ASWP13 Brush Chipper Operation
Step Action
Feed brush into chipper • Ensure that hands and loose clothing do not
become entangled with the brush
• Do not stand directly behind the in-feed chute
of the chipper
• Do not feed chipper from the roadside
• Turn away from roadside to retrieve more
brush
• Do not place hands or feet inside chipper in-
feed chute
• Larger limbs should be cut into smaller pieces
to allow freer movement into chipper
Free stuck limbs • Limbs lodged in machine can be freed by
operating the directional control lever (if
equipped)
Note: For chippers with no directional control valve,
follow the Removing Blockage section below.
5.3 Emergency Shut Down of Chipper
Step Action
Refer to manufacturer's instruction for
further specific information
Move directional control arm to the neutral
position
– If equipped
• Stop movement of the in-feed rollers
Move directional control arm to the neutral
position
– If equipped
• Shut down machine to stop knives
5.4 Removing Blockage (Chipper)
Step Action
Shut down chipper • Shut down chipper
• Secure chipper using Lock Out
Procedures
Follow manufacturer's instructions for
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