is hot enough to ignite fuel. Never add fuel or remove gas cap if
engine is running or still hot. Stop the engine and allow to cool at least two minutes before adding fuel.
• Heat / flames / sparks. Keep sources of heat, flame, or sparks away while adding fuel.
• Don't fill to the top DO NOT overfill the gas tank. Allow at least 1" (2.5 cm) of empty space below the fill
neck to allow for fuel expansion and operation on slopes.
• Don't fill to the top. Do not fill the gas tank to the top. Gasoline may spill when operating on a slope.
• Replace cap. Replace gas cap securely before starting engine.
• Spills. Clean up fuel spills immediately. Move grinder away from spilled fuel on the ground. Wipe fuel off
engine and wait 5 minutes for excess fuel to evaporate before starting engine. Gas soaked rags should
be disposed of properly.
• On skin / clothes. If gasoline is spilled on your skin or clothes, change clothes and wash skin immediately.
• Inspect fuel system. Check fuel system on a regular basis. Look for signs of leaks, deterioration, chafed or
spongy fuel hose, loose or missing fuel hose clamps, damaged fuel tank, or a defective fuel shut-off valve.
Do not start grinder until needed repairs have been completed.
• Gasoline storage. Store gasoline in a cool, dry place in an UL-approved, tightly sealed container away
from children.
Safety – During Use
• Safety equipment / controls. Always operate the grinder with all safety covers, guards, and barriers in
place and in good working order, and all controls properly adjusted for safe operation.
• Controls. Stay in the OPERATOR POSITION while actuating controls. Never attempt to ride or stand on
stump grinder.
• Know how to stop. Know how to stop the grinder quickly if needed by releasing the tether switch. If this
does not work, do the following in order until unit is stopped. 1. Use on/off switch on handle
2. Engage full choke by flooding the engine.
• "Kickback". Machine can experience significant "kickback" when operating or first coming into contact
with the stump.
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