MechMaxx DCH7 Operator's Manual

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Summary of Contents for MechMaxx DCH7

  • Page 1 WARRANTY Operator’s Manual www. mechmaxx.com...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TENSION HYDRAULIC PUMP BELT SAFE TRANSPORTATION CHANGE HYDRAULIC OIL AND FILTER HITCHING ONTO THE TOW BALL GREASE THE DISCHARGE FLANGE UNHITCHING THE CHIPPER ENGINE SERVICING STABILISING THE CHIPPER CHECK HOSES OPERATOR'S PERSONAL PROTECTIVE TROUBLESHOOTING EQUIPMENT REQUIRED www. mechmaxx.com TABLE OF CONTENTS...
  • Page 4: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Model DCH7 Engine RATO R740D 25HP V-Twin Petrol Engine Type Dual cylinder (90'V type)4 stroke forced air colling Engine Displacement 739cc Rated power (Kw-r/min) I0B 15-3600 Max. net torque (N.m-r/min) 47/2500 Oil capacity 1.6L Recommended oil SAW 10W-30 classification SE or higher...
  • Page 5: Overall Dimensions

    OVERALL DIMENSIONS 90.5” 2300mm 142” 3613mm 54.7” 1390mm www. mechmaxx.com OVERALL DIMENSIONS...
  • Page 6: Safety Signs

    RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DAMAGE. ROTATING BLADES INSIDE.STOP ENGINE AND REMOVE KEY BEFORE REMOVING DISCHARGE UNIT. AUTO FEED SYSTEM FITTED. ROLLERS MAY TURN WITHOUT WARNING!WHEN THE ENGINE IS SWITCHED OFF THE ROLLERS WILL TURN DURING THE RUN DOWN PERIOD. www. mechmaxx.com SAFETY SIGNS...
  • Page 7: Safety

    Protect eyes, face, and head from objects that may be the engine (motor) and check immediately for the cause. thrown from the unit. Always wear safety goggles or Vibration is generally a warning sign of trouble. safety glasses with side shields when operating. www. mechmaxx.com SAFETY...
  • Page 8: Engine Safety

    If it becomes necessary wipe up spilled fuel. Never operate the unit without the to push materials to the chipper hopper, use a small-di- fuel cap securely in place. ameter stick, not your hands. www. mechmaxx.com SAFETY...
  • Page 9: Feeding Materials

    This chipper shredder is for movement by hand only. Never • Always check (visually) for fluid leaks. If found, resolve attempt to tow the machine on public highways, roads,or the leak before operating the chipper. thoroughfares. www. mechmaxx.com SAFETY...
  • Page 10: Machine Use And Care

    • In the event of an accident, stop the machine, remove not allow persons unfamiliar with the machine or these the key and call the emergency services immediately. instructions to operate it. This machine can be dangerous when used by an untrained user. www. mechmaxx.com SAFETY...
  • Page 11: Unpaching The Container

    UNPACHING THE CONTAINER Remove the packaging frame of the machine using a tool. www. mechmaxx.com UNPACHING THE CONTAINER...
  • Page 12: Contents Supplied

    Your Wood chipper comes partially assembled and contains the following: Expulsion Chute Engine and base frame Mudguard Tow bar Wheels Axle Muffler Verify all component and hardware quantities are correct prior to assembling the Wood chipper. www. mechmaxx.com CONTENTS SUPPLIED...
  • Page 13: To-Scale Hardware

    M12 Hex bolt M6 X 30mm Hex bolt M8 X 20mm Hex bolt M10 X 25mm Hex bolt M8 X 30mm Hex bolt Hex bolt M12 X 30mm M8 X 35mm Hex bolt M12 X 30mm www. mechmaxx.com TO-SCALE HARDWARE...
  • Page 14: Assembly

    Attach the tow bar to the chassis using hex bolt M12x80 ,flat washer12 and lock nut M12(See Figure 2) Flat washer 8 Hex lock nut M8 Hex bolt M8 X 30mm Figure 2 Hex lock nut M12 Hex bolt M12 X 80mm Flat washer 12 www. mechmaxx.com ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 15: Muffler

    Spring washer 6 flat washer 10. 2.Attach the mudguard to the mudguard bracket1 and the Hex bolt M6 X 30mm mudguard bracket2 using M10x25,flat washer10,and lock Flat washer 6 nut M10.(See Figuer 5) Hex lock nut M6 Figure 5 www. mechmaxx.com ASSEMBLE...
  • Page 16: Know Your Machine

    KNOW YOUR MACHINE Feed control lever Feed chute Deflector Emergency Stop Hydraulic Motor Engine Coupler Muffler Wheels Mudguard www. mechmaxx.com KNOW YOUR MACHINE...
  • Page 17: Operating Instructions

    • Wind jockey wheel up until fully retracted and the lowering the prop stand and jockey wheel (b). jockey wheel frame is seated in its notch on the stem. The chipper weight should be fully on the vehicle. www. mechmaxx.com OPERATION...
  • Page 18: Operator's Personal Protective

    Two hydraulic motors are fixed on the feeding roller and rotate inopposite directions to roll the wood into the SLOW chipping house. FAST www. mechmaxx.com OPERATION...
  • Page 19: Stopping The Rollers & Engine

    We recommend that these tests are carried out daily. Observing the function as described will confirm that the safety circuits are working correctly. This is also a good opportunity to remind all operators of the control and emergency stop systems. www. mechmaxx.com OPERATION...
  • Page 20: Starting The Engine

    • Stop the engine and remove the ignition keys. • Remove the discharge tube. Check that it is clear. • Wearing gloves, reach into the rotor housing and scoop out the majority of the debris causing the blockage. www. mechmaxx.com OPERATION...
  • Page 21: Discharge Controls Rotation

    DISCHARGE CONTROLS ROTATION Controlling the discharge is an essential part of safe working. • Slacken nut using integral handle 1. • Rotate to desired angle using handle 2. • Retighten nut www. mechmaxx.com OPERATION...
  • Page 22: Maintenance

    Check for loose electrical wiring. Replace hydraulic oil filter every year or 100 hours after service or repair work to the hydraulic system. Replace hydraulic oil. Replace fuel pipes and clamp bands. REFER TO YOUR ENGINE SUPPLIERS MANUAL Check spark plugs. www. mechmaxx.com MAINTENANCE...
  • Page 23: Safe Maintenance

    Inspect the lifting eye prior to each use - DO NOT USE LIFTING EYE IF DAMAGED. Anvil Bolts 8 mmAllen Key General 13 mm Hex General 17 mm Hex General 19 mm Hex www. mechmaxx.com MAINTENANCE...
  • Page 24: Battery Safety Information

    • Connect the positive terminal of the battery to the collection point. positive output of the charger. Connect the negative • The notes listed under item 1 are to be terminal accordingly. followed for transport. • Never dispose of old batteries in household waste. www. mechmaxx.com MAINTENANCE...
  • Page 25: Maintenance

    7. Brush away all dirt and debris from the rotor and blades. 8. With a 24mm spanner/socket undo the two nyloc nuts and washers that are holding the blade in place. Remove both blade bolts from the blade. www. mechmaxx.com MAINTENANCE...
  • Page 26: Tension Belts

    V-Belt Tensioning Data Table. 4. Retighten bolt in centre of tensioner pulley. 5. Refit belt guard. 6. Run machine and test, recheck belt tension. NOTE: Slack drive belts will cause poor performance and excess belt and pulley wear. www. mechmaxx.com MAINTENANCE...
  • Page 27: Tension Hydraulic Pump Belt

    4. Retighten the two nuts to (88 Nm) 65 Ibs/ft. 5. Refit belt guard. GREASE THE DISCHARGE FLANGE 1 Remove the discharge tube. 2 Apply multipurpose grease to surface shown. 3 Refit discharge tube. www. mechmaxx.com MAINTENANCE...
  • Page 28: Engine Servicing

    Identify the hoses that run to the top motor. These have the highest chance of damage as they are constantly moving. If any hydraulic components are changed new seals should be installed during reassembly. Fittings should then be retight- ened. www. mechmaxx.com MAINTENANCE...
  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    4.Remove any built-up debris and turn engine is running 4.Cutting disk is jammed by cutting disk with a wooden stick to be debris from the feed hopper and sure it turns freely discharge chute 5.Clean out debris 5.Discharge chute is clogged www. mechmaxx.com TROUBLESHOOTING...
  • Page 30 Chipper Knives are The gap between the knives and wear Adjust the gap hitting the wear plate plate is set incorrectly The machine's wheels Low tire pressure Add air to tires track left or right while being towed www. mechmaxx.com TROUBLESHOOTING...
  • Page 32 info@mechmaxx.com...

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