Bandit INTIMIDATOR 15XP/1390 Operating & Parts Manual page 10

WARNING
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HOOD HINGE AND HOOD REST
The hood hinge and the hood pin are what holds the pivoting hood half in place. Both have to be properly and
securely fitted and maintained. A loose or bent hinge could cause the hood to come in contact with the chipper
disc/drum. IF A HOOD HINGE GETS SLOPPY OR CRACKED OR BENT, IT MUST BE REPLACED! Don't
wait, replace it! The hinge is used for hood alignment and hood location security.
Don't slam the chipper hood open! It damages the hinge!
The hinge needs periodic lubrication to properly operate and to avoid excessive wear! The hinge, hood
rest, and hood require scheduled inspection. If they are damaged, replace them! Use only a Bandit factory
replacement part.
WARNING
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CHIPPER KNIVES
You must use sharp, good quality chipper knives that have not been resharpened past the recommended
width, per manual. Dull chipper knives are not only dangerous, but add to operating costs and slow production.
Chippers Do Not feed or throw chips properly when the knives are dull. Operating with dull knives may cause
the operator to push, kick, or wrestle with the wood going into the chipper which is unsafe. Dull knives make
the chipper vibrate excessively, causing machine fatigue, damage, and the engine to use more fuel. Keep
the knives sharp and the chipper will work smoother, feed wood easier, and make a safer operation. In the
long run, sharp knives can save you money.
The chipper knives must be of good quality and the correct design for that model chipper. The knives must
be properly hardened at the edge, annealed at the bolt holes, and the correct metallurgical composition.
Improper knives may break and cause a dangerous and costly accident. Use only factory approved knives
and mounting hardware from Bandit Industries, Inc.
Bandit Industries, Inc. offers through our dealers a unique knife
sharpening device called "The Knife Saver Kit™" that within minutes
can put a sharp edge back on a dulled chipper knife. The knife doesn't
have to be removed from the disc or drum. Use The Knife Saver Kit™
on brand new knives, on freshly resharpened knives, every day during
Daily Start-Up & Maintenance while the knives are checked, and when
the machine is shut down for a break during the day. The Knife Saver
Kit™ sells under part number 900-9901-68.
The kit includes the sharpener, protective glove, a touch‑up file, and
comes in a protective case. The Knife Saver Kit™ will not restore knives
that are severely nicked or damaged, but will extend knife life before
needing a professional knife grind.
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HOOD HINGE AND HOOD REST
HOOD
HINGE
HOOD
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CHIPPER KNIVES