Timberwolf TW 280FTR (Petrol) Instruction Manual

Timberwolf TW 280FTR (Petrol) Instruction Manual

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TW 280FTR (Petrol) Wood Chipper
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
(Original Instructions)
C190-0308 - Rev 1.0 EN

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  • Page 1 TW 280FTR (Petrol) Wood Chipper INSTRUCTION MANUAL (Original Instructions) C190-0308 - Rev 1.0 EN...
  • Page 2 Copyright Copyright © 2020 Timberwolf All Rights Reserved. Contains information owned by Timberwolf and/or its affiliates. Do not copy, store, transmit or disclose to any third party without prior written permission from Timberwolf. Other product and company names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of other companies, and...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TW 280FTR (Petrol) Contents Introduction Thank you for choosing Timberwolf Important Health and Safety Information Warning or Caution Symbols Hazardous Materials Purpose Product Details Specification Location of Parts 2.2.1 Parts Locator 1 2.2.2 Parts Locator 2 2.2.3 Parts Locator 3 2.2.4 Parts Locator 4...
  • Page 4: Parts Locator

    TW 280FTR (Petrol) No Stress Control Emergency Stopping Discharge Controls Engine Controls Crawler Track Controls 4.6.1 Chipping Mode 4.6.2 Tracking Mode 4.6.3 Tracking Speed Checks Before Starting Starting the Engine Controlling the Engine Speed 4.10 In-feed Safety Test 4.11 Chipping 4.12 Working in Dusty Conditions 4.13 Stopping the Engine 4.14 Blockages...
  • Page 5 TW 280FTR (Petrol) 5.10 Adjust Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Tension 5.11 V-Belt Tensioning Procedure 5.12 Change Hydraulic Oil and Filter 5.13 Check Hoses 5.14 Grease the Discharge Tube Mounting Flanges 5.15 Grease the Roller Box Slides 5.16 Grease the Roller Splines and Rotor Bearings 5.17 Securing the Chipper for Transport 5.18 Jacking the Chipper 5.19 Track Base Maintenance...
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  • Page 7: Introduction

    This manual covers the operation and maintenance of the Timberwolf TW 280FTR and the optional Timberwolf Safety Plus Kit. All information in this manual is based on the latest product information available at the time of purchase.
  • Page 8: Warning Or Caution Symbols

    TW 280FTR (Petrol) 1 Introduction Warning or Caution Symbols Be aware of these symbols and where shown, carefully follow the instructions. These symbols indicate important safety messages in this manual. When you see these symbols, be alert to the possibility of injury to yourself or others and carefully read the message that follows.
  • Page 9: Product Details

    TW 280FTR (Petrol) Product Details This chapter contains the specifications of the TW 280FTR. It shows the locations of the main components of the chipper, lists all the decals used on the machine, and describes the purpose of the various guarding assemblies. Specification The specifications of the TW 280FTR are shown in Table 1.
  • Page 10: Location Of Parts

    Driving platform In-feed funnel Engine bay side panel (both sides) Manual canister Rotor housing Push stick (Timberwolf Safety Plus Kit) Winch controls (optional) Emergency stop (Timberwolf Safety Plus Kit) Rotor housing blade access hatch Discharge tube clamp Hydraulic motor guard 8/66 C190-0308 - Rev 1.0 EN...
  • Page 11 2 Product Details TW 280FTR (Petrol) 2.2.2 Parts Locator 2 Lifting eye Fuel pump Air filter In-line fuel filter Radiator Fuel tank Battery Hydraulic tank Engine block Hydraulic filter C190-0308 - Rev 1.0 EN 9/66...
  • Page 12: Parts Locator 3

    TW 280FTR (Petrol) 2 Product Details 2.2.3 Parts Locator 3 Jack Electrical panel Directional control valve Hydraulic pump pulley Top roller slide Exhaust Control panel Oil filter Greasing panel 10/66 C190-0308 - Rev 1.0 EN...
  • Page 13: Parts Locator 4

    2 Product Details TW 280FTR (Petrol) 2.2.4 Parts Locator 4 Rotor Hydraulic pump drive belt Rotor pulley Hydraulic pump Belt tensioning pulley Fan section (x4) Drive belts Cutting blade (x2) Drive pulley Tool Box The TW 280FTR is supplied with a tool box which contains: •...
  • Page 14: Safety Decals

    WARNING - High velocity discharge. Keep clear. 4099 DANGER - Rotating blades. Keep hands and feet out. C192- DANGER - Do not climb into the feed funnel (Timberwolf Safety Plus Kit). 0102 P637 DANGER - Do not operate without this cover in place.
  • Page 15: Instruction Decals

    2 Product Details TW 280FTR (Petrol) Instruction Decals Table 3 - Instruction Decal Descriptions Pt No Description Personal Protective Equipment required. (Section 3.2 " Operator's Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) " on page 17.) 1399 Push safety bar to stop. 1661 Refer to the instruction manual for greasing and maintenance information.
  • Page 16 TW 280FTR (Petrol) 2 Product Details Pt No Description CAUTION -Do not put road sweepings in machine as grit will damage blades. P652 P691 Do not pull here. P1301 Push to stop. Pull to reset. (Engine.) P1810 Relay decal: Forward latch. Relay decal: Engine safety.
  • Page 17: Model Decals

    2 Product Details TW 280FTR (Petrol) Model Decals Table 4 - Model Decal Descriptions Pt No Description 1363 Timberwolf - Wolf head logo. Guaranteed Sound Power Level. (The maximum amount of acoustic energy emitted by 2998 the machine.) C192- Wolftrack system. 0146 Equivalent Continuous Sound Power Level.
  • Page 18: Identification Plate

    TW 280FTR (Petrol) 2 Product Details Identification Plate The Timberwolf TW 280FTR Identification Plate is mounted on the front outer face of the right-hand chassis beam. It includes the unique machine Serial Number. Guards Ensure all the guards are correctly fitted during all operations. The guards may only be removed for maintenance.
  • Page 19: Safety Notes And Warnings

    TW 280FTR (Petrol) Safety Notes and Warnings Safety Notices Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in moderate injury or damage the machine. Operator's Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) DO NOT wear rings, bracelets, watches, jewellery, loose-fitting clothing or any other items that could be caught in the material and draw you into the chipper.
  • Page 20: Basic Woodchipping Safety

    TW 280FTR (Petrol) 3 Safety Notes and Warnings Basic Woodchipping Safety It is the responsibility of the machine operator to carry out a full site Risk Assessment before starting work. This Risk Assessment should consider the following points: MAINTAIN A SAFETY EXCLUSION ZONE around the chipper of at least 10 metres for the general public or employees without adequate protection.
  • Page 21: Operating Safely - You Must

    3 Safety Notes and Warnings TW 280FTR (Petrol) Operating Safely - You MUST YOU MUST stop the chipper engine before adjusting, refuelling or cleaning. YOU MUST check the rotor has stopped rotating and remove the chipper ignition key before maintenance of any kind, or whenever the machine is to be left unattended. YOU MUST check the machine is well supported and cannot move.
  • Page 22: Noise Emissions

    TW 280FTR (Petrol) 3 Safety Notes and Warnings YOU MUST NOT smoke when refuelling. YOU MUST NOT climb on the machine at any time (except for a single operator on the driving platform when tracking the machine). YOU MUST NOT use the machine if there is any exposed wiring.
  • Page 23: Vibration Data

    3 Safety Notes and Warnings TW 280FTR (Petrol) 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 and Safety Regulations to determine the daily exposure action and limit values. TW 280FTR, Tracked Wood Chipper, 57 hp, Kubota 4-cylinder petrol Declared vibration emission value in accordance with BS EN 12096:1997 Whole Body Vibrations (m/s...
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  • Page 25: Operating Instructions

    TW 280FTR (Petrol) Operating Instructions WARNING DO NOT USE OR ATTEMPT TO START THE CHIPPER WITHOUT THE PROTECTIVE GUARDING AND DISCHARGE TUBE SECURELY IN PLACE. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE. Manual Controls Manual controls are located on the feed tray, where they are easily accessible by the operator during chipping.
  • Page 26: No Stress Control

    TW 280FTR (Petrol) 4 Operating Instructions Red Safety Bar WARNING DO NOT REMOVE, JAM, DISABLE, BYPASS, OVER-RIDE OR OTHERWISE IMPEDE THE OPERATION OF THE RED SAFETY BAR. The large red safety bar surrounds the feed tray and sides of the feed funnel (Figure 2, Item 1).
  • Page 27: Discharge Controls

    ‘No Stress’ speed (See Section 4.2 " No Stress Control " on page 24). Emergency Stop Button (Timberwolf Safety Plus Kit Only) Pushing any one of the Emergency Stop Buttons on the top of the funnel, or either side of the feed tray, will remove all power to the engine AND the feed rollers, bringing the whole machine to a complete stop.
  • Page 28: Engine Controls

    If the MIL illuminates continuously, or flashes, while the engine is running, this indicates an engine fault. Stop the machine immediately and seek further assistance from a Timberwolf dealer. Crawler Track Controls WARNING NEVER LEAVE THE CHIPPER ON A SLOPE UNATTENDED.
  • Page 29: Tracking Mode

    4 Operating Instructions TW 280FTR (Petrol) 4.6.2 Tracking Mode WARNING WHERE POSSIBLE, TRACKING SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT FROM THE DRIVING PLATFORM. IF IT IS NECESSARY TO TRACK WHILST WALKING BEHIND THE MACHINE, THE DRIVING PLATFORM SHOULD BE FOLDED UP AND LOW SPEED SELECTED. EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION TO AVOID POTENTIAL INJURY.
  • Page 30: Checks Before Starting

    TW 280FTR (Petrol) 4 Operating Instructions Checks Before Starting The following check list should be carried out daily, before starting the chipper and whenever the chipper is moved to a new location. 1. ENSURE the chipper is located on firm, level ground. 2.
  • Page 31: Controlling The Engine Speed

    4 Operating Instructions TW 280FTR (Petrol) Controlling the Engine Speed The TW 280FTR must always be run at full speed when chipping. Push and release the throttle selector switch to the fast (hare) position and ensure the engine is running at full speed before starting to chip (Figure 14).
  • Page 32: Chipping

    TW 280FTR (Petrol) 4 Operating Instructions 4.11 Chipping When all the safety checks have been completed and the engine is running at full speed, chipping can be started. Press and release the GREEN Forward Feed Control. The in-feed rollers will start to turn in the forward direction.
  • Page 33: Blockages

    4 Operating Instructions TW 280FTR (Petrol) 4.14 Blockages Do not reach into any section of the chipper whilst it is running. Never reach into the rotor housing with unprotected hands. There are sharp blades and any movement of the rotor may cause serious injury. If chips stop coming out of the discharge tube, IMMEDIATELY STOP FEEDING MATERIAL IN AND TURN OFF THE ENGINE.
  • Page 34: Check Hydraulic Oil Level

    TW 280FTR (Petrol) 4 Operating Instructions 4.16 Check Hydraulic Oil Level The hydraulic oil level is visible through the sight glass on the side of the tank (Figure 19). The level should be between the upper and lower marks on the sight glass. To replenish, refer to Section 5.12 "...
  • Page 35: Check Fuel Level And Refuel

    4 Operating Instructions TW 280FTR (Petrol) 4.18 Check Fuel Level and Refuel Always follow standard Health and Safety procedures. The fuel level is visible through the side of the tank. To replenish, follow this process: • Stop the engine and allow it to cool before refuelling. •...
  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    TW 280FTR (Petrol) 4 Operating Instructions 4.20 Troubleshooting Caution - Always ensure appropriate Problem Cause Solution PPE is worn Obstructed Ensure machine is off and keys Clear debris from discharge chute. discharge removed. Tension belts. (Refer to Section 5.9 Loose drive Ensure machine is off and keys "...
  • Page 37: Maintenance Instructions

    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.
  • Page 38: Routine Servicing

    TW 280FTR (Petrol) 5 Maintenance Instructions Routine Servicing Before carrying out any servicing, always ensure the chipper is in a safe condition. (Refer to Section 5.1 " Safe Maintenance " on page 35.) To ensure that your TW 280FTR is always maintained in good working order, checks should be carried out at the specified intervals.
  • Page 39: Spares

    TW 280FTR (Petrol) Spares Only fit genuine Timberwolf replacement parts, such as blades, screws and tanks etc. Failure to do so may result in the invalidation of the warranty and may result in damage to the TW 280FTR, personal injury or even loss of life.
  • Page 40: Battery Safety Information

    TW 280FTR (Petrol) 5 Maintenance Instructions Battery Safety Information Warning Notes and Safety Regulations for Filled Lead-Acid Batteries • For safety reasons, wear Explosion hazard First aid eye protection when • A highly explosive gas • Rinse off acid splashed handling a battery.
  • Page 41 5 Maintenance Instructions TW 280FTR (Petrol) • Use parts from the replaced battery, such as the terminal covers, elbows, vent pipe connection and terminal holders (where applicable). Use available or supplied filler caps. • Leave at least one vent open, otherwise there is a danger of explosion. This also applies when old batteries are returned.
  • Page 42: Check And Replace Fasteners

    Use only Timberwolf fasteners, as they are of a higher grade. Failure to use the appropriate grade may result in damage, injury or death.
  • Page 43: Change Blades

    5 Maintenance Instructions TW 280FTR (Petrol) Change Blades WARNING SHARPEN BLADES ON A REGULAR BASIS. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL REDUCE PERFORMANCE, OVERLOAD THE ENGINE AND BEARINGS, AND CAUSE MACHINE BREAKDOWN. BLADES MUST NOT BE SHARPENED BEYOND THE WEAR MARK. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THIS COULD RESULT IN MACHINE DAMAGE, INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.
  • Page 44 14. Fit the blade to the rotor using the retaining bolts, washers and Nyloc nuts. The use of genuine Timberwolf blades and bolts is recommended (Figure 24). 15. Tighten the blade bolts to the correct torque setting. (Refer to Section 5.7 " Check and Replace Fasteners "...
  • Page 45: Adjust Rotor Drive Belt Tension

    Too little tension will cause poor performance, especially in respect of no-stress devices. Belt failures due to lack of correct tensioning will not be covered under your Timberwolf warranty. 1. Remove the engine bay side panel. 2. Use a 19 mm spanner to loosen the bolt in the...
  • Page 46: V-Belt Tensioning Procedure

    TW 280FTR (Petrol) 5 Maintenance Instructions 5.11 V-Belt Tensioning Procedure Set the deflection distance on the lower scale of the tension gauge so that the underside of the O-ring equals the 'h' value given in Figure 27 (for the rotor drive belts) or Figure 28 (for the hydraulic pump drive belt).
  • Page 47 5 Maintenance Instructions TW 280FTR (Petrol) Table 8 - Hydraulic Pump Belt Pulleys Engine pulley Pump pulley Table 9 - Hydraulic Pump Belt Specifications TW 280FTR Manufacturer Gates Quad Power Type Pitch Designation Length 1000 mm Deflection (h) 2.43 mm New Belt 1.13 - 1.21 Force...
  • Page 48: Change Hydraulic Oil And Filter

    TW 280FTR (Petrol) 5 Maintenance Instructions 5.12 Change Hydraulic Oil and Filter Use plastic gloves to keep oil off skin. Dispose of used oil and filter in an ecologically sound way. 1. Ensure the chipper is in a safe condition. (Refer to Section 5.1 " Safe Maintenance " on page 35.) 2.
  • Page 49: Grease The Discharge Tube Mounting Flanges

    5 Maintenance Instructions TW 280FTR (Petrol) 5.14 Grease the Discharge Tube Mounting Flanges 1. Ensure the chipper is in a safe condition. (Refer to Section 5.1 " Safe Maintenance " on page 35.) 2. Remove the discharge tube. 3. Remove all traces of old grease and dirt from the discharge tube flange and the mounting flange (Figure 30).
  • Page 50: Grease The Roller Splines And Rotor Bearings

    TW 280FTR (Petrol) 5 Maintenance Instructions 5.16 Grease the Roller Splines and Rotor Bearings Carry out regularly. In dirty or dusty conditions, or during periods of hard work, at least 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.
  • Page 51: Securing The Chipper For Transport

    5 Maintenance Instructions TW 280FTR (Petrol) 5.17 Securing the Chipper for Transport Securing the TW 280FTR ready for transport must be carried out by a competent person, to the satisfaction of the driver to ensure compliance with all local legislation. Securely stow the feed funnel and operator step and tighten the discharge tube, facing forwards.
  • Page 52: Track Base Maintenance

    TW 280FTR (Petrol) 5 Maintenance Instructions 5.19 Track Base Maintenance WARNING ALWAYS ENSURE THAT THE CHIPPER IS CORRECTLY AND SAFELY SUPPORTED FOR ANY OPERATIONS THAT REQUIRE IT TO BE RAISED FROM THE GROUND. 1. Ensure the chipper is correctly supported (Refer to Section 5.18 " Jacking the Chipper " on page 49.
  • Page 53: Checking The Rubber Tracks

    5 Maintenance Instructions TW 280FTR (Petrol) 5.19.2 Checking the Rubber Tracks The structure of the rubber track is shown in Figure 37. The steel cables (1) and metal core (2) are embedded in the rubber. Inspect the tracks for damage (Table 10). Track damage may be classified as either Terminal or Cosmetic.
  • Page 54: Adjusting Track Tension

    TW 280FTR (Petrol) 5 Maintenance Instructions 5.19.3 Adjusting Track Tension WARNING THE TRACK SHOULD NOT REMAIN TIGHT AFTER LOOSENING THE GREASE NIPPLE, OR REMAIN LOOSE AFTER GREASE HAS BEEN INJECTED. IF THIS OCCURS DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE THE TRACKS OR DISASSEMBLE THE ADJUSTER UNIT UNTIL THE PRESSURE HAS BEEN SAFELY DISSIPATED.
  • Page 55: Removing The Rubber Tracks

    5 Maintenance Instructions TW 280FTR (Petrol) 5.19.4 Removing the Rubber Tracks Removing a rubber track from the base requires a degree of manual force and must only be carried out in a safe working environment to prevent the possibility of damage to the machine or injury to the operator.
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  • Page 57: Electrical System

    6 Electrical System TW 280FTR (Petrol) Electrical System C190-0308 - Rev 1.0 EN 55/66...
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  • Page 59: Hydraulic System

    7 Hydraulic System TW 280FTR (Petrol) Hydraulic System C190-0308 - Rev 1.0 EN 57/66...
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  • Page 61: Storage

    Regardless of storage time, the chipper must always be stored in a stable position. Store the chipper in a dry place between +5 C and +40 C. Timberwolf strongly recommend the machine is stored in a sheltered location, protected from rain. If stored outside, protect with a tarpaulin.
  • Page 62: 6-Monthly Storage Checks

    TW 280FTR (Petrol) 8 Storage 6-Monthly Storage Checks 1. Refer to Section 8.3 " 3-Monthly Storage Checks " on page 59, and complete all the checks. 2. Clean and drain all lubrication lines, including grease pipes, fuel lines, coolant and oil reservoirs.
  • Page 63 8 Storage TW 280FTR (Petrol) 16. Carry out normal daily checks before starting. (Section 4.7 " Checks Before Starting " on page 28.) 17. Start the engine. 18. Run for 15 minutes at half throttle, to clear the engine. 19. Run for a further 5 minutes at full throttle, prior to any cutting activity. * Storage fluids and greases should be replaced.
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  • Page 65: Dismantling And Disposal

    • Do not burn discarded materials. • Change the machinery records to show that the machine is out of service and discarded. Supply the machine serial number to Timberwolf to close their records. C190-0308 - Rev 1.0 EN 63/66...
  • Page 66: Declaration Of Conformity

    TW 280FTR (Petrol) 9 Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity 64/66 C190-0308 - Rev 1.0 EN...
  • Page 67: Notes

    10 Notes TW 280FTR (Petrol) Notes C190-0308 - Rev 1.0 EN 65/66...
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