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Use and maintenance manual

Chipping machine BF150

CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

BALFOR s.r.l. company

REGISTERED OFFICE – PLANT AND ADMINISTRATION:

Via Galimberti, 64 – 12030 MANTA (CN) ITALIA - Tel. 0175 289070

Declares under its own responsibility that the machine:

CHIPPING MACHINE FOR BRANCHES

Place and date: Manta, 1 September 2023

Summary of Contents for BF150

Page 1: ...lfor it e mail info balfor it C CH HI IP PP PI IN NG G M MA AC CH HI IN NE E B BF F1 15 50 0 Models BF150 TECHNICAL MANUAL OF USE AND MAINTENANCE FOR THE USER Contains Declaration of Conformity CE Rea...

Page 2: ...TION OF CONFORMITY BALFOR s r l company REGISTERED OFFICE PLANT AND ADMINISTRATION Via Galimberti 64 12030 MANTA CN ITALIA Tel 0175 289070 Declares under its own responsibility that the machine CHIPPI...

Page 3: ...or the adaptation of the machine to the extent that they are relevant UNI EN ISO 12100 2010 Safety of machinery General design principles Risk assessment and risk reduction UNI EN ISO 4254 1 2022 Farm...

Page 4: ...Y SIGNS 15 2 3 1 On all models 15 2 3 2 On cardan models only C 16 3 TRANSPORT AND LIFTING 17 3 1 CHECKING THE LIFTING CAPACITY AND STABILITY OF THE TRACTOR 18 3 2 ROAD CONDITIONS 19 4 FOLDING OF LOAD...

Page 5: ...order to avoid damage to the machine and accidents to the operator COPYRIGHT BY BALFOR s r l All rights reserved regarding this Instructions for use and maintenance manual belong to the Manufacturer...

Page 6: ...ose expressly required by the Machinery Directive and the corresponding applicable technical standards as far as relevant The manual was compiled in accordance with the regulations in force at the tim...

Page 7: ...ts so as to facilitate their disposal and transport Any use other than that specified is considered improper The person operating the machine must always be positioned in front close to the loading mo...

Page 8: ...actor s power take off by inserting the branches thanks to the chute of the hopper which exploits gravity and thanks to the rotation of the knife the chipping phase begins with the following discharge...

Page 9: ...ription A Supply duct H Cardan shaft coupling B Supply duct closure I Three point hitch C Exhaust duct J Lifting arm hitch D Exhaust duct deflector K Lever for loosening belts E Lifting eye L Lever fo...

Page 10: ...m 1530 Width with closed exhaust duct mm 1000 Mass kg 420 Loading duct opening dimensions mm 480x740 Maximum diameter of branches to be shredded mm 150 Min and max tractor power requirement hp 45 80 A...

Page 11: ...during cutting operation 90 5 Sound pressure LPA dB A at operator s workstation no load operation 89 5 Regular maintenance of the machine and blades according to the instructions provided in the Use...

Page 12: ...sed informed and trained personnel who are familiar with its operation and dangers Any changes to the machine not previously authorised by the Manufacturer in writing exclude its liability 2 1 GENERAL...

Page 13: ...g cycle If it is lost or damaged a replacement copy must be requested from BALFOR s r l The machine must only be operated by authorised instructed and appropriately trained personnel ATTENTION The mac...

Page 14: ...le for any damage caused by unreasonably foreseeable or improper use of the machine The BALFOR s r l company is relieved of any liability in the event of improper use of the machine use by personnel n...

Page 15: ...g and the power take off engaged Never use the machine in closed or poorly ventilated rooms even if doors and windows are open as the tractor s exhaust gases are poisonous Cardan models can only be us...

Page 16: ...ENTION DANGER The machine must be used by one operator only 2 ATTENTION Use the required personal protective equipment earmuffs work gloves safety shoes safety goggles and dust masks 3 WARNING When li...

Page 17: ...op the tractor engine and remove the key from the dashboard before carrying out any work on the machine 8 ATTENTION DANGER of entanglement and dragging Do not put your hands near the drive shaft while...

Page 18: ...ing the machine These operations must be carried out by qualified personnel slingers forklift drivers etc All machines can be lifted and transported by crane or hoist using hooks and ropes approved an...

Page 19: ...the tractor prior to coupling with the machine to avoid overturning and or loss of grip of the steering wheels Check the lifting capacity and stability of the tractor using the following formula and i...

Page 20: ...ry to place the loading duct in the folded position ATTENTION During transport with the machine raised always ensure that the lift control lever is locked to prevent accidental lowering of the machine...

Page 21: ...ions or when not in use the loading duct can be folded In order to do so it is necessary to operate as follows Pull out the two fixing pins of the loading duct one on each side and place them in the h...

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Page 23: ...not use the external control to lift the machine ATTENTION Cardan models can only be used if they are connected to the tractor s three point hitch Move the tractor closer to the chipping machine unti...

Page 24: ...the cardan shaft prescribed by the Manufacturer and indicated on the outer cover of the guard tractor drawing on the outer shaft tube towards the tractor s power take off Attach the anti rotation chai...

Page 25: ...ce the machine on a flat obstacle free working surface and check that it is perfectly stable IN CARDAN MODELS The start and stop controls of the tractor are considered the same as the start and stop c...

Page 26: ...N TO USE THE CHIPPING MACHINE WITHOUT A PROPERLY INSTALLED EXHAUST DUCT Anyone approaching the machine is in the danger zone and therefore becomes an EXPOSED PERSON The operator must prevent anyone fr...

Page 27: ...tances must the exhaust duct be directed towards the operator s workstation The exhaust duct of the chipping machine can be swivelled through 270 To do this you must lower the lever that engages the d...

Page 28: ...Use and maintenance manual Chipping machine BF150 27 To vary the throw angle of the ejected material act on the discharge deflector using the handle...

Page 29: ...r by mistake material other than wood such as pieces of iron etc is fed in In this case it is sufficient to act on the lever pushing it downwards to loosen the belts and considerably lower the rotor s...

Page 30: ...Use and maintenance manual Chipping machine BF150 29 ATTENTION Close the crankcase after the belts have been reset...

Page 31: ...take off start lever to 540 rpm Apply the tractor s handbrake and move close to the work station Insert the branches to be shredded The material inserted into the hopper is pulled in by a combination...

Page 32: ...off switched off the handbrake engaged the ignition key switched off and removed from the ignition switch Maintenance work on the machine must only be carried out by specialised personnel or in any c...

Page 33: ...rotor shaft bearing supports to access the inner bearing support remove the upper protective crankcases Check and grease the bearing supports of the motor traction shaft to access the inner support r...

Page 34: ...lutely do not sharpen on the opposite side of the sharpening already present When they are sharpened they absolutely must not be heated so water or cooling fluid must be used continuously to cool them...

Page 35: ...aintenance manual Chipping machine BF150 34 ATTENTION To adjust the counter knife and the support counter blade the machine MUST be stationary and the cardan shaft disconnected from the machine 1 2 3...

Page 36: ...gain access to the rotor and to be able to remove the worn knives which need to be changed or sharpened it is necessary to unscrew the 2 screws that fasten the cover to the chipper structure accessibl...

Page 37: ...re each knife to the rotor and disassemble the knives ATTENTION When the operation is complete remove the rotor locking pin 7 4 DRIVE BELT TENSIONING When the machine is in use there is a possibility...

Page 38: ...otect it from rust The following should be done before putting the machine to rest for long periods Thoroughly clean the outside of the machine Carry out a general visual inspection of the machine to...

Page 39: ...sposal of Electrical Components The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive WEEE Directive 2002 96 EC aims to ensure that products are recycled using the best available techniques for trea...

Page 40: ...es labour transport costs any customs duties and value added tax f No responsibility is accepted for direct or indirect damage resulting from breakage and or wear and tear of machine parts as well as...

Page 41: ...he order it is necessary to specify what is stated on the machine s identification plate i e Series Model Year of manufacture Frame number The BALFOR s r l company ensures spare parts for a minimum pe...

Page 42: ...Use and maintenance manual Chipping machine BF150 41 NOTES...

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