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Chipping

Before feeding, pull up engine to full speed. Push control handle to feeding 
position

Note, Two adults are supposed to operate together, in case of any 
emergency.

Feeding

1. Pick up branches, make you can stand straight and walk freely, put the cut 
side into roller. For the first 4-8 hours with new machince, recommend that 
you start with 8-10cm fresh branches, you can evenly increase diameter as 
time goes by.

2. Put the branch on tray and make sure hands out of hopper. Hand off the 
branch when you feel the roller starts feeding. For a short twig, you can stop 
roller and put the short ahead of the long. then start feeding, push the short 
by the long.

3. Refer to the pathway, Feeding and turn.

4. Always pay attention to working status, noise.

5. Confirm the throw direction, No bystanders, No power cable, No animals, 
No flammable material, No growing plants.

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Summary of Contents for RATEL RC180 D

Page 1: ...RATEL SERIES BRUSH CHIPPER User s Manual MODEL RC180 D MODEL RC180 G MODEL RC180 E MODEL RC180 PTO YAAHKIEH VERSION 202110...

Page 2: ...nd Please take the serial number and all necessary documents you have with you You are gratefully welcome to write us comments and advice which will definitely help us with product improvement This ma...

Page 3: ...list 16 Components 17 Hopper 21 Feeding control 22 Roller 23 Drum 24 Hydraulic valvle 25 Output chute 26 Hydraulic oil Fuel tank 27 Transmission 28 Maintenance 29 Regular maintenance 29 Lubricant 30 B...

Page 4: ...r bystanders Warning in black with orange background means ignoring this point could cause serious injuries to operations or bystanders Caution in black with yellow background means ignoring this poin...

Page 5: ...use serious injuries fire explosion or even deaths Operator safety take a well training and know how to operate in right way keep memorizing all instructions and repeating reading labels are very help...

Page 6: ...Check if there is damaged worn or missing parts Confirm the collecting site of chips Check and set up the machine in right status Machine should be located away from water gas electric cable or power...

Page 7: ...l should be stocked in regulated container No flammable liquid on machine Parking and transport safety Parking on a level and stable ground and the machine site is parallel to the ground If the chippe...

Page 8: ...id and Bolt to drain oil are firmly fixed on All pin and lock site are firmly fixed Components parts and hinge are in good condition Bolts and nuts are all firmly fixed Pressure of tire are right All...

Page 9: ...cts which are very important and should be checked and confirmed before starting the machine They are Work site Material and Chipper Work site preparation Clean up all rocks metal things which could d...

Page 10: ...as rock metal mud and anything could damage machine Metal rock or glass etc could damage machine seriously caused loss of your property or injuries even deaths Vine around twigs could entangle operato...

Page 11: ...safety chain and cable make sure chain is hooked evenly with no touching on ground Be sure the cable is connected right and light works fine While parking untowed Each model is equiped with a jacky w...

Page 12: ...ystanders out of work site Rotor housing cover Be sure all covers are closed and fixed or the machine can not be start due to safety system Lock rod Preparation of PTO chipper Be sure of right and tra...

Page 13: ...position with lock rod pops in 5 Warming up is very necessary for all oil filling recycling 5 10 minutes warming up is highly recommended for each time working especially the first using Fuel and hydr...

Page 14: ...start with 8 10cm fresh branches you can evenly increase diameter as time goes by 2 Put the branch on tray and make sure hands out of hopper Hand off the branch when you feel the roller starts feedin...

Page 15: ...eep this area clean avoid winding Do not stand in front of hopper Walk path Put end with bevel side under roller Hand off twigs Turn and move away Keep moving Keep watching machine and surroundings 14...

Page 16: ...witch is off Tool box or manual container is closed If you use towing coupler make sure it can coupled well and rear lights works fine If you try to store this machine better to take off battery and a...

Page 17: ...objects such as debris rocks or tools in hopper All covers are firmly fixed Tire is with right pressure Recheck regular daily maintenance chart Items checked after stop Control rod is on position of s...

Page 18: ...17 1 Hopper 2 Control rod 3 Roller 4 Housing cover 5 360 turnable output 6 Deflector 7 Engine 8 Tow coupler 10 Belt cover 9 Jacky wheel 12 tire 11Torsion axle 13 Serial plate Components...

Page 19: ...ees for chips collecting 6 Deflector which you can adjust throwing angle 7 Engine which supplies power to drum and hydraulic system 8 Tow coupler which use for connection for towing 9 Jacky wheel whic...

Page 20: ...eversing valve 9 Hydraulic oil tank cap 10 Hydraulic oil tank 3Roller 4housing cover 5 360 turable output 6 Deflector 7 540rpm Spline shaft Input 540rpm minimum 13 Serial plate 12 Speed control valve...

Page 21: ...be turned 360 degrees for chips collecting 6 Deflector which you can adjust throwing angle 7 Spline shaft which connects to tractor for power transmission 8 Reverse valve is to control forward stop an...

Page 22: ...d for feeding Second position or middle is stop for feeding Third position is reverse for push back material Maintenance Make sure no debris left in hopper Objects like rock glasses and metal will dam...

Page 23: ...unction How to use Follow the instructions from label or manual to use emergency stop and control handle Knowing the function of feeding control will ensure the proper operation of this machine and av...

Page 24: ...which cuts branches into chips Make sure you have gloves on and well protected from cutting Notice Roller No entry of the feeding space even for hands head Improper operating will cause injuries or d...

Page 25: ...ouching could cause serious injuries or deaths Danger How to use There is safety switch on drum housing only if the housing cover is locked machine can be started Function Drum which cuts branches int...

Page 26: ...c must be released due to high temperature and pressure before any maintenance Maintenance Check coupler and tube ensure no leaking All connections are firmly tightened No cracking on power cables Dan...

Page 27: ...ous 7 Fix all part back in return and start with small parts Make sure the output chute is hooked by crane or supported beneath before disassembling chute Make sure of wearing protectives in order to...

Page 28: ...A gauge to show volume of fuel In side of hydraulic oil tank a gauge to show volume and temperature of hydraulic oil Do not fully fill the tank and keep space for steam expansion Seal the cap to avoid...

Page 29: ...e of belt Right tension can ensure efficient power transmission Stop machine completely and take off belt cover to check and test the tension of belts Maintenance Oil can seep and damage belts make su...

Page 30: ...lts while checking blades change if necessary Gap between blade and anvil Do adjustment to get right gap 1 1 5mm between blade and anvil Anvil Check anvil while change blade change if necessary Belt C...

Page 31: ...are taking heavier chipping work the following chart should be adjusted accordingly Item Position Every 8 hours Every 40 hours Hub bearing 2 Refer to manual Roller bearing 1 Tension clutch engine 4 Re...

Page 32: ...the tension number fig 4 4 5 Match the scale number with number in chart Right tension can avoid belt slipping at the peak of power transmisson during max work load 6 After adjustment of belt tighten...

Page 33: ...0 13 0 14 0 15 0 900 1800 14 0 14 0 15 0 16 0 17 0 Belt length Big ring Tension gauge Small ring Straight level Press level Blade The drum can squeeze or cut a person s limb Wearing loose clothing je...

Page 34: ...ust be rotating for several minutes after the engine is switched off to stop and do not open the housing cover until the drum has completely stopped turning as this may cause serious injury Protective...

Page 35: ...to idle speed 3 Switch off engine 4 Wait till drum completely stopped 5 Release clutch 6 Slide off lock rod and open the cover Use latch to stop drum from turning 7 Manually spin drum till you see bl...

Page 36: ...Drum latch Lock hole 2 Manually spinning drum till lock holes on drum and housing are in line 3 Slide off the lock rod from left side 4 Insert lack rod into holes on house side and drum 35...

Page 37: ...in serious injury or death from accidental operation The machine must be locked before carrying out maintenance see the safety lock procedure section Turning the drum can squeeze or cut a person s li...

Page 38: ...he holder to set the correct blade clearance 5 Slowly turn the roller down and check the gap between the other blade and the anvil 6 Tighten bolts by torque of 60 75nm Reverse or replace anvil 1 Remov...

Page 39: ...k the drum to make sure it is smooth free of scratches wear or bends and clean 3 Check the dirt on the flange bearings 4 Protect flange bearings from dirt or moisture Serious injuries and deaths may o...

Page 40: ...rates the skin seek medical attention immediately Hydraulic components pumps motors and hydraulic oil are very hot and can cause severe burns during operation Always wear protective masks protective c...

Page 41: ...r circle with obvious color difference it indicates that the hydraulic oil should be replaced When there is a black mark in the middle of the sample and the light colored hydraulic oil spreads out of...

Page 42: ...e circuit diagram and checking the mechanical parts to determine the basic cause of the problem There may be more than one fault First establish a list of possible causes of the failure eliminate the...

Page 43: ...orking or every year Replacement under severe working conditions Replace if needed Filter Replacement Every 400 hours or damaged Hydraulic pump If necessary Refer to schedule Tube and accessarie s Rep...

Page 44: ...unt blade Clean up material jammed and run machine at max speed Drum shaking Shaft sleeve gets loose Bearing holder gets loose Bearing gets worn Too much debris jammed behind bearing holder Tighten to...

Page 45: ...tation direction Inlet blocked Clean the hydraulic oil tank and keep the oil level at 3 4 Leak in oil inlet line Check the oil tube or joint for looseness or damage replace or tighten them Sticky oil...

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