- EqUIPMENT DAMAGE - DAMAGE TO PROPERTY - 3RD PARTY INjURIES This manual covers the operation and maintenance of the Timberwolf TW 280TFTR. All information in this manual is based on the latest product information available at the time of purchase.
TIMBERWOLF TW 280TFTR The Timberwolf TW 280TFTR Designed to chip solid wood material up to 200mm in diameter and capable of chipping up to 6.5 tonnes of brushwood per hour. DIMENSIONS Serial No. Location The serial number can be found...
TIMBERWOLF SAFE WORKING TW 280TFTR WARNING The chipper will feed material through on its own. To do this, it relies on sharp blades both on the feed rollers and the chipper rotor. To keep the blades sharp, only feed the machine with clean brushwood. DO NOT put muddy/dirty wood, roots, potted plants, bricks, stones or metal into the chipper.
TIMBERWOLF SAFE WORKING ü TW 280TFTR GENERAL SAFETY MATTERS D O ’ S A N D D O N ’ T S ALWAYS stop the chipper engine before making DO NOT operate chipper unless available light is any adjustments, refuelling or cleaning.
TIMBERWOLF SAFE WORKING TW 280TFTR NOISE TEST MACHINE: TW 280TFTR NOTES: Tested chipping 200mm x 200mm corsican pine 1.5m in length Noise levels above 80dB (A) will be experienced at the working position. Wear ear protection at all times to prevent possible damage to hearing. All persons within a 4 metre radius must also wear good quality ear protection.
TW 280TFTR DELIVERY All Timberwolf TW 280TFTR machines have a full pre - delivery inspection before leaving the factory and are ready to use. Read and understand this instruction manual before attempting to operate the chipper. In particular, read pages 5-7 which contain important health and safety information and advice.
EMERGENCY STOPPING There are two ways of stopping the TW 280TFTR chipper in the event of an emergency. STOPPING THE ROLLERS -Activating the red safety bar will stop the rollers immediately. To restart the rollers, just push the green forward button or blue reverse button.
TIMBERWOLF OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TW 280TFTR CRAWLER TRACK CONTROLS NEVER LEAVE THE CHIPPER ON A SLOPE UNATTENDED. WARNING The chipper is designed to operate in either chipper or crawler mode, but not both at the same time. CHIPPING MODE Power is available to the feed rollers. The cutting disc is rotating but the unit is stationary.
TIMBERWOLF OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TW 280TFTR BEFORE USING THE CHIPPER IT IS ESSENTIAL TO CARRY OUT THE FOLLOWING TESTS to check safety equipment - this sequence of tests will only take a few seconds to carry out. We recommend that these tests are carried out daily.
“dull” change the blade(s). The TW 280TFTR is fitted with 2 blades 158mm (6") long. It is 100 mm wide when new. A new blade should chip for up to 25 hours before it requires sharpening. This figure will be drastically reduced by feeding the machine with stony, sandy or muddy material.
TIMBERWOLF OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TW 280TFTR BLOCKAGES Always be aware that what you are putting into the chipper must come out. If the chips stop coming out of the discharge tube but the chipper is taking material in - STOP IMMEDIATELY. Continuing to feed material into a blocked machine may cause damage and will make it difficult to clear.
MAINTENANCE THAT SHOULD BE APPLIED TO ANY PIECE OF MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT AND THE CHASSIS TO WHICH IT IS MOUNTED. AUTHORISED TIMBERWOLF SERVICE AGENTS ARE FULLY TRAINED IN ALL ASPECTS OF TOTAL SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE OF TIMBERWOLF WOOD CHIPPERS. YOU ARE STRONGLY ADVISED TO TAKE YOUR CHIPPER TO AN AUTHORISED AGENT FOR ALL BUT THE MOST ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND CHECKS.
Replace anvils when worn. RETURN TO DEALER FOR ANVIL CHANGE NOTE: Your Timberwolf woodchipper is covered by a full 12 months parts and labour warranty. Subject to correct maintenance and proper machine usage, the bearings are guaranteed for 12 months regardless of hours worked by the machine.
AVOID contact with hydraulic oil. SPARES Only fit genuine Timberwolf replacement blades, screws and chipper spares. Failure to do so will result in the invalidation of the warranty and may result in damage to the chipper, personal injury or even loss of life.
TIMBERWOLF SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS TW 280TFTR COPPER EASE SAFETY INFORMATION Product name: Copper Ease. Copper Ease contains no hazardous ingredients at or above regulatory disclosure limits, however, safety precautions should be taken when handling (use of oil-resistant gloves and saftey glasses are recommended - respiratory protection is not required).
SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS TIMBERWOLF TW 280TFTR BATTERY SAFETY INFORMATION...cont. 1. Storage and transport the positive output of the charger. Connect the - Batteries are filled with acid. negative terminal accordingly. - Always store and transport batteries upright - Switch on the charger only after the battery has...
13 Reassemble the blades, bolts, washers and Remove battery leads. nuts in the order shown in the diagram above. Use only genuine Timberwolf nuts Remove the 3 nuts retaining the access hatch, and washers, as they are of a higher grade slide hatch clear of rotor housing.
NOTE: There will normally be a rapid drop in tension during run-in period for new belts. When new belts are fitted, check the tension every 2 - 3 hours and adjust until the tension remains constant. Belt failures due to lack of correct tensioning will not be covered under your Timberwolf warranty. 1. Remove side panel.
TIMBERWOLF SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS TW 280TFTR GREASE THE ROLLER SPLINE AND ROTOR BEARINGS NOTE: This should be done regularly. In dirty and dusty conditions or during periods of hard work it should be daily. If the bearings and splines are allowed to run dry premature wear will occur resulting in a breakdown and the need for replacement parts.
SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS TIMBERWOLF TW 280TFTR CHANGE HYDRAULIC OIL AND FILTER Use plastic gloves to keep oil off skin and dispose of the used oil and filter in an ecologically sound way. The oil and filter should be changed once a year or at any time it becomes contaminated.
TIMBERWOLF SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS TW 280TFTR TRACK BASE MAINTENANCE SAFE MAINTENANCE Solidly support the under carriage if it needs Keep the tracks clean, removing excess oil, to be lifted up for maintenance (see Chassis grease and dirt. Jacking Point section on page 20).
SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS TIMBERWOLF TW 280TFTR CHECKING TRACK TENSION Stop your machine on a flat and solid surface. Measure from the ground to the inside edge of the track at the top central location. 30 - 40mm Pull the top of the track upwards and measure the deflection.
TIMBERWOLF SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS TW 280TFTR REMOVING THE RUBBER TRACKS Remove gravel or mud when they are jammed between the sprocket and the track link before loosening the track. Stop your machine on a solid and level surface. Lift it up and support it in safe conditions.
Performance of the required maintenance listed in your Entec Industries Ltd instruction manual. • In the event of a failure the Entec Industries Ltd authorised Timberwolf dealer is to be notified within 10 days of failure and the equipment is to be made available for unmolested inspection by the dealer technician.
TIMBERWOLF TW 280TFTR CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY Entec Industries Ltd Entec House, Tomo Industrial Estate, Stowmarket, Suffolk IP14 5AY Tel: 01449 765800 Fax: 01449 765801 EC Declaration of Conformity Entec Industries Ltd as the designer and manufacturer, certifies that the machine stipulated below complies with all the relevant provisions of the: Machinery Directive;...
TIMBERWOLF DECALS TW 280TFTR Decal Description Decal Description 4099 Danger. Hot exhaust Rotating blades. Keep hands and feet out. 2800 High velocity discharge - Reverse feed keep clear 2801 Personal Protective Forward feed Equipment required 1661 19517 Warning Do not engage starter motor for more than 20 seconds.
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TIMBERWOLF DECALS TW 280TFTR Decal Description Decal Description P653 P637 Danger. Danger. Rotating blades inside. Do not operate without this Stop engine and remove key cover in place. before removing discharge unit. P654 P652 Caution. Do not put road Caution. When transporting,...
TIMBERWOLF TW 280TFTR PARTS LISTS The following illustrations are for parts identification only. The removal or fitting of these parts may cause a hazard and should only be carried out by trained personnel. BELT TENSIONER Page No. CHASSIS - BASE CHASSIS - BEAMS CHASSIS - FILTERS &...