BX52R, BX72R, BX102R
Tractor Wood Chipper
Operating Instructions
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7.9 Unplugging the Chipper
The wood chipper is designed to handle a wide range of material
sizes without any problem. However, in the event material
gets lodged in the chipper, follow this procedure to clear the
blockage.
WARNING!
Never reach into the feed hopper. There are
sharp knives that can trap, cut, and/or sever your
fi ngers or hand. Use a stick or branch to push
material that does not move into the machine.
If the machine is jammed, set the machine to a
safe condition, and then clear the jam.
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1.
Before shutting the engine off, reverse the feed rollers to
remove the material from the feed hopper.
2. Shut down the tractor and place the machine in a Safe
Condition before proceeding further.
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3.
Pull any remaining material out of the feed hopper and
discharge hood.
4.
Visually inspect and ensure all the material is out and
nothing is jammed or wedged between the rollers and the
rotor.
If the chipper is still plugged, the jammed material must be
removed by hand.
5.
Open the upper rotor housing and engage the rotor lock.
00853
Fig. 61 –
Rotor Housing Flange Bolts
CAUTION!
Be aware. Rotor continues to turn for a few
revolutions after the PTO is disengaged. Wait
for all parts to stop moving before opening any
machine access.
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Fig. 62 –
Open Upper Rotor Housing
00854
Fig. 63 –
Engage Rotor Lock
CAUTION!
Avoid reaching into the rotor housing. The
rotor and ledger knives are very sharp. If it is
necessary to reach into the rotor housing, set the
machine to a safe condition, wear heavy gloves,
and use extreme caution.
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6.
Remove jammed material from inside the rotor
compartment.
7.
Clean out the discharge chute.
8.
Inspect the lower rotor housing and clean out any debris.
9.
If required, rotate the rotor. Disengage the rotor lock and
very carefully turn the rotor by hand to be sure there is
nothing jammed between the rotor and stationary blades.
Do not reach into the rotor housing while the rotor is
moving or unlocked.
