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4.3 MACHINE BREAK-IN
Although there are no operational restrictions on the
Chipper-Shredder when used for the first time, it is
recommended that the following mechanical items
be checked:
A.
After operating for 1 hour:
1. Torque all fasteners and hardware.
2. Check condition of rotor bearings.
3. Check the condition and clearance of the
knives, chop-block and stationary blades.
Adjust or replace as required.
4. Check belt drive system: Tension and pul-
ley alignment.
5. Check the condition of the hopper gate in
the shredder feed hopper. The hopper gate
must move freely back into position to en-
sure the safety of the operator by preventing
wood from flying out.
6. Check for entangled material. Remove all
entangled material before resuming work.
7. Check engine fluid levels. Top up as re-
quired.
8. Lubricate all grease fittings.
B.
After operating for 10 hours:
1. Repeat steps 1 through 8 listed above.
(Section A)
2. Change engine oil.
3. Go to the normal servicing and mainte-
nance schedule as defined in the Mainte-
nance Section.
4.4 PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST
Efficient and safe operation of the Surgemaster
Chipper-Shredder requires that each operator
reads and understands the using procedures and
all related safety precautions outlined in this sec-
tion. A pre-operation checklist is provided for the
operator. It is important for both the personal safety
and maintaining good mechanical condition that this
checklist is followed.
Before operating the Chipper-Shredder and each
time thereafter, the following areas should be
checked off:
1. Lubricate the machine per the schedule outline
in the Maintenance Section.
2. Check the rotor, blades and knives. Remove
any twine, wire or other material that has be-
come entangled.
3. Check the condition and clearance of the
knives, chop block and stationary blades. Ad-
just or replace as required.
4. Check belt drive system: Tension and align-
ment.
5. Check the condition of the hopper gate in the
shredder feed hopper. The hopper gate must
move freely back into position to ensure the
safety of the operator by preventing wood from
flying out.
6. Check that all bearings turn freely. Replace any
that are rough or seized.
7. Check engine fluid levels. Top up as required.
Follow safety guidelines for refuelling
8. Make sure that all guards and shields are in
place, secured and functioning as designed.
