DR Power 8 FPT - Manual (Page 6)

6 DR ® CHIPPER/SHREDDER
General Safety
Operating this CHIPPER/SHREDDER safely is necessary to prevent or minimize the risk of death or serious injury. Unsafe
operation can create a number of hazards for you. Always take the following precautions when operating this machine:
 Your CHIPPER/SHREDDER is a powerful tool, not a plaything. Exercise extreme caution at all times. The machine is
designed to chip wood and shred most organic materials. Do not use it for any other purpose.
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Thoroughly inspect the area in which you will be working and remove all foreign objects. Look for rope, wire, etc., and remove
these objects before chipping/shredding. Inserting these objects into the CHIPPER/SHREDDER Hopper could damage the
machine and/or cause injury.
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Know how to stop the CHIPPER/SHREDDER quickly; see “Stopping the Engine” in Chapter 3.
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Never operate your unit on a slippery, wet, muddy, or icy surface. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
 See manufacturer’s instructions for proper operation and installation of accessories. Only use accessories approved by DR
Power Equipment.
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Never use the machine without ensuring that all guards and shields are in place.
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Never, under any conditions, remove, bend, cut, fit, weld, or otherwise alter standard parts on the CHIPPER/SHREDDER.
This includes all shields and guards. Modifications to your machine could cause personal injuries and property damage and
will void your warranty.
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Never use the machine with the Hopper(s) or Discharge Chute removed.
 Never place any part of your body in the CHIPPER/SHREDDER Hopper(s), discharge opening, or near any moving part while
the machine is running. Keep the area of discharge clear of anything that will obstruct a clear discharge. Wind can also
change discharge direction, so be aware. If it becomes necessary to push material into the CHIPPER/SHREDDER Hopper(s),
use a small diameter stick, NOT WITH YOUR HANDS.
 Keep your face and body back from the CHIPPER/SHREDDER Hopper(s) to avoid accidental bounce back of any material.
 Do not allow an accumulation of processed material to build up in the discharge area as this will prevent proper discharge
and can result in kickback from the CHIPPER/SHREDDER Hopper(s).
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Allow only one person to operate the CHIPPER/SHREDDER at any time.
 Always operate the machine from the Operator Zone (see Figure 10 on page 13). Never pass or stand on the discharge side
of the machine when the Engine is running or the Flywheel is turning.
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If the machine should start making an unusual noise or vibration, shut down the Engine, disconnect the Spark Plug Wire,
keeping it away from the Spark Plug to prevent accidental starting, wait 5 minutes, then inspect for damage. Vibration is
generally a warning of trouble. Check for damaged parts and clean, repair, and/or replace as necessary.
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Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.
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Never try to pick up, move, or transport the machine while the Engine is running or the Flywheel is turning.
 Before performing any maintenance or inspection procedure on the CHIPPER/SHREDDER, shut the Engine OFF, remove the
Spark Plug Wire, and keep it away from the Spark Plug.
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Never allow people who do not understand and/or have not read this Safety and Operating Instructions Manual to use the
CHIPPER/SHREDDER. Allow only responsible individuals who are familiar with these rules of safe operation to use your
machine.
 Never overload or attempt to Chip or Shred material beyond the manufacturer’s recommendation. Personal injury or damage
to the machine could result.
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While using the CHIPPER/SHREDDER, don't hurry or take things for granted. When in doubt about the equipment or your
surroundings, stop the machine and take the time to look things over.
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Never operate the machine when under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
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Use the machine only in daylight.
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Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
 Keep all nuts and bolts tight and keep the equipment in good operating condition.