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OPERATION
MACHINE BREAK-IN
Although there are no operational restrictions on the Wood Chipper when used for the first time, it
is recommended that the following mechanical items be checked:
A.
After operating for 1 hour:
1. Torque all fasteners and hardware.
2. Check condition of rotor bearings.
3. Check the condition and clearance of the twig-breaker, rotor and stationary blades. Adjust
or replace as required.
4. Check for entangled material. Remove all entangled material before resuming work.
5. Lubricate all grease fittings.
B.
After operating for 10 hours:
1. Repeat steps 1 through 5 listed above. (Section A)
2. Go to the normal servicing and maintenance schedule as defined in the Maintenance
Section.
PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST
Efficient and safe operation of the Victory 3 Point Hitch Wood Chipper requires that each operator
reads and understands the using procedures and all related safety precautions outlined in this
section. A pre-operation checklist is pro- vided for the operator. It is important for both the
personal safety and maintaining good mechanical condition that this checklist is followed.
Before operating the Wood Chipper and each time thereafter, the following areas should be
checked off:
1. Lubricate the machine per the schedule out- line in the Maintenance Section.
2. Check the rotor, blades and twig-breaker. Remove any twine, wire or other material that has
become entangled.
3. Check the condition and clearance of the twig-breaker, rotor and stationary blades. Adjust or
replace as required.
4. Check that all bearings turn freely. Replace any that are rough or seized.
5. Make sure that all guards and shields are in place, secured and functioning as designed.
6. Check the condition of the curtain in the feed hopper. It must be in good condition to pre
vent
chips from flying out.
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