Carlton 1712, Owner'S Manual, Page: 39 / 165

12” CHIPPER DAILY CHECKLIST
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Inspect knife bolts and nuts for tightness
daily. It is very important to check knife
bolts and nuts after first hour of operation
for new bolts and nuts. It is not
uncommon for bolts to loosen slightly
during this time. The 12” chipper knife
bolts and nuts (1/2”-13) are specially
designed. Torque to 90 ft. lbs.
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Inspect cutter disk knives for wear. Do not
operate the machine without a full set of
undamaged knives in place. Worn or
chipped knives will cause improper
operation of the chipper. (See Servicing
Cutter Disk Section to change or sharpen
knives and anvil.)
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Cutter disk must rotate freely. This will
help insure there are no foreign objects
inside the cutting chamber and there is
ample knife to anvil clearance. (The cutter
disk lock pin will have to be pulled out of
cutter disk to check rotation. Replace pin
after checking rotation to perform further
inspections.)
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When inspection of cutter disk is complete,
close cutter disk hood, insert hood lock pin
and padlock. Make sure hood will not
open. Check cutter disk hood hinges for
damage and fit, replace immediately if
there is any damage or misalignment.
CUTTER DISK HOOD HINGE
HOOD PIN & PADLOCK
CHIPPED KNIFE