How Do You Use A Tree Stump Grinder?
If you have plans for your yard and need a level surface, you may have to remove that ancient tree stump. You can rent a tree stump grinder to get the obstacle and its roots out of the ground. Familiarize yourself with the parts of the tree stump grinder. The control panel has the ignition and the controls for operating the tree stump grinder. The blade that chops the stump into pieces is the grinder wheel which has many sharp teeth. The hydraulic lever raises, lowers and moves the grinder wheel side-to-side. Remove all rocks and debris away from the stump and surrounding it to avoid damages to the grinder wheel. To make the task easier, use a chainsaw to cut as much of the stump off as you can. Position the tree stump grinder in front of the stump. Raise the grinder wheel a few inches above the stump, close to the edge of the stump. Spin the grinder wheel and lower it into the stump. Move the wheel side-to-side to clear out wood chips and raise the wheel, moving farther into the tree
