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Copyright © Roy Gripske & Sons Pty. Ltd. 2014 

1312191

Owners Manual

www.poweruplawncare.com.au

Bushranger
BRC40 Chipper

V1 12/13

WARNING! Read this manual before operating your Bushranger chipper.

Summary of Contents for BRC40

Page 1: ...Copyright Roy Gripske Sons Pty Ltd 2014 1312191 Owners Manual www poweruplawncare com au Bushranger BRC40 Chipper V1 12 13 WARNING Read this manual before operating your Bushranger chipper ...

Page 2: ...ns 3 Assembly Instructions 4 Operating the Chipper 5 Operation 5 Starting Stopping the machine 6 Feeding Material into the Machine 7 Unclogging the Cutter 7 Maintenance 8 Tensioning Replacing the Belt 8 Adjusting the Anvil 8 Replacing the Cutting Blade 9 Cleaning and Storage 9 2 ...

Page 3: ...s and use of the equipment 2 Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the machine 3 Never operate the machine while people or animals are nearby 4 The operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or property 5 While using the machine always wear substantial footwear and long trousers Do not operate the Chipper when barefoot or w...

Page 4: ... its intended purpose Do not modify the design of the machine in any way If you have any doubts contact your authorised service dealer HEALTH SAFETY AT WORK This Chipper has been designed and constructed so that in so far as reasonably practical it will not endanger the safety and health of those working with it This is however subject to the machine being properly used and maintained according to...

Page 5: ...irm surface Ensure all nuts and bolts are properly tightened Ensure all safety guards are in place Make sure the inlet chute is free of debris before starting the unit Check the engine oil level Operation Preventing accidental injury is the sole responsibility of each user of this machine Ensure the operator of this machine is thoroughly familiar with the operation and safety procedures described ...

Page 6: ... start cord with sufficient force to start the engine Once the engine has started slide the Choke lever across to the off position Hot Start Follow the procedure for a cold start but leave the choke lever in the off position For more detailed instructions on the operation and maintenance of the engine please refer to the supplied engine owners manual Stopping the Engine Turn the ignition switch to...

Page 7: ...rial is fed into the inlet chute wooded end first leaving the leafy end to be pulled through This aids in the self feeding of the machine and helps the bushy material be effectively cut Some of the smaller growth coming off the main branch may need to be trimmed so that it doesn t get jammed at the bottom of the inlet chute As the operator becomes more familiar with the machine they will be able t...

Page 8: ...etch when they are new Grease the cutter shaft bearings Ensure not to overfill with grease as the seals could pop out of the housing For engine maintenance refer to the Engine service manual document Tensioning Replacing the Belt Remove the belt cover and check the tension of the belt To tension the belt loosen and reposition the M12 locking nuts which set the engine height then refit the belt cov...

Page 9: ...ed so in the first instance can be rotated and refitted Take the blades to your authorised service dealer to resharpen the blades if both sides are worn Cleaning and Storage If you wish to clean the machine wait for the engine to cool down and hose the machine down inside and out Ensure that the drainage hole at the bottom of the cutter housing is not blocked Do not wash the chipper with high pres...

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