Operating Instructions; Recommissioning After Storage; Vibration Data - Timberwolf TW 280TVGTR Instruction Manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

RECOMMISSIONING AFTER STORAGE

• Ensure machine is stable.
• Remove all guards and check all fasteners. If necessary,
retighten as described within this manual.
• Ensure discharge tube is correctly fastened, free of
objects or blockages and rotates around its pivot
without being directed to face the point of operation
(danger zone).
• Ensure feed funnel is free from foreign objects e.g. tools
and clothing.
• Lower and raise feed funnel into its open and closed
positions to confirm functionality.
• Check fuel and hydraulic fluid levels within engine and
reservoir and top up accordingly. *
• Inspect all internal parts e.g. drive belts, taper locks and
shaft keyways.
• Check belt tension as described within this manual.

VIBRATION DATA

This data is provided to enable assessment of vibration exposure, when the machine is operated in the modes described.
Please refer to local Health & Safety Regulations to determine the daily exposure action and limit values.
Measured vibration
emission value a
Uncertainty K*
Values determined when standing on driver's platform tracking over soft grassy ground.
Measured vibration
emission value a
Uncertainty K*
Values determined when standing on driver's platform tracking over hard paved ground.
*K value calculated according to provisions in BS EN 12096:1997
C190-0176
TW 280TVGTR, Tracked Hydraulic Fed Chipper, 45hp 1498cc Diesel Engine
Declared vibration emission value in accordance with BS EN 12096:1997
Whole Body Vibrations (m/s
1.55
0.62
1.80
0.72
8 / 73
• Inspect cutting blades to confirm they are sharp and
suitable for use.
• Re-connect the battery to its positive and negative
terminals.
• Undertake electrical diagnostic continuity check, to
confirm circuit is complete.
• Re-lubricate all grease pipes. Remove pipes and bleed
the system prior to use, if necessary. *
• Follow daily checks before starting, as described within
this manual.
• Start the machine.
• Run for 15 minutes at half throttle, prior to any cutting
activity, to clear the combustion engine.
complete, bring the machine onto full throttle for a
further 5 minutes.
*Storage fluids should be replaced, DO NOT USE old
stagnate fluids.
2
) Hand Arm Vibrations (m/s
01.03.2019
TW 280TVGTR
Once
2
)
4.55
2.28
5.05
2.02
Rev: 2.0