BXM32, BXM42
3-point Hitch Chipper-Shredder
Operating Instructions
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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 your local dealer, distributor or Wallenstein.
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.
Broken Shear pin.
Replace.
Loose drive belt.
Re-tension belt following adjustment procedure.
Broken belt.
Replace belt. Tension belt following adjustment procedure.
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 blades. 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.
Obstructed discharge.
Clear debris from discharge chute.
Unusual machine vibration
while operating
Broken or missing rotor blade.
Replace.
Rotor may be bent.
Check for rotor wobble. Replace rotor.
Rotor bearings failed.
Replace.
Loose fasteners.
Tighten. See torque tables
Machine requires excessive
power or stalls
Obstructed discharge.
Clear debris from discharge chute.
Engaging PTO too quickly.
Engage PTO at low engine speed then slowly increase. Make sure
hoppers and rotor housing are clear.
Feeding material too quickly.
Feed larger material slowly into chipper hopper.
Rotor plugged.
Inspect and clear chipper hopper lower rotor housing and rotor.
Green material does not discharge.
Allow material to dry first, or alternate between dry and wet material.
Space between rotor blade and ledger knife too large. Set ledger clearance. See
.
Dull blades or knives.
Check rotor and ledger blades. Rotate, sharpen or replace. See
Poor Chip Quality
Dull blades.
Check rotor and ledger blades. Rotate, sharpen or replace. See
Poor quality material.
Material is small or rotting. Mix with higher quality material.
Knife clearance incorrect.
Check and adjust as required. See
Mulch too Coarse
Chop or twig breaker may be damaged.
Inspect and replace if damaged.
Broken or missing blade or knife.
Inspect and replace if damaged.
Knives in shredder installed incorrectly.
Check installation of knives. Adjust or reinstall as required.