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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Serial number 1101752 and up
BXMC 3409B
Chipper / Shredder
Rev Dec-2023
Document Number: Z97164_En

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR'S MANUAL Serial number 1101752 and up BXMC 3409B Chipper / Shredder Rev Dec-2023 Document Number: Z97164_En...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    BXMC3409B Chipper / Shredder Table of Contents 1. Introduction ............3 8. Storage ..............35 1.1 Delivery Inspection Report ........4 8.1 Storage Safety ............35 1.2 Serial Number Location ..........5 8.2 Put the Machine in Storage ........35 1.3 Types of Labels on the Machine ........ 6 8.3 Remove the Machine from Storage ......

  • Page 3: Introduction

    For information about the accessories, go to WallensteinEquipment.com. Keep this manual available for frequent reference and to give to new operators or owners. Call your local Wallenstein dealer or the distributor if you need assistance, information, or additional copies of the manuals.

  • Page 4: Delivery Inspection Report

    Chipper / Shredder 1.1 Delivery Inspection Report Wallenstein BXMC3409B Chipper / Shredder 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

    Introduction Chipper / Shredder 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

    BXMC3409B Safety Chipper / Shredder 2.5 Equipment Safety Guidelines 2.6 Safe Condition Safety is one of the main concerns in designing and developing References are made to safe condition throughout this manual. equipment. However, every year many accidents occur which...

  • Page 10: Sign-Off Form

    BXMC3409B 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 all safety, operation, and maintenance information in •...

  • Page 11: Work Site

    BXMC3409B Safety Chipper / Shredder 2.9 Work Site 2.9.2 Create a Safe Work Area Read and obey the instructions for safe operation of the CAUTION! machine. 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 BXMC3409B 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

    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 Label Locations

    BXMC3409B Safety Labels Chipper / Shredder 3.2 Safety Label Locations Numbers correspond with the Safety Label Definitions on page 15. Figure 3 – Safety sign locations...

  • Page 15: Safety Label Definitions

    BXMC3409B Safety Labels Chipper / Shredder 3.3 Safety Label Definitions 4. Warning! Entanglement, pinch, and crush 1. Caution! hazards Read the Operator's Manual Rotating parts can pull in, pinch, and crush fingers and hands. Install the There is important safety information guard when work is complete.
  • Page 16 BXMC3409B Safety Labels Chipper / Shredder 7. Caution! Machine damage and possible entanglement hazard Oversize material will overload the machine, which can stall the engine or cause machine damage. If you try to force material into the machine, it can result in personal injury. Carefully remove oversize material from the machine.

  • Page 17: Familiarization

    BXMC3409B Familiarization Chipper / Shredder 4. Familiarization The Wallenstein BXMC3409B chipper / shredder is designed to 4.3 Operator Orientation chip or shred small scrap lumber, small trees, brush, branches, leaves, and other wood material. IMPORTANT! When describing controls throughout this...

  • Page 18: Machine Components

    BXMC3409B Familiarization Chipper / Shredder 4.4 Machine Components Figure 5 – Machine components 1. Shredder-gate lever 6. Twig breaker 11. Clutch lever 2. Shredder hopper 7. Ledger knife 12. Engine 3. Shredder gate 8. Operator's manual tube 13. Support stand 4.
  • Page 19 BXMC3409B Familiarization Chipper / Shredder Figure 6 – Machine components continued 1. Rotor knife 4. Shredder knives 7. Drive-belt guard 2. Rotor 5. Engine clutch 8. Chop block 3. Shredder plate 6. Drive belt 9. Upper rotor housing...

  • Page 20: Controls

    BXMC3409B Controls Chipper / Shredder 5. Controls Before operating the machine, be familiar with the location and function of the controls. 5.1 Engine Controls WARNING! Before starting the engine, read and understand the safety and operating information under Engine Operation on page 25.

  • Page 21: Shredder Gate

    BXMC3409B Controls Chipper / Shredder 5.1.4 Recoil Starter WARNING! Fast retraction of the starter cord (called kickback) pulls your hand and arm toward the engine faster than you can let go of the handle. Serious bodily harm (for example; bruises, sprains, fractures, and broken bones) can result.

  • Page 22: Clutch Handle

    BXMC3409B Controls Chipper / Shredder 5.4 Clutch Handle 5.4.2 Start Position Move the clutch handle slowly to engage the clutch. The clutch handle engages or disengages the clutch to start or Quick movement of the clutch handle can cause the stop turning the rotor.

  • Page 23: Operating Instructions

    BXMC3409B Operating Instructions Chipper / Shredder 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

    • Check the condition of the rotor bearings. Make sure that If the bearings are damaged or do not turn freely, lubricate the rotor bearings turn freely. them or contact your local Wallenstein dealer to have them replaced. • Check the fasteners and make sure that they are torqued to Make sure that all guards and shields are installed, and the correct specifications.

  • 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 BXMC3409B Operating Instructions Chipper / Shredder 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 BXMC3409B Operating Instructions Chipper / Shredder 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

    BXMC3409B Operating Instructions Chipper / Shredder 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 two oil-fill locations.

  • Page 29: Stop The Machine

    BXMC3409B Operating Instructions Chipper / Shredder 6.6 Stop the Machine 6.8 Set Up the Machine IMPORTANT! Do not choke the carburetor to stop the WARNING! engine. Always use the machine outdoors and park 1. Stop putting material into the machine.

  • Page 30: Operate The Machine

    BXMC3409B Operating Instructions Chipper / Shredder 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 BXMC3409B Operating Instructions Chipper / Shredder 6.9.2 Chip Wood 6.9.3 Shred Material WARNING! WARNING! Do not reach into the chipper hopper. There are Do not reach into the shredder hopper. There sharp knives that can trap, cut, and/or sever your are sharp rotating parts that can trap, cut, and/ fi ngers or hand.

  • Page 32: Remove A Blockage

    BXMC3409B Operating Instructions Chipper / Shredder 6.10 Remove a Blockage 7. When the shredder hopper is empty, release the shredder- gate lever. Monitor the amount of material you put into the machine. If WARNING! the engine speed starts to decrease, stop putting material into the machine.
  • Page 33 BXMC3409B Operating Instructions Chipper / Shredder 6.10.1 Remove an Internal Blockage 1. Set the machine to a safe condition. For instructions, see Safe Condition on page 9. 2. Remove the upper rotor housing fasteners, and then open the upper rotor housing.

  • Page 34: Transport

    BXMC3409B Transport Chipper / Shredder 7. Transport 7.2 Use the Handles WARNING! Do not tow this machine on a roadway. If IMPORTANT! Stop the engine before you move or tilt the transport to another location is necessary, attach machine. Tilting the engine causes the fluid levels to change the machine safely to the bed of a licensed truck and the oil level can become low.

  • Page 35: Storage

    BXMC3409B Storage Chipper / Shredder 8. Storage At the end of the season or when the machine is not going to be 8.2 Put the Machine in Storage used for an extended length of time, store the machine correctly to prevent damage.

  • Page 36: Remove The Machine From Storage

    BXMC3409B Storage Chipper / Shredder 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 37: Service And Maintenance

    BXMC3409B Service and Maintenance Chipper / Shredder 9. Service and Maintenance Maintenance is your responsibility. Regular preventive Put the machine in a safe condition before you start any maintenance can improve performance and prolong the life of service or maintenance: the machine.

  • Page 38: Fluids And Lubricants

    BXMC3409B 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 the correct fluids and lubricants for the engine manufacturer's manual. operation and maintenance.

  • Page 39: Maintenance Schedule

    BXMC3409B Service and Maintenance Chipper / Shredder 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 200 hours or every 8 hours or...

  • Page 40: Grease Points

    BXMC3409B Service and Maintenance Chipper / Shredder 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 41 BXMC3409B Service and Maintenance Chipper / Shredder 9.4.1 Grease Fitting Locations Number of Item Location Frequency Locations Rotor-shaft bearings 50 hours or annually Figure 22 – Grease fitting locations...

  • Page 42: Engine Maintenance

    BXMC3409B Service and Maintenance Chipper / Shredder 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 allow dirt to enter the engine, causing rapid engine wear.

  • Page 43: Drive Belt Maintenance

    BXMC3409B Service and Maintenance Chipper / Shredder 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 44 BXMC3409B Service and Maintenance Chipper / Shredder 9.7.3 Align the Drive Belt 5. Do steps 1, 2, and 4 again, until the drive belt tension is correct. Check the drive belt alignment after every 8 hours of 6. Tighten the four engine mount bolts.
  • Page 45 BXMC3409B Service and Maintenance Chipper / Shredder 9.7.4 Align the Engine Clutch The engine mount can move and cause drive-belt misalignment. 1. Loosen (do not remove) the four engine mount bolts. 2. Turn the engine a small amount to adjust the clutch and align the belt.
  • Page 46 BXMC3409B Service and Maintenance Chipper / Shredder 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 47: Rotor Knife Maintenance

    BXMC3409B Service and Maintenance Chipper / Shredder 9.8 Rotor Knife Maintenance 8. Clean the rotor knife recess. 9. Apply blue 242 thread locker to the threads of each rotor knife fastener. WARNING! 10. Put the rotor knife in the recess and align the fastener Do not operate the machine with any of the holes.

  • Page 48: Ledger Knife Maintenance

    BXMC3409B Service and Maintenance Chipper / Shredder 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 49 BXMC3409B Service and Maintenance Chipper / Shredder 9.9.3 Set the Ledger Knife Clearance 1. Stop the engine. Wait for the rotor to stop turning. For instructions, see Stop the Machine on page 29. 2. Remove the fasteners that hold the upper rotor housing closed.

  • Page 50: Shredder Knife Maintenance

    BXMC3409B Service and Maintenance Chipper / Shredder 9.10 Shredder Knife Maintenance 9.10.1 Replace a Shredder Knife 1. Stop the engine. Wait for the rotor to stop turning. WARNING! For instructions, see Stop the Machine on page 29. 2. Remove the fasteners that hold the upper rotor housing Do not operate the machine with any of the closed.

  • Page 51: Chop Block Maintenance

    BXMC3409B Service and Maintenance Chipper / Shredder 9.10.2 Sharpen a Shredder Knife 9.11 Chop Block Maintenance 1. Remove the shredder knife from the machine. Check the chop block after every 50 hours of operation. For instructions, see Replace a Shredder Knife on page The chop block is located on the upper rotor housing.

  • Page 52: Twig Breaker Maintenance

    BXMC3409B Service and Maintenance Chipper / Shredder 9.12 Twig Breaker Maintenance 9.13 Tire Maintenance and Safety The twig breaker is located on the side of the lower rotor housing. When the rotor turns, the discharge paddles on the WARNING! rotor push the material to the twig breaker. The twig breaker Failure to follow the correct procedures when breaks the material into smaller pieces to make mulch.

  • Page 53: Troubleshooting

    Set the machine to a safe condition. or Wallenstein Equipment. When you contact someone, please have the serial number of your product available. To find the serial number on your machine, see Serial Number Location on For engine troubleshooting, see the engine manufacturer's page 5.
  • Page 54 BXMC3409B Troubleshooting Chipper / Shredder Problem Possible cause Solution The machine needs more The discharge chute is blocked. Remove all debris from the discharge chute. For instructions, see page power or the engine stalls. The clutch is being engaged too Move the clutch handle to the START position slowly.

  • Page 55: Specifications

    BXMC3409B Specifications Chipper / Shredder 11. Specifications For engine specifications, see the engine manufacturer's manual. For available accesories, go to WallensteinEquipment.com. 11.1 Machine Specifications Parameter BXMC3409B Chipper type Disc Shredder type Hammer mill Feed system Gravity Engine Vanguard® 10 hp (305 cc) Chipper hopper opening (height x width) 10"...

  • Page 56: Bolt Torque

    BXMC3409B 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 57: 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 58: Index

    BXMC3409B Index Chipper / Shredder 13. Index Check the fuel level ������������������������������������������������������� 26 Replace the fuel ������������������������������������������������������������� 36 Alert symbol �������������������������������������������������������������������������� 7 Grease Break-in, machine ��������������������������������������������������������������� 24 Fitting locations �������������������������������������������������������������� 41 Points ����������������������������������������������������������������������������� 40 Checklist Dealer inspection ������������������������������������������������������������� 4 Introduction ��������������������������������������������������������������������������� 3 Chip wood ���������������������������������������������������������������������������...
  • Page 59 BXMC3409B Index Chipper / Shredder Pre-start checklist �����������������������������������������������������������24 Shredder knife maintenance �������������������������������������������50 Set up the machine ���������������������������������������������������������29 Shred wood ��������������������������������������������������������������������������31 Protective equipment, personal����������������������������������������������8 Sign-off form �������������������������������������������������������������������������10 Specifications Fuel, engine ��������������������������������������������������������������������38 Grease ����������������������������������������������������������������������������38 Refueling ������������������������������������������������������������������������������27 Oil, engine�����������������������������������������������������������������������38 Refueling safety �������������������������������������������������������������������27 Torque Remove a blockage �������������������������������������������������������������32...
  • Page 60 WallensteinEquipment.com...

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