ASWP14 Stumper Operation
5.2 Stumper Operation
Step Action
Inspect stump and work site Remove:
Nails
Metal objects
Foreign objects
Stones
Wires
Loose chunks of wood.
• Assess potential of underground
obstructions and obtain locates
• Assess work site for ground
conditions and slope
Start stumper • Ensure cutter wheel is free of objects
• Remove transporting pins as per
manufacturer's instructions
Engage cutter wheel • Ensure guards and curtains are in
place
Begin cutting stump (Figure 1) using the
manufacturer's recommended cutting
area
Figure 1
• Monitor work site to ensure no one
enters the area where debris can be
thrown from the machine (Figure 2)
Figure 2
• Monitor the direction of debris to
ensure it stays within the work site
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