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OPERATOR'S MANUAL

CART CHIPPER

Serial 

n

umber 1C3472 

to 1C34423

BXC

34

Part Number: Z97110_En

Rev Mar-2020

Summary of Contents for 1C3472

Page 1: ...OPERATOR S MANUAL CARTCHIPPER Serial number 1C3472 to 1C34423 BXC34 Part Number Z97110_En Rev Mar 2020...

Page 2: ...ude longer belt life and a braking clutch that quickly and safely stops the rotor when the drive is disengaged The 3 75 mm positive fail safe brake meets current European and U S requirements Safe eff...

Page 3: ...5 1 Engine 18 5 2 Hood Deflector 19 5 3 Feed Chute Handholds 20 5 4 Drive Engage Handle 20 6 Operating Instructions 21 6 1 Operating Safety 21 6 2 Before Starting the Engine 21 6 3 Pre operation Chec...

Page 4: ...instructions in the Operator s Manual Safety Checks All Safety Decals Installed Guards and Shields Installed and Secured Lock Pin on Hitch Tongue _________________________________________ Customer s...

Page 5: ...oduct when ordering parts or requesting service or other information The Serial Number Plate location is shown in the illustration Please record the product Model and Serial Number in the space provid...

Page 6: ...anels This type of decal provides additional information to the operator or explains the operation of a control Product Decals indicate machine model and serial number and other important information...

Page 7: ...t unsafe practices IMPORTANT To avoid confusing equipment protection with personal safety messages a signal word IMPORTANT indicates a situation that if not avoided could result in damage to the machi...

Page 8: ...ipment should never be used in this condition Replace any safety sign or instruction sign that is not readable or is missing Location and explanation of safety signs start on page 13 Never consume alc...

Page 9: ...that might be hooked or snagged causing injury or damage Determine where chips will be piled and ensure it does not interfere with safe operation of the machine Be aware of overhead hazards branches...

Page 10: ...ne is flooded crank until engine starts DO NOT strike flywheel with a hard object or metal tool as this may cause flywheel to shatter in operation Use proper tools to service engine DO NOT operate eng...

Page 11: ...the various safety signs the type of warning and the area or function related to that area that requires your SAFETY AWARENESS Safety sign explanations begin on page 13 Think SAFETY Work SAFELY IMPOR...

Page 12: ...Protective Equipment PPE is required when operating this machine Failure to wear PPE can result in personal injury 5 Caution Refer to the operator s manual for important safety information Understand...

Page 13: ...ety signs clean and legible Parts replaced that had a safety decal on them must also have the safety sign replaced Installation area must be clean and dry Make sure the surface is free of grease or oi...

Page 14: ...off sheet provided below can be used Make periodic reviews of Safety and Operation a standard practice for all operators Review again at the startup of every season The design and manufacture of this...

Page 15: ...function and machine response When a new operator is familiar and comfortable with the machine they can proceed with the work 3 Do not allow untrained operators to use the machine They can endanger t...

Page 16: ...the material as it moves through the machine A gas engine provides power to the rotor through a V belt drive system A braking clutch on the engine stops the rotor when the drive is disengaged Fig 5 BX...

Page 17: ...BXC34 Cart Chipper Familiarization 17 01183 1 2 3 4 8 7 6 5 Fig 6 BXC34 Components 1 Twig Breaker 2 Upper Housing 3 Deflector Chute 4 Hand Knob 5 Rotor Housing 6 Rotor 7 Rotor Paddle 8 Rotor Knife...

Page 18: ...Before starting the engine turn the switch to ON Turn it counterclockwise to OFF to stop the engine 00187 Fig 8 Ignition Switch OFF In the OFF position there is no power to the engine Turn the switch...

Page 19: ...m Always operate the chipper with the throttle lever in the MAX position 00191 1 Fig 11 Throttle Lever Positions 1 Throttle Lever 5 1 5 Recoil Starter Pull the starter grip out lightly until resistanc...

Page 20: ...ning for chipping A reliable brake clutch system controls power from the engine to the rotor 01186 Fig 15 Drive Engage Handle Drive Position To engage the rotor slowly push the handle down Spring tens...

Page 21: ...sections Never stand sit or climb onto any part of the chipper while it is running Place chipper in a Safe Condition before servicing adjusting repairing or unplugging Use care when feeding material i...

Page 22: ...chop block and stationary blades Adjust or replace as required 4 Check drive belt tension and pulley alignment 5 Check the condition of the hopper flap in the shredder feed hopper The hopper flap must...

Page 23: ...engine performance If the engine is operated in very dusty areas clean the air filter more often than specified IMPORTANT Operating the engine without an air filter or with a damaged air filter can al...

Page 24: ...e suitable protection while operating the machine W016 1 Slide the fuel valve lever toward the block to turn fuel ON 01075 Fig 19 Fuel Valve Lever 2 If the engine is cold close the choke push choke le...

Page 25: ...ollowing procedure 1 Stop loading material onto the splitter bed 2 Decrease engine speed to MIN 3 Turn the ignition switch OFF 6 11 Engaging Drive The clutch lever engages disengages the drive system...

Page 26: ...pper Place the chipper in line with material so it can be fed straight into the feed hopper Loading is easier and material handling is limited preventing slipping or tripping Use a stick or branch to...

Page 27: ...nally it could plug up If that happens follow this procedure to clear it 1 Disengage the drive turn the engine off and wait for all moving parts to stop 2 Pull material out of the chipper feed hopper...

Page 28: ...engine owner s manual to prepare the engine for storage Clear out any debris from the machine Wash the machine then operate it for few minutes to dry out the moisture from the inside If storing for lo...

Page 29: ...make sure all safety shields and devices are reinstalled When performing maintenance on this equipment always have at least two workers present Do not work alone in case an emergency should arise When...

Page 30: ...tion check See page 22 Periodically inspect rotor blades ledger knife and twig breaker Every 50 hours or Annually Clean engine air filter See engine manual Check drive belt tension and sheave alignmen...

Page 31: ...id injecting dirt and grit If fittings do not take grease remove and clean them thoroughly Replace grease fittings as necessary Location Every 100 hours of operation or annually 1 Rotor bearings one s...

Page 32: ...n the four bolts 1 that hold the engine mount to the main frame 3 Turn the belt tensioning bolt 2 counterclockwise to loosen the belt Slide the engine back and remove the belt 01194 1 2 Fig 31 Engine...

Page 33: ...tool If one is not available the following method can be used The maximum misalignment is 1 32 1 mm Place a straight edge along the back face of the rotor sheave and compare the gap along the belt Th...

Page 34: ...ave bolts 1 and thread them into the puller holes on the sheave hub 2 1 2 4 3 5 6 01178 Fig 38 Rotor Sheave 1 Sheave Bolts 2 Threaded Puller Holes 3 Shaft key 4 Sheave Hub 5 Sheave 6 Set Screw 4 Turn...

Page 35: ...o sharpen them Always sharpen the blade edge at a 45 angle to provide the best cutting effect as the rotor turns 7 7 Rotor Blades Changing 01200 1 2 3 Fig 40 Sharpening Changing Rotor Blades 1 Rotor B...

Page 36: ...worn enough that the proper clearance cannot be set it should be replaced 1 Remove the bolts that hold the ledger knife to the mount 2 Carefully remove the knife Pull it out and up slightly to the si...

Page 37: ...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...

Page 38: ...x 10 cm Rotor Diameter 17 43 cm Blade Type Hardened Tool Steel Rotor Specifications 28 lb 13 kg 17 in 43 cm Feeding System Manual Chipper and Shredder Hopper Chipper Capacity 3 in 8 cm Max Diameter M...

Page 39: ...se torque values by 5 NOTE Bolt grades are identified by their head markings Imperial Bolt Torque Specifications Bolt Diameter Torque Value SAE Gr 2 SAE Gr 5 SAE Gr 8 lbf ft N m lbf ft N m lbf ft N m...

Page 40: ...manufacturer s website For service contact your local engine dealer Under no circumstances will the manufacturer be liable for any consequential damage or expense of any kind including loss the maint...

Page 41: ...e 29 I Ignition Switch 18 Informative Decals 6 L Ledger Knife 36 Adjusting 36 Lubricants 29 M Machine Components 16 Machine Set up 23 Maintenance Decals 6 Maintenance Schedule 30 Moving the Chipper 27...

Page 42: ...Tension 32 Grease Points 31 Ledger Knife Checking 36 Maintenance Schedule 30 Rotor Blades Changing 35 Rotor Blades Checking 35 Sheave Alignment 33 Twig Breaker 36 Sign off form 14 Specifications 38 Co...

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