balfor BF150 Technical Manual

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TECHNICAL MANUAL OF USE AND MAINTENANCE FOR THE USER
"Contains Declaration of Conformity" (CE)
 Read this Manual carefully before using the machine 
"Original instructions"

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  • Page 1 12030 Manta (CN) - Via Galimberti, 64 - Tel. 0175 289070 - Fax 0175 289016 www.balfor.it e-mail: info@balfor.it Models: BF150 TECHNICAL MANUAL OF USE AND MAINTENANCE FOR THE USER “Contains Declaration of Conformity” (CE)  Read this Manual carefully before using the machine ...
  • Page 2 REGISTERED OFFICE – PLANT AND ADMINISTRATION: Via Galimberti, 64 – 12030 MANTA (CN) ITALIA - Tel. 0175 289070 Declares under its own responsibility that the machine: CHIPPING MACHINE FOR BRANCHES Place and date: Manta, 1 September 2023 Chipping machine BF150...
  • Page 3 ISO 11684 “Tractors, agricultural and forestry machinery, garden machinery - Safety signs and risk warning pictograms - General principles”. Person authorised to compile the technical file: Technical Department – Gianluca Ballario at company headquarters offices. The legal representative Chipping machine BF150...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    LUBRICATION AND GREASING ..........................32 KNIFE AND COUNTER-KNIFE SHARPENING ......................33 LID OPENING FOR KNIFE CHANGE ........................35 DRIVE BELT TENSIONING ............................. 36 STORAGE ..............................37 SCRAPPING ................................38 WARRANTY ..............................39 10 SPARE PARTS ............................. 40 January 2023 Edition Chipping machine BF150...
  • Page 5: General Information

    The BALFOR s.r.l. company has compiled this manual to assist you in the maintenance and use of this machine, which, despite being an easy-to-use tool, requires you to scrupulously observe what follows in order to avoid damage to the machine and accidents to the operator.
  • Page 6: About This Manual

    The CE mark and the CE Declaration of Conformity certify that the machine is built in accordance with the “Machinery Directive”. When requesting spare parts, always refer to the machine type, serial number and year of construction Chipping machine BF150...
  • Page 7: Information About The Machine

    These machines are usually used during the day. If use at night or in reduced visibility conditions is required, a proper lighting system must be employed around the machine. ATTENTION! THE MACHINE MUST BE OPERATED BY ONE OPERATOR ONLY. Chipping machine BF150...
  • Page 8: Model Identification

    Cardan models: BF150 C BF150 indicates maximum shredding diameter 15 cm. The information in the following chapters applies to all machine models. In some sections, specific information will be given depending on the machine model and version you are using.
  • Page 9: Components And Technical Data

    Cardan shaft coupling Supply duct closure Three-point hitch Exhaust duct Lifting arm hitch Exhaust duct deflector Lever for loosening belts Lifting eye Lever for resetting belt tension Fork insertion housing Opening for inserting reset lever Shredding rotor Chipping machine BF150...
  • Page 10 45 - 80 ATTENTION! THE MACHINE WAS DESIGNED TO BE DRIVEN BY A TRACTOR WITH A MAXIMUM POWER OF 80hp (58 Kw), FOR HIGHER POWER THE MECHANICS MAY BE DEFORMED OR BROKEN, AND THE DRIVE BELTS MAY SLIP. Chipping machine BF150...
  • Page 11: Noise Level

    Chipping machine BF150...
  • Page 12: Safety Requirements

    Carefully read the safety decals attached to the machine and follow the instructions. In the event of deterioration or poor legibility of the safety pictograms, clean or replace them by placing them in the original position. Chipping machine BF150...
  • Page 13  The Use and Maintenance Manual must always be at hand so that it can be consulted to check the operating cycle. If it is lost or damaged, a replacement copy must be requested from BALFOR s.r.l.  The machine must only be operated by authorised, instructed and appropriately trained personnel.
  • Page 14 For proper operation of the chipping machine and to avoid accidents, logs/branches must not be 'pushed' towards the rotor. If dragging does not occur, sharpen/change the knives.  Use only original BALFOR s.r.l. spare parts. ATTENTION! BALFOR s.r.l. company is not liable for any damage caused by unreasonably foreseeable or improper use of the machine.
  • Page 15: Specific Safety Requirements

    Check that the drive shaft guards are intact and in good condition.  If the cardan shaft guards break or deteriorate, they must be replaced immediately.  When the machine is not attached to the power unit, the cardan shaft must be placed on the appropriate support. Chipping machine BF150...
  • Page 16: Safety Signs

    Possible throwing of material, do not stand by or approach the machine. Maintain a minimum safety distance of 30 m from the machine. 6. ATTENTION! Moving parts, ensure that the drum is completely stationary before lifting the loading duct. Chipping machine BF150...
  • Page 17: On Cardan Models Only (C)

    DANGER of entanglement and dragging. Do not put your hands near the drive shaft while it is in motion. 9. ATTENTION! Check the direction of rotation and speed (540 rpm) of the tractor's PTO before inserting the cardan shaft. Chipping machine BF150...
  • Page 18: Transport And Lifting

    Use and maintenance manual TRANSPORT AND LIFTING BF150 C models can be hooked up and transported using the tractor's three-point hitch. For connection to the tractor see next section. The chipping machine can be moved by crane, using approved hooks and ropes suitable for the weight of the machine itself.
  • Page 19: Checking The Lifting Capacity And Stability Of The Tractor

    M < 0,3 T = tractor wheel base = distance of front axle from ballast overhang from the rear axle of the operating machine = tractor mass + 75 kg (operator) = ballast mass = machine mass Chipping machine BF150...
  • Page 20: Road Conditions

    When travelling on the road, do not exceed the speed prescribed by the Highway Code in force in the country in which you are using the machine, and in any case do not exceed 40 km/h as a maximum limit. Chipping machine BF150...
  • Page 21: Folding Of Loading And Unloading Ducts

     Pull out the two fixing pins of the loading duct (one on each side) and place them in the holes provided on the machine frame;  Release the spring latch;  Lift the loading duct;  Release the latch, which will automatically lock the duct when the raised position is reached. Chipping machine BF150...
  • Page 22 Use and maintenance manual Chipping machine BF150...
  • Page 23: Connections

     Insert and lock the safety plugs. Lock the anti- loosening device of the third point.  Raise the machine a few centimetres off the ground and by acting on the lateral tie-rods of the lift bars, block its lateral movement. Chipping machine BF150...
  • Page 24: Cardan Shaft Installation

    When the cardan shaft is disconnected from the tractor's power take-off, it must ALWAYS be placed on the appropriate support. BALFOR s.r.l. company is not liable for damage caused by incorrect assembly and use of the cardan drive. Chipping machine BF150...
  • Page 25: Use And Operation

    When working, make sure that there are no people or animals within the working radius of the machine, especially near the unloading duct. Should anyone approach, stop the machine immediately. ATTENTION! – DANGER! THE MACHINE MUST BE OPERATED BY ONE OPERATOR ONLY Chipping machine BF150...
  • Page 26 INSTALLED EXHAUST DUCT. Anyone approaching the machine is in the danger zone and therefore EXPOSED PERSON becomes an “ ”. The operator must prevent anyone from entering the danger zone and operate the machine himself with the utmost caution. Chipping machine BF150...
  • Page 27: Exhaust Duct Adjustment

    (1), rotate the duct to the desired position, and then release the lever. Caution: Once the duct has been rotated, check that the lever is engaged and prevents it from rotating. The duct is arranged so that it cannot be directed towards the operator. 270° Chipping machine BF150...
  • Page 28 Use and maintenance manual  To vary the throw angle of the ejected material, act on the discharge deflector using the handle. Chipping machine BF150...
  • Page 29: Emergency Lever For Loosening Drive Belts

    To re-couple the belts, it is necessary to open the crankcase (B) located on the machine frame, insert the lever (C) into the designated hole and move the lever forward. Chipping machine BF150...
  • Page 30 Use and maintenance manual ATTENTION! Close the crankcase after the belts have been reset. Chipping machine BF150...
  • Page 31: Operating Cycle

    Please note that the machine must only be used by one person. ATTENTION! Maintain a sufficient safety distance when chopping long branches that come out of the machine: they could suddenly be thrown off. ATTENTION! NEVER leave the machine unattended during operation. Chipping machine BF150...
  • Page 32: Maintenance

    Carry out maintenance work on the machine by keeping it on the ground and detached from the tractor or, if attached, with the cardan shaft disconnected from the PTO. For the maintenance and lubrication of the cardan shaft (cardan drive), follow the instructions of its manufacturer. Chipping machine BF150...
  • Page 33: Lubrication And Greasing

     Check and grease the bearing supports of the motor traction shaft, to access the inner support remove the front protective crankcase. Regular maintenance is the best guarantee for a safe operation of the machine. Chipping machine BF150...
  • Page 34: Knife And Counter-Knife Sharpening

    3 M12 screws (5) of the counter-blade, and adjust the distance to the knives with the shims supplied with the machine. After each adjustment, check that there is no interference by slowly turning the rotor. Chipping machine BF150...
  • Page 35 Use and maintenance manual ATTENTION! To adjust the counter-knife and the support counter-blade, the machine MUST be stationary and the cardan shaft disconnected from the machine. Chipping machine BF150...
  • Page 36: Lid Opening For Knife Change

    In order to gain access to the rotor and to be able to remove the worn knives, which need to be changed or sharpened, it is necessary to unscrew the 2 screws that fasten the cover to the chipper structure, accessible from inside the storage compartment, and then rotate the cover upwards, using the handle provided. Chipping machine BF150...
  • Page 37: Drive Belt Tensioning

    In order to pull the belts, the front crankcase must be removed, the tie rod counter nut loosened, and the tie rod body unscrewed/screwed to pull/loosen the belts. Once the operation is complete, retighten the counter nut to prevent the tie rod from unscrewing during use. Chipping machine BF150...
  • Page 38: Storage

    - Check that the original safety pictograms are present in their positions and that they are intact and legible. - Grease the mechanical parts according to the previous section. BALFOR s.r.l. company declines all liability for malfunctioning and warranty in the event that the storage and maintenance recommendations are not followed Chipping machine BF150...
  • Page 39: Scrapping

    Do not throw these products away with your other household waste. Find out about local possibilities for separate collection of waste which is marked with this symbol. Disposal not complying with the above will be sanctioned in accordance with Legislative Decree 152/2006. Chipping machine BF150...
  • Page 40: Warranty

    ♦ If a defect is found in a part (or in certain parts) of a machine manufactured by the BALFOR s.r.l. company, during a period of one year from the date of delivery of the machine to the customer, BALFOR s.r.l.
  • Page 41: Spare Parts

    Model Year of manufacture Frame number The BALFOR s.r.l. company ensures spare parts for a minimum period of 5 years after the model ceases to be produced. This Manual has been compiled according to the regulations currently in force. It is an integral part of the machine and must accompany it together with the Declaration of Conformity in case of resale.
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