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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Before commissioning the machine, read operating instructions 

and observe warning and safety instructions.

Manufactured by Tracmaster Ltd

CAMON STUMP GRINDER

Summary of Contents for Camon SG30

Page 1: ...ORIGINAL INSTRUCTION MANUAL Before commissioning the machine read operating instructions and observe warning and safety instructions Manufactured by Tracmaster Ltd CAMON STUMP GRINDER ...

Page 2: ...iness Park Hurstpierpoint Road Wineham Henfield BN5 9BJ UNITED KINGDOM Tel 44 0 1444 247689 www tracmaster co uk info tracmaster co uk Machine Details Model CAMON SG30 Stump Grinder Serial No A 0 8 1 1 1 1 1 Engine Serial No G A A A A 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Purchase Date D D M M Y Y Y Y Supplier ...

Page 3: ...ons Starting and Operating 11 6 1 Before Starting the Engine 11 6 2 To Start the Engine 12 6 3 To Stop the Engine 13 6 4 Safety Equipment 13 6 5 Operation Removing Stumps 13 6 6 Procedure for Cutting the Stump 14 6 7 Procedure for Unexpected Shut Down 15 6 8 Residual Risks of the SG30 Stump Grinder 15 7 0 Maintenance 16 7 1 Schedule 16 7 2 Basic Maintenance 16 7 3 Advanced Maintenance 16 7 3 1 Rot...

Page 4: ...anual carefully and understand it Reading and understanding this manual should prevent you from operating the SG30 incorrectly and so extend the life of the machine This manual also contains important safety information about your machine You must observe all safety instructions at all times CAMON machines are often updated and improved so models may vary due to differences in specifications Any i...

Page 5: ...f the CAMON SG30 Grinder are designed to grind TREE STUMPS ONLY they are NOT designed to make contact with solid ground at any point during operation The machine will be damaged should the teeth continuously come into contact with solid ground DO NOT use the CAMON SG30 Grinder for cutting grass or digging the ground These operations will result in damage to the machine Operating the machine on non...

Page 6: ...orking RPM 2800rpm Engine Oil 10w 30 API SJ or equivalent Engine Oil Capacity 1 1 litres Dry Weight 30kg The power rating of the engine indicated in this table is the net power output tested on a production engine for the engine model and measured in accordance with SAE J1349 at a specified rpm MACHINE Model SG30 Disc Width 30cm No of Teeth Solid and hollow Clutch Type Centrifugal clutch Working H...

Page 7: ...ed with plastic sheet Unwrap the plastic wrapping Cut carefully using a knife if required Using a knife or pair of cutters cut the straps holding the machine onto the pallet Push the machine forward safely and gently off of the pallet once the straps have been removed The handlebars will have been folded over the engine into a transport position To position the handlebars in their working position...

Page 8: ...rfly knob on the right hand side of the machine fig 2 to allow the top handlebars to be rotated into the upright working position Re tighten the butterfly knob to fix the top handlebars in the working position Dispose of the packing material responsibly Fig 2 Butterfly knob ...

Page 9: ...uctions to understand the operation of these levers 5 4 Operating Lever The engine of the SG30 Stump Grinder is controlled by the Operator Presence Control OPC lever fig 3 This lever turns the engine ON or OFF Squeezing the Operator Presence Control lever allows the engine to be started Letting go of the Operator Presence Control lever turns the engine off 5 5 Throttle Lever The throttle lever con...

Page 10: ... level before use 5 9 General Safety Instructions Be aware of all the safety requirements for the machine Visually check the machine for operational safety complete components and fixed guarding prior to each use Read and be aware of the warning and instruction signs located on the machinery Cordon off the work area to access from the general public Before starting work clear the area of any objec...

Page 11: ...r Starting an engine within a confined space can lead to the inhalation of toxic substances Avoid contact with the engine during operation as it will become hot Leave the engine to cool prior to contact and storage Never interfere with the control settings of the engine NEVER TILT THE MACHINE BACKWARDS WHEN CLEANING 5 11 Machine Safety Sticker Explanations Read operating instructions before use Re...

Page 12: ...e and foot protection safety gloves Important Ring MUST be lifted BEFORE moving lever DO NOT force the lever without lifing the ring first LWA 120dB 120DB DO NOT OPERATE WITH GUARD REMOVED WARNING 90998 Rotating blade hazard WARNING 80044 80048 V V X V V X 80047 V V X V V X TRACMASTER LTD Units 6 7 Winterpick Business Park Hurstpierpoint Road Wineham Henfield BN5 9BJ UK T 44 0 1444 247689 Machine ...

Page 13: ...to move the machine Make sure that the area is free of personnel Check stumps to be removed for embedded nails wire metal fence posts and other metallic objects and for rocks or other buried impediments which may become dangerously thrown or cause unexpected machine movements when hit by the cutting wheel Ensure that everyone in the vicinity is aware of the DANGER ZONE associated with this machine...

Page 14: ...e lever to the ON position fig 6 Make sure throttle is in MIN position Raise the cutter wheel off the ground approximately 4 to 5 by pushing downward on the control handle Hold it in that position WARNING THE NEXT STEP MAY CAUSE THE CUTTER WHEEL TO ROTATE KEEP EVERYONE AWAY Pull the starter rope lightly until resistance is felt then pull briskly fig 7 Move the choke lever to the ON position fig 8 ...

Page 15: ...mage the grinder or be picked up and thrown by the rotating blades WARNING REMOVE ALL HARD OBJECTS SUCH AS GRAVEL ROCKS AND STONES TO REDUCE THE LIKELIHOOD OF THESE OBJECTS BEING THROWN BY THE STUMP GRINDER Remove all loose pieces of wood stones wire and other debris from the work area before beginning stump removal Wind direction should be considered as it influences the direction in which dust a...

Page 16: ...l approximately 1 before each sweep until the roots are sufficiently removed Raise the cutting wheel until the centre of the cutting wheel is just above the top of the stump Allow the cutter wheel to stop rotating release the brake and reposition the machine Lock the brake again Remove the main part of the stump fig 14 Make sure the throttle is set to MAX The cutter wheel is thus accelerated to cu...

Page 17: ...ntinue removal or by filling the hole with chips before continuing WARNING NEVER USE THE STUMP GRINDER IN POOR LIGHT OR AT NIGHT 6 7 Procedure for Unexpected Shut Down Release the Operator Presence Control OPC lever Push down on the handlebars to raise the teeth into the air Ensure the rotor shaft and blades have stopped rotating prior to moving the machine 6 8 Residual Risks of the SG30 Stump Gri...

Page 18: ... lever to the engine is securely fastened at both ends and shows no sign of wear Check the pressure of pneumatic tyres and ensure that they do not show any indentations or significant wear and tear Ensure the wheels are held securely and the bolts that hold the wheels onto the axles are in place Check the wheels rotate smoothly and without hindrance Grease the cutter shaft bearings daily 7 3 Advan...

Page 19: ...of the tooth pocket Insert a new tooth with sharp carbide edges and re fit the spacer Ensure that the spacer is installed with the chamfered edge facing downwards so that it fits inside the tooth holder fig 16 Tighten the lock nut that holds the tooth in the tooth holder securely to 27Nm 7 3 3 Changing the Teeth Holder Inspection Check Teeth holders that are damaged or which can move whilst the bo...

Page 20: ...ts to feed into the wheel from opposite sides to ensure a strong secure setup The tooth holder bolts must be tightened to a torque setting of 244Nm if using antiseize copper slip or 325Nm dry 7 4 Engine 7 4 1 Check Engine Oil Level This is to be checked prior to each use and every 8 hours during operation Check only when the engine is off and in a horizontal position Clean the oil filler plug and ...

Page 21: ...leaning See fig 19 containing information provided by Honda Cleaning Dual Filter Element Types 1 Remove the wing nut from the air cleaner cover and remove the cover 2 Remove the wing nut from the air filter and remove the filter 3 Remove the foam filter from the paper filter 4 Inspect both air filter elements and replace them if they are damaged Always replace the paper air filter element at the s...

Page 22: ...lem Possible Cause Remedy Engine does not start Spark plug connector not connected Connect spark plug connector Choke lever is not actuated Actuate choke lever Fuel tank empty Fill fuel tank Fuel line clogged Clean fuel line Defective spark plug Clean or replace spark plug Engine has too much fuel Dry and adjust spark plug and start engine on full throttle Engine overheats Low engine oil Refill im...

Page 23: ... dry thoroughly prior to storage and ensure all lubrication points have been re greased For periods of long storage change the engine oil Either drain the fuel completely or fill the fuel tank and add fuel stabilizer Do not store the Aerator in wet rooms where fertiliser is stored or in stables as heavy corrosion may occur Always store the machine in a horizontal position 8 3 Handling Do not attem...

Page 24: ... part numbers for the CAMON SG30 Stump Grinder can be found on our website or by contacting our spare parts department Spare parts can be ordered via the following methods Phone 44 0 1444 247689 option 1 Website www tracmaster co uk Email spares tracmaster co uk Or via your local Authorised Dealer ...

Page 25: ... local Authorised Tracmaster Dealer is or check our Dealer Locator online at www tracmaster co uk apps store locator Company Company Date Date Company Stamp or address authorised signature Company Stamp or address authorised signature Company Company Date Date Company Stamp or address authorised signature Company Stamp or address authorised signature Company Company Date Date Company Stamp or addr...

Page 26: ...point Road Wineham Henfield BN5 9BJ UNITED KINGDOM Machine Description Stump Grinder Type CAMON SG30 Harmonised Standards applied including parts of EN 13857 2008 Safety of machinery Safety distance to prevent danger zones being reached by the upper and lower limbs EN 12100 1 2003 Safety of machinery Basic Principles Terminology Methodology EN 12100 2 2003 Safety of machinery Basic Principles Tech...

Page 27: ...ww tracmaster co uk pages warranty registration form The Warranty does not cover any transport costs or direct or indirect losses owing to loss of use of the machine as a consequence of manufacturing defects or mechanical failure No Warranty shall be acknowledged in the following instances The failure is caused by non compliance of Tracmaster s directions for the correct use and operation of the m...

Page 28: ...p Grinder Original Instruction Manual 2020 Tracmaster Ltd Tracmaster Ltd Units 6 7 Winterpick Business Park Hurstpierpoint Road Wineham Henfield BN5 9BJ Tel 44 0 1444 247689 www tracmaster co uk info tracmaster co uk ...

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