Timberwolf TW 230HB (Diesel), Instruction Manual

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5.6 Checks Before Starting
The following check list should be carried out daily, before starting the chipper and
whenever the chipper is moved to a new location.
1. ENSURE the chipper is located on firm, level ground.
2. ENSURE the chipper is well supported and cannot move. (Refer to Section 4.4
" Stabilising the Chipper" on page 23.)
3. If the chipper remains hitched to the tow vehicle, ENSURE the vehicle is safely
secured and isolated prior to operation of the chipper.
4. ENSURE all guards are securely fitted.
5. ENSURE the discharge tube is in place, fastened securely and pointing in a safe
direction. (Refer to Section 5.4 "
Discharge Controls" on page 27.)
6. ENSURE there are no objects in the feed funnel.
7. ENSURE the feed tray is in the up position to prevent people reaching the rollers.
8. CHECK for any visible signs of fluid leaks.
9. CHECK fuel and hydraulic levels are correct. (Refer to Section 5.15 " Check Hydraulic
Oil Level" on page 32, and Section 5.16 "Check Fuel Level and Refuel" on page 32.)
5.7 Starting the Engine
Do not engage the starter motor for more than 20 seconds. Allow a minimum of one
minute to elapse before attempting to start again.
1. Ensure the throttle lever is in the slow (tortoise)
position (Figure 10).
2. Insert the ignition key in the control panel and turn to
position 1 (Figure 11).
3. Confirm that the heater LED comes on (Figure 11).
4. Wait until the heater LED goes out.
5. Turn the ignition key to the start position (2) (Figure
11).
6. Release the ignition key as soon as the engine
starts.
Figure 10 - Throttle Lever
Figure 11 - Control Panel
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TW 230HB (Diesel) 5 Operating Instructions