Safety Instructions - Nakayama PRO GS8700 Manual

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Warning: Read the manual carefully before use. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in damage to the unit,
physical injury and/or damage to property. Store the manual in a safe place for future reference.
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Wear eye protection.
Wear safety, non-slip footwear.
General safety instructions
Warning: Exhaust fumes emitted by the unit as well as wood dust and gasoline vapors contain chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm.
• Place the unit on a flat, level, sturdy surface capable of supporting the weight of the unit and of any additional tools and equipment.
• Do not attempt to use the machine on a slope or slippery surface.
• Dress appropriately when operating the machine. Always wear sturdy footwear and safety goggles. Never wear sandals, sneakers or open shoes, and never
operate the branch cutter with bare feet. Do not wear loose clothing that might get caught in moving parts.
• Never place your hands, fingers, feet, or any other part of your body close to the discharge chute while the machine is in operation.
• Do not look into the feed hopper, chipper chute or discharge chute when the machine is running.
• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the unit. Keep children away from the equipment, especially while it is
operating.
• Be sure the area is clear of other persons before operating. Stop the unit if anyone enters the area.
• Always maintain secure footing and solid balance while starting or operating the unit. Never lean directly over the machine.
• Operate the machine only in daylight or good artificial light.
• Do not operate the unit while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Always wear eye and hearing protection when operating the unit.
• Keep in mind the operator is responsible for accidents occurring to other people or property.
• Never operate the machine without proper guards, plates, or other safety protective devices in place.
• Thoroughly inspect where the equipment is to be used and remove all foreign objects.
• Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
Product specific safety
Warning:
• The unit's spinning blades can amputate hands and feet. Do not place hands or feet in the feed hopper, chipper cone or discharge chute.
• The unit discharges debris at high speeds. Always protective goggles and do not operate the unit without the collection bag in place.
• Organize the work area prior to starting work.
• Never leave the machine running unattended. Always turn off the engine, wait for the rotor to come to a complete stop and disconnect the spark plug before
leaving the area. Always move the unit to a safe storage area when not in use.
• Never direct discharge material toward anyone. Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet back toward the operator.
• Always stand to the side of the chipper cone when feeding tree limbs and branches into the unit, as tree limbs, branches, and harder woods may kick back
while being chipped.
• Always keep hands out of the chipper cone and shredder hopper when feeding materials. Never wrap fingers tightly around branches as you are feeding
them into the unit.
• Never allow material to build up in the discharge area or shredding chamber, as this may cause new material being fed into the machine to kickback with
sufficient force to injure you or other bystanders.
• Never allow material to build up around the engine during operation of the unit. This could result in a fire, or overheating of the engine.
• Never attempt to reposition or move the branch cutter unit while it is running. Doing so could cause the machine to tip over, and reaching to steady the unit
could result in accidental insertion of your hands into the chipper cone or shredder hopper areas.
• Never continue to operate the machine if it starts making unusual noise or vibration. Shut the engine off immediately, allow the rotor to stop, disconnect
the spark plug wire and secure the wire away from the spark plug. Inspect the unit for any signs of damage or foreign material in the chipping or shredding
areas. Remove any solid material that may be preventing the unit from operating properly.
• Never attempt to clear clogs from the chipper cone, shredder hopper or discharge chute while the unit is running. Always shut the engine off and allow the
rotor to come to a complete stop before removing excess materials.
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Wear hearing protection.
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