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Activate Activate Your Warranty Your Warranty By Registering By Registering TODAY!!! TODAY!!! 9281 LeSaint Drive • Fairfield, Ohio 45014 Phone (513) 874-2818 • Fax (513) 874-2914 Sales: 1-800-543-7166 5-Series Operator Instructions and Parts Manual Model MU Serial No. _____________ MB50 MU0518 Rev. A...
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FOR OFFICE USE ONLY DATE UPDATE DESCRIPTION CODE 01/31/17 Initial release; Blower and Air Piping System design modification; tow ring change; MU0131 Added Manual Canister to Tool Box parts list 05/18/17 Revision A: New toolbox MU0518...
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Labor hours must coincide with the published “Labor Schedule” or estimate approved by the Finn Warranty Administrator. Once work is done, a Finn Warranty Claim Form must be fi lled out and emailed along with any related receipts or invoices to the Warranty Administrator. We ask that this is done ASAP after work is completed.
SAFETY FIRST With any piece of equipment, new or used, the most important part of its operation is SAFETY! FINN Corporation encourages you and your employees to familiarize yourselves with your new equipment and stresses safe operation. The first five pages of this manual are a summary of the main safety aspects associated with this unit.
BARK BLOWER SAFETY SUMMARY SECTION It is important that all operators of this machine are familiar with all the safety aspects mentioned below before operating the machine. Always keep a copy of this manual with the machine. It is the responsibility of the operator of the machine to fully understand this safety section.
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8. Never operate machine in an 15. When leaving the blower unattended for any enclosed area without venting reason, be sure to: the engine exhaust of both the A. Shut off the material feed system using the equipment and vehicle on which MATERIAL STOP button on the hardwired the equipment is mounted.
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III. MAINTENANCE It is recommended that only authorized, genuine FINN replacement parts be used on the machine. Before servicing the machine, turn Do not use ether cold start fluid, off engine and allow all moving if engine is equipped with glow parts to stop.
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COMMON SAFETY DECALS Hazard / Electrical Hearing Attention Shock Hazard Hazard Arc Flash Hazard or Electrocution Fire Hazard Explosion Hazard Hazard Body Electrostatic Fumes / Dust Entanglement Discharge Hazard Hazard Hazard Electrostatic Pinch Point / Burn Hazard Sensitive Area Entanglement Hazard Hazard Carbon...
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COMMON SAFETY DECALS Vision Heavy Object Skin Puncture Protection Hazard Hazard Required Hearing Hot Surface Splash / Spray Protection Hazard Hazard Required Vision, Hearing Loose Clothing Stumble and Head Entanglement Hazard Protection Hazard Required Breathing, Pinch Point / Vision, Hearing Moving Belt Trip Hazard and Head...
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COMMON SAFETY DECALS Do Not Ride Do Not Do Not on Moving Remove Obstruct Vehicle Guards or Block Do Not Spray Do Not Do Not Touch Power Lines Pressure Wash ADDITIONAL SAFETY DECALS DANGER DANGER SEVER HAZARD! ENTANGLEMENT HAZARD! Keep arms and feet out! Keep hands and feet out! Never climb on or in unit before: Sharp knives will sever.
TOWING VEHICLE The truck used to tow the FINN 5-Series must be equipped with a 2-5/16 in. ball-type or pintle- type hitch. This hitch should be mounted as near to the end of the truck bed as possible. The tow vehicle should be fully wired for trailer marker, turn, and stop lights, as well as electric brakes, and be sized to be able to pull and stop a 12,585 lbs.
SELECTING A MULCHING MATERIAL Several factors must be considered when selecting material to convey through the Bark Blower. The variety of the wood used, how it is processed, its moisture content, and the presence of foreign objects all affect the ability of the Bark Blower to convey the mulch at a uniform rate. The mulch material must be processed and/or screened so that a minimum amount of material is over 2 in.
PRE-START EQUIPMENT CHECK Equipment check is made with the engine off and all rotating parts stopped. Failure to comply could result in minor or moderate personal injury. Failure to comply could also result in product or property damage. Safety check to ensure operator safety: 1.
CONTROL PANEL GUIDE AND SYSTEM OPERATION MENU NAVIGATION The control unit has three Engine Data Alarm navigation buttons which are Symbol Indicator configured as softkeys. The system softkeys are used to navigate between displays, select menu items and change Engine data.
CONTROL PANEL GUIDE AND SYSTEM OPERATION (CONTINUED) MAIN MENU ACCESS To access the Main Menu, press any of the three navigation buttons. The unit will display a softkey popup window defining the available navigation possibilities. Select the Main Menu using the center softkey as shown.
FAULT CODES Engine fault codes (active and stored) are generated by the engine ECU and communicated to the control panel. ACTIVE FAULT CODES The control system reads standard messages to indicate active fault codes. When a fault is active the control system activates a popup fault display containing a check engine icon, fault code number (if applicable),...
FAULT CODES (CONTINUED) STORED FAULT CODES The control unit allows the operator to request any stored fault codes that may be contained in the engine ECU. To view stored faults select the “Fault Codes” menu selection from the main menu. The control system will send a request to the engine ECU for any faults that the ECU may have stored.
RESETTING MAINTENANCE TIMER The maintenance timer is operator configurable and can be accessed through the engine settings menu. See “Reset MaintTimer” selection in engine settings menu. When the maintenance timer has expired, a pop-up alert window indicating that “Engine Maintenance is Due” will be displayed.
CONTRAST SETTING The LCD contrast is adjustable from 0 to 100%. To adjust the LCD contrast enter the Main Menu and navigate to the “Display Setup” menu using the “ ” softkey. When highlighted enter the Display Setup menu by selecting the “ ” softkey.
DISPLAY MODE SETTING Two display formats are available: “Single” display and “Dual” display formats. To access the display format setting, enter the Main Menu. Navigate to the “Display Setup” menu entry using “ ” softkey. When highlighted, enter the Display Setup menu by selecting the “...
ABOUT MENU The About Menu indicates the software information used for programming the control unit. ENGINE SETTINGS The Engine Settings are factory-specified. This feature is password-protected to ensure the correct use of the engine in this unit.
8. Prior to mulch application, increase the engine RPM to its highest setting (press and hold RPM INC button). For additional information, see Cervis Engineered Pendant Material Start Application Specific Suppliment: WSMB-7454 Finn. Switch...
CREW MEMBERS AND THEIR DUTIES 1. The Operator controls the placement of the mulch by moving and aiming the discharge hose. 2. The Loader(s) feed material to the machine by using a skid steer, bucket loader, belt conveyor, or optional feed conveyor to dump material directly into the hopper. THE MATERIAL-FEED SYSTEM The material-feed system on the Bark Blower has been designed to give fast and uniform mechanical feeding.
At time of manufacture, this unit contains Finn Vulhydra hydraulic oil. The chart below illustrates the operating temperature range of the Finn Vulhydra hydraulic oil as well as the closest ISO equivalents. NOTE: Use equal to, or better than, a 5 micron absolute filtration.
DESCRIPTION OF VALVE SECTIONS The illustration below shows the valve block and different hydraulic circuits. Each circuit is controlled by two valves, with the exception of the hose reel (middle) circuit. The floor and airlock valves are directional valves that can be manually stroked by inserting a small rod or screwdriver into the hole on top or bottom of the solenoid.
DESCRIPTION OF VALVE SECTIONS (CONTINUED) C. HOSE REEL The middle section of the manifold controls the hose reel. The flow rate is factory-set so that the hose reel winds, and unwinds at a rate of about 12 RPM. SUBSYSTEM 3: HYDRAULIC CONTROL SYSTEM The hydraulic control system is an electrical system that controls all the hydraulic functions on the Bark Blower.
NOTE: If the RPM INC button is pressed and then released, the engine RPMs will only increase by 10, but if the button is pressed and held, the engine RPMs will increase at a faster. For additional information, see Cervis Engineered Application Specific Suppliment: WSMB-7454 Finn.
REPROGRAMMING / RESYNCING THE CERVIS REMOTE Main Control Panel Emergency Stop (e-stop) Remote (Transmitter) tte ) Emergency Stop (e-stop) ASSOCIATE Toggle Switch Operation Green POWER Lights Button Operation DIRECTIONS: Lights 1. Place remote (transmitter) on the fender, next to the main control panel. 2.
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REPROGRAMMING / RESYNCING THE CERVIS REMOTE (CONTINUED) DIRECTIONS (CONTINUED): All Four 5. Push and hold ASSOCIATE toggle switch up, then push Operation TX and and hold green POWER button. Lights RX Lights The green POWER button is located on the bottom of the Illuminated Blinking remote (transmitter).
MULCHING WITH THE BARK BLOWER 1. Check all areas listed under PRE-START EQUIPMENT CHECK section of this manual. 2. Start the engine following all the steps listed under STARTING PROCEDURE section of this manual. 3. Press the MATERIAL START button on the hardwired material start/stop pendant to activate the MATERIAL START/STOP feature on the remote.
BARK BLOWER ADJUSTMENTS (CONTINUED) C. REGULARLY TRIPPING THE BLOWER RELIEF The blower on your machine has a relief valve in the air line to protect the blower against a large back pressure that could build if the line becomes plugged. The relief valve, set for 12 psi (83 kPa), is located directly behind the blower in the engine area on the driver's side of the machine.
Troubleshooting Chart Symptom Probable Cause Suggested Solutions Engine will not start ECM has generated a fault Check fault code and remedy. code for the engine. No fuel or fuel system has lost Add fuel or prime fuel system prime. with fuel filter priming pump. Airlock not turning Material feed system has not Press MATERIAL START...
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Troubleshooting Chart (Continued) Symptom Probable Cause Suggested Solutions Discharge material Too much air. Decrease engine throttle and pulsing; not smooth floor speed accordingly. Airlock turning too fast or too Adjust airlock speed with slow. PFC-1. Partial plugging in airlock Check airlock discharge for discharge.
MAINTENANCE Turn engine OFF and disconnect battery before servicing equipment. Failure to comply could result in minor personal injury, product damage, or property damage. DAILY - AFTER EVERY 4 TO 8 HOURS OF OPERATION 1. Check engine and blower air cleaner filters for dirt and debris. Remove and clean with dry compressed air if necessary.
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MAINTENANCE (CONTINUED) To change the knife (or knives), use the following: A) Remove the five bolts that hold the knives and transition doors to the airlock knife shelves. B) Remove the doors and knives. C) Clean all dirt and debris from shelves. D) Back out the two center jacking screws on each shelf.
MAINTENANCE (CONTINUED) AFTER FIRST 100 HOURS OF OPERATION 1. Change engine oil and filter after 100 hours, then every 250 hours after that, following the engine manufacturer’s recommendations. 2. Change the gear box oil on the blower; use ISO Grade 100 Extreme Pressure Gear Oil if your ambient operating range is from 32°...
MAINTENANCE (CONTINUED) WINTER SHUTDOWN AND STORAGE 1. Blow all material out of machine, turn engine OFF, and disconnect battery cables. 2. Remove the inlet elbow to the blower air chamber, and coat internals of impeller cylinder with a rust inhibitor, such as WD-40. Reconnect piping to prevent foreign debris from entering blower chamber.
90° F, use ISO Grade 150 Extreme Pressure Gear Oil] 50/50 Anti-Freeze and Water Mixture Diesel Fuel Hydraulic Oil [Finn Vulhydra hydraulic oil or the closest ISO equivalent (see Hydraulic System section)] GO 90 W Gear Oil Mineral Oil or Chain Lubricant Engine Oil, 15W - 40...
® FINN 5-SERIES BARK BLOWER TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 7 ft. 5 in. (225 cm) 9 ft. 10 in. (300 cm) 17 ft. 7 in. (536 cm)
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® FINN 5-SERIES BARK BLOWER TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS POWER ............Cummins QSF 2.8 L Diesel, T4F 65 hp (48kW) ENGINE SAFETY SYSTEM ......Low oil pressure, Electronic Engine Control and Monitoring CAPACITY ............ 5 cubic yards (3.8 m HOSE REEL CAPACITY ....... Up to 150 feet (46 m) FUEL TANK CAPACITY ........
HOPPER AND TRAILER ASSEMBLY Ref. No. Part Number Description No. Req’d 075478 Plastic Handle F705-0004 Cover Plate 075761 Tarp System (See Tarp Assembly section) 075901 Roof Panel 075730-02 Support Channel 075730-01 Support Channel 075729 Side Bumper Weldment 075799 Fuel Tank 080827 Fuel Tank Cap / Gauge 075795...
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HOPPER AND TRAILER ASSEMBLY (CONTINUED) Ref. No. Part Number Description No. Req’d F705-0028 Bumper Fab 075904 Fuel Filter / Pump Cover 011770 Battery Box 011851 12V Battery F330-0054 Battery Box Tray F330-0092 Battery Box Hold Down 005467 Tail Light Bracket NOT SHOWN 075903 ECM Cover...
8 10 AXLE, WHEEL AND TIRE ASSEMBLY Ref. No. Part Number Description No. Req’d 005808 Axle (7,200 lbs.) 005823-01 Brake Assembly, LH 1 per axle 005824-01 Brake Assembly, RH 1 per axle 005822-01 Grease Seal 1 per side 005821-01 Inner Bearing Cone 1 per side 005820-01 Inner Bearing Race...
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WHEN ORDERING PARTS, BE SURE TO STATE SERIAL NUMBER OF MACHINE MB50 MU0518 Rev. A...
ENGINE Ref. No. Part Number Description No. Req’d 075880 QSF 2.8 Engine ---------- Engine ECM (Supplied with Engine) 075911 ECM Mounting Isolators 075847 Rear Left Engine Foot 075849 Front Left Engine Foot 075857 Hydraulic Pump (see Hydraulic System section) 008758 Upper Radiator Support 023438 Radiator Isolator...
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ENGINE Ref. No. Part Number Description No. Req’d 008754 Radiator Fan 008755 Radiator Fan Spacer ---- M10 x 110 Gr. 10.9 Hex Head Bolts 008763 Radiator 075205 Radiator Isolators 008809 Engine Oil Canister Element 008808 120 V Alternator 008830 QSF 2.8 Fan Belt 008854 Oil Dipstick and Guide Assembly 008854-01...
HOSE REEL ASSEMBLY Ref. No. Part Number Description No. Req’d 075719 Hose Reel Drum 071238 Hose Wheel Motor (see Hydraulic System section) 075713 Hose Reel Mount 055715-01 Lock Mount 045031 Machined Hub 005825-02 Lug Nut NOT SHOWN 075739 Hose Reel Side Cover WHEN ORDERING PARTS, BE SURE TO STATE SERIAL NUMBER OF MACHINE MB50 MU0518 Rev.
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WHEN ORDERING PARTS, BE SURE TO STATE SERIAL NUMBER OF MACHINE MB50 MU0518 Rev. A...
BLOWER AND AIR PIPING SYSTEM Ref. No. Part Number Description No. Req’d 075717 Rotary Air Valve Inlet Elbow Weldment 075741 Long Air Tube 052740 4 in. 90° Jacobs Elbow 075909 Inlet Silencer 055144 Inlet Filter 055145 Filter Element 055335 4 in. Band Clamp 052010 90°...
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Primary Secondary WHEN ORDERING PARTS, BE SURE TO STATE SERIAL NUMBER OF MACHINE MB50 MU0518 Rev. A...
AIR INTAKE AND EXHAUST SYSTEM Ref. No. Part Number Description No. Req’d 008807 Air Inlet Filter Assembly 008807-01 Filter Housing 008807-02 Primary Filter Element 008807-03 Secondary Filter Element 325075 4 in. x 3 in. 90° Rubber Reducer Elbow 075899 Intake Tube 055499 3 in.
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WHEN ORDERING PARTS, BE SURE TO STATE SERIAL NUMBER OF MACHINE MB50 MU0518 Rev. A...
FEED ROLL AND FLOOR ASSEMBLY Ref. No. Part Number Description No. Req’d F605-0109 Doghouse-Left Hand Side 075833 Feed Roll F605-0110 Doghouse Cover F605-0108 Doghouse-Right Hand Side 075317 Rear Door F605-0124-01 Airlock Right Hand Side Baffle F605-0066 Rear Knife Cover F605-0111 Rear Knife Filler 075604 Rear Floor Drive Shaft...
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WHEN ORDERING PARTS, BE SURE TO STATE SERIAL NUMBER OF MACHINE MB50 MU0518 Rev. A...
TARP ASSEMBLY Ref. No. Ref. Part Number Description Req’d 075761-02 Arm, Tarp Lower 075761-03 Arm, Tarp Upper 075761-04 Crossbar, Tarp 075761-05 Elbow, Connector Tarp 075761-06 Stop, Tarp Bump 075761-07 Base, Tarp Pivot 075761-08 Spring, Tarp Lower Arm ...
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P/N 75907 WHEN ORDERING PARTS, BE SURE TO STATE SERIAL NUMBER OF MACHINE MB50 MU0518 Rev. A...
CONTROL SYSTEMS Ref. No. Ref. Part Number Description Req’d 075736-A Antenna 075905 Antenna Cable 075858-RP Remote Pendant 075858-T Wireless Remote Transmitter 008795 Control Display 075858-KP Keypad 366164 E-Stop Button 055851 Ignition Switch with Keys 031506-01 Replacement Key Set (2 Keys) 075907 Main Control Station Decal NOT SHOWN...
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2, 3 SECTION A-A WHEN ORDERING PARTS, BE SURE TO STATE SERIAL NUMBER OF MACHINE MB50 MU0518 Rev. A...
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BLACK BLACK BROWN WHITE WHITE BLACK BLACK YELLOW GREEN WHITE WHITE WHEN ORDERING PARTS, BE SURE TO STATE SERIAL NUMBER OF MACHINE MB50 MU0518 Rev. A...
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM Ref. No. Part Number Description No. Req’d 071238 Hose Reel Motor 052391 Floor Drive Motor 013192 Hydac Cooler 075230 Rotary Air Valve Motor (Airlock) 012044 Pressure Gauge 075897-01 1-1/4 in. Suction Hose 075897-02 3/4 in. Pressure Hose 075745-03 3/4 in.
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HYDRAULIC SYSTEM Ref. No. Part Number Description No. Req’d 075770 Relief Valve 075770-01 Relief Valve Block 075770-02 Relief Valve Cartridge 075716 Oil Tank Weldment 075902 Hydraulic Valve Assembly (see Hydraulic Manifold section) 052136-07 Isolators 080329 Hydraulic Reservoir Sight Gauge F605-0175 Hydraulic Cooler Mounting Bracket 011648 Hydraulic Suction Strainer...
HYDRAULIC MANIFOLD Ref. No. Ref. Part Number Description Req’d 012087 #12SAE x #12JIC Straight Fitting (Installed in Port P) FW65225 #12SAE x #16JIC Straight Fitting (Installed in Port T) 055659 2050 psi Pressure Switch (Installed in Port PS1) ...
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