KEENAN
MechFiber350 and 370 Operator’s Manual
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Revision D01 21
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May 2019
o)
Load only from the side indicated (see Figure 7; auger chamber side), using suitable
equipment.
p)
Standing level with or above the machine to load manually is not permitted. Loading
should only be carried out with the suitable equipment.
q)
Regularly inspect all chains (at least weekly), sprockets and moving parts for wear, and
check all nuts and bolts for tightness.
r)
The ladder on the rear of the mixer wagon is to be used as a viewing point for the mixing
chamber. It should not be used as a means of access to the mixing chamber, nor to the
body of the machine. It is strictly forbidden to climb on the upper brim of the machine
body. The height of the machine presents the hazard of potentially falling during entry
and exit.
s)
The noise emission levels of the MechFiber350 and MechFiber370 have been recorded
at 89.4 dB. Noise emission levels above 90 dB would require the wearing of suitable ear
protection.
t)
The breakaway safety brake device should be attached to the tractor at all times
.
Cable
ties fix the wire rope in place along the handbrake handle. Cable-tie the wire rope to the
drawbar (see Figure 4). Fix the other end of the wire rope to a solid location on the back
of the tractor (e.g., using the top link pin). In the event that the breakaway safety brake
device has been activated or damaged, contact KEENAN service for directions for
resetting.
u)
Routine cleaning may be carried out using a power washer. Isolate any power sources
before beginning. When washing the inside of the mixing chamber, open the drain bung
underneath the body to allow water to escape. Always disconnect the PTO shaft from
the tractor and stand on a suitably safe ladder or platform. Do not to climb on top of the
machine or into the mixing chamber.
v) It is recommended that only qualified, KEENAN-trained maintenance personnel
enter the mixing chamber.
In the case that an untrained person should enter the mixing chamber, at the very
minimum, the following precautionary safety guidelines should be strictly adhered to at
all times:
1. Ensure the PTO and hydraulic hoses are disconnected.
2. Apply the mixer wagon handbrake and disconnect the tractor from the machine on
level ground.
3. Use suitable PPE, such as protective footwear, eyewear and gloves.
4. Personnel should make themselves familiar with the location of all potential
hazards before entering the machine, particularly the location of the top knife and
body blades.
5. Be aware that sharp components may be hidden in or under material within the
mixing chamber.
6. The top knife should always be fitted with the supplied guard (Figure 3b) before
entering the machine. Begin by fitting the first 500 mm of the guard from the rear of
the machine. Then, as you enter, continue to fit the guard along the full length of
the top knife.
