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Operator's Manual

BX42S PTO WOODCHIPPER With

Manual Infeed

VERSION 2.0 - EN 2022

Summary of Contents for BX42S

Page 1: ...Operator s Manual BX42S PTO WOODCHIPPER With Manual Infeed VERSION 2 0 EN 2022 ...

Page 2: ...s etractorimplements com E mail address sales etractorimplements com Phone 562 534 8182 Manual info These are the original instructions The English language is binding No part of this documentation may be reproduced without the written permission of Victory Tractor Implements History of changes Operator s Manual Version Date Chapters Description V1 0 2019 First edition V2 0 June 2022 All Editorial...

Page 3: ...se 10 2 9 Intended Operating Conditions 10 2 10 Tools Parts and Accessories for assembling and adjusting 10 3 SAFETY INFORMATION 11 3 1 Introduction 11 3 2 Generally Applicable Safety Rules 12 3 3 Personal Protective Equipment 12 3 4 General Safety Rules for Machines 12 3 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES FOR WOODCHIPPERS 14 3 6 More Safety Tips for Safe Operation 14 3 6 1 Prepare For Emergencies 15 3 6 2 ...

Page 4: ...on checklist 29 5 5 Operating the BX42S 30 5 6 Running in the woodchipper 31 5 6 1 Adjusting the Discharge Chute 32 5 7 Bearing Lubrication Guide Based on Environmental Conditions 32 6 OTHER ACTIVITIES 33 6 1 Cleaning Flywheel Housing 33 6 2 Order Parts 34 7 MAINTENANCE ADJUSTMENT AND REPAIR 35 7 1 Preventive Maintenance 36 7 2 Lubrication table 36 7 3 General Troubleshooting 37 7 4 Flywheel Knive...

Page 5: ...sumables 44 9 SPARE PARTS AND WEARING PARTS 44 9 1 Wearing Parts 44 10 EXPLODED VIEW DRAWINGS 46 10 1 Torque Specifications 48 11 FLYWHEEL KNIFE CARE 49 11 1 How long will my Woodchipper Knives last 49 12 VICTORY TRACTOR IMPLEMENTS WARRANTY 50 13 SPECIFICATIONS FEATURES 51 ...

Page 6: ...and flexibility and a PTO shaft speed of 540 rpm The direct PTO drive system turns the well balanced 37 kg 82 lb rotor with its four 8 knives made from hardened tooling steel The counter knife setting produces cutted material from to 1 in size The rotor speed and the specially designed rotor winglets create the air suction which throws out the chipped material and makes wood jams virtually impossi...

Page 7: ...tatives Owner Assistance If customer service or spare parts are required please contact Victory Tractor Implements at 562 534 8182 Victory has trained technicians spare parts and equipment to service the device The parts on your machine are specially designed replace these parts always with genuine Victory parts Please reference your order number or serial number when calling 1 3 Warranty Provisio...

Page 8: ...afety is a priority You will become aware of the dangers and hazards of operating this machine by reading it 2 2 Manual Update Reason for raising the Operator s manual to version 2 0 Editorial update according to CE Standard Graphics and layout improved 2 3 Explanation Documentation Chapter 3 Introduction and Chapter 4 Safety is essential for anyone working on the machine For operators is essentia...

Page 9: ... RED symbol indicates All DANGER notifications WARNING This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided could result in death or severe injury or machine damage This ORANGE symbol indicates All WARNING notifications CAUTION This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury This YELLOW symbol indicates All C...

Page 10: ... to 40 C Temp transport Storage 10 up to 40 C Lighting Normal ambient lighting 2 10 Tools Parts and Accessories for assembling and adjusting Adjustable wrench 1 max 18 mm socket 17 mm socket 6 mm Allen key bit socket Torque wrench Awl Pick New knife nuts M10 with Nylon lock PTO Shear bolts Tape measure Feeler gauge 0 03 Credit Card thickness Accessories Heavy leather gloves This manual Operator or...

Page 11: ... this manual might never approach the machine Refer to all safety signs in this manual Read all instructions noted on them Never modify the equipment in any way Unauthorized modification may impair the function and or safety and could affect the life of the equipment Have a first aid kit available and know how to use it Have a fire extinguisher available and know how to use it 3 1 Introduction The...

Page 12: ...ective Equipment PPE is used Always wear Suitable ear protection Safety helmet for head protection and prevention from falling objects Safety gloves for hand protection and prevention of cuts from sharp edges Steel tipped safety boots for foot protection from falling objects Wrap around safety glasses for eye protection and prevent damage caused by shooting particles Safety vest for recognizable p...

Page 13: ...the same part number or equivalent Do not use fitting of inferior quality Do not make any repairs if you are tired or consume alcohol or drugs affecting your ability to work perfectly PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT The handling and cleaning of spent oil or chemicals may be subject to national or local laws and regulations Use authorized waste processing services including Municipal facilities and garages...

Page 14: ... bin and the flywheel before starting Ensure that the chipper head is clear all the bolts are tightened and the knives do not touch the case and the counter knife Ensure the PTO shaft does not come apart or bottom out during the normal lifting range Check the chip pile to see if the knives need to be serviced Long slivers in the chip pile are one of the best indicators of dull knives It is NOT rec...

Page 15: ...ard They are challenging to see especially at night Comply with state and local laws Use flashing warning lights and turn signals whenever driving on public roads Use lights and devices provided with the implement The maximum transport speed for any Victory implement is twenty mph on paved surfaces and ten mph maximum on an unpaved surface Do not exceed Never travel at a speed that does not allow ...

Page 16: ...rom Extending beyond the recommended maximum length Bottoming out Reaching a position that allows universal joints to lock Exceeding the maximum allowable angle for the constant velocity of the universal joints You can find information concerning these parameters in all driveline manufacturer s catalogs Specify and test telescoping members to allow the lowest possible thrust loads considering the ...

Page 17: ...to advise the user of proper hitch dimensions and maximum safe operating speed Check that proper danger labels are supplied with the driveline concerning these parameters may be found in all driveline manufacturer s catalogs The operator s manual provides instructions for proper driveline operation maintenance and repair Advise against using PTO adapters which may defeat the purpose of the tractor...

Page 18: ...rkings on the BX42S Your woodchipper comes equipped with all safety signs in place The decals are designed to help you safely operate your implement Read and follow their directions Pay close attention to the Safety Signs affixed to the tractor and the woodchipper Keep all safety decals clean and legible Replace all damaged or missing decals or labels To order new ones call Victory Tractor Impleme...

Page 19: ...DO NOT STAND BEHIND THE TRACTOR OR IMPLEMENT DANGER decal TURNING COMPONENTS Danger of being caught by rotating parts WARNING decal MAX OPERATING PTO SHAFT SPEED 540 rpm DANGER decal ROTATING KNIFE BLADES Keep Hands and Feet away CAUTION decal KEEP HANDS OUT OF THE HOPPER ...

Page 20: ...ted to an activity s quality These events have severe harmful consequences up to and including death This includes any accident that directly or indirectly results in device damage and personal injury to one or more persons Concerning this woodchipper calamities arise when unauthorized persons use the machine Never lend the woodchipper without the Operator s manual Ensure that people always read a...

Page 21: ...n the following pages for a smooth 30 minute setup assembly WARNING Read and understand all assembly instructions before assembling the BX42S Unpack and inspect the infeed bin to ensure nothing is in the chipper head before applying power NOTICE Before shipping the woodchipper to you the following service is done in our warehouse Bearings are greased knives are installed adjusted and the bolts are...

Page 22: ...e it straightforwardly An angle smaller than 25 degrees is acceptable Clear the area of bystanders especially children and animals before starting Ensure there is sufficient clearance to access the machine from all sides during assembling Cut the tie down straps Lay out components next to machine Use a forklift to raise and lift the frame Or alternatively attach a lifting device to the lifting bra...

Page 23: ...e one you can connect the woodchipper using your Category 1 Quick Hitch Lift the implement and position it onto a level surface WARNING Ensure all nuts and bolts on the machine are tightened after finishing the assembly and before using the woodchipper for the first time You must make every effort to ensure that all hardware is tightened It is a good idea for you to double check ...

Page 24: ...cessary To determine the proper length of the driveline Follow this procedure Attach the woodchipper to the tractor but do not attach the PTO shaft Raise the machine until the input shaft is level and aligned with the tractor PTO shaft Measure the dimension A between the locking grooves on the tractor PTO shaft and the implement input shaft If the PTO shaft is too long then measure the dimension B...

Page 25: ...han 1 3 the free length with both inner and outer telescopic part of equal length Grease the PTO shaft After properly sizing the shaft locate the grease nipples on the shaft s universal joints and pump several shots of high quality grease into the grease nipples NOTICE Ensure that the grease nipples are screwed in tightly Occasionally dried paint may cover the end of the fitting on the shaft Remov...

Page 26: ...e PTO shaft from exceeding the maximum allowable length NOTE Attacht the one end with the shear bolt to the woodchipper Secure the chain to the tractor and implement This will prevent the shield from spinning during operation 4 1 3 Checking the PTO Shaft s Interference Maximum PTO Shaft movement Slowly engage the tractor s hydraulic 3 Point hitch to lower the implement while checking for sufficien...

Page 27: ...m PTO speed regardless of the size of the material you are chipping Reduced PTO speed can cause plugging of the discharge chute and reduce the hydraulic pump s efficiency NOTICE The setup is now complete You must read and understand all operating instructions before using the chipper Prolonged exposure to loud noise may cause permanent hearing loss Tractors with or without implements attached can ...

Page 28: ... maintain a full view of the working area during operation Keep animals and children far away from the device 5 OPERATION The features of the BX42S are described in this Manual to ensure that you can use it to its full potential The operation procedures ensure that every skilled operator uses the BX42S correctly Following these procedures will extend the life of the BX42S creating a safe operating...

Page 29: ...place comprises both sides of the woodchipper approximately 2 m Persons should never be at the rear of the machine See the figure for the Operator zone in this Chapter Emergency stop procedure Safety bracket Know your controls and how to stop the tractor and woodchipper in an emergency quickly Read the manual provided with the tractor 5 4 Pre operation checklist A pre operation checklist is provid...

Page 30: ...ht push on the long end of the limb will help Remember to chip only clean material or the knife life will shorten Do not move the woodchipper while the flywheel is turning Block the tractor wheels and set the parking brake while running the woodchipper Watch the discharge chute position while operating the device If the chip drain stops during operation then first shut off the PTO power then the t...

Page 31: ...all fasteners 2 Check the condition of flywheel bearings 3 Check the condition and clearance of the twig breaker and the clearance between flywheel knives and stationary counter knife Adjust or replace as required 4 Check for entangled material Remove all entangled material before resuming work 5 Lubricate all grease nipples After operating for 10 hours 1 Repeat steps 1 through 5 listed above 2 Go...

Page 32: ...increased rubber seal compounds and better quality lubricants These recommendations are based on load spindle speed operating temperature and environmental conditions More grease is not better instead is counterproductive and can cause the bearing to generate heat and lead to premature failure You should never pump grease into a bearing until the seals push outward this is a sign that too much gre...

Page 33: ...X42S Page 33 of 51 Version 2 0 6 OTHER ACTIVITIES 6 1 Cleaning Flywheel Housing STEP 1 Detach the PTO shaft from the woodchipper STEP 2 Remove the retaining bolt that secures the top half of the flywheel cover to the bottom half ...

Page 34: ...ctor Implements to order spare parts When ordering spare parts you must always have the following information Machine name Machine serial number Part name Part number You can find the machine name and serial number in the EC Declaration of Conformity in chapter 1 of this Manual or on the CE Type plate MANDATORY Always replace stickers that come loose also markings or numbers that are damaged or re...

Page 35: ...to maintenance or service work Always strictly adhered to service intervals prescribed by the manufacturer Always follow the maintenance schedule given in the Operator s manual closely Failure to do so may result in machine failure and costly repairs or voided warranty Do not touch the fluid if you spot any leaking from hoses pipes or other parts it is dangerous and can lead to burns Provide adequ...

Page 36: ...ged or missing to minimize the chance of material coming out of the feed hopper Fluids and Lubricants Use only a hand held grease gun filled with Grade Type II grease Store lubricants in an area protected from dust moisture and other contaminants Greasing Use a hand held grease gun for all greasing points Wipe grease nipple with a clean cloth before greasing to avoid injecting dirt and grit Replac...

Page 37: ...place shear bolt in PTO shaft Find the cause and solve the problem The flywheel turns but has low woodchip output The flywheel chamber is clogged Open and clean the flywheel chamber Not chipping clean or chip deflector plugging Flywheel knives are dull Chipper s head is turning too slowly Sharpen or replace knives Check PTO speed It must be 540 rpm 7 4 Flywheel Knives and Bed Knife Changing Adjust...

Page 38: ...re the lock pin to prevent the flywheel from rotating while you are working on the knives STEP 4 NOTE Insert the pin fully in the three holes as shown Use an awl to remove any debris impacted in the hex recess of the flat socket cap screws securing the knife Take care to clean the bolt heads thoroughly to ensure the Allen key bit socket fits appropriately If not you may strip the heads out Air blo...

Page 39: ... chamber Clean the knife blade recess surface properly Place a new or sharpened knife Mount and hand tighten the fasteners including washers STEP 6 Use a torque wrench attached to the 17 mm socket and apply a 40 lbs ft torque DO NOT over torque the bolts knife breakage can occur Remove the lock pin rotate the flywheel 90 degrees and reinstall the lock pin for the next knife Repeat this until all k...

Page 40: ... knife is correct 0300 If the distance is too close damage to the knives can occur by contacting the bed knife Some material can pass through the chipper without shearing if the distance is too large This can cause the discharge chute to plug If you need to adjust the gap refer to bed knife changing adjusting in this Chapter Rotate the flywheel by hand for two or three revolutions to ensure no int...

Page 41: ...e nuts on the underside of the bed and take out the bed knife STEP 2 Clean the surfaces and place a new bed knife Mount but do not yet tighten the three bolts Rotate the flywheel by hand to ensure that the four knives clear the bed knife and that the proper distance between the tip of each blade and the bed knife is correct 0300 If the distance is too close damage to the knives can occur by contac...

Page 42: ... s Manual Victory BX42S Page 42 of 51 Version 2 0 STEP 3 Check for correct clearance and adjust again if necessary STEP 4 Close the flywheel housing and secure it with the retaining bolt Re attach the PTO shaft ...

Page 43: ...r worn parts and adjust or replace them to prevent any unnecessary downtime at the beginning of the next season Check all safety signs Replace if necessary Repaint parts where paint is worn or scratched to prevent rust Turn the feed hopper up and lock it It is best to store the machine inside If that is not possible securely cover with a waterproof tarp and tie down Clean off any dirt or dust accu...

Page 44: ...e II 9 SPARE PARTS AND WEARING PARTS Any mechanical installation is always subject to wear and tear Keeping a limited number of crucial parts in stock is advisable to avoid costly downtime The installation mainly includes unique and complex components that you should always replace with similar ones such as knives and bearings Order spare parts by referring to the parts list Always state the corre...

Page 45: ...age 45 of 51 Version 2 0 Wearing parts for the woodchipper Flywheel knives Stationary Counter knife Knives set Flywheel knives Stationary Counter knife and fasteners set NOTE Always use new nuts with Nylon locking when replacing knives ...

Page 46: ... feed hopper moves the wood material into the rotor Each rotor is designed with four knife blades and a twig breaker to generate small pieces of wood A stationary counter knife at the rear of the rotor housing is mounted to chip or chop the material The tractor provides rotational power through a PTO shaft on the front of the frame 1 Discharge hood 2 Flywheel top cover 3 Flywheel housing 4 Infeed ...

Page 47: ...6184 2000 1 16 Bolt M8x140 GB T 5780 2000 1 17 Bolt M6x25 GB T5781 2000 2 18 Platen 1 19 Platen spring 1 20 Turnplate pin 1 21 Turnplate handle 1 22 Ringbolt M10x20 GB825 88 2 23 Locknut 6 GB T 889 1 2000 9 24 Clevis 1 25 Locking Pin 8x40 1 26 Bolt M16x180 GB T5780 2000 1 27 Locknut 16 GB T 889 1 2000 1 28 Infeed chute BX42 W03 1 29 Spring washer 12 GB T 93 1987 11 30 Bolt M12x40 GB T 5782 2000 11...

Page 48: ...e table below gives the correct torque values for various bolts nuts and cap screws Tighten all bolts to the torques specified unless otherwise noted Check the tightness of bolts periodically using this bolt torque chart as a guide Replace fasteners with the same length and grade of bolt ...

Page 49: ...es Be kind to your woodchipper knives Although they are made of high quality steel they are not indestructible All chippers will perform better when chipping fresh green clean limbs The moisture in the limbs lubricates the knives and reduces friction Do not attempt to chip rotten wood it will plug your woodchipper You can chip dry material this will wear the knives faster than fresh green material...

Page 50: ...evels grease points and driveline shafts Claims under this Warranty should be made directly to Victory Tractor Implements and all warranty adjustments must be made through an authorized Victory dealer Victory reserves the right to change materials or product design at any time without notice This Warranty shall not be interpreted to render Victory liable for damages of any kind direct consequentia...

Page 51: ... x4 2019 onwards Stationary counter knife 6 in Hopper opening 20 x 20 in Chipper housing opening 5 x 10 in Recommended max wood diameter Approx 5 in Adjustable size of shredded material 1 in Feeding system Manual input Height of output funnel 62 in Output direction Rotatable 230 Chute deflector Adjustable Input bin hopper Foldable for repair and storage Tested According to ISO 2006 42 EC Features ...

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