Carlton 1712, Owner'S Manual

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12” CHIPPER STEIN MFG. PTO/CLUTCH
(Depending on engine selection)
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PTO/CLUTCH
A good maintenance program is imperative
for the PTO/Clutch. Read the Stein
PTO/Clutch information supplied in this
manual or read the Twin Disc manual
supplied with the chipper depending on the
engine and clutch supplied on your chipper.
The PTO/clutch requires a maintenance plan
that includes lubrication and adjustment to
get the most service and use from the clutch.
DO NOT PERFORM MAINTENANCE OF ANY KIND ON THIS MACHINE UNLESS:
The engine is turned off
The ignition key has been removed
The positive battery cable has been disconnected
The clutch is disengaged
Feed control bar is in neutral
All machine parts have come to a complete stop – NOTE: The cutter disk takes
several minutes to come to a complete stop
All machine parts have had sufficient time to cool down
The cutter disk lock pin is installed in the disk lock tube
No operator is in position at the controls to accidentally start machine
At least 2 people are at the site where maintenance is performed
More accidents occur while performing maintenance than any other time! Use extra
caution.
Never perform maintenance with the engine running, not even with the clutch disengaged.
The pilot bearing could seize or freeze to the clutch shaft and permit the clutch to engage
even though the operator thought the clutch had been disengaged.
ALWAYS REPLACE GUARDS AND OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT BEFORE
STARTING CHIPPER AFTER PERFORMING MAINTENANCE.