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Palax D270 Active
Translation
1-2017
After this, bring the machine into the work position in accordance with points 2.4 and 2.5.
7.4
A
B
7.5
Page 1: ...ractor Powered by electric motor Powered by combustion engine Serial number ___________________________ Year of manufacture ___________________________ PALAX Lahdentie 9 FI 61400 Ylistaro FINLAND Tel...
Page 2: ...aw chain oil 15 2 4 Bringing the conveyor into the work position 16 2 5 Bringing the extension table into the work position 17 2 7 Lifting and transferring the machine 18 2 8 Height adjustment of spli...
Page 3: ...port platform that requires registering 31 7 3 Bringing the mobile model into the work position 31 8 Maintenance of the machine 33 8 1 Removing the covers 33 8 2 Crosscut saw bar 33 8 3 Changing oil o...
Page 4: ...e installation and operation the operator of the machine must become thoroughly familiar with the contents of the manual The operator is also obliged to gain familiarity with the operating controls of...
Page 5: ...tractor equipped with own hydraulic system SM Powered by electric motor PM Powered by combustion engine Serial number ___________________________ We hereby certify that the machine meets the requirem...
Page 6: ...aximum length of the log is 3m When handling long trees we recommend using a specific log stand with rollers 1 4 Warning signs Read the instruction manual Beware of the moving saw bar Wear protective...
Page 7: ...ain oil tank Disconnect the machine from the power source before servicing The machine may only be operated by one person Risk of getting squashed Beware of the PTO shaft The danger zone around the co...
Page 8: ...r and year of manufacture Total weight of the machine The plate is located at the same end of the machine as the in feed deck When ordering spare parts always mention the serial number and year of man...
Page 9: ...h length cm in the transport position with platform requiring registering 173x166x292 173x166x292 Out take trough length 48 cm Conveyor length with platform 55cm without platform 75cm height 25cm Saw...
Page 10: ...a fault free PTO shaft and attach the chain for the shaft guard The permissible revolutions range of the PTO shaft is 400 450 r p m Only operate the machine on a sufficiently firm and level surface O...
Page 11: ...s prohibited The machine must never be operated under the influence of alcohol or drugs As the operator remember that you are responsible for any injuries caused if safety related devices have been re...
Page 12: ...etween the buyer and the manufacturer A new part delivered as a replacement for the defective one The warranty does not cover Defects due to normal wear faulty operation or negligent maintenance The s...
Page 13: ...adjusted and test driven Check the delivered goods without delay If the product shows transport damage contact the transport company and your dealer immediately Main parts of the machine Figs 2 1 2 2...
Page 14: ...c oil tank cap 11 Sticker that indicates the distance to the crosscut saw 2 3 12 13 14 15 16 17 12 14 Lifting triangle for tractor driven machine 13 15 Exit opening for sawdust 14 Attachment pin of th...
Page 15: ...hine is highly dependent on the purity of the oil Check the oil level regularly by means of the dipstick of the filling cap Fig 2 4 A If the oil level is lower than the tip of the dipstick top up the...
Page 16: ...ment hook Fig 2 7 1 away from the edge of the conveyor Bring the discharge conveyor into the work position by holding it all the time Be careful not to allow the conveyor to fall down too quickly Fig...
Page 17: ...2 5 Bringing the extension table into the work position Pull the handle 1 of the locking device Swing the extension table into the work position When swinging the table into the work position place th...
Page 18: ...g points A in the front and rear under the machine s frame By means of hooks by the lifting points B at both ends of the frame By tractor by the lifting triangle C of the three point lift When moving...
Page 19: ...cotter and twist open the nut remove the spring washers Lift the 2 4 wedge in place and after this install the height adjustment lever into position leaving the friction plate between the lever and th...
Page 20: ...d above Before starting up check the condition of the operating controls and the safety devices Before starting up always check the levels of the hydraulic oil and the chain oil 3 3 Testing the machin...
Page 21: ...current switch of 30 mA The machine requires a 5 pole extension cable L1 L2 L3 N and PE to operate To start the machine press the green start button on the starter box Fig 3 1 A To stop the machine p...
Page 22: ...TO at low revolutions then increase the revolutions to 400 450 r p m The machine comes with towing pins of 22 mm The delivery also includes bushings for the towing pins Fig 3 3 B to increase their dia...
Page 23: ...operating instructions Check the oil level in the engine and top it up if necessary Motor model Honda GX 390 SX NOTE Petrol is highly flammable Use 98 E5 as petrol for the combustion engine Always sto...
Page 24: ...n of the machine The machine is equipped with devices that ensure operational safety The safety related devices affect the operation of the cover for the splitting area the saw bar and the pusher The...
Page 25: ...g the log on the deck The machine is equipped with a feed roller with hydraulic motor The toothed roller helps transfer the log to the length set by means of the log length limiter Select the log that...
Page 26: ...he machine the feed movement of the conveyor must be stopped Correct the position of the log and check that it is not too large The log must stay in position on the in feed conveyor throughout the exe...
Page 27: ...he oil feeding rate NOTE Always switch off the machine before adjusting the oil flow The adjustment screw 6 mm hexagon socket Fig 4 3 A is located in the machine s frame above the chain oil tank The c...
Page 28: ...tion and their remedy If the logs are big and have big branches the force of the pusher may not be sufficient If the billet sticks to the wedge open and shut the protective net to reverse the pusher t...
Page 29: ...standard the machine is equipped with a 0 7 m long out take trough 6 2 Discharge conveyor As an option the machine can be equipped with an hydraulically driven 2 6 m long discharge conveyor Each indi...
Page 30: ...e support legs 7 1 Light platform As an option the Palax Active can be equipped with a light platform which is intended for transferring the machine within a closed area by means of for example an ATV...
Page 31: ...on in the respective country and any vehicle specific limitations 7 3 Bringing the mobile model into the work position Put the machine in the correct location for the work and disconnect it from the t...
Page 32: ...32 Palax D270 Active Translation 1 2017 After this bring the machine into the work position in accordance with points 2 4 and 2 5 7 4 A B 7 5 A...
Page 33: ...protective covers in place ensure that the protective devices are in order and test run the machine in accordance with the instructions in point 3 3 8 1 Removing the covers Loosen the attachment scre...
Page 34: ...an oil bath Always after re sharpening clean up the saw chain thoroughly remove from it any stuck chips or grinding dust and immerse it in oil Cutting teeth Use only special saw chain files The saw c...
Page 35: ...bearings always be provided with clean lubricant If the machine is used regularly lubricate the bearings once a week Oil the moving joints daily 8 4 1 2 8 4 Electric motor coupling The coupling of the...
Page 36: ...inside the filter housing Fig 8 7 A Undo the three screws to open the housing 8 7 Maintenance of the valve The detent end A the spool shifter joint B and the ball joint of the control valve must be l...
Page 37: ...To spread oil smoothly on the moving parts of the detent end insert the spray pipe in the hole and press 2 3 times for about 1 2 seconds at a time NOTE Do not use Vaseline spray because this congeals...
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Page 39: ...t way as shown in the picture The small holes at the ends of part E are for drainage of condensed water During assembly make sure that the holes come on the underside 8 11 Discharge conveyor The conve...
Page 40: ...eriod of time Lubricate the machine after washing Note Do not direct the water jet onto electric devices or bearings 8 14 Storing the machine The machine is intended for outdoor use but to avoid corro...
Page 41: ...the maintenance manual for the engine Hydraulic oil Normal conditions Check 1 Change 2 Change X X X Volume 28 l E g Esso Univis 32 Neste Hydrauli 32 Oil filter 1 Change 2 Change X X CR 60 3 The filter...
Page 42: ...he oil is too cold 2 No oil or too little oil 1 Allow the oil to circulate at free flow for a few minutes 2 Top up oil The log does not split 1 Incorrect position of the wedge 2 A large branch at the...
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