Hansa C3e O&M Manual - OM-004 Revision H 09/07/2019
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Transportation
The C3e is designed to be moved by one person using both handles at the top of the inlet
chute to lean the chipper backwards and transfer its weight onto the wheels. The chipper
can then be wheeled to and from the work location. The chip catcher bag should be
removed from the chipper when transporting or moving to avoid damage to the bag.
Take care when moving the C3e up and down stairs or kerbs
The wheels can be damaged by the shock loading caused by uncontrolled
ascent/descent
The chipper is heavy and the operator can lose control of the machine
Do NOT
move the chipper while it is running
Storage
Always allow the chipper to cool before storing
Store the chipper out of the reach of children
Store the chipper out of the rain
Water can rust the steel body of the chipper
Troubleshooting
What to do if:
The chipper
won’t start
•
The power source might be switched off
Check that the power supply cable is plugged in and switched on
Check that the power supply cable is undamaged
Do NOT attempt to use the chipper if the cable is damaged.
The chipper slows down and stalls
•
The chipper is clogged up
Turn the motor off, disconnect the power supply, ensure that the cutting rotor has completely stopped,
then remove debris/empty chip catcher bag
Discharge slows down
•
The chipper is clogged up
Turn the motor off, disconnect the power supply, ensure that the cutting rotor has completely stopped,
then remove debris/empty chip catcher bag
The chipper is slowing down
•
The chipper
can’t process the amount of material fed into it
Feed the material in slower
Reduce material volume
The chipper will not self-feed
The knife and/or anvil might be blunt
Inspect and sharpen or replace the knife and/or anvil as required. Ensure correct clearances between
the knife and anvil
The material is ejected in long strips
•
The knife and/or anvil might be blunt
Inspect and sharpen or replace the knife and/or anvil as required. Ensure correct clearances between
the knife and anvil
The chipper is clogged
Turn the motor off, disconnect the power supply, ensure rotor has completely stopped and remove
debris
. You may need to disassemble the housing in order to remove the debris. See step 10 of ‘Remove
Handles
