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- Page 1 3-POINT HITCH WOOD CHIPPER BE-WCGF4XXX OPERATIONS & PARTS MANUAL FOR MODELS: • BE-BX42S • BE-WC62G PURCHASE DATE MODEL NO. SERIAL NUMBER DEALER MANUAL CODE:...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Safety Sign Locations Assembly Operation safety Machine Components Pre-operation Checklist Driveline Dimension Mounting & Unhooking Tractors Controls Fiel Operation Emergency Stopping Field Operation - Blades Cleaning Sharpening Blades Transportation Storage Maintenance Specifications INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your choice of a 3-Point Hitch Wood Chipper to compliment your operation. This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet the needs of a discerning timber of landscape industry. - Page 3 SAFETY SYMBOLS This safety alert symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! The Safety Alert symbol identifies important safety messages on the 3-Point Hitch Wood Chipper and in the manual. When you see this symbol, be alert to the possibility of personal injury or death. Follow the instructions in the safety message.
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Page 4: Safety
GENERAL SAFETY • Read and understand the Operator’s Manual and all safety signs before using, maintaining, adjusting or cleaning the 3-Point Hitch Wood Chipper. • Have a first aid kit readily available and know how to use it, should the need arise. •... - Page 5 If its ability to do a job, or to do so safely, is in question - DON’T TRY IT! Do not modify the equipment in anyway. Unauthorized modification may result in serious injury or death and may impair the function and life of the equipment. In addition to the design and configuration of this implement, including safety signs and safety equipment, hazard control and accident prevention are dependable upon the awareness, concern, prudence and proper training of personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of the machine.
- Page 6 PREPARATION Never use the machine until you have read and completely understand this manual, the tractor Operator’s Manual and each of the Safety Messages found on the safety signs on the tractor and machine. Personal protection equipment including; hard hat, safety glasses, safety shoes and gloves are recommended during assembly, installation, operation, adjustment, maintaining, repairing, removal, cleaning or moving the unit.
- Page 7 OPERATING SAFETY Please remember it is important that you read and heed the safety signs on the 3-Point Wood Chipper. Clean or replace all safety signs if they cannot be clearly read and understood. They are for your safety, as well as the safety of others.
- Page 8 HYDRAULIC SAFETY Make sure that all the components in the hydraulic system are kept in good condition and are clean. Before applying pressure to the system, make sure all components are tight and that lines, hoses and couplings are not damaged. Do not attempt any makeshift repairs to the hydraulic lines, fittings or hoses by using tapes, clamps or cements.
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Page 9: Safety Sign Locations
SAFETY SIGN LOCATIONS SAFETY SIGN LOCATIONS BE-BX42S / BE-WC62G The types of safety signs and locations on the equipment are shown in the illustrations that follow. Good safety requires that you familiarize yourself with the various safety signs. the type of warning and the The types of safety signs and locations on the equipment are shown in the illustrations that follow. - Page 10 SAFETY SIGN LOCATIONS (CONT.) BE-BX42S / BE-WC62G WARNING HIGH PRESSURE FLUID HAZARD To prevent serious injury or death from high pressure fluid: • relieve pressure on system before repairing or adjusting. • Wear proper hand and eye protection when searching for leaks. Use wood or cardboard instead of hands.
- Page 11 SAFETY SIGN LOCATIONS (CONT.) BE-BX42S / BE-WC62G DANGER DANGER MISSING GUARD HAZARD THROWN OBJECT HAZARD • Close and secure all guards and shields before operating. To prevent serious injury or death from thrown objects: • Do not operate without guards and shields. •...
- Page 12 SAFETY SIGN LOCATIONS (CONT.) BE-BX42S / BE-WC62G DANGER ROTATING DRIVELINE HAZARD KEEP AWAY To prevent serious injury or death from rotating driveline: • Keep all guards in place when operating. • Operate only at 540 RPM. • Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from moving parts.
- Page 13 SAFETY SIGN LOCATIONS (CONT.) BE-BX42S / BE-WC62G WARNING ROTATING PART HAZARD KEEP AWAY To prevent serious injury or death from rotating parts: • Turn machine o , stop and disable engine, remove ignition key and place in pocket, set park brake and wait for all moving parts to stop before operating.
- Page 14 SAFETY SIGN LOCATIONS (CONT.) BE-BX42S / BE-WC62G DANGER DANGER GUARDS MISSING ROTATING DRIVELINE HAZARD DO NOT OPERATE CONTACT CAN CAUSE DEATH KEEP AWAY! DANGER DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT: • ALL DRIVELINE, TRACTOR AND EQUIPMENT IN PLACE. • DRIVELINES SECURELY ATTACHED AT BOTH ENDS.
- Page 15 SSEMBLY BE-BX42S / BE-WC62G SSEMBLY ASSEMBLY BE-BX42S / BE-WC62G e machine comes from the factory in a shipping configuration. Always use tools for equipment and forklifts The machine comes from the factory in a shipping configuration. Always use tools for equipment and e machine comes from the factory in a shipping configuration.
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Page 16: Assembly
ASSEMBLY (CONT.) BE-BX42S / BE-WC62G 5. Lay out components next to the machine. (Fig. 3) 5. Lay out components next to the machine. (Fig. 3) BE-WC62G Fig. 3 6. Use a forklift to raise and lift the frame. (Fig. 4) 6. - Page 17 ASSEMBLY (CONT.) BE-BX42S / BE-WC62G 8. Remove pallet and place machine on the ground. (Fig. 8. Remove pallet and place machine on the ground. (Fig. 5) Fig. 5 9. Release feed hopper transport latch and lower 9. Release feed hopper transport latch and lower hopper hopper into the working position.
- Page 18 ASSEMBLY (CONT.) BE-BX42S / BE-WC62G 11. Connect the PTO driveline: 11. Connect the PTO driveline: • Raise the input shaft guard. • Check the driveline telescopes easily and that a. Raise the input shaft guard. the shield rotates freely. b. Check the driveline telescopes easily and that the •...
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Page 19: Operation Safety
OPERATION SAFETY Please remember it is important that you read the operator’s manual and heed the safety signs on the 3-Point Hitch Wood Chipper. They are there for your safety, as well as the safety of others. The safe use of this machine is strictly up to you, the operator. -
Page 20: Machine Components
MACHINE COMPONENTS The 3-Point Hitch Wood Chipper is a rotor with blades for chipping wood. A hinged feed hopper moves the MACHINE COMPONENTS BE-BX42S / BE-WC62G wood material into the rotor. Each rotor is designed with 4 blades and a twig-breaker to generate the small pieces of wood. -
Page 21: Pre-Operation Checklist
PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST Although there are no operational restrictions on the Wood Chipper when used for the first time, it is recommended that the following mechanical items be checked: After 1 Hour of Operation: • Torque all fasteners and hardware. •... -
Page 22: Driveline Dimension
DRIVELINE DIMENSION A PTO driveline is supplied with the machine. To accompany the variety of 3-point hitch geometry available, the driveline can be too long for most machines or too short for others. It is very important that the driveline be free to telescope but not to bottom out when going through its working range. -
Page 23: Mounting & Unhooking Tractors
MOUNTING & UNHOOKING TRACTOR BE-BX42S / BE-WC62G MOUNTING & UNHOOKING TRACTOR When attaching chipper, follow this procedure: 1. Clear area of bystanders, especially small children. When attaching chipper, follow this procedure: 1. Clear area of bystanders, especially small 2. Make sure there is enough room and clearance to children. - Page 24 weight to the lower lift arms to bring them to the required height. 2. Back up until the pins are above the claws. Mounting with a Quick Hitch 1. Align the claws on the Quick Hitch slightly below the mounting pins on the chipper 3.
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Page 25: Controls
Z9400 Leveling Adjustments Leveling Adjustments 1. Slowly raise the machine through its working 1. Slowly raise the machine through its working range range to make sure telescoping portion of the to make sure telescoping portion of the PTO shaft PTO shaft doesn’t bottom out. doesn't bottom out. - Page 26 CONTROLS BE-BX42S / BE-WC62G Deflector Position Deflector Position Each discharge hood is equipped with a deflector on the Each discharge hood is equipped with a deflector on the end end to place the chips exactly where desired. There are 2 to place the chips exactly where desired.
- Page 27 FIELD OPERATION FIELD OPERATION BE-BX42S / BE-WC62G FIELD OPERATION BE-BX42S / BE-WC62G Although the 3-Point Hitch Wood Chipper is easy to use, each operator should review this section to familiarize himself with the detailed safety and operating procedures. Although the 3-Point Hitch Wood Chipper is easy to use, each operator should review this section to When using this machine, follow these procedures: Although the 3-Point Hitch Wood Chipper is easy to use, each operator should review this section to familiarize himself with the detailed safety and operating procedures.
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Page 28: Emergency Stopping
EMERGENCY STOPPING Stop tractor engine if an emergency occurs. Correct emergency situation before starting engine and resuming work. Feeding - Manual Feed • Slowly slide the wooden material into the feed hopper and move it into the rotor. • Do not push the material too fast or with a lot of force into the rotor. Stop and slow down if the engine starts to slow down. -
Page 29: Field Operation - Blades
FIELD OPERATION - BLADES BE-BX42S / BE-WC62G FIELD OPERATION – BLADES There are 2 types of blades used on the Wood Chipper. They work together to cut, shear and shred the wood as it moves through the machine. There are 2 types of blades used on the Wood Chipper. They work together to cut, shear and shred the wood as it moves through the machine. - Page 30 FIELD OPERATION - TWIG BREAKER BE-BX42S / BE-WC62G Twig Breaker Twig Breaker Each machine is equipped with a twig breaker to break up twigs or other long material as it moves through Each machine is equipped with a twig breaker to break up twigs or other long material as it moves through the rotor compartment.
- Page 31 something very hard has been jammed into the rotor or between the blades. Always unplug the system and determine the cause of the problem and correct it before resuming work. Shear Pin WARNING The PTO driveline is designed with a shear pin at the input yoke to prevent overloading the drive system.
- Page 32 UNPLUGGING BE-BX42S / BE-WC62G Unplugging Although the machine is designed to handle a wide Unplugging variety of material without any problem, occasionally it plugs. Although the machine is designed to handle a wide variety of material without any problem, occasionally it plugs. When the machine plugs, follow this procedure to unplug: When the machine plugs, follow this procedure to unplug:...
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Page 33: Cleaning
CLEANING BE-BX42S / BE-WC62G Cleaning CLEANING Clean the machine frequently to prevent a build up of Clean the machine frequently to prevent a build up of dust, chips and trash on the frame. dust, chips and trash on the frame. A clean machine reduces the chance of rusting. -
Page 34: Sharpening Blades
SHARPENING BLADES BE-BX42S / BE-WC62G Sharpening Blades SHARPENING BLADES The rotor and stationary blades need to be sharp for The rotor and stationary blades need to be sharp for the chipper to perform as expected. It is recommended the chipper to perform as expected. It is recommended that the rotor blades be removed from the rotor that the rotor blades be removed from the rotor when when sharpening. - Page 35 HYDRAULIC FEED CONTROL The machine with the hydraulic feed hopper is designed with a control lever to place the hopper in: • FEED • OFF/ NEUTRAL • REVERSE. Pull it all the way out to feed, push in to the first detent for off or neutral and fully in for reverse. In reverse the material in the hopper is pulled out of the rotor.
- Page 36 FIELD OPERATION SAFETY Personal Protective Equipment Each person must wear personal protective equipment whenever operating the chipper or working in the vicinity. The equipment is designed to prevent injury to any personnel in the area. This list includes but is not limited to: •...
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Page 37: Transportation
TRANSPORTATION When transporting be sure to: • Comply with state and local laws governing safety and transporting of machinery on public roads. • Check that all the lights, reflectors and other lighting requirements are installed and in good working condition. •... -
Page 38: Storage
STORAGE Storage Safety STORAGE BE-BX42S / BE-WC62G • Store the unit in an area away from human activity. • Do not permit children to play on or around the stored machine. Storage Safety • Store the unit in a dry, level area. Support the frame with planks if required. •... -
Page 39: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE Maintenance Safety • Good maintenance is your responsibility. Poor maintenance is an invitation to trouble. • Keep service area clean and dry. • Be sure electrical outlets and tools are properly grounded. • Use adequate light for the job at hand. •... - Page 40 SERVICING INTERVALS BE-BX42S / BE-WC62G SERVICING INTERVALS The period recommended is based on normal operating conditions. Severe or unusual conditions may require more frequent lubrication or oil changes. The period recommended is based on normal operating conditions. Severe or unusual conditions Daily or Every 8 Hours may require more frequent lubrication or oil changes.
- Page 41 SERVICING INTERVALS (CONT.) BE-BX42S / BE-WC62G SERVICING INTERVALS (CONT.) BE-BX42S / BE-WC62G Weekly or Every 40 Hours Weekly or Every 40 Hours • Check sharpness of blades: • Check sharpness of blades: A. Rotor Blade • Rotor Blade Weekly or Every 40 Hours B.
- Page 42 SERVICING INTERVALS (CONT.) BE-BX42S / BE-WC62G After Every 100 Hours After Every 100 Hours • Grease the rotor bearings. DO NOT OVER GREASE! • Grease the rotor bearings. DO NOT OVER GREASE! SERVICING INTERVALS (CONT.) BE-BX42S / BE-WC62G After Every 100 Hours •...
- Page 43 Annual disassembly, cleaning and lubrication is recommended to insure that all components function as intended. To maintain the driveline, follow this procedure: DRIVELINE MAINTENANCE • Remove the driveline from the machine. • Pull driveline apart. • Use a screwdriver to turn and lock studs on each end. By following a careful service and maintenance program There are 2 studs per guards.
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Page 44: Specifications
MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS BE-BX425 WC6SG Drive System Direct Drive PTO w/Shear bolt Direct Drive PTO w/Shear bolt Chipper Capacity 4” Diameter (takes up 10” slab) 6” Diameter (takes up 12” slab) Chipper Housing Opening 4” x 10” 6-1/2” x 10” Rotor Size 25”... - Page 45 1” 1320 METRIC BOLT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS METRIC BOLT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Bolt Diameter “A” (N.m) (lb-ft) (N.m) (lb-ft) 1050 1495 1103 2100 1550 2600 1917 3675 2710 Torque figures indicated above are valid for non-greased or non-oiled threads and heads unless otherwise specified.
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