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DR 10 HP CHIPPER
SAFETY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE OPERATING THIS CHIPPER.
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and congratulations on your purchase of a new DR 10 HP CHIPPER! We have done our utmost to ensure that your DR 10 HP CHIPPER will be one of the most trouble-free and satisfying pieces of equipment you have ever owned. Please let us know of any questions you may have. We want to answer or correct them as quickly as possible. When you do call, please have your serial number and/or order number handy. For technical assistance, please call Toll-Free 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) and one of
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Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 ................................................................................................................................................ 1 INTRODUCING THE DR 10 HP CHIPPER.......................................................................................... 1 Conventions used in this manual ........................................................................................................ 1 CHAPTER 2 .............................................
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CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCING THE DR 10 HP CHIPPER This manual will help you set up and safely operate your new DR 10 HP CHIPPER. Careful adherence to the safety and operating instructions in this manual will ensure many years of productive use. Please let us know of any questions you may have. We want to answer them as quickly as possible. When you do call, please have your serial number and/or order number handy. For technical assistance, please call Toll-Free 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) a
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CHAPTER 2 GENERAL SAFETY RULES • READ THIS SAFETY & OPERATING MANUAL BEFORE YOU USE THE DR 10 HP CHIPPER. BECOME FAMILIAR WITH THE OPERATION AND SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS TO ENSURE THE BEST PERFORMANCE FROM YOUR MACHINE. • 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. INSERTING THESE OBJECTS INTO THE CHIPPER COULD DAMAGE THE MACHINE AND/OR CAUSE INJURY. • THIS IS A HIGH-P
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ALWAYS turn OFF the engine, wait five (5) minutes to make certain the flywheel and all moving parts have come to a complete stop and cool and then disconnect the spark plug wire before opening this access panel. (#080-0970) To avoid injury, keep your hands and feet out of the Inlet and Discharge Chutes. (#091-0055) To avoid injury, never remove the protective cover while the flywheel is turning. (#091- 0059) To avoid injury, keep your hands and feet out of the Inlet Chute.
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ALWAYS turn OFF the engine, wait five (5) minutes to make certain the flywheel and all moving parts have come to a complete stop and cool, and then disconnect the spark plug wire before servicing the machine. (#091-0381) WARNING: Check Oil Always check the engine oil before starting the DR 10 HP CHIPPER. Before Starting Engine (#091-0256) CAUTION CLUTCH DAMAGE DUE TO ENGINE OVERLOAD CAN BE VERY COSTLY AND MAY NOT BE COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. Always use care when loading the DR 10 HP
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Protecting Yourself and Those Around You THIS IS A HIGH-POWERED MACHINE, WITH MOVING PARTS OPERATING WITH HIGH ENERGY AT HIGH SPEEDS. YOU MUST OPERATE THE MACHINE SAFELY. UNSAFE OPERATION CAN CREATE A NUMBER OF HAZARDS FOR YOU, AS WELL AS ANYONE ELSE IN THE NEARBY AREA. ALWAYS TAKE THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING THIS MACHINE: • ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE GOGGLES OR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE SHIELDS WHILE CHIPPING WOOD TO PROTECT YOUR EYES FROM POSSIBLE THROWN DEBRIS. • AVOID WEA
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Safety for Children and Pets TRAGIC ACCIDENTS CAN OCCUR IF THE OPERATOR IS NOT ALERT TO THE PRESENCE OF CHILDREN AND PETS. CHILDREN ARE OFTEN ATTRACTED TO THE MACHINE AND THE CHIPPING ACTIVITY. NEVER ASSUME THAT CHILDREN WILL REMAIN WHERE YOU LAST SAW THEM. ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS: • KEEP CHILDREN AND PETS OUT OF THE WORKING AREA AND UNDER THE WATCHFUL CARE OF A RESPONSIBLE ADULT. • BE ALERT AND TURN THE MACHINE OFF IF CHILDREN OR PETS ENTER THE WORK AREA. • NEVER ALLOW
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General Safety THE CHIPPER MUST BE OPERATED SAFELY 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 CHIPPER: • KEEP IN MIND THAT THE OPERATOR OR USER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENTS OR HAZARDS OCCURRING TO OTHER PEOPLE, THEIR PROPERTY, AND THEMSELVES. • YOUR DR 10 HP CHIPPER IS A POWERFUL TOOL, NOT A PLAYTHING. EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION AT ALL TIMES. THE DESIGN
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• NEVER OVERLOAD OR ATTEMPT TO CHIP MATERIAL BEYOND THE MANUFACTURER’S RECOMMENDATION; SEE PAGE 21. PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE MACHINE COULD RESULT. • WHILE USING THE DR 10 HP CHIPPER, DO NOT 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. • NEVER OPERATE THE MACHINE WHEN UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL, DRUGS, OR MEDICATION. • USE THE MACHINE ONLY IN DAYLIGHT. • KEEP ALL NUTS
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CHAPTER 3 SETTING UP YOUR DR 10 HP CHIPPER This chapter outlines unpacking and a few simple steps you will need to follow to set up your new machine before you use it. If you have any questions at all, please feel free to contact our Customer Service Representatives at our toll free number: 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637). Unpacking NOTE: We recommend two people for unpacking as the unit weighs 207 pounds. Tools and Supplies Needed: • Gloves • Metal Shears (Side Cutters) • Eye Protection
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• WEAR EYE PROTECTION WHEN CUTTING THE BANDING. THE BANDING MAY HAVE A LOT OF TENSION ON IT AND MAY SNAP AND CUT YOU. ALWAYS STAND TO ONE SIDE WHEN CUTTING THE BAND. • STABILIZE THE SHIPPING CONTAINER ON CLEAN FLAT TERRAIN BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO UNPACK AND ASSEMBLE THE MACHINE. 1. Pry off the crate and cut any bands holding the machine to the pallet. Be careful when cutting the banding. 2. Remove the Parts Box, containing the Chipper Hopper, assembly hardware, manuals etc. from the
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Attaching the Chipper Hopper Tool Needed: • (2) 1/2" Wrench or Socket Tip: Insert a towel or large rag into the opening to keep the Bolts from falling into the Chipper. 1. Attach the Chipper Hopper to the machine using four (4) 5/16"-18 x 3/4" Carriage Bolts, four (4) 5/16" Flat Washers and four (4) 5/16"-18 Nylon Lock Nuts. NOTE: Be sure to insert the bolts from the inside of the Chipper Hopper so that the threads are sticking out (Figure 1). 2. Install a Flat Washer, then a Lock Nu
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Adding the Engine Oil and Gasoline • YOU MUST ADD OIL BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE. THIS MACHINE SHIPPED WITHOUT OIL. TRACES OF OIL MAY BE IN THE RESERVOIR FROM FACTORY TESTING, BUT YOU MUST ADD OIL BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE. FILL THE RESERVOIR SLOWLY CHECKING THE DIPSTICK FREQUENTLY TO AVOID OVERFILLING. • TO GET AN ACCURATE READING WHEN CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL: ⇒ THE MACHINE SHOULD BE ON A LEVEL SURFACE. ⇒ THE DIPSTICK SHOULD BE SCREWED DOWN ON BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINES. Cap
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