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- Page 1 4.5 INCH CHIPPER CH45540 – 540 PTO Gravity Feed PN: 14783-00 Rev. 010113 bearcatproducts.com Companion to 14784-00 Range: D00001 - Current...
- Page 2 Please read and understand this manual before operating your machine. If you have any questions or comments about this manual, please call us toll-free at 1.888.625.4520. If you have any questions or problems with your machine, please call or write your local authorized ECHO Bear Cat dealer.
- Page 3 Repair or attempted repair by anyone other than an authorized ECHO Bear Cat dealer as well as subsequent failure or damage that may occur as a result of that work will not be paid under this warranty.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY ................................... 1 1.1 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL ..............................1 1.2 BEFORE OPERATING ................................1 1.3 OPERATION SAFETY ................................2 1.4 PTO SAFETY ..................................3 1.5 MAINTENANCE/STORAGE SAFETY ..........................3 1.6 SAFETY DECALS ................................. 4 1.7 SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS ............................. 5 ASSEMBLY................................ -
Page 5: Safety Alert Symbol
SAFETY Section 2. Familiarize yourself with all of the safety and 1.1 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL operating decals on this equipment and on any of its attachments or accessories. 3. Keep safety decals clean and legible. Replace missing or illegible safety decals. 4. -
Page 6: Operation Safety
SAFETY 1.3 OPERATION SAFETY 1.4 PTO SAFETY 1. Always stand clear of discharge area when operating 1. Read and follow instructions on PTO safety decals. this machine. Keep face and body away from feed 2. Stay alert and pay attention when PTO is operating. and discharge openings. -
Page 7: Safety Decals
SAFETY 1.6 SAFETY DECALS See Section 1.7 for decal locations. Familiarize yourself with all of the safety and operating decals on the machine and the associated hazards. See the engine owner’s manual or contact the engine manufacturer for engine safety instructions and decals. -
Page 8: Safety Decal Locations
SAFETY 1.7 SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS The numbers below correspond to the decals in Section 1.6. Make certain that all safety and operating decals on this machine are kept clean and in good condition. Decals that need replacement must be applied to their original locations. *Decal located on housing 4.5 INCH CHIPPER... -
Page 9: Assembly
ASSEMBLY Section 2.2 CHUTE ASSEMBLY WARNING Attach the chipper chute to the chipper housing using four If any bolts or nuts are dropped in the machine, be 3/8" × 1" carriage bolts, washers and locknuts (Figure sure to remove them before starting the machine. 2.3). -
Page 10: Connect To Pto Driveline
ASSEMBLY 2.4 CONNECT TO PTO DRIVELINE IMPORTANT The driveline supplied with this machine may need to be ● The tractor must have a standard 540 RPM PTO cut to a shorter length for proper operation with the tractor shaft. being used. To determine if driveline will need to be cut, ●... -
Page 11: Features & Controls
FEATURES & CONTROLS Section Understanding how your machine works will help you achieve the best results when using your chipper. The following descriptions define the features and controls of your machine. 1. CHUTE EXTENSION TRAY 6. PTO DRIVESHAFT CE compliant models. An additional safety feature Connects chipper to tractor PTO shaft. - Page 12 FEATURES & CONTROLS 4.5 INCH CHIPPER...
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Page 13: Operation
OPERATION Section As with any other piece of outdoor equipment, getting the WARNING feel for how your machine operates and getting to know the best techniques for particular jobs are important to Before operating your machine, be sure you read overall good performance. -
Page 14: Chipper Operation Guidelines
OPERATION 4.3 CHIPPER OPERATION GUIDELINES 9. ALWAYS place limb, butt end first, into the WARNING chipper chute until it contacts the chipper blades. The actual feed rate of the limb into the chipper will Read and follow all safety instructions in this manual. depend on the type of material fed and sharpness of Failure to operate the machine in accordance with the cutting blades. -
Page 15: Service & Maintenance
SERVICE & MAINTENANCE Section 5.1 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The items listed in this service and maintenance schedule are to be checked, and if necessary, corrective action taken. This schedule is designed for units operating under normal conditions. If the unit is operating in adverse or severe conditions, it may be necessary for the items to be checked and serviced more frequently. -
Page 16: Rotor Lock
SERVICE & MAINTENANCE WARNING BEFORE INSPECTING OR SERVICING ANY PART OF THIS MACHINE, SHUT OFF POWER SOURCE, AND MAKE SURE ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. Before you sharpen the chipping blades, check for 5.2 ROTOR LOCK permanent damage. -
Page 17: Sharpening The Blades
SERVICE & MAINTENANCE WARNING BEFORE INSPECTING OR SERVICING ANY PART OF THIS MACHINE, SHUT OFF POWER SOURCE, AND MAKE SURE ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. 3. Using blade hardware access hole (see Figure 5.2), remove the two bolts that hold the blade to the rotor. The hardware can be reused. -
Page 18: Clearing A Plugged Rotor
SERVICE & MAINTENANCE WARNING BEFORE INSPECTING OR SERVICING ANY PART OF THIS MACHINE, SHUT OFF POWER SOURCE, AND MAKE SURE ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. 2. Measure the amount of clearance between the 5.8 CLEARING A PLUGGED ROTOR chipping blade and chipper anvil from inside of the chipper housing. -
Page 19: Drive Belts
SERVICE & MAINTENANCE WARNING BEFORE INSPECTING OR SERVICING ANY PART OF THIS MACHINE, SHUT OFF POWER SOURCE, AND MAKE SURE ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. 5.10 DRIVE BELTS 5.10.1 DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT Check the condition of the drive belt annually or after every 25 hours of operation, whichever comes first. -
Page 20: Rotor Bearings
SERVICE & MAINTENANCE WARNING BEFORE INSPECTING OR SERVICING ANY PART OF THIS MACHINE, SHUT OFF POWER SOURCE, AND MAKE SURE ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. 6. Remove the 3/8" × 3-1/2" hex bolt, washer and 6. Remove the front bearing snap rings and loosen the nut securing the idler pulley to the idler weldment. -
Page 21: Lubrication
SERVICE & MAINTENANCE WARNING BEFORE INSPECTING OR SERVICING ANY PART OF THIS MACHINE, SHUT OFF POWER SOURCE, AND MAKE SURE ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. 5.12 LUBRICATION WARNING NOTE Do not over grease bearings. Overfilling can lead to Polyurea lithium-based greases... -
Page 22: Troubleshooting
Section Before performing any of the corrections in this troubleshooting chart, refer to the appropriate information contained in this manual for the correct safety precautions and operating or maintenance procedures. Contact your dealer or ECHO Bear Cat for service problems with the machine. - Page 23 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES REMEDY Check drive belts and pulleys for bad or Drive system vibration worn areas. Check for dull chipper blades or shredder knives. Inspect rotor for broken or missing chipper Excessive vibration blades and shredder knives; replace if while running Rotor out of balance needed.
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Page 24: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Section DESCRIPTION ENGLISH METRIC Machine Dimensions (L×W×H) 40" × 40" × 44" 102 cm × 102 cm × 112 cm Weight 361 lbs. 164 kg Maximum Chipper Capacity 4.5" diameter 11.4 cm diameter Chipper Blades 2 reversible (5" × 4" × 0.5") 2 reversible (12.7 cm ×... -
Page 25: Bolt Torque
SPECIFICATIONS 7.1 BOLT TORQUE The tables below are for reference purposes only and their use by anyone is entirely voluntary, unless otherwise noted. Reliance on their content for any purpose is at the sole risk of that person and any loss or damage resulting from the use of this information is the responsibility of that person. -
Page 26: Options
OPTIONS Section PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 74634-00 KIT, 4-1/2 CHIPPER DISCHARGE 76295-00 KIT, 4-1/2 CHIPPER BLADE (1/2") Chipper Blade Kit, 76295-00 Orchard Discharge Chute, 74634-00 4.5 INCH CHIPPER... - Page 27 ECHO Bear Cat ® bearcatproducts.com 237 NW 12th Street, West Fargo, ND 58078-0849 Phone: 701.282.5520 • Toll Free: 888.625.4520 • Fax: 701.282.9522 E-mail: service@bearcatproducts.com • sales@bearcatproducts.com...