TW 230HB (Diesel) 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...
This manual covers the operation and maintenance of the Timberwolf TW 230HB 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.
TW 230HB (Diesel) 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.
TW 230HB (Diesel) Product Details This chapter contains the specifications of the TW 230HB. 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 230HB are shown in Table 1.
TW 230HB (Diesel) 2 Product Details 2.2.3 Parts Locator 3 Belt tensioning pulley Top slide Rotor pulley Greasing point Rotor Cutting blade (x2) Fan section (x4) Drive pulley Control panel Directional control valve Tool Box The TW 230HB is supplied with a tool box which contains: •...
DANGER - Rotating blades. Keep hands and feet out. C192- DANGER - Do not climb into the feed funnel (Timberwolf Safety Plus Kit). 0102 Fuel here. Risk of fire. Allow engine to cool for one minute before refuelling. Use diesel...
TW 230HB (Diesel) 2 Product Details 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.) WARNING - Failure to maintain brake adjustment will result in damper failure. No warranty 1258 liability will be accepted on this item.
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2 Product Details TW 230HB (Diesel) Pt No Description P691 Do not pull here. Throttle setting. P729 P1810 Relay decal: Forward latch. P1811 Relay decal: Engine safety. P1812 Torque blade bolts to 170 Nm (125 ft-lb). C192- Engine control panel. 0203 P1438 Lifting eye maximum weight.
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 C192- 0100 the machine.) Equivalent Continuous Sound Power Level. (The average amount of acoustic energy an...
2 Product Details TW 230HB (Diesel) Identification Plate The Timberwolf TW 230HB 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.
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TW 230HB (Diesel) 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.
TW 230HB (Diesel) 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.
3 Safety Notes and Warnings TW 230HB (Diesel) 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, handbrake applied, and cannot move.
TW 230HB (Diesel) 3 Safety Notes and Warnings YOU MUST NOT smoke when refuelling. YOU MUST NOT climb on the machine at any time . YOU MUST NOT use the machine if there is any exposed wiring. YOU MUST NOT use the chipper inside buildings or enclosed spaces.
TW 230HB (Diesel) Towing and Handling Safe Transportation DO NOT Ride on the chipper when it is being towed. • When towing a chipper the maximum rated speed is 96 km/h (60 mph). • Always comply with the local speed limits and traffic laws. •...
TW 230HB (Diesel) 4 Towing and Handling 12. If the tow head fails to raise the rear of the vehicle, but instead moves clear of the ball hitch, repeat from step 8 to step 11. 13. Wind the jockey wheel up until it is fully retracted and the jockey wheel frame is seated in its notch on the stem.
4 Towing and Handling TW 230HB (Diesel) Stabilising the Chipper To reduce the risk of accidents, the chipper must be kept in a stable position at all times. Hitched to a vehicle The chipper handbrake should be released. The prop stand and jockey wheel should be stored in the towing position (Figure 2).
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TW 230HB (Diesel) 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.
BLUE reverse feed controls. 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.
5 Operating Instructions TW 230HB (Diesel) Discharge Controls Controlling the direction and angle of the discharge is an essential part of operating the chipper in a safe manner. Discharge Direction 1. Slacken the locking nut using the integral handle (Figure 7). 2.
TW 230HB (Diesel) 5 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. ENSURE the chipper is well supported and cannot move.
5 Operating Instructions TW 230HB (Diesel) Controlling the Engine Speed The TW 230HB must always be run at full speed when chipping. Move the throttle lever all the way to the fast (hare) position and ensure the engine is running at full speed before starting to chip (Figure 12).
TW 230HB (Diesel) 5 Operating Instructions 5.10 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.
5 Operating Instructions TW 230HB (Diesel) 5.13 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.
TW 230HB (Diesel) 5 Operating Instructions 5.15 Check Hydraulic Oil Level The hydraulic oil level is visible through the side of the tank. The level should be between the 'Max' and 'Min' markings on the tank (Figure 17). To replenish, refer to Section 6.11 " Change Hydraulic Oil and Filter "...
5 Operating Instructions TW 230HB (Diesel) 5.17 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 6.9 Loose drive Ensure machine is off and keys "...
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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.
Splines and Rotor Bearings " on page 47.) 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 230HB, personal injury or even loss of life.
6 Maintenance Instructions TW 230HB (Diesel) Engine Servicing All engine servicing must be performed in accordance with the Engine Manufacturer's Handbook provided with the machine. Failure to adhere to this may invalidate warranty and/or shorten engine life. Safe Lifting of the Chipper The lifting eye on the TW 230HB is only designed to lift the machine's weight for loading, unloading, etc.
TW 230HB (Diesel) 6 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.
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6 Maintenance Instructions TW 230HB (Diesel) • 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.
6 Maintenance Instructions TW 230HB (Diesel) 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.
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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 21). 15. Tighten the blade bolts to the correct torque setting. (Refer to Section 6.7 " Check and Replace Fasteners "...
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...
TW 230HB (Diesel) 6 Maintenance Instructions 6.10 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 23. Ensure that the deflection force scale is zeroed by pushing the upper O-ring all the way down.
6 Maintenance Instructions TW 230HB (Diesel) 6.11 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 6.1 " Safe Maintenance " on page 35.) 2.
TW 230HB (Diesel) 6 Maintenance Instructions 6.13 Grease the Discharge Tube Mounting Flanges 1. Ensure the chipper is in a safe condition. (Refer to Section 6.1 " 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 25).
6 Maintenance Instructions TW 230HB (Diesel) 6.15 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.
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(Refer to Section 4.4 " Stabilising the Chipper " on page 23.) 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.
TW 230HB (Diesel) 9 Storage 12-Monthly Storage Checks 1. Carry out all 3-monthly and all 6-monthly checks. 2. Inspect the bearing lubrication system for the presence of water. If water is detected, flush out the bearing housing and re-lubricate immediately. Recommissioning after Storage 1.
• 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. C190-0302 - Rev 1.0 EN 55/59...
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