Rules For Safe Operation; Training; Preparation; Safe Maintenance And Storage - Craftsman 247.796893 Owner's Manual

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A IN To reduce the potential for'any injury, comply with the following safety instruc-
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RULES FOR SAFEOPERATION .....
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i before-: attempting to assemble or operate this • 2. ff the cutting mechanism strikes any foreign object =i
_ machine. Be completely familiar with the controls '::r,:;0r i f your machine should start making anunusual
'_,: and the proper use of this machinebefore operating 'i _r_' _ =_' :_ _i_,noise or vibration, immad ately Stopthe engine and .ir
it: Keep this manual in a safe p ace for future and _ disconnectthe :spark plug wire fr0mthe spark plug_
regular reference and for ordering replacement ..... .............. Allow the machine to stop and take the following=
parts.
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2. Children must never be altowed to operatethis :, _= ,I_A. Inspect for damage, : ;
equipment. ;,: _ i,!=_ Replace orrepair any damaged partsl ....
3. ,No one should operate this unit while intoxicated or,:: c: Check for any loose parts and tighten to assure
while taking medication that impairs the
sensesoI;r:; :!_
i-i!: continued safe operation. _ _ . _-i
reactions. ,,_: 3, !_The engine must be kept clean of debris and other,li:
4.i This equipment should never be operated in the ;_ _accumulations.
i: vicinity Of children, pets or other persons,
5, Never run your machine in an enclosed area as the
exhaust from the engine contains carbon monox-
id;_,,_which is an odorless, tasteless and deadly
poisonous gas.
6, Never allow your hands or any part of your body or
clothing inside the feeding chamber, discharge
. chute, or near any moving part while the machine
or engine is running,
7. If it is necessary for any reason to inspect or repair
the feeding chamber or any part of the machine
where a moving part can come in contact with your
=, . body or clothing, stop the machine, allow it to cool,
.... and disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark
.... plug:before attempting such insPeCtion or rep_iir.
PREPARATION
1. Wear safety glasses provided with your unit
while operating the chipper-shredder to prevent in-
jury from any chips which may be ejected outof
the openings.
2. Wear proper apparel. Avoid wearing loose fitting
clothing, Wear gloves when handling material,
3. HANDLE FUEL WITH CARE as gasoline is an
extremely flammable fuel,
A. Check the fuel before starting the engin_ Do
not fill the fuel tank indoors, while the engine
is running, or while the engine is still hot. Turn
the unit off and let the engine cool before
refueling.
B. Fuel your chipper-shredder in a clean area. Do
not smoke while refueling.
.... C. Fuel tank cap must be secure at all times
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except during refueling.
D. Avoid spillir_ggasoline or oil. Wipe the unit
clean of any spilled fuel or oil.
E. Store fuel and oil in approvedcontainers, away
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from,heat or open flame, and out of reach of
children.
4. This machine should be operated only upon a
level earthen surface.
5. Assure that all screws, nuts and bolts and other
_ fasteners are property secured.
=OPERATION
'i. _= When feeding shreddable material into this equip-
ment, be extemely careful that pieces of metal,
4. Do not allow an accumulation of processed material
to build up in the discharge area as this will pre-
vent proper discharge and can result in kick-back
from feed opening.
5. Never allow your hands or any other part of your
body or clothing inside the feeding chamber,
discharge chute or near any moving part while the
engine _s running.
6, Keep all .guards and deflectors in place and in
good working condition to assure continued safe
operation.
7, Always stand clear of the discharge area when
operating this machin_
8. Keep your face and body back from the feed
opening to avoid accidentatbounce back of any
material.
9. Do not over:reach.: Keep proper balance, and
footing at all times.
10. The engine governor settings on your machine
must not be altered, changed, or tampered with.
The governor controlsthe maximum safe operating
speeds and protects theengine and all moving
parts from damage caused by overspeed.
11. Do not transport machine while engine is running.
12. Do not operate=engine if air Cleaner or cover
directly over carburetor air it_take is removes,
except for adjustment. Removal of such parts
could create afire hazard.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1. When this equipment is stopped for servicing,
inspection, storage or to change an accessory,
make sure the spark plug wire is disc0nnectedfrom
the spark plug. The machine should be allowed to
cool down before making such inspection, ad-
justments, service, etc Maintain your machine with
care and keep it clean for the best and continued
safe operation.
2. Do not use flammable solutions to clean the air
filter,
3. When not in use, your machine should be storedout
of the reach of children, Keep where gasolinefumes
will not reach an open flame or spark. For long
periods of storage, the gasoline should be drained
and disposed in a safe manner. Always allow the
machine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
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