Timberwolf TW 280TFTR, Instruction Manual

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TIMBERWOLF
TW 280TFTR
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The engine management unit controls the feed rate of the material going into the chipping chamber.
If the engine speed is below the predetermined level, the engine management unit will not allow the
feed rollers to work in the forward “infeed” direction, until the rotor speed rises above the
predetermined level. At this point, the feed rollers will start turning without warning. The reverse
function will work at any engine speed.
LOCATE the machine on firm level ground.
CHECK machine is well supported and cannot
move.
CHECK jack stand is lowered and secure.
CHECK all guards are fitted and secure.
CHECK the discharge unit is in place and
fastened securely.
CHECK discharge tube is pointing in a safe
direction.
CHECK the feed funnel to ensure no objects
are inside.
CHECK feed tray is in up position - to prevent
people reaching rollers.
CHECK controls as described on page 11.
CHECK (visually) for fluid leaks.
CHECK fuel and hydraulic oil levels.
For parts location see diagrams on pages 3 & 4.
AUTO CONTROLS
ROTATION
1. Slacken nut using
integral handle.
2. Rotate tube.
3. Retighten nut.
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DISCHARGE CONTROLS
DAILY CHECKS BEFORE STARTING
Controlling the discharge is an essential part of safe
working.
BUCKET ANGLE
4. Adjust the bucket to the desired
angle using the handle provided.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
There are two ways of stopping the TW 280TFTR chipper in the event of an emergency.
STOPPING THE ROLLERS
-Activating the red safety bar will stop the rollers immediately. To restart the rollers, just push the
green forward button or blue reverse button.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
Should the entire machine need to be stopped in an emergency, the red button on top of the engine
guard should be pushed. This will shut down the engine in the shortest possible time. The engine
cannot be restarted until the button is pulled out and the main ignition switch is turned off to reset the
machine.
EMERGENCY STOPPING