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10. Use the machine only in daylight hours or in good artificial light.  

11. Always point the outlet nozzle in a safe direction.  

12. Always wear suitable eye protection and ear muffs when operating the Chipper.  

13. Only operate the Chipper when it is on a level surface.  

14. Never attempt to move the Chipper while the engine and cutting disc are running. 

15. Keep hands and feet well clear of rotating blades and components.  

16. Always stop the engine when you leave the Chipper unattended. 

17. Always stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug before attempting to clean the Chipper, 

un-block the cutting mechanisms, carry out maintenance or repairs, inspecting the Chipper after 

abnormal vibrations or after striking a foreign object.  

18. Never operate the Chipper with defective guards, shields or without safety protection devices in 

place and in good working order.  

19. Do not use this machine for anything other than its intended purpose. Do not modify the design 
of the machine in any way. If you have any doubts, contact your authorised service dealer. 

 

 

HEALTH & SAFETY AT WORK:  

This Chipper has been designed and constructed so that, in so far as reasonably practical, it will not 
endanger the safety and health of those working with it. This is however subject to the machine 
being properly used and maintained according to the conditions stated in this manual and 
elsewhere, which have been found necessary as a result of the research and testing of the Supplier.

 

 

Assembly Instructions 

On receiving your Bushranger BRC65 Chipper, the Inlet 
Chute will need to be attached. 

1. Remove the machine from its packaging. 

2. Remove the bolts from the machine where the inlet 
chute will be attached. 

3. Hang the Inlet Chute on the rear of the Chipper and attach using the two M10x25 nuts and bolts 
(provided). Tighten the bolts with two spanners. 

4. Fill the engine with oil. Use high quality 10W30 oil. Refer to the supplied engine operation manual 
for the quantity of oil needed to fill the engine and other regular maintenance procedures relating to 
the engine. 

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for BRC65

Page 1: ...Copyright Roy Gripske Sons Pty Ltd 2014 1312191 Owners Manual www poweruplawncare com au Bushranger BRC65 Chipper V1 12 13 WARNING Read this manual before operating your Bushranger chipper ...

Page 2: ...tions 4 Operating the Chipper 5 Operation 5 Starting Stopping the machine 6 Engaging the Cutter Drive 6 Feeding Material into the Machine 7 Unclogging the Cutter 7 Maintenance 8 Tensioning Replacing the Belt 8 Adjusting the Anvil 8 Replacing the Cutting Blade 9 Cleaning and Storage 9 2 ...

Page 3: ...se of the equipment 2 Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the machine 3 Never operate the machine while people or animals are nearby 4 The operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or property 5 While using the machine always wear substantial footwear and long trousers Do not operate the Chipper when barefoot or wearing ...

Page 4: ...tended purpose Do not modify the design of the machine in any way If you have any doubts contact your authorised service dealer HEALTH SAFETY AT WORK This Chipper has been designed and constructed so that in so far as reasonably practical it will not endanger the safety and health of those working with it This is however subject to the machine being properly used and maintained according to the co...

Page 5: ...face Ensure all nuts and bolts are properly tightened Ensure all safety guards are in place Make sure the inlet chute is free of debris before starting the unit Check the engine oil level Operation Preventing accidental injury is the sole responsibility of each user of this machine Ensure the operator of this machine is thoroughly familiar with the operation and safety procedures described in this...

Page 6: ...ine please refer to the supplied engine owners manual For more detailed instructions on the operation and maintenance of the engine please refer to the supplied engine owners manual Stopping the Engine Turn the ignition switch to the off position and wait for the cutter to stop rotating Turn the fuel tap to the OFF position Engaging the Cutter Drive Once the engine is running at full power slowly ...

Page 7: ...fed into the inlet chute wooded end first leaving the leafy end to be pulled through This aids in the self feeding on the machine and helps the bushy material be effectively cut Some of the smaller growth coming off the main branch may need to be trimmed so that it doesn t get jammed at the bottom of the inlet chute As the operator becomes more familiar with the machine they will be able to judge ...

Page 8: ... they are new Grease the cutter shaft bearings Ensure not to overfill with grease as the seals could pop out of the housing For engine maintenance refer to the Engine service manual document Tensioning Replacing the Belt Remove the belt cover and check the tension of the belt To tension the belt loosen the locking nuts and reposition the rose joints which gives the correct tension on the belts Adj...

Page 9: ...in the first instance can be rotated and refitted Take the blades to your authorised service dealer to resharpen the blades if both sides are worn Cleaning and Storage If you wish to clean the machine wait for the engine to cool down and hose the machine down inside and out Ensure that the drainage hole at the bottom of the cutter housing is not blocked Do not wash the chipper with high pressure w...

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