Wallenstein 1C34423, Operator'S Manual

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BXC34
Cart Chipper
Troubleshooting
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8. Troubleshooting
The following table lists some problems that may be
encountered, with possible causes and solutions.
If a problem persists after reading through the Troubleshooting
section, contact the local dealer, distributor or Wallenstein
Equipment. Have the serial number ready.
Engine related issues
Refer to the engine owner's manual included in the manual tube.
Problem Cause Solution
Rotor does not turn.
Obstructed discharge. Clear debris from discharge chute.
Rotor plugged. Inspect and clear chipper hopper lower rotor housing and rotor.
Loose belt. Follow tension adjustment procedure and tighten belt.
Brake clutch spring broken. Remove belt shield and inspect.
Broken belt. See belt replacement procedure page 32.
Material feeding in too slow.
Engine or rotor speed to low. Set throttle to increase rotor rpm.
Blades or knives are dull or clearance incorrect. Check rotor and ledger knifes. Rotate, sharpen or replace.
Rotor blade knife edge angle incorrect.
Re-sharpen rotor knives to specified 45° angle and check that blade is
installed properly.
Collector bag full. Detach bag and empty.
Obstructed discharge. Clear debris from discharge chute or material screen.
Unusual machine vibration
while operating.
Broken or missing ledger knife. Inspect. Replace if damaged or missing.
Rotor may be bent. Check for rotor wobble. Replace rotor.
Machine requires excessive
power or stalls.
Obstructed discharge. Clear debris from discharge
Clutch being engaged too quickly.
Engage clutch slowly. Make sure rotor housing and hoppers are clear
before engaging.
Collector bag full. Detach and empty bag.
Feeding in too much material. Feed smaller amounts.
Feeding material too quickly. Feed larger material slowly.
Rotor plugged. Inspect and clear chipper hopper lower rotor housing and rotor.
Space between rotor blade and ledger knife too large. Use ledger gauge tool to check clearance. See page 36. .
Dull blades.
Check rotor blade and ledger knife. Rotate, sharpen or replace. See page
36.
Engine problem. Refer to engine manufacturer's manual.
Noisy drive belt, premature
wear.
Drive belts loose or worn. Inspect drive belts. Adjust tension or replace if needed. See page 35 .
Wrong replacement belt. Inspect drive belts. Replace. See page 32. .
Rotor plugged. Inspect and clear chipper hopper, lower rotor housing, and rotor.
Rotor bearings. Check and replace if required.
Poor Chip Quality.
Dull blades. Check rotor and ledger knifes. Rotate, sharpen or replace. See page 35
Drive belts loose or worn. Inspect drive belts. Adjust or replace if needed. See page 32 .
Poor quality material. Material is small or rotting. Mix with higher quality material.
Knife clearance incorrect. Check and adjust as required. See page 35.