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