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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Serial number 1100578 and up
BXMT 3209
Chipper / Shredder
Rev Aug-2023
Document Number: Z97147_En

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR'S MANUAL Serial number 1100578 and up BXMT 3209 Chipper / Shredder Rev Aug-2023 Document Number: Z97147_En...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    BXMT3209 Chipper / Shredder Table of Contents 1. Introduction ............3 7. Transport .............32 1.1 Delivery Inspection Report ........4 7.1 Transport Safety ............. 32 1.2 Serial Number Location ..........5 7.2 Prepare the Machine for Transport ......32 1.3 Types of Labels on the Machine ........ 6 7.3 Connect to a Tow Vehicle ........

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Keep this manual available for frequent reference and to give to WARNING! new operators or owners. Call your local Wallenstein dealer or the distributor if you need assistance, information, or additional Do not attempt to start or operate the machine copies of the manuals.

  • Page 4: Delivery Inspection Report

    Chipper / Shredder 1.1 Delivery Inspection Report Wallenstein BXMT3209 Chipper / Shredder To register your product and start the warranty, go to WallensteinEquipment.com. This form must be completed by the dealer at the time of delivery, and then signed by the dealer and customer.

  • Page 5: Serial Number Location

    BXMT3209 Introduction Chipper / Shredder 1.2 Serial Number Location Always provide the model and serial number of your Wallenstein product when ordering parts, or requesting service or other information. The product information plate location is shown in the following illustration.

  • Page 6: Types Of Labels On The Machine

    This type of label provides information for the operator or shows the operation of When getting familiar with the Wallenstein product, notice that a control. there are numerous labels located on the machine. There are different types of labels for safety, information, and product identification.

  • Page 7: Safety

    YOU are responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of DANGER your Wallenstein product. YOU must make sure that you and Identifies a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in anyone else who uses, maintains, or works around the machine serious injury or death.

  • Page 8: Safety Rules

    W016 • Heavy gloves. • Hearing protection. Wallenstein Equipment puts considerable effort into designing • Protective shoes with steel toes and slip resistant soles. products that are safe to use; however, it is also the • Protective glasses, goggles, or a face shield.

  • Page 9: Equipment Safety Guidelines

    BXMT3209 Safety Chipper / Shredder 2.5 Equipment Safety Guidelines 2.7 Safety Training Safety is one of the main concerns in designing and developing An untrained operator can cause serious injury or death to equipment. However, every year many accidents occur which themselves or others.

  • Page 10: Sign-Off Form

    BXMT3209 Safety Chipper / Shredder 2.8 Sign-Off Form The design and manufacture of this product conforms to the applicable provisions in the following standards: Everyone who uses this machine must read and fully understand • ISO 11448:1997 Powered shredders and chippers —...

  • Page 11: Work Site

    BXMT3209 Safety Chipper / Shredder 2.9 Work Site 2.9.2 Set Up a Safe Work Area Read and obey the instructions for safe operation of the machine. CAUTION! Keep bystanders and workers safe from hazards. Obey the It is the responsibility of the operator to be fully following guidelines: familiar with the work site before starting work.
  • Page 12 BXMT3209 Safety Chipper / Shredder A safe work area is divided into two zones: 1. Safe Zone The safe zone is the area outside the work zone perimeter. All people who are not directly involved with the work can be in this area. There are minimal hazards in the safe zone.

  • Page 13: Safety Labels

    BXMT3209 Safety Labels Chipper / Shredder 3. Safety Labels WARNING! Replace all safety labels that are missing, damaged, or illegible. If a component is replaced and it has a safety label on it, apply a safety label to the new component. Operating the machine...

  • Page 14: Safety Label Locations

    BXMT3209 Safety Labels Chipper / Shredder 3.1 Safety Label Locations Numbers correspond with the Safety Label Definitions on page 16. 02148 Figure 3 – Safety labels - front...
  • Page 15 BXMT3209 Safety Labels Chipper / Shredder 02150 Figure 4 – Safety labels - rear...

  • Page 16: Safety Label Definitions

    BXMT3209 Safety Labels Chipper / Shredder 3.2 Safety Label Definitions 4. Warning! Entanglement, pinch, and crush 1. Warning! hazards Cut hazard Keep hands away from this area. Do not put your hands inside the guard. Sharp rotating parts can cut or sever fingers, hands, toes, or feet.

  • Page 17: Replace A Safety Label

    • Always replace safety labels that are missing or have entanglement hazard become illegible. Replacement safety labels are available from your local Wallenstein Equipment dealer or distributor. Oversize material will overload the machine, which can stall the engine • Keep the safety labels clean and legible at all times.

  • Page 18: Familiarization

    BXMT3209 Familiarization Chipper / Shredder 4. Familiarization The BXMT3209 chipper/shredder chips or shreds limbs, 4.3 Operator Orientation branches, bark, or leaves into wood chips or mulch. A gas engine supplies power to the machine. IMPORTANT! When describing controls throughout this manual, the directions for left hand (LH), right hand (RH), 4.1 New Operator...

  • Page 19: Machine Components

    BXMT3209 Familiarization Chipper / Shredder 4.4 Machine Components 02164 Figure 6 – Machine components 1. Chipper hopper 2. Operator's Manual tube 3. Shredder gate lever 4. Rotor sheave 5. Drive-belt guard 6. Rotor drive belt 7. Clutch flywheel 8. Upper housing 9.

  • Page 20: Controls

    BXMT3209 Controls Chipper / Shredder 5. Controls 5.1.2 Fuel Shut-off Valve WARNING! The fuel shut-off valve has the following functions: Do not operate the machine until you are thoroughly familiar with the position and function Fuel shutoff closed of the various controls. Read the operator’s Fuel valve is closed.

  • Page 21: Shredder Gate Lever

    BXMT3209 Controls Chipper / Shredder 5.1.4 Recoil Starter 5.2 Shredder Gate Lever WARNING! The shredder has a spring-loaded gate. Fast retraction of the starter cord (called Open the gate Push down on the lever. The gate opens and material in the shredder kickback) pulls your hand and arm toward the hopper falls through the chute into the machine.

  • Page 22: Hood Deflector

    BXMT3209 Controls Chipper / Shredder 5.4 Hood Deflector 5.5 Jack Stand The discharge chute has a deflector on the end to direct wood Use the jack stand to support the front of the machine when the chips. Use the hand knobs on each side to change the position.

  • Page 23: Operating Instructions

    BXMT3209 Operating Instructions Chipper / Shredder 6. Operating Instructions Read and understand the operating instructions before using the IMPORTANT! Do not put metal objects, bottles, cans, rocks, machine. glass, or other unapproved material into the wood chipper. These items will damage the machine.

  • Page 24: Pre-Start Checklist

    Make sure that the rotor bearings turn freely. If the bearings are damaged or do not turn freely, rotor knives, and ledger knife. Adjust or replace them if lubricate them or contact your local Wallenstein dealer necessary. to have them replaced.

  • Page 25: Engine Operation

    To purchase a spark arrestor, contact your local Wallenstein dealer or distributor. • Keep the cylinder fins and engine shrouds free of debris to prevent the engine from overheating.
  • Page 26 BXMT3209 Operating Instructions Chipper / Shredder 6.4.2 Check the Engine Fuel Level 6.4.3 Add Fuel to the Engine CAUTION! CAUTION! Check the fuel level outdoors or in an area where Add fuel to the engine outdoors or in an area there is good air flow.
  • Page 27 BXMT3209 Operating Instructions Chipper / Shredder 6.4.4 Check the Engine Oil Level 6.4.5 Add Oil to the Engine IMPORTANT! For more information about engine oil, see IMPORTANT! For more information about engine oil, see the engine manufacturer's manual and Engine Fuel on page...

  • Page 28: Start The Machine

    BXMT3209 Operating Instructions Chipper / Shredder 6.5 Start the Machine 6.7 Emergency Stop In an emergency: WARNING! 1. Stop putting material into the machine. Before you start the machine, read and 2. Move the fuel shut-off valve to the Fuel shutoff closed understand all of the safety information in this position to stop the engine and close the fuel shut-off valve.

  • Page 29: Operate The Machine

    BXMT3209 Operating Instructions Chipper / Shredder CAUTION! Maintain a safe distance from the area where the machine expels the wood chips. Use the discharge chute and/or hood defl ector to direct the expelled material away from the work area, all people, animals, and objects.
  • Page 30 BXMT3209 Operating Instructions Chipper / Shredder 6.9.1 Chip Wood 6.9.2 Shred Wood 1. Set up the machine. 1. Set up the machine. For instructions, see Set Up the Machine on page 28. For instructions, see Set Up the Machine on page 28.

  • Page 31: Clear A Blockage

    BXMT3209 Operating Instructions Chipper / Shredder 6.10 Clear a Blockage 6.10.1 Clear an Internal Blockage 1. Set the machine to a safe condition. For instructions, see Safe Condition on page 9. WARNING! 2. Remove the upper rotor housing fastener, and then open Put the machine in a safe condition before you the upper rotor housing.

  • Page 32: Transport

    BXMT3209 Transport Chipper / Shredder 7. Transport 5. Attach the machine to a tow vehicle. IMPORTANT! Equipment that is transported on a public For instructions, see Connect to a Tow Vehicle on page roadway must comply with the local laws that govern the safety and transport of machinery.

  • Page 33: Lift The Jack Stand

    BXMT3209 Transport Chipper / Shredder 7.6 Lift the Jack Stand For more information, see Figure 14 on page 22. 1. Attach the machine to a tow vehicle or put blocks under the tongue to support the machine. For instructions, see Connect to a Tow Vehicle on page 2.

  • Page 34: Storage

    BXMT3209 Storage Chipper / Shredder 8. Storage At the end of the season or when the machine is not going to be 7. Paint scratches and dents to prevent rust. used for an extended length of time, store the machine correctly 8.

  • Page 35: Replace The Engine Fuel

    BXMT3209 Storage Chipper / Shredder 8.4 Replace the Engine Fuel WARNING! Never smoke or vape while working with fuel. Fuel vapors can explode causing injury or death. Keep sparks, fl ames, and hot components away. W027 WARNING! Fuel and vapors are extremely flammable and explosive.

  • Page 36: Service And Maintenance

    BXMT3209 Service and Maintenance Chipper / Shredder 9. Service and Maintenance Maintenance is your responsibility. Regular preventive • Never work under equipment unless it is safely supported maintenance can improve performance and prolong the life of with blocks. the machine.

  • Page 37: Fluids And Lubricants

    BXMT3209 Service and Maintenance Chipper / Shredder 9.2 Fluids and Lubricants 9.2.3 Engine Fuel For complete fuel information and use at high altitudes, see The machine needs various fluids and lubricants for operation the engine manufacturer's manual. and maintenance. Fuel must meet the following specifications: 9.2.1 Lubricant Handling and Storage...

  • Page 38: Maintenance Schedule

    BXMT3209 Service and Maintenance Chipper / Shredder 9.3 Maintenance Schedule Complete maintenance tasks at the specified time or hour interval, whichever comes first. IMPORTANT! For more information, see the engine manufacturer's manual. 600 hours 200 hours or every 8 hours or...

  • Page 39: Grease Points

    BXMT3209 Service and Maintenance Chipper / Shredder 9.4 Grease Points Apply one pump of grease to each rotor bearing every 100 hours of operation or annually. IMPORTANT! Do not over-grease the bearings. Too much • Use a hand-held grease gun for all greasing. Apply one grease can cause the bearing seals to fail.

  • Page 40: Clean The Engine Air Filter

    BXMT3209 Service and Maintenance Chipper / Shredder 9.5 Clean the Engine Air Filter 9.6 Drive Belt Maintenance IMPORTANT! Operating the engine without an air filter, or WARNING! with a damaged air filter, can allow dirt to enter the engine, causing rapid engine wear. This type of damage is not Wait for hot machine components to cool covered by warranty.
  • Page 41 BXMT3209 Service and Maintenance Chipper / Shredder 9.6.2 Set the Drive Belt Tension WARNING! Never operate a machine with any guards or shields removed. The machine is shown here with guards and/or shields removed for illustrative purposes only. W001 Check drive belt tension every 100 hours of operation.
  • Page 42 BXMT3209 Service and Maintenance Chipper / Shredder 9.6.3 Align the Drive Belt Check the drive belt alignment after every 8 hours of operation For accurate measurement, use a laser alignment tool. If a laser alignment tool is not available, the following method can be used.
  • Page 43 BXMT3209 Service and Maintenance Chipper / Shredder 9.6.4 Align the Engine Mount After changing the drive belt or loosening the engine mounts, the drive belt may become misaligned. The maximum angle of engine mount misalignment is 0.5 degrees. 1. Loosen (do not remove) the four engine mount bolts.
  • Page 44 BXMT3209 Service and Maintenance Chipper / Shredder 9.6.5 Align the Rotor Sheave The rotor sheave can become loose on the shaft and cause drive-belt misalignment. 1. Remove the set screw (2) from the sheave (1). Put the set screw aside. It is necessary for assembly.

  • Page 45: Rotor Knife Maintenance

    BXMT3209 Service and Maintenance Chipper / Shredder 9.7 Rotor Knife Maintenance 14. Close the upper rotor housing and install the fasteners. 15. Use a calibrated torque wrench to torque the fasteners 33 lbf•ft (45 N•m). WARNING! Never operate a machine with any guards or shields removed.

  • Page 46: Ledger Knife Maintenance

    BXMT3209 Service and Maintenance Chipper / Shredder 9.7.2 Sharpen a Rotor Knife 9.8 Ledger Knife Maintenance CAUTION! WARNING! Wear heavy gloves and handle the rotor knives Never operate a machine with any guards with care. The rotor knives are sharp.
  • Page 47 BXMT3209 Service and Maintenance Chipper / Shredder 9.8.2 Sharpen a Ledger Knife 9.8.3 Set the Ledger Knife Clearance 1. Remove the ledger knife from the machine. 1. Stop the engine. Wait for the rotor to stop turning. For instructions, see Replace a Ledger Knife on page 46.

  • Page 48: Shredder Knife Maintenance

    BXMT3209 Service and Maintenance Chipper / Shredder 9.9 Shredder Knife Maintenance 9.9.1 Replace a Shredder Knife 1. Stop the engine. Wait for the rotor to stop turning. WARNING! For instructions, see Stop the Machine on page 28. 2. Remove the fasteners and open the upper rotor housing.

  • Page 49: Chop Block

    BXMT3209 Service and Maintenance Chipper / Shredder 9.10 Chop Block 9.12 Clean the Machine Observe chop block function at each use. Sharpen or rotate IMPORTANT! Using harsh chemicals can damage the every 50 hours of operation. machine finish. Do not use gasoline, diesel fuel, or thinners for cleaning.

  • Page 50: Troubleshooting

    If you encounter a problem that is difficult to solve, even after WARNING! reading this information, please contact your local dealer, the distributor, or Wallenstein Equipment. Before you call, please Before troubleshooting, read and understand the have the serial number for your product handy.
  • Page 51 BXMT3209 Troubleshooting Chipper / Shredder Problem Possible cause Solution Machine requires excessive The discharge chute is obstructed. Clear all debris from the discharge chute. power or stalls. The clutch is being engaged too Move the clutch handle to the START position slowly. Make sure that quickly.

  • Page 52: Specifications

    BXMT3209 Specifications Chipper / Shredder 11. Specifications For engine specifications, see the engine manufacturer's manual. For available accessories, go to WallensteinEquipment.com. 11.1 Machine Specifications Parameter BXMT3209 Chipper type Disc Shredder type Hammer mill Feed system Gravity Engine Vanguard® 10 hp (305 cc) Chipper hopper opening (height x width) 10"...

  • Page 53: Bolt Torque

    BXMT3209 Specifications Chipper / Shredder 11.2 Bolt Torque IMPORTANT! If you replace hardware, use fasteners of Imperial Bolt Torque Specifications the same grade. Torque Bolt SAE Gr. 2 SAE Gr. 5 SAE Gr. 8 Diameter IMPORTANT! The torque specifications in these tables lbf•ft...

  • Page 54: Warranty

    Warranty Chipper / Shredder 12. Warranty LIMITED WARRANTY Wallenstein products are warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service, for a period of Five Years for Consumer Use Two Years for Commercial/Rental Use from the date of purchase, when operated and maintained in accordance with the opera�ng...

  • Page 55: Index

    BXMT3209 Index Chipper / Shredder 13. Index Engine fuel ��������������������������������������������������������������������� 37 Engine oil ����������������������������������������������������������������������� 37 Add fuel to the engine ��������������������������������������������������������� 26 Grease ��������������������������������������������������������������������������� 37 Add oil to the engine ����������������������������������������������������������� 27 Fuel Air filter �������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 40 Check the engine fuel level�������������������������������������������� 26 Align the drive belt���������������������������������������������������������������...
  • Page 56 BXMT3209 Index Chipper / Shredder Set up the machine �������������������������������������������������������� 28 Shredder knife Start the machine����������������������������������������������������������� 28 Replace a shredder knife ����������������������������������������������� 48 Stop the machine ����������������������������������������������������������� 28 Sharpen a shredder knife ���������������������������������������������� 48 Shredder knife maintenance ����������������������������������������������� 48 Shred wood ������������������������������������������������������������������������� 30 Specifications ����������������������������������������������������������������������...
  • Page 60 WallensteinEquipment.com...

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