DR Power TreeChopper User Manual
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Protecting yourself and those around you (continued)
Never cut trees near power lines, gas lines, or any other obstacle that may pose a fire, explosion, or electrical hazard. Never
assume a tree will fall where you intend it to.
Always stop the ATV, place the transmission in park (when applicable) set the parking brake, replace the blade guard and
lower the TreeChopper to the ground prior to allowing another person or pet to approach.
Never allow passengers to ride on the ATV while the TreeChopper is installed on the machine, even if the ATV is designed to
safely transport passengers.
Prior to chopping trees inspect the area you will be intending to cut in for any debris or objects that may pose a hazard.
Inspect all trees prior to chopping them by following the practices outlined in the TreeChopper operation manual.
Never attempt to cut a tree without first surveying the tree for branches that may cause an impalement hazard. Remove all
branches that pose such hazards prior to cutting. Failure to do so can cause serious injury or even death.
Always inspect the tree(s) you are intending to cut for ingrown hazards such as rocks, metal rebar, or fencing. Never attempt
to cut a tree that has an ingrown object.
Do not operate the ATV on slopes greater than 10° with the TreeChopper installed.
Always begin cutting on small diameter trees that are in the early stages of growth to learn the characteristics and techniques
of the TreeChopper equipped to your atv
Never operate the atv with one hand while the TreeChopper is mounted
Always approach all ravines, pot holes and ditches at a slow speed and head on to prevent rollover. Avoid all obstacles and
never attempt to chop a tree that lies near or in a ravine, ditch or other hazardous terrain feature.
Do not operate your TreeChopper with material wedged in the blades. Safely remove any stuck or jammed material prior to
using your TreeChopper. Once material is removed, inspect your TreeChopper Blades for damage, alignment, and spacing.
Never stand or ride on the TreeChopper head or chassis – never allow passengers or bystanders to do so either.
Always reinstall the blade guard after use and prior to transport. The blade guard should only be removed prior to cutting
trees and should be promptly reinstalled after use.
Never operate the TreeChopper without first inspecting all hardware connections for bent bolts, missing hardware, or
loosened components. Tighten or replace before use with DR components.
Learn to properly operate your ATV prior to using your TreeChopper.
Prior to and after use, always check the condition of the cutting blades. Sharpen or replace any damaged blade per the
instructions found in your operators manual.
When readying to cut a tree make sure you are firmly seated on the ATV. Never attempt to cut a tree in a slightly raised or
standing position.
Your TreeChopper is a powerful tool, not a plaything. Exercise extreme caution at all times. The machine is designed to chop
small trees. Do not use it for any other purpose.
Always follow ATV warning and riding instructions in your ATV manual. Failure to read your ATV manual could result in
personal injury or equipment damage.
Do not attempt to cut Trees with trunks larger than a 4 inch diameter.
Prior to use, check the TreeChopper to be sure all bolts are tight and the blades are properly adjusted. Floating head bolts
should be snug, but loose enough to allow the head to float and follow the contours of the ground.
Approach trees to be cut from a safe distance, approximately 10 feet.
Approach tree at a safe speed and accelerate through the tree during cutting.
Know how to stop your ATV quickly; see your ATV owners Manual.
Never operate TreeChopper in slippery, wet, muddy, or icy conditions.
See manufacturer’s instructions for proper operation and installation of accessories. Only use accessories approved by DR
Power Equipment.
Never use the machine without ensuring that all guards and shields are in place.
Never, under any conditions, remove, bend, cut, fit, weld, or otherwise alter standard parts on the TreeChopper. This
includes all shields and guards. Modifications to your machine could cause personal injuries and property damage and will
void your warranty.