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303 500 / 303 600 /303 800
GRIZZLY
OPERATOR’S INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MODEL: ____________________ ENGINE MODEL: _______________
SERIAL: _____________________ ENGINE SERIAL: _______________
DATE OF PURCHASE: ____________
PURCHASED FROM: __________________________
WARNING: THIS PRODUCT IS DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED TO
PROVIDE SAFE AND DEPENDABLE SERVICE IF OPERATED
ACCORDING TO INSTRUCTIONS. THE MANUFACTURER
PROVIDES THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE AND
CARE OF THIS EQUIPMENT AND RELIES UPON THE
PURCHASER TO SEE TO IT THAT THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE
MADE CLEAR TO THE PERSONS WHO WILL ACTUALLY BE
USING THE EQUIPMENT. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT
IN SERIOUS INJURY OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.
9475 PASCAL GAGNON STREET, ST-LÉONARD, QUEBEC, CANADA
TEL: (514) 325-1260 / 1-888-325-9953 FAX: (514) 325-9952
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GRIZZLY EQUIPMENT
E-MAIL: info@alcor-inc.com Web site: www.grizzlyequip.com
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INDEX
INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................................................................. 3
PREPARATION ............................................................................................................................................................................... 4
OPERATOR; ............................................................................................................................................................................... 4
WEAR PROPER ATTIRE .................................................................................................................................................................. 4
ROOF PREPARATION ..................................................................................................................................................................... 4
INSPECT ROOF DECK ................................................................................................................................................................. 4
WARNING LINE SYSTEM ............................................................................................................................................................ 4
HOISTING TO ROOF ....................................................................................................................................................................... 5
INSPECT THE HOIST ................................................................................................................................................................... 5
CONNECTING TO LIFT RINGS .................................................................................................................................................... 5
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .................................................................................................................................................................. 6
OPERATION ................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Before Operation ...................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Engine Start-Up and Operation ................................................................................................................................................ 7
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The Controls .............................................................................................................................................................................. 8
MAINTENANCE .......................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Blade Installation ...................................................................................................................................................................... 9
SAFETY HAZARDS ........................................................................................................................................................................ 10
Falls ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Burns ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Heavy Lifting ........................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Fire/Explosion ......................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Electrocution ........................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Falling Objects ......................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Flying Objects .......................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Unguarded Machinery ............................................................................................................................................................ 11
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INTRODUCTION
303 500, 303 600, 303 800 PIRANHA ROOF CUTTERS
Thank you for purchasing this quality GRIZZLY product. With proper use and care, the roof cutter will provide many years
of reliable service. For the safety of all job-site personnel it is mandatory that the instructions provided for the use and
handling of the equipment be read and thoroughly understood by the operators.
CAUTION
INTENDED USE; THIS MACHINE IS INTENDED TO BE USED ON FLAT, LEVEL ROOFS ONLY. IT’S SOLE
PURPOSE IS TO CUT FLAT LEVEL BUILT-UP ROOFS FOR THE RE-ROOFING PROCESS
ANY OTHER USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT VOIDS THE MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY AND IS THE SOLE
RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER/USER, SHOULD ANY DAMAGE OR INJURY OCCUR.
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PREPARATION
OPERATOR;
START BY READING AND FULLY UNDERSTANDING OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. IF SOMETHING IS NOT
UNDERSTOOD, HAVE SOMEONE ELSE READ AND EXPLAIN THE INSTRUCTIONS TO THE OPERATOR OR
CALL THE MANUFACTURER FOR INFORMATION. AN UNINFORMED OPERATOR CAN SUBJECT HIMSELF
AND OTHERS TO DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
WEAR PROPER ATTIRE
Safety glasses are recommended and must be worn if any roof cutting or scraping is being done in the vicinity. Safety
glasses and or face shield are also necessary when working with hot stuff.
Wear properly fitting clothes. Tight clothing can restrict movement and slow down reaction time in a dangerous situation.
Loose fitting clothing can be dangerous and cause serious injury if it gets caught in moving mechanical parts. Wear a
long-sleeved shirt, buttoned at the cuffs, safety shoes, and pants without cuffs, and knit wrist type gloves.
A hard hat must be worn by operator when working on a job site.
ROOF PREPARATION
INSPECT ROOF DECK
Before allowing equipment and personnel access to roof, make certain roof is strong enough to support the weight. Check
load limits of deck with owner, builder or architect. Clear the work area of all potentially dangerous obstacles that could
cause personal injury to the operator or others. Keep unauthorized people away from construction area. Check to see that
all roof openings are guarded to protect against falls.
WARNING LINE SYSTEM
When operating parallel to roof edge warning line system must be at least six feet from edge. When operating perpendicular
to edge warning line must be ten feet from roof edge.
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