Wallenstein BXT72S, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...OPERATOR S MANUAL Wood Chipper Serial numbers 1101426 and up BXT72S Document Number Z97166_En Rev Oct 2023...

Page 2: ...Machine 33 6 7 Stop the Machine 33 6 8 Emergency Stop 33 6 9 Set Up the Machine 34 6 10 Operate the Wood Chipper 36 6 11 Remove a Blockage 37 6 12 Rotor Safety 39 7 Transport 40 7 1 Transport Safety 4...

Page 3: ...uses or maintains the machine must read and understand the safety operation and maintenance information in this manual and the engine manufacturer s manual For information about the accessories go to...

Page 4: ...e freely All belts are aligned and the tension is correct All fasteners are torqued to the correct specifications All grease points are lubricated Engine clutch and rotor sheave align Engine starts an...

Page 5: ...when you order parts or request service or other information The product information plate location is shown in the following illustration 02324 Figure 1 Product information plate location Record the...

Page 6: ...ation Information labels are usually pictorial with a white background and the number of panels can be different This type of gives information to the operator or shows the operation of a control Prod...

Page 7: ...tices CAUTION Identifies a hazardous situation that if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury It can also be used to tell anyone who uses the machine about unsafe practices IMPORTANT Ide...

Page 8: ...cy For instructions see Emergency Stop on page 33 Keep a first aid kit available and know how to use the contents of it Keep a fire extinguisher available and know how to use it Wear the appropriate P...

Page 9: ...s it safe to service or maintain Before you start any service or maintenance do the following SAFE CONDITION 1 If the machine is connected to a tow vehicle set the tow vehicle s parking brake stop the...

Page 10: ...gn off form can be used to record the completed training The design and manufacture of this product conforms to the applicable provisions in the following standards ISO 4254 1 2013 Agricultural machin...

Page 11: ...e operation of the machine Keep bystanders and workers safe from hazards Obey the following guidelines Use safety cones to identify the work zone perimeter The work zone perimeter should be a minimum...

Page 12: ...afe zone 2 Work Zone The work zone is the area where the operator must be to operate the machine People who are helping with the work and wearing the necessary PPE can be in this zone The operator mus...

Page 13: ...safety labels are available from your local Wallenstein Equipment dealer or distributor Keep the safety labels clean and legible at all times When a part that has a safety label on it is replaced the...

Page 14: ...gure 3 Safety label locations front 3 2 Safety Label Locations The numbers correspond with the Safety Label Definitions on page 16 1 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 7 8 9 02309 Safety Labels BXT72S Wood Chipper Safety...

Page 15: ...Figure 4 Safety label locations rear 1 12 6 1 3 1 2 9 6 5 10 4 11 02310 Safety Labels BXT72S Wood Chipper Safety 15...

Page 16: ...r example A hard hat Heavy gloves Hearing protection Protective footwear with steel toes and slip resistant soles Protective goggles or a face shield 4 Warning Entanglement pinch and crush hazards Rot...

Page 17: ...en you add fuel to the tank 9 Warning Impact cut and puncture hazards The machine releases wood chips fast enough to cause personal injury and property damage Stay away from the discharge chute and th...

Page 18: ...l There is important safety information and instructions in the Operator s Manual Read all the safety information and instructions in the Operator s Manual Know what all the safety labels mean Safety...

Page 19: ...ly a fully trained operator is approved to use the machine A person who operates the machine without the correct training is a danger to themselves and others and can cause property damage 4 2 Trainin...

Page 20: ...er latch plate 6 Upper rotor housing fastener 7 Drive belt 8 Rotor sheave 9 Drive belt guard 10 Battery 11 Trailer jack 12 Safety Chains 13 Light system electrical connector 14 Ball mount hitch 2 15 T...

Page 21: ...ube 5 Upper rotor housing 6 Deflector handle 7 Discharge chute handle 8 Rotor lock 9 Ledger knife clearance guage 10 Tire 1 of 2 11 Ledger knife 12 Rear turn signal and stop light 1 of 2 13 Chipper ho...

Page 22: ...chine The button stays on pressed until it is reset The emergency stop button has two states Off The emergency stop is off The machine can operate On The emergency stop is on the button is pressed The...

Page 23: ...lashing There is an electronic fuel injection EFI malfunction Off The engine is off or on 5 2 4 Ignition Switch WARNING The engine can cause serious bodily harm or death to a person who is not trained...

Page 24: ...h handle Make sure that the pin engages with a hole in the round plate to hold the discharge chute in position 01336 Figure 10 Turn the discharge chute 5 4 Deflector The discharge chute has a deflecto...

Page 25: ...age with the rotor when the rotor housing is closed The rotor lock is intended for use during maintenance or service For instructions see Rotor Safety on page 39 02254 Figure 12 Engaged position 02255...

Page 26: ...er latch plate and that the chipper hopper cannot move 02314 Figure 15 Closed position 5 6 2 Open the Chipper Hopper 1 Pull and hold the chipper hopper latch pin out of the lower latch plate 2 Tilt th...

Page 27: ...ne Review all safety information annually Park the machine in a clear location on dry level ground Do not operate the machine on a hillside or area that is cluttered wet muddy or icy to prevent slips...

Page 28: ...page 65 Check the tire air pressure and the wheels hubs and axle See the side of the tire for the correct air pressure Make sure that all the fasteners are installed and torqued to the correct specif...

Page 29: ...is to prevent the engine from overheating Keep the engine free of wood chips and other debris that can affect the engine speed Use fresh fuel less than three months old Stale fuel creates deposits tha...

Page 30: ...IMPORTANT For more information about engine oil see the engine manufacturer s manual and Engine Oil on page 48 Operating the engine with a low oil level can cause engine damage that is not covered by...

Page 31: ...smoke or vape when you handle fuel Fuel vapours can explode causing serious injury or death Keep sparks ames or hot components away from fuel W027 WARNING Fuel and vapors are very ammable and explosi...

Page 32: ...el to the Engine The engine needs clean fresh unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 87 or higher research octane number RON of 91 or higher Gasoline with up to 10 ethanol gasohol is acceptabl...

Page 33: ...arts continue with step 6 If the engine does not start wait a minimum of one minute and then return to step 4 6 Wait a minimum of three minutes for the rotor speed to increase 6 7 Stop the Machine IMP...

Page 34: ...Lower the trailer jack to support the machine in a level position The machine should be as level with the ground as possible For instructions see Lower the Trailer Jack on page 43 4 Move the chipper h...

Page 35: ...02220 Figure 20 Set up the machine BXT72S Wood Chipper Operating Instructions 35...

Page 36: ...being blown out of the chipper hopper The machine can release wood chips fast enough to cause personal injury and property damage W119 02223 Figure 21 Operate the wood chipper 6 10 1 Prepare the Mater...

Page 37: ...w the material into the machine Do not attempt to force the material into the rotor housing 6 11 Remove a Blockage WARNING Put the machine in a safe condition before you remove a blockage Do not reach...

Page 38: ...e rotor in each direction to make sure that there is not a blockage between the rotor and ledger knife Do not reach into the rotor housing while the rotor is moving c Engage the rotor lock For instruc...

Page 39: ...housing 4 Pull the rotor lock pin toward you turn it clockwise 90 degrees and hold it away from the rotor Make sure that the latch pin is in the horizontal slot 5 Slowly and carefully turn the rotor...

Page 40: ...ecifications For more information see Lug Nut Torque on page 70 Examine the tires for cuts or damage Make sure that the tires are filled to the specified pressure For the correct tire pressure see the...

Page 41: ...02225 Figure 26 Transport position BXT72S Wood Chipper Transport 41...

Page 42: ...43 9 Cross the two safety chains below the trailer tongue and then attach them to the tow vehicle one on each side of the ball mount hitch 01230 Figure 27 Ball mount hitch connection 7 4 Disconnect f...

Page 43: ...he bracket 2 Turn the trailer jack to the vertical position 3 Insert the pin through the bracket to hold the trailer jack in the vertical position 4 Turn the handle clockwise to lower the base 01782 0...

Page 44: ...orn or damaged components 7 Paint scratches and dents to prevent rust 8 Do one of the following If the machine will be in storage for one to three months add stabilizer to the engine fuel and then ope...

Page 45: ...02227 Figure 30 Storage position BXT72S Wood Chipper Storage 45...

Page 46: ...o the engine outdoors or in an area that has good air ow W117 1 Stop the machine For instructions see Stop the Machine on page 33 2 Wait for the engine and fluids to cool 3 Remove the current fuel fro...

Page 47: ...negative battery terminal and keep it away from the battery 5 Remove all material from the chipper hopper 6 Wait until the engine and machine are cool Follow good shop practices Keep the work area cle...

Page 48: ...hard starting B 10W 30 Above 80 F 27 C the use of 10W 30 may cause increased oil consumption Check the oil level frequently C 5W 30 D Synthetic 5W 30 E Vanguard Synthetic 15W 50 9 2 3 Engine Fuel For...

Page 49: ...ndition See page 54 Lubricate pivot points and hinges See page 52 Grease the machine See page 51 Check the drive belt tension and alignment See page 56 Check the tire pressure See the tire sidewall Cl...

Page 50: ...an each grease fitting before you apply grease This prevents grease and dirt from getting inside the component Use a hand held grease gun to apply one pump of grease to each grease point If a grease f...

Page 51: ...ons Item Location Frequency Number of Locations 1 Rotor shaft bearings 50 hours or annually 2 2 Wheel bearings 50 hours or annually 2 02317 2 1 1 Figure 31 Grease fitting locations BXT72S Wood Chipper...

Page 52: ...rust prevention oil to the following locations 2 1 3 4 02319 Figure 32 Hinge and pivot point grease locations Item Location Frequency Number of Locations 1 Discharge chute 50 hours or annually 2 2 De...

Page 53: ...ngs frequently for cracks or leaks Replace fuel lines or fittings that are damaged Store fuel away from all wood material Do not check for a spark with the spark plug or spark plug wire removed Do not...

Page 54: ...6 1 Battery Safety WARNING Warm the battery to a minimum of 60 F 16 C before charging it Attempting to charge a frozen battery can cause it to explode An explosion can cause serious injury or death fr...

Page 55: ...tery terminal 5 Apply a coat of dielectric grease or petroleum jelly to each battery terminal 9 6 4 Clean the Battery When the battery cable ends are not connected to the battery terminals keep them a...

Page 56: ...h thermometer to measure the temperature W109 WARNING Do not operate the machine with any of the guards or shields removed The machine is shown with guards or shields removed for illustrative purposes...

Page 57: ...ct You do not need to set the drive belt tension If the drive belt tension is not correct continue with the following steps to set the drive belt tension 3 Loosen do not remove the four bolts that att...

Page 58: ...the following If the edge of the engine clutch flywheel aligns with the straight edge the drive belt is aligned The following steps are not necessary See Figure 40 If the edge of the engine clutch fl...

Page 59: ...page 60 1 Remove the set screw 1 from the sheave 6 Put the set screw aside It is necessary for assembly 2 Remove the sheave bolts 5 3 Thread the sheave bolts into the puller holes 4 on the sheave hub...

Page 60: ...gine Wait for the rotor to stop turning For instructions see Stop the Machine on page 33 2 Remove the fastener that holds the upper rotor housing closed See Figure 22 on page 38 3 Open the upper rotor...

Page 61: ...nd wait for the rotor knife to cool Remove the same amount of material from all the rotor knives 1 Remove the rotor knife from the machine For instructions see Replace a Rotor Knife on page 60 2 Clean...

Page 62: ...housing 8 Install the ledger knife fasteners 9 Set the ledger knife clearance For instructions see Set the Ledger Knife Clearance on page 63 10 Use a calibrated torque wrench to torque the fasteners t...

Page 63: ...he ledger knife touches the ledger knife clearance gauge Tighten or loosen the nuts on the ledger knife adjustment rod to set the clearance between 1 32 and 1 16 1 mm and 1 5 mm 7 Use a calibrated tor...

Page 64: ...2274 Figure 49 Install a twig breaker 9 12 Clean the Machine IMPORTANT Do not use gasoline diesel fuel or thinners for cleaning Harsh chemicals can damage the machine finish IMPORTANT Do not direct th...

Page 65: ...hopper It prevents wood chips from blowing out of the chipper hopper Do not use the machine without the safety curtain installed Use the following procedure to replace the safety curtain 1 Set the mac...

Page 66: ...gle is incorrect Sharpen the rotor knives to the specified 45 angle and check that the knives are installed correctly For instructions see page 61 The discharge chute is blocked Remove all material fr...

Page 67: ...or there is premature wear The drive belt is loose worn or the tension is too tight Examine the drive belt If necessary adjust the tension or replace the drive belt For instructions see page 56 An inc...

Page 68: ...width 7 3 x 11 18 cm x 28 cm Number of rotor knives 2 Rotor diameter 28 71 cm Rotor weight 247 lb 112 kg Discharge chute height 89 226 cm Discharge chute rotation 295 Drive system Centrifugal clutch a...

Page 69: ...ndicated Check the bolt tightness periodically Imperial Bolt Torque Specifications Bolt Diameter Torque SAE Gr 2 SAE Gr 5 SAE Gr 8 lbf ft N m lbf ft N m lbf ft N m 1 4 inch 6 8 9 12 12 17 5 16 inch 10...

Page 70: ...r the first 10 miles 16 km 25 miles 40 km and 50 miles 80 km Check the lug nut torque periodically thereafter Start all lug nuts onto the threads by hand Tighten lug nuts in stages following the patte...

Page 71: ...his warranty does not cover the following 1 Normal maintenance or adjustments 2 Normal replacement of wearable and service parts 3 Consequen al damage indirect damage or loss of pro ts 4 Damages resul...

Page 72: ...heck the fuel level 32 Clean the engine air filter 54 Electronic fuel injection system maintenance safety 53 Electronic fuel injection system operation safety 30 Engine controls 22 Engine fuel tank 31...

Page 73: ...ating safety 27 Rotor safety 39 Safe condition 9 Safety alert symbol 7 Safety rules 8 Safety training 9 Service and maintenance safety 47 Signal words 7 Sign off form 10 Storage safety 44 Transport sa...

Page 74: ...ount hitch 42 Prepare the machine for transport 40 Trailer jack 43 Transport position 41 Transport safety 40 Troubleshooting 66 Remove a blockage 37 Twig breaker Maintenance 64 W Warranty 71 Register...

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