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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Serial number 1C34424 to 1C34471, 100064 to 100158, 1100000 and up
BXC 34
Wood Chipper
Rev Dec-2023
Part Number: Z97110_En

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR'S MANUAL Serial number 1C34424 to 1C34471, 100064 to 100158, 1100000 and up BXC 34 Wood Chipper Rev Dec-2023 Part Number: Z97110_En...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    BXC34 Wood Chipper Table of Contents 1. Introduction ............3 8. Storage ..............34 1.1 Delivery Inspection Report ........4 8.1 Storage Safety ............34 1.2 Serial Number Location ..........5 8.2 Put the Machine in Storage ........34 1.3 Types of Labels on the Machine ........ 6 8.3 Remove the Machine from Storage ......

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Keep this manual with the machine at all times and available for frequent reference. W034 Congratulations on your choice of a Wallenstein BXC34 wood chipper! The BXC34 wood chipper is a high-quality, rugged machine that is designed to cut brush and branches into consistent size wood chips.

  • Page 4: Delivery Inspection Report

    Introduction Wood Chipper 1.1 Delivery Inspection Report Wallenstein Wood Chipper To activate the warranty, register your product at 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

    BXC34 Introduction Wood Chipper 1.2 Serial Number Location Always provide the model and serial number of your Wallenstein product when you order parts, or request 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 gives information to the operator or shows the operation of a control. There are different types of labels on your Wallenstein product. The labels are 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 • Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause permanent hearing loss. Power Wallenstein Equipment puts considerable effort into designing equipment with or without a vehicle products that are safe to use; however, it is also the attached can often be noisy enough to responsibility of the operator to use the equipment safely.

  • Page 9: Equipment Safety Guidelines

    BXC34 Safety Wood Chipper 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

    BXC34 Safety Wood Chipper 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 • EN 13683+A1:2009, Garden Equipment - Integrally understand all safety, operation, and maintenance information in Powered Shredders/Chippers - Safety.

  • Page 11: Work Site

    BXC34 Safety Wood Chipper 2.9 Work Site 2.9.2 Create 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 The operator must be fully familiar with the work following guidelines: site before starting work.
  • Page 12 BXC34 Safety Wood Chipper 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

    Replacement safety labels are available damaged, or illegible. If a component is replaced from your local Wallenstein Equipment dealer or distributor. and it has a safety label on it, apply a safety label to the new component. Operating the machine •...

  • Page 14: Safety Sign Locations

    BXC34 Safety Labels Wood Chipper 3.2 Safety Sign Locations Numbers correspond with the Safety Label Definitions on page 16. 02003 Figure 3 – Safety sign locations (front and sides)
  • Page 15 BXC34 Safety Labels Wood Chipper 02005 Figure 4 – Safety sign locations (back and top)

  • Page 16: Safety Label Definitions

    BXC34 Safety Labels Wood Chipper 3.3 Safety Label Definitions 4. Warning! Entanglement, pinch, and crush 1. Caution! hazards Read the Operator's Manual Keep hands away from this area. Do not put your hands inside the guard. There is important safety information...
  • Page 17 BXC34 Safety Labels Wood Chipper 7. Caution! Impact, cut, and puncture hazards The machine releases wood chips fast enough to cause personal injury and property damage. Stay away from the discharge chute and the area where the discharge chute is pointed. Do not point the discharge chute at people, animals, or structures.

  • Page 18: Familiarization

    BXC34 Familiarization Wood Chipper 4. Familiarization The Wallenstein BXT36S wood chipper is designed to chip small 4.3 Operator Orientation scrap lumber, small trees, brush, branches, and other wood material. The chipped material is fine enough to be composted IMPORTANT! When describing controls throughout this or used as mulch.

  • Page 19: Machine Components

    BXC34 Familiarization Wood Chipper 4.4 Machine Components Figure 6 – Machine components 1. Chipper hopper 7. Support stand 13. Rotor housing 2. Operator's Manual storage tube 8. Clutch handle 14. Rotor 3. Discharge chute 9. Wheel (1 of 2) 15. Rotor knife (1 of 2) 4.

  • Page 20: Controls

    BXC34 Controls Wood Chipper 5. Controls 5.1.2 Choke Control WARNING! The choke control lever has the following functions: Do not operate the machine until you are thoroughly familiar with the position and function Closed of the various controls. Read the operator’s Close the choke to start a cold engine.

  • Page 21: Deflector

    BXC34 Controls Wood Chipper 5.1.3 Rewind Start 5.2 Deflector WARNING! The discharge chute has a deflector that directs wood chips toward the ground. Set the deflector higher to direct wood chips Fast retraction of the starter cord (called away from the machine. Set the deflector lower to direct wood kickback) pulls your hand and arm toward the chips closer to the machine.

  • Page 22: Handles

    BXC34 Controls Wood Chipper 5.3 Handles 5.4.1 Stop Position IMPORTANT! When the clutch disengages, the brake IMPORTANT! Do not tilt the machine when the engine is on. automatically engages. Tilting the engine changes the fluid levels, which can cause damage when the engine is on.

  • Page 23: Operating Instructions

    BXC34 Operating Instructions Wood Chipper 6. Operating Instructions The operator is responsible to be familiar with and obey all IMPORTANT! Do not put metal objects, bottles, cans, rocks, operating and safety procedures. Read and understand all glass, or other unapproved material into the machine. These the safety information in this manual before you operate the items will damage the machine.

  • Page 24: Pre-Start Checklist

    Make sure that the rotor bearings turn freely. the rotor bearings turn freely. If the bearings are damaged or do not turn freely, lubricate them or contact your local Wallenstein dealer to have them • Check the fasteners and make sure that they are torqued to 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 BXC34 Operating Instructions Wood Chipper 6.4.2 Fuel Safety 6.4.3 Check the Engine Fuel Level Check the engine fuel level before each use. WARNING! Start work with a full fuel tank to decrease operating interruptions. Do not let the fuel tank become empty.
  • Page 27 BXC34 Operating Instructions Wood Chipper 6.4.4 Add Fuel to the Engine 6.4.5 Check the Engine Oil Level The engine requires clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline with a pump IMPORTANT! For more information about engine oil, see octane rating of 87 or higher (research octane number [RON] the engine manufacturer's manual and Engine Oil on page of 91 or higher).

  • Page 28: Start The Machine

    BXC34 Operating Instructions Wood Chipper 6.4.6 Add Oil to the Engine 6.5 Start the Machine IMPORTANT! For more information about engine oil, see WARNING! the engine manufacturer's manual and Engine Oil on page Fast retraction of the starter cord (called kickback) pulls your hand and arm toward the The engine has three oil-fill locations.

  • Page 29: Stop The Machine

    BXC34 Operating Instructions Wood Chipper 6.6 Stop the Machine 6.8 Set Up the Machine WARNING! IMPORTANT! Do not choke the carburetor to stop the engine. Choking the carburetor can cause damage to the Always use the machine outdoors and park engine.

  • Page 30: Operate The Machine

    BXC34 Operating Instructions Wood Chipper 6.9 Operate the Machine 6.9.1 Prepare the Material • Cut large, curved branches into smaller, straighter sections. WARNING! Some branches and brush move in unpredictable directions when they enter the rotor housing. Wear the personal protective equipment (PPE) •...

  • Page 31: Chip Wood

    BXC34 Operating Instructions Wood Chipper 6.10 Chip Wood 6.11 Remove a Blockage WARNING! WARNING! Do not reach into the chipper hopper. There are Put the machine in a safe condition before sharp knives that can trap, cut, and/or sever your you remove a blockage.
  • Page 32 BXC34 Operating Instructions Wood Chipper 6.11.1 Remove an Internal Blockage 1. Set the machine to a safe condition. For instructions, see Safe Condition on page 9. 2. Remove the discharge chute fasteners, and then remove the discharge chute. 3. Remove material from the discharge chute.

  • Page 33: Transport

    BXC34 Transport Wood Chipper 7. Transport WARNING! Do not tow this machine on a roadway. If transport to another location is necessary, attach the machine safely to the bed of a licensed truck or trailer. 7.1 Transport Safety • Do not let people ride on the machine.

  • Page 34: Storage

    BXC34 Storage Wood Chipper 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: Remove The Machine From Storage

    BXC34 Storage Wood Chipper 8.2.1 Replace the Engine Fuel 8.3 Remove the Machine from Storage WARNING! 1. Do the Pre-Start Checklist on page 24. Do not smoke or vape when you handle 2. Do the necessary maintenance. fuel. Fuel vapours can explode causing For maintenance requirements, see the Maintenance serious injury or death.

  • Page 36: Service And Maintenance

    BXC34 Service and Maintenance Wood Chipper 9. Service and Maintenance Maintenance is your responsibility. Regular preventive Set the machine to a safe condition before you start any maintenance can improve performance and prolong the life of service or maintenance: the machine.

  • Page 37: Fluids And Lubricants

    BXC34 Service and Maintenance Wood Chipper 9.2 Fluids and Lubricants 9.2.3 Engine Fuel For complete fuel information and use at high altitudes, see The machine needs the correct fluids and lubricants for the engine manufacturer's manual. operation and maintenance. Fuel must meet the following specifications: 9.2.1 Lubricant Handling and Storage...

  • Page 38: Maintenance Schedule

    BXC34 Service and Maintenance Wood Chipper 9.3 Maintenance Schedule IMPORTANT! For more information, see the engine manufacturer's manual. Complete maintenance tasks at the specified time or hour interval, whichever comes first. 600 hours or every 8 hours hours or hours or...

  • Page 39: Grease Points

    BXC34 Service and Maintenance Wood Chipper 9.4 Grease Points IMPORTANT! Do not over grease a bearing. Too much grease can cause the bearing seals to fail. Look for this type of label on the machine. Each label identifies a grease point and shows the greasing interval in hours.
  • Page 40 BXC34 Service and Maintenance Wood Chipper 9.4.1 Grease Fitting Locations Number of Item Location Frequency Locations Rotor-shaft bearings 100 hours or annually 2 02007 Figure 19 – Grease fitting locations...

  • Page 41: Engine Maintenance

    BXC34 Service and Maintenance Wood Chipper 9.5 Engine Maintenance 9.6 Clean the Engine Air Filter For full engine maintenance information, see the engine IMPORTANT! Operating the engine without an air filter, or manufacturer's manual. with a damaged air filter, can let dirt to enter the engine, causing rapid engine wear.

  • Page 42: Drive Belt Maintenance

    BXC34 Service and Maintenance Wood Chipper 9.7 Drive Belt Maintenance WARNING! Wait for hot machine components to cool before you work on the machine. Hot machine components can cause serious burns or start a fi re. Do not touch hot machine components.
  • Page 43 BXC34 Service and Maintenance Wood Chipper 9.7.2 Set the Drive Belt Tension WARNING! 1/4"–3/8" (6 mm–10 mm) Do not operate the machine with any of the guards or shields removed. The machine is shown with guards or shields removed for illustrative purposes only.
  • Page 44 BXC34 Service and Maintenance Wood Chipper 9.7.3 Align the Drive Belt 9.7.4 Align the Engine Clutch Check the drive belt alignment after every 8 hours of The engine mount can move and cause drive-belt misalignment. operation 1. Loosen (do not remove) the four engine mount bolts.
  • Page 45 BXC34 Service and Maintenance Wood Chipper 9.7.5 Align the Rotor Sheave The rotor sheave can become loose on the shaft and cause drive-belt misalignment. 1. Remove the set screw (6) from the sheave (5). Put the set screw aside. It is necessary for assembly.

  • Page 46: Rotor Knife Maintenance

    BXC34 Service and Maintenance Wood Chipper 9.8 Rotor Knife Maintenance 5. Turn the rotor to access one of the rotor knives. 6. Move the clutch lever to the STOP position to prevent the rotor from turning. WARNING! Make sure that the rotor cannot move.

  • Page 47: Ledger Knife Maintenance

    BXC34 Service and Maintenance Wood Chipper 9.8.2 Sharpen a Rotor Knife 9.9 Ledger Knife Maintenance CAUTION! WARNING! Wear heavy gloves and handle the rotor knives Do not operate the machine with any of the with care. The rotor knives are sharp.
  • Page 48 BXC34 Service and Maintenance Wood Chipper 9.9.1 Replace a Ledger Knife 9.9.2 Sharpen a Ledger Knife 1. Stop the engine. Wait for the rotor to stop turning. 1. Remove the ledger knife from the machine. For instructions, see Stop the Machine on page 29.

  • Page 49: Twig Breaker Maintenance

    BXC34 Service and Maintenance Wood Chipper 9.9.3 Set the Ledger Knife Clearance 9.10 Twig Breaker Maintenance 1. Stop the engine. Wait for the rotor to stop turning. The twig breaker is located on the side of the lower rotor For instructions, see Stop the Machine on page 29.

  • Page 50: Safety Curtain Maintenance

    BXC34 Service and Maintenance Wood Chipper 9.11 Safety Curtain Maintenance 9.13 Clean the Machine CAUTION! IMPORTANT! Do not use gasoline, diesel fuel, or thinners for cleaning. Harsh chemicals can damage the machine Do not operate the machine without the safety finish.

  • Page 51: 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 52 BXC34 Troubleshooting Wood Chipper Problem Cause Solution The wood chip The knives are not sharp. Check the rotor and ledger knives. If necessary, rotate, sharpen, or replace the quality is poor. knives. For instructions, see page 46. The drive belt is loose or worn.

  • Page 53: Specifications

    BXC34 Specifications Wood Chipper 11. Specifications For engine specifications, see the engine manufacturer's manual 11.1 Machine Specifications Parameter BXC34 Chipper type Disc Feed system Gravity Engine Vanguard® 6.5 hp (203 cc) Chipper hopper opening (height x width) 18" x 18" (46 cm x 46 cm) Chipper rotor opening (height x width) 4"...

  • Page 54: Bolt Torque

    BXC34 Specifications Wood Chipper 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 55: Warranty

    Warranty Wood Chipper 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 and maintenance instruc�ons supplied with the unit.

  • Page 56: Index

    BXC34 Index Wood Chipper 13. Index Replace�������������������������������������������������������������������������� 35 Shutoff ��������������������������������������������������������������������������� 20 Alert symbol �������������������������������������������������������������������������� 7 Specifications����������������������������������������������������������������� 37 Belt drive Grease Align ������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 44 Points ����������������������������������������������������������������������������� 39 Replace�������������������������������������������������������������������������� 42 Specifications����������������������������������������������������������������� 37 Tension �������������������������������������������������������������������������� 43 Guidelines, equipment safety ������������������������������������������������ 9 Bolt torque ��������������������������������������������������������������������������� 54 Break-in, machine ���������������������������������������������������������������...
  • Page 57 BXC34 Index Wood Chipper Start machine����������������������������������������������������������������� 28 Start machine ���������������������������������������������������������������������� 28 Stop machine ����������������������������������������������������������������� 29 Stop machine ���������������������������������������������������������������������� 29 Emergency��������������������������������������������������������������������� 29 Storage�������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 34 Place machine ��������������������������������������������������������������� 34 Prepare material������������������������������������������������������������������ 30 Remove machine ����������������������������������������������������������� 35 Product Warranty ���������������������������������������������������������������� 55 Replace engine fuel ������������������������������������������������������� 35 Safety�����������������������������������������������������������������������������...

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