Bandit INTIMIDATOR 12X, Operating & Parts Manual

Page 1: ...19 ATTENTION Depending on what replacement parts you are ordering we will need the following information CHIPPER COMPONENTS Serial Number Model Number of Chipper ENGINE COMPONENTS Brand Engine Serial...

Page 2: ...ings ca gov diesel Respirar gases de escape de motores diesel le expone a qu micos conocidos por el estado de California como causales de c ncer y defectos cong nitos u otros da os reproductivos Para...

Page 3: ...Bandit Industries Inc Safety Booklet D A N G E R ACCIDENTS INVOLVING BRUSH CHIPPERS CAN AND SHOULD BE PREVENTED Operator training and enforcement of safety policies are ESSENTIAL...

Page 4: ...ded These meetings are a benefit to new inexperienced employees and also remind experienced employees of the obvious dangers involved with tree work Even experienced employees may be injured if they m...

Page 5: ...he material Feeding from the side also positions the operator further from the feedwheels If you or your employees are not following these instructions a very serious accident could occur There is no...

Page 6: ...hese kits are available from your local Bandit dealer SAFETY FEATURE WOODEN PUSH AND PADDLE MOUNT Update Kit UK 1008 WOODEN PUSH PADDLE AND MOUNT 980 0507 42 19 Wide Paddle 981 1005 30 22 Wide Paddle...

Page 7: ...padlocked SAFETY FEATURE SPRING LOCK FOR HOOD PIN Update Kit UK 1009 SPRING LOCK FOR HOOD PIN Since September 1998 mechanical feed hand fed Bandit Chippers have been built with a plug in device on the...

Page 8: ...ctric parts The system typically consists of two simple cables hanging inside the infeed hopper and in front of the feedwheels approximately halfway between the entrance of the infeed hopper and the f...

Page 9: ...e material and re feed it back into the infeed hopper If the wood material is too big or limby back it out trim it and re feed it in portions NEVER fight or wrestle with limbs or branches Forcing mate...

Page 10: ...make the chipper vibrate excessively causing machine fatigue damage and the engine to use more fuel Keep the knives sharp and the chipper will work smoother feed wood easier and make a safer operatio...

Page 11: ...r turn the chipper disc drum by hand Always use a pry bar or wood bar This will prevent the person turning the disc drum from being injured should the disc drum break loose 8 Reinstall the discharge c...

Page 12: ...ANSI and OSHA standards DANGER REFLECTIVE STRIPED TAPE ON FEED CONTROL HANDLE We began installing striped reflective tape on the feed control handle of our hand fed chippers This tape is reflective se...

Page 13: ...e of the chipper must be familiar understand and follow instructions on the decals Decals are available in a variety of languages via Bandit dealers or factory Correct Installation and Care of Decals...

Page 14: ...quent reminder as to the proper safe operation of any piece of equipment especially a chipper that is designed to quickly break down material much tougher than human flesh Please meet with your employ...

Page 15: ...ived instruction and fully understands that the operators must always be located within easy reach of all feed control and shut down devices 6 _____ The customer has received instruction and fully und...

Page 16: ...as ordered ________________________________________________ 5 Did all welds appear to be high quality ______________________________________________ 6 Was the overall machine to your liking _________...

Page 17: ...od Engine Disable Operation 16 Drum Housing Air Vents 16 Engine Controls 17 Set Up 18 Start Up 18 Machine Operation 18 Shut Down 20 Infeed Hopper Assembly 52 Yoke Assembly 54 Drum Assembly 56 Chipper...

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Page 19: ...LOCATIONS SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS 1 S N on side of frame 2 W O on top of frame The engine information is located on the engine block The clutch information is located on the cl...

Page 20: ...repairs or modifications may not only damage the machine and its performance but could result in severe personal injury Unapproved repairs or modifications will void warranty and eliminate manufactur...

Page 21: ...drugs or alcohol Never operate equipment that is in need of repair or adjustment Keep children bystanders and animals clear of working area Accidents are typically caused by making mistakes The opera...

Page 22: ...th any type of makeshift hood pin or an improperly installed hood pin The hood pin must be padlocked Do not slam the chipper hood to the open position This will cause damage to the hinge If your hinge...

Page 23: ...he closed position Correctly installed and maintained the engine will not start or it will shut off if the chipper hood engine disable plug is disconnected The chipper hood must never be opened or pus...

Page 24: ...perating temperature It is very important after you have operated a new machine for approximately an hour to shut down the machine and recheck all hydraulic fittings Relieve all pressure and retighten...

Page 25: ...SPECIFICATIONS Approximate Dimensions Weights Dimensions weights will vary depending on optional equipment Model 12X Length 195 5 0 m Width 79 2 0 m Height 98 2 5 m Weight 4700 lbs 2130 kg Fuel Capac...

Page 26: ...12 12 19 Model 12X Machine Orientation Reference MACHINE ORIENTATION REFERENCE RADIATOR SIDE DRIVE SIDE DISCHARGE END INFEED HOPPER END...

Page 27: ...hopper always be prepared to operate and within easy reach of the feedwheel control bar Normal wear requires periodical adjustment of pivot tension Feedwheel control bar should pivot with little effor...

Page 28: ...e Lift Cylinder Control Bar Infeed hopper end above the top yoke 9 Wooden Push Paddle Radiator side on infeed hopper 10 Swivel Discharge Drive side 11 Discharge Chute Discharge end 12 Discharge Flippe...

Page 29: ...sh the yoke lift control handle towards the discharge end of the machine To raise the yoke push the yoke lift control handle towards the infeed hopper of the machine The yoke lift control handle is in...

Page 30: ...the engine will be shut down or be disabled from running This is for safety purposes to ensure that the hood pin is not removed and the chipper hood is not opened while the engine is running The chipp...

Page 31: ...key to the off position The typical diesel engine may have a preheat system to assist in starting the engine during cold weather To activate the preheat system continue to hold the ignition key in the...

Page 32: ...objects in the area Anything not in use must be stored in a tool box or stowed away Stabilize the infeed hopper and tongue if unhooked from a tow vehicle Do not rely on a tongue jack to keep the mach...

Page 33: ...MODEL 12X OPERATION MACHINE OPERATION Butt end of brush first Release limb or log into chipper Turn away from the infeed hopper and keep moving after releasing the limb or log Travel Path Travel Path...

Page 34: ...ays in your possession 9 Allow the machine to cool down 10 Remove all debris wood chips sawdust leaves etc from the machine 11 If transporting the machine follow the transport procedures MACHINE OPERA...

Page 35: ...re operating correctly 9 Do not transport unless discharge is secured into a transport position 10 Check tires for correct pressure cuts or damaged rims 11 Check lug nuts and retorque if necessary Che...

Page 36: ...ession install the disc drum lock pin and disconnect the battery Consult your engine manual for proper break in procedures Various engines require somewhat different procedures Failure to properly bre...

Page 37: ...2 13 NC 60 81 Chipper Sheave Bushing E 1 2 13 NC 60 81 Autofeed Cartridge Nut 4 6 5 8 Autofeed Plus Solenoid Retainer Nut 4 6 5 8 Hitch Mount Bolts 5 8 11 NC 220 298 Before tightening bolts be sure y...

Page 38: ...g ability Torque set AT ALL TIMES to 180 ft lbs 245 Nm Sharpen file or replace the knives to keep them sharp Check the fan blades anvil and a ttaching hardware for the knives and anvil Replace if nece...

Page 39: ...cooling fan shroud on air cooled engines and the debris screen if so equipped Improper service maintenance or neglect will cause overheating problems and or engine failure Refer to the engine manufac...

Page 40: ...bearing bolts bearing lock collars and also belt sheave bushings to correct torques Check reset and maintain all hydraulic function pressure settings to a maximum of the specified pressure This will...

Page 41: ...rolong the machines paint PAINT CARE DECAL CARE Decals located on your Bandit equipment contain useful information to assist you in operating your equipment safely The safety decals are shown and expl...

Page 42: ...File for Knife Saver Kit 900 9914 29 Replacement Blades for Knife Saver Kit 900 9914 24 Knife Changing Gloves TROUBLE SHOOTING CHIPPER PROBLEMS PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Chipper makes poor quali...

Page 43: ...idth is not reduced to less than the specified minimum width If a knife measures less than the specified minimum width after sharpening it must be discarded Inspect the knives after sharpening to ensu...

Page 44: ...intenance disengageclutch waitforthedrumtocometoa complete stop turn off engine remove the ignition key make sure the ignition key is in your possession install the drum lock pin and disconnect the ba...

Page 45: ...ording to the closest knife The line shear to knife clearance should be 120 3 0 mm 7 To set the closet knife to this distance see the LINE SHEAR ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE WARNING NOTICE LINE SHEAR ADJUSTME...

Page 46: ...ndit to check the clearance of the first knife to the anvil Check the clearance at the left and right sides of the knife 3 Once that knife has been checked climb back out of the infeed hopper remove t...

Page 47: ...il Puller Block Anvil Bolts Torque To Specs Anvil Clamp Plate Anvil Adjuster Bolt View looking through the feedwheels at the throat area Anvil Knife Drum Head Anvil To Knife Gauge NOTE Make sure the a...

Page 48: ...the engine adjuster jam nuts all the way and torque the engine mount bolt 9 Tighten the engine adjuster jam nuts on the clutch end 10 Recheck the belt tension and alignment if readjustment is needed g...

Page 49: ...on Table Pump Drive Belts 1 4 6 4 mm deflection with 5 4 kg 12 lbs of force BELT TENSION FIGURE 1 POSITIONING JAM NUTS CLUTCH END OF ENGINE CHIPPER SHEAVE ENGINE MOUNTING BOLTS ENGINE SHEAVE CHECK SHE...

Page 50: ...here near the chipper drum they may be injured If the chipper is properly maintained and operated correctly the chipper should not plug In the unlikely event that the chipper becomes plugged do not at...

Page 51: ...59 Press Tool for Coupler Pin Removal Part Number 981 0501 61 COUPLER PIN COUPLER PRESS TOOL PRESS BOLT 1 16 1 6 mm TO 1 8 3 2 mm COUPLER RUBBER COUPLER GUARD Removal if tapered pin is equipped with a...

Page 52: ...k the locknut and chipper drum shaft with a grease pencil or a dark marker Use a soft steel drift pin and a hammer to drive the locknut clockwise 1 to 1 1 4 turn Make sure the adapter sleeve does not...

Page 53: ...imately 1 8 3 2mm from center of the base to the drive side of the machine 7 Hand tighten the locknut to take out the looseness then use a hook type spanner wrench to bring the locknut to a snug fit B...

Page 54: ...edwheel needs to be taken off the bearing also WITH THE GRIP TIGHT BEARING BEHIND FEEDWHEEL MOTOR The machine is set up with one set screw bearing and one Grip Tight bearing because the one Grip Tight...

Page 55: ...with each machine for specific axle stud wheel combination lug nut torques Axle Size Size Type Diametral Clearance Clicks to Back Off 5 200 Lbs 12 x 2 Elec or Hyd 040 1 mm 10 to 16 7 000 Lbs 12 1 4 x...

Page 56: ...re burns DO NOT GO NEAR LEAKS D 03 6 17 LOCKOUT ALL ENERGY SOURCES BEFORE SERVICING OR REMOVING GUARDS OR HOODS 1 Shut off engine motor Key in possession 2 Disengage pto clutch 3 Wait for cutter disc...

Page 57: ...CTIONS NOTICE This machine is equipped with a very efficient simple hydraulic system Each component is capable of withstanding a specified pressure and still operate for a very long time If a problem...

Page 58: ...inimum specifications must be met CELSIUS C 40 20 18 13 5 0 1 7 15 25 35 45 55 65 75 85 95 FAHRENHEIT F 40 4 0 9 23 32 34 45 59 77 95 113 131 149 167 185 203 ANTI WEAR ISO 100 ANTI WEAR ISO 68 ANTI WE...

Page 59: ...PSI bar 2500 172 Feed Relief PSI bar 2500 172 Yoke Relief PSI bar 1500 103 Do not under any circumstances over set these relief pressures it will cause damage to component parts and hydraulic parts Th...

Page 60: ...EL HYDRAULIC PRESSURE AT SPECIFIED PSI bar HYDRAULIC PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT 8 If the pressure gauge does not read the maximum specified PSI bar Locate the relief on the main relief block loosen jam nut u...

Page 61: ...ll be equipped with a flow divider between the hydraulic motor and the control valve If the hydraulic motor has a case drain unhook the case drain hose that goes to the relief valve at the valve and p...

Page 62: ...ace Autofeed dump valve stuck open Lightly tap on dump block remove clean or replace Low hydraulic oil level Fill to 7 8 full minimum Plugged oil screen Replace Binding worn bearings yoke full of debr...

Page 63: ...rand Serial Number Assembly Number of Clutch Bandit Industries Inc reserves the right to make changes in models size design installations and applications on any part without notification Some of the...

Page 64: ...tions may vary these are general locations DECALS 32 33 6 8 9 31 14 2 15 16 19 2 15 19 26 32 33 5 8 9 49 27 35 38 41 42 50 51 12 34 3 10 3 10 12 22 28 29 36 37 43 45 54 55 2 7 18 13 23 24 52 7 39 40 4...

Page 65: ...raulic Bump Bar Reset 33 INST 231 Hydraulic Bump Bar Stop 34 INST 270 Unlatch Before Closing Infeed Tray 35 INST 276 Test Trailer Brake System 36 INST 294 Start Up 37 INST 382 LOR Controls 38 N 02 Mai...

Page 66: ...52 12 19 Replacement Parts Model 12X INFEED HOPPER ASSEMBLY 9 6 5 7 5 4 3 1 2 2 3 4 5 5 9 10 11 11 6 10 11 12 16 11 15 8 8 19 20 21 23 22 23 22 25 26 24 27 17 17 14 18 28 18 13...

Page 67: ...905 3002 28 License Plate Light Mount Australia INFEED HOPPER ASSEMBLY Part Number Description 16 900 2927 84 License Plate Light 17 980 0509 25 Last Chance Cable Kit Pulleys Cables Clamps 900 4904 3...

Page 68: ...54 12 19 Replacement Parts Model 12X YOKE ASSEMBLY 10 9 8 5 4 3 2 21 22 24 26 23 25 18 15 1 2 3 20 19 15 11 12 13 18 16 17 16 17 4 7 6 14 14...

Page 69: ...ly 902 2000 20 Pivoting Yoke Weldment 14 902 3001 13 Feedwheel Guard Part Number Description 15 900 4900 04 Yoke Spring 16 900 4905 14 Clevis Pin for Yoke Spring 17 900 4905 19 Cotter Pin 18 900 4905...

Page 70: ...19 Replacement Parts Model 12X DRUM ASSEMBLY 8 11 11 11 7 10 10 13 14 8 7 6 3 1 2 3 5 4 6 2 5 4 13 20 17 24 22 26 25 29 30 33 34 35 36 37 40 42 41 39 38 31 32 28 27 23 21 18 18 19 19 15 9 9 9 9 12 12...

Page 71: ...Bolt 1 4 20NC x 5 8 Part Number Description 20 902 3000 31 Shear Bar Slot Cover Drive Side 21 902 3000 30 Shear Bar Slot Cover Radiator Side 22 902 2000 04 Base Top Hood Door Assembly 23 909 1000 01 E...

Page 72: ...x 5 1 2 x 9 Chipper Knife 2 900 4901 32 5 8 Mill Carb Washer 3 900 4900 20 5 8 11NC x 2 Knife Bolt Part Number Description 1 500 0001 16 Knife Saver Kit 2 900 9901 65 File for Knife Saver Kit Only 3 9...

Page 73: ...1 2 13NC x 2 Hex Head Bolt 6 900 4909 28 1 2 13NC x 2 3 4 Hex Head Bolt 7 900 4907 91 Anvil Eye Bolt 1 2 13NC x 4 1 2 8 900 4906 82 1 2 13NC Hex Nut 9 955 300193 Anvil Gauge 10 904 0003 90 Anvil Hardw...

Page 74: ...5 5 900 4901 83 Discharge Flipper Adjusting Spring Lock 900 7900 93 Rubber Cap Part Number Description 6 911 300129 Clean Out Door 7 900 4906 54 Clean Out Door Bolt 3 8 16NC x 3 4 Hex Head 8 900 4906...

Page 75: ...Gauge 2 900 3902 24 Quick Coupler 3 900 3902 23 Test Nipple 4 900 3911 47 Rubber Cap for Test Nipple 5 900 3924 86 Fitting JIC Part Number Description 6 900 3926 11 Ball Valve 7 900 3922 14 Fitting Ho...

Page 76: ...all Loctite 243 Over torque will cause damage and will also void warranty Refer to check sheet for Autofeed Harness Part Number Description 1 900 3981 51 Retainer Nut Sealing Ring 2 900 2909 55 Hersch...

Page 77: ...0 3920 11 Stacking Bolt for 3 4 Double Clamp 6 900 3917 25 1 4 Double Clamp Assembly 900 3926 44 3 8 Double Clamp Assembly 900 3928 19 1 2 Single Clamp Assembly 900 3914 02 1 2 Single Clamp Assembly f...

Page 78: ...otter Key 5 904 0003 32 Bracket Handle Chain Link 6 900 3937 34 Seal Kit Part Number Description 7 904 0003 33 Seal Retainer 8 900 4917 84 Relief Screw Only 9 900 3901 12 Relief Valve Kit 10 900 3900...

Page 79: ...61 In Line Pressure Check Kit 7 See Page 64 Yoke Control Valve 8 See Page 64 Feedwheel Control Valve 9 900 3985 80 Yoke Lift Cylinder 10 See Page 62 Autofeed Plus Valve 11 900 3973 41 Feedwheel Motor...

Page 80: ...66 12 19 Replacement Parts Model 12X HYDRAULIC FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY 6 9 8 8 4 10 11 3 3 2 2 7 1 5 9...

Page 81: ...1 4 NPTF to 5 16 Hose Barb 900 3909 02 1 4 NPTF to 1 4 Hose Barb 900 3943 22 3 16 NPTF to 3 16 Hose Barb 900 3943 21 1 4 NPTF to 3 16 Hose Barb Part Number Description 6 900 3926 84 Suction Drop Pipe...

Page 82: ...68 12 19 Replacement Parts Model 12X FRAME ASSEMBLY COMPONENTS 12 13 12 13 11 11 15 10 8 9 7 6 4 1 2 24 21 23 22 23 16 17 18 19 5 3 20 16 21 24...

Page 83: ...y Box 9 900 6915 42 Battery 10 905 3000 74 Battery Box Holder Strap 11 900 5904 43 Fender 12 980 0129 09 Optional Chock Holder Part Number Description 13 900 5902 32 Optional Chock 14 911 3002 22 Fend...

Page 84: ...70 12 19 Replacement Parts Model 12X OPTIONAL HYDRAULIC BUMP BAR 1 6 12 14 13 11 10 9 9 15 7 8 2 4 5 5 3 6 7 8...

Page 85: ...1 2 13NC Lock Nut 7 900 4906 88 1 2 Flat Washer 8 900 4906 73 1 2 13NC x 1 3 4 Bolt 9 980 3011 43 Spring Tube for Spring Assist 10 900 4917 76 Left Spring for Spring Assist Part Number Description 11...

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