14
2�6 OPERATING SAFETY
1. When operating this equipment always have
at least 2 operators present and trained in
safe operation of the machine. All operators
must be completely familiar with all com-
ponents of the machine and their function.
Never allow the machine to be operated by
a lone operator!
2. Please remember it is important that you read
and heed the safety signs on the Trailer Wood
Chipper. Clean or replace all safety signs if
they cannot be clearly read and understood.
They are there for your safety, as well as the
safety of others. The safe use of this machine
is strictly up to you, the operator.
3. All things with moving parts are potentially
hazardous. There is no substitute for a cau-
tious, safe-minded operator who recognizes
potential hazards and follows reasonable
safety practices. The manufacturer has de-
signed this Trailer Wood Chipper to be used
with all its safety equipment properly attached,
to minimize the chance of accidents. Read
and understand operator's manual before
starting, to make sure you have all safety
equipment attached and operational.
4. Close and secure all covers, guards, deec-
tors and shields before starting and operating.
5. Personal protection equipment including hear-
ing protection, hard hat, safety glasses, safety
shoes, and gloves are recommended during
assembly, installation, operation, adjustment,
maintaining, repairing, removal, or moving.
Do not allow long hair, loose-tting clothing, or
jewellery to be around moving parts.
6. Keep hydraulic lines and ttings tight, in good
condition and free of leaks.
7. Inspect electrical harness, sensors and con-
troller to ensure they are in good condition
before operating to maintain control.
8. Never place any part of your body where it
would be in danger if movement should occur
during assembly, installation, operation, main-
tenance, repairing, unplugging or moving.
9. Do not run machine inside a closed building to
prevent asphyxiation from engine exhaust.
10. Use care when feeding material into chipper.
Do not send metal, bottles, cans, rocks, glass
or other foreign material into wood chipper. If
foreign material enters chipper, stop machine,
turn engine off and place ignition key in your
pocket and wait for all moving parts to stop
before removing material and/or unplugging.
Inspect machine for damaged or loose parts
before resuming work.
11. Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs which
can hinder alertness or coordination while
operating this equipment. Consult your doctor
about operating this machine while taking
prescription medications.
12. Do not climb or sit on machine when operat-
ing. Keep proper balance and footing at all
times.
13. Never allow children or unauthorized people
to operate or be around this machine.
14. Do not reach into rollers or feed hopper open-
ings when the engine is running. Inspect and
secure access covers before starting engine.
15. Keep the working area clean and free of de-
bris to prevent tripping. Operate only on level
ground.
16. Do not point discharge at people, animals or
buildings. Rotor can expel wood chips fast
enough to cause injury.