SAFETY
While in Operation
1. Know how to shut the machine off in an emergency.
2. The operator must never leave the controls while the machine is in operation.
3. Never let clothing, long hair, jewelry, etc hang loosely. It is possible that they can become dangerously
entangled in the moving parts or in the controls of the machine.
4. Keep head,hands,and feet away from moving parts at all times.
5. The engine should not be started within a building unless it is properly ventilated so as to eliminate the
breathing of exhaust fumes,which can cause death.
6. Check for proper operation of all controls and protective devices while operating them slowly.
7. Extreme caution must be exercised when cutting stumps on slopes, as the machine may shift or slide
unpredictably. Never attempt to cut with the machine uphill or downhill from your person. The machine
may slide toward you,or you may fall toward the machine. Cut only on a slope from the side. Never attempt
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to cut on a slope exceeding 15
8. Never operate the machine after dark.
9. Wear appropriate safety equipment, including protective eyeglasses, face shield, protective footwear, and
hearing protection.
10. For safety,local or job site operating directives may require a greater distance from obstacles.
11. Keep eye contact with cutting wheel at all times that it is rotating.
12. Use only the front lower portion of the cutting wheel below the shaft. Never undercut the stump,or use the
upper portion of the wheel for cutting purposes.
13. Occasionally,a curtain may become displaced in such a way as to leave a normally covered area exposed. Shut
down the machine immediately if it occurs,and reposition the curtain before continuing operation.
14. Ensure that everyone in the vicinity is aware of the DANGER ZONE associated with this machine. (See
BEFORE STARTINGTHE ENGINE section). You and they must avoid the DANGER ZONE at all times when
the machine is in operation.
C500 Stump Grinder
C500/0704/OP/7
