Important Safety Instructions - Champion 500137-N Operator's Manual

500137-N - 3 iN. (7.6 cM) chiPPER ShREDDER

iMPORTANT SAfETY iNSTRUcTiONS

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Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a colorless,
odorless, poison gas. Breathing carbon monoxide will cause
nausea, dizziness, fainting or death. If you start to feel dizzy or
weak, get to fresh air immediately.
Operate product outdoors only in a well ventilated area.
DO NOT operate the product inside any building, including
garages, basements, crawlspaces and sheds, enclosure or
compartment.
DO NOT allow exhaust fumes to enter a confined area through
windows, doors, vents or other openings.
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Using an engine indoors Can Kill You in minuTES. Engine
exhaust contains carbon monoxide. This is a poison you cannot
see or smell.
nEVEr use inside a home or garage, EVEn iF doors and
windows are open.
onlY use ouTSiDE and far away from windows, doors,
and vents.
Install battery-operated carbon monoxide alarms or plug-in
carbon monoxide alarms with battery back-up according to the
manufacturer's instructions.
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Rotating parts can entangle hands, feet, hair, clothing and/or
accessories. Traumatic amputation or severe laceration can
result.
Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts.
Tie up long hair and remove jewelry.
Operate equipment with guards in place.
DO NOT wear loose-fitting clothing, dangling drawstrings or
items that could become caught.
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iMPORTANT SAfETY iNSTRUcTiONS
Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start
fires around dry vegetation.
A spark arrestor may be required. The operator should contact
local fire agencies for laws or regulations relating to fire
prevention requirements.
Sparks can result in fire or electrical shock.
When servicing the engine:
Disconnect the spark plug wire and place it where it cannot
contact the plug.
DO NOT check for spark with the plug removed.
Use only approved spark plug testers.
Running engines produce heat. Severe burns can occur on
contact. Combustible material can catch fire on contact.
DO NOT touch hot surfaces.
Avoid contact with hot exhaust gases.
Allow equipment to cool before touching.
Maintain at least 3 ft. (91.4 cm) of clearance on all sides to
ensure adequate cooling.
Maintain at least 5 ft. (1.5 m) of clearance from combustible
materials.
Child, Pet and Bystander Hazard
Do not allow children, pets or bystanders near the work area
or location of the chipper-shredder. This can create potential
distractions and safety hazards. Accidents, damage and injury
could occur. A minimum distance of 75 ft. (22.9 m) from
the chipper-shredder is recommended. Projectiles can also
fly haphazardly in the work area. Only a qualified adult with
complete working knowledge of the product and safety rules
should operate the chipper-shredder and be in the work area.
Projectile Hazard
Pieces of debris may be ejected from the chipper-shredder
while operating. Be alert.
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